With hunting facing a range of challenges from access to urbanization, the National Shooting Sports Foundation has announced grants that will assist states with projects designed to keep current hunters active and introduce newcomers. For the seventh year
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Headsweats Hires VP of Sales and 5 Rep Agencies
Headsweats has appointed Mike McQueeney to the role of VP of Sales and, for the first time, hired a select group of outside reps to support a major business expansion of the Cincinnati-based performance headwear company. Headsweats has also recently partn
Wilson, NCAA Donate 13,000 Uniforms to Youth
During the most recent Final Four basketball championship games, Wilson and the NCAA partnered to donate 13,000 brand new uniforms to a wide array of youth organizations, church leagues and school programs in Detroit and St. Louis. Working closely with co
Zumiez Shareholder Litigation Dismissed
Zumiez Inc. said that shareholder litigation involving Zumiez and its officers and directors has been dismissed. The Court issued its ruling on March 30, 2009 without oral argument, dismissing the case with prejudice. Following this ruling, a related shar
Michael J. Gerend to Exit Life Time Fitness
Life Time Fitness, Inc. said Michael J. Gerend, president and chief operating officer, will leave the company. The change is expected to be effective May 1, 2009, subject to the finalization of a separation agreement…
GSI Commerce Expands North American Operations into Canada
GSI Commerce Inc. plans to expand into the Canadian market, which includes opening a new fulfillment center and a long-term agreement with one of Canada's leading retailers. Additionally, the Forzani Group Ltd. has selected GSI's platform and se
RECALL: Paramount Fitness Leg Curl Machines
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Paramount Fitness Corp. of Los Angeles, CA, is issuing a voluntary recall of Paramount Fitness Leg Curl Machines. A consumer's hand can become caught between the cylindrical counter wei
Winchester Parents Reports Overall, Segment Results for Q1
Olin Corporation reported its first quarter 2009 net income was $46.7 million, or 60 cents per diluted share, which compares to $37.3 million, or 50 cents per diluted share in the first quarter of 2008. Sales in the first quarter of 2009 were $400.6 milli
Hyde Joins Cerf Bros. Bag as VP of Sales
Cerf Brothers Bag Company, a 94-year-old manufacturer of packs, luggage and bags for the outdoor industry, has named industry veteran Ron Hyde as vice president of sales, said Brian Spanel, chief executive officer…
Adidas India to Open 200 Stores by Year’s End
Adidas India plans to open 200 outlets before year's end, reports indiaretailing.com. The stores will be located in a range of markets, from high to low tier cities. According to the report, adidas India presently has over 450 stores, 130 of which ar
Rossignol Group Re-Structures Due to Economy
The Rossignol Group, acquired by Chartreusse and Mont Blanc late last year, said that due to the current economic and winter sports market conditions, it is undergoing consolidations and reductions. This reduction includes the previously-reported 30% glob
Saucony Joins Conservation Alliance
Saucony, Inc. has joined The Conservation Alliance, a group of outdoor industry companies that provide funding to community-based programs dedicated to protecting threatened wild and natural areas for their habitat and recreation value…
Accell Group Reports Increased Bicycle Sales in 2009
Accell Group N.V. said its turnover and profit in the first months of 2009 increased, compared with the same period of 2008. After a long winter, mid-March saw a good start in bicycle sales. In addition to increased bicycle sales, Accell Group also noted
Deckers Q1 Sales Increase 37.6%
Deckers Outdoor Corporation said net sales increased 37.6% to $134.2 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, versus $97.5 million last year. Diluted EPS increased 8.1% to 93 cents compared to 86 cents a year ago, domestic sales increased 29.6%
Deckers Ups Revenue Outlook on Strong UGG Performance
Deckers Outdoor Corporation said net sales increased 37.6% to $134.2 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, versus $97.5 million last year. Diluted EPS increased 8.1% to 93 cents compared to 86 cents a year ago, domestic sales increased 29.6%
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