Phoenix Footwear Alters Altama Acquisition Agreement

Phoenix Footwear Group, Inc. announced that on January 8, 2006, Phoenix and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Altama Delta Corporation, entered into an agreement with W. Whitlow Wyatt which modified the terms of the Stock Purchase Agreement dated June 15, 2004

Environmental Assault Continues in Alaska

Ignoring vocal opposition from Alaska natives,
scientists and sportsmen, the U.S. Government opened the Teshekpuk Lake Special Area for oil leasing in Northwestern
Alaska. The decision repeals the last remaining protections for critical waterfowl and big

OR Winter Market to Host 2nd Annual Fashion Show

Following last year’s successful debut, Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2006 will feature the 2nd Annual Winter Market Fashion Show at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah from January 28 to January 31. Exhibitors ranging from global manufacturers to s

Chain Stores See SnowSports Sales Climb 8%

According to the SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Retail Audit, wintersports sales at chain stores were up 8% compared to last season. In dollars, that translates to $156.1 million in sales compared to $145.2 million for the same period last season. U

Specialty SnowSports Sales Climb 8%

According to the SnowSports Industries America Retail Audit, sales at specialty ski and snowboard shops were up 8% in dollars compared to last season. In dollars, that translates to $540.9 million in sales compared to $502.6 million in 2004. Unit sales

Hurley Recalls Hoody

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Hurley International, announced a voluntary recall of 330 Boy's Windbreaker Jacket with Drawstring. The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to chi

Federated Puts Lord and Taylor on the Block

Federated Department Stores, Inc. plans to divest its Lord & Taylor division and the company expects to complete a transaction prior to the end of 2006. Lord & Taylor, based in New York, operates 55 stores in New Jersey, New York, Illinois, Massachusetts,

Deckers to Exceed Fourth Quarter Guidance

Based on the continued strong demand for its UGG product line and the solid retail sell-through, Deckers now expects to exceed the high-end of both its previously announced net sales guidance range of $72 to $75 million and its diluted earnings per share

Rowe and Pointer Promoted at Fleet Feet

Fleet Feet, Inc. made two management promotions – Luke Rowe was promoted to Vice President of Business Development and Joey Pointer was promoted to Director of Franchise Operations. As V.P. of Business Development, Mr. Rowe will oversee new store developm

Sallorenzo Joins Warnaco to Head CK Europe and Asia

Gaetano Sallorenzo will join The Warnaco Group, Inc. as President and CEO of Calvin Klein Jeans and Sportswear for Europe and Asia, beginning in late January 2006. He will report to Frank Tworecke, Warnaco's Group President, Sportswear, and will be b