Bell Introduces New Models for 2006

The pre-Outdoor Retailer buzz around Bell Canoe Works is all about new products the company is rolling out for the show. The Princeton MN canoe company will introduce four new models and nearly two dozen new paddling accessories, as well as unveil excitin

OIF Launches GETTING > YOUTH > ACTIVE

As part of the Year of Outreach, Outdoor Industry Foundation (OIF) announces the launch of an industry-wide initiative to GET YOUTH ACTIVE and grow participation in active outdoor recreation among young Americans. OIF’s call to action is being announced

Volcom Q2 Sales Jump 47%; Taxes Hurt Bottom Line…

Volcom second quarter total revenues increased 47.1% to $35.9 million, compared with $24.4 million in the second quarter of 2004. Gross profit as a percentage of total revenues increased 2.2% to 52.1% for the second quarter of 2005 from 49.9% in the secon

Jarden Converts Series B Preferred Stock

Jarden Corporation has exercised its right to convert all outstanding principal and accrued dividends of its Series B preferred stock into common stock, effective August 14, 2005. Upon conversion, Jarden will no longer be subject to the dilutive effect of

Princeton Tec, New Products in the Sports Lighting Category

Princeton Tec introduces their new QUAD L.E.D. headlamp for the 2005-06 season. The Quad features four 5 mm Nichia LED’s which are brighter and more efficient than current L.E.D.’s (as much as 30-50% brighter!); four output modes- three 3 constant (high,

Chums Launches iPod Cases

Combining functionality and style with its expertise in creating urban outdoor accessories, CHUMS is introducing a new line of fresh, fashionable iPod carrying cases which helps users protect and hang on to their valuable music investments. The new array

Lowe Alpine Adds Hartwell to Sales Force

Lowe Alpine USA hired Russ Hartwell as the new Sales Representative for the Mid Atlantic territory (NY, NJ, PA, MD, DE). Russ comes back to Lowe Alpine after a short break to continue his 20+ year career with the brand. His knowledge of the product and u

SCARPA N.A. is Up and Running

SCARPA hired several key in house staff and independent reps for the Rocky Mountain and California territories. Mike Mead and Jonathan Degenhardt will join SCARPA NA in their new Boulder offices while Kirk Haskell and Scott Sutton will rep the Rockies and

Spyder and USSA Renew Relationship

Spyder Active Sports and the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association will renew their current partnership through the 2011 season. The agreement, worth more than $7 million in cash and product, extends USSA’s longstanding relationship with Spyder and makes Spy

Princeton Tec Expands Sales Force to Cover Bike Market

Princeton Tec expanded its sales team in an effort to support their growing bike lighting division. The company has hired Glen Mako of Mako Marketing to handle their cycling retailer sales in Southern California.Tom Jackson of Broad Street Sports will joi