Callaway Golf Company feels that they are taking the first major steps in a journey to restore the company to its position of prominence in the golf world. The actions, which include the integration of the Callaway Golf, Odyssey, Top-Flite, and Ben Hogan
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C. J. Webb Adds K2 and Iron Horse
C. J. Webb, Inc. – Manufacturer's Representatives has added K2 and Ironhorse Bikes to their line of products. The Rep group will be selling the two lines in the Rocky Mountain territory…
New Balance Prepares for Chicago Marathon
As the 'Official footwear and apparel sponsor' of the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon New Balance will offer multiple elements for both runners and spectators during the event on Sunday October 10…
SGMA: CITA Expands ‘Safeguard’ Quotas
According to the SGMA, the U.S. Department of Commerce Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) recently approved limits on imports of Chinese-manufactured brassieres and body support garments and synthetic filament fiber. With the la
Brian Enge Resigns From Saucony and Joins Zoot
Zoot Sports announced that Brian Enge has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer. Prior to joining Zoot Sports Mr. Enge, 35, held a series of successively key leadership positions in the sports apparel and competitive performance clothing industry.
VauDe Makes Two Executive Appointments
VAUDE has made two new executive appointments. Stefan Engers, former Marketing Manager, has become the new
Technology Manager while Antje von Dewitz, designated CEO, has taken over responsibilities of Marketing Manager…
Smith Launches IMBA Upgrade Program
While a simple “thanks” would probably work, a pair of free sunglasses is even better. During the 2005 Interbike show, Smith Optics launched a national IMBA Upgrade Reward program, essentially doling out a new pair of interchangeable performance riding gl
GEAR for Sports Hires New Regional Sales Director
GEAR for Sports named Jeff Peden western regional sales director, and Sean Joyce as sales representative. These new appointments support the company’s golf brand expansion with GEAR for Sports, Robert Trent Jones Apparel
and Sunice.
Brooks Taps BioMechanica
Brooks Sports tapped BioMechanica to reinforce its footwear Research & Development program with specialized product development and testing services…
Icebreaker Taps Mountain Mecca for Northwest Territory
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Mtn. Khakis Inks Deal with Land Rover and US National Whitewater Center
Exactly a month after their second consecutive successful Outdoor Retailer, Mountain Khakis are rolling into the prime pant season with continued momentum and growth in the outdoor specialty market. Mountain Khakis has delivered to 110 new stores since Ju
Seattle Sports Enters Bike Market
With over 20 years knowledge and experience in creating dry bags, Seattle Sports is taking their dry bag expertise and introducing it to the cycling market. With their main offices in Seattle, a city that has been voted by Bicycling Magazine as one of th
Congressman Proposes Sale of 15 National Parks; OIA and Sierra Club Opposed
Frank Hugelmeyer, President of Outdoor Industry Association and Carl Pope, Sierra Club Executive Director
both isssued seperate statements in response to Representative Pombo’s (R, 11th-CA) proposed legislation to sell off 15 National Parks for commercial
Giannulli to Bring Mossimo Private with Increased Bid
Mossimo, Inc. and Mossimo Giannulli have reached an agreement for Giannulli to acquire the outstanding publicly held minority shares of Mossimo for $5.00 per share. The price represents a 50.6% premium over the April 11, 2005 closing price of $3.32 and a
Golf Galaxy Second Quarter Sales Jump 46.5%
Golf Galaxy net sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 increased 46.5% to $69.6 million, compared to $47.5 million in the same period of the prior year. The company reported net income for the quarter of $5.4 million, or 59 cents per diluted share on