Julie Norfleet, President of Rain & Snow, Inc., a western Maryland manufacturer of head protection gear for whitewater kayaking under the “Grateful Heads™” Brand, announced today the addition of Richard H. Hill, Sr. of Athens, GA as the Chief Executive Of
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Get Outdoors Act is Established
The OIA hosted a press conference where Congressmen George Miller (D-CA) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced the Get Outdoors Act which will establish a trust fund providing $3.1 billion annually to encourage physical activity and recreation. The goal of the
OIA presents Friend of Outdoor Industry Awards
Outdoor Industry Association is presenting its Friend of the Outdoor Industry award to Senator Patty Murray today to honor her strong leadership on the Wild Sky Wilderness proposal and to Representative Sherwood Boehlert (R-NY) to honor his leadership in
Scott USA Brings Back Bikes
Scott USA announced its return to the USA in the coming months and offer a full line of bicycles and selected cycling accessories for the 2005 model year. Beat Zaugg, President of Scott Sports Group said, “We have always wanted to return to North America.
GoLite Wins Backpacker Magazine Editors Choice Award
GoLite has been selected as one of the few companies to receive Backpacker Magazine's 2004 Editors' Choice award. GoLite's Kinetic jacket was uniquely distinguished this year in being the only clothing selected for the award, which is widel
HighGear is Ready to go International
HighGear/TechTrail is often described as one of the fastest-growing brands in the outdoor business, and after much success domestically, the North Carolina based company is now set to take their international business to an elevated level, with the additi
Smith Hosts Dealer Summit
Smith Optics invited two groups of dealers to Sun Valley to participate in a week of feedback, input and fun. The first two days being host to Bike Specialty, Outdoor and General Sporting Goods and Resort retailers. The latter part of the week was held fo
TUBBS ‘Romp-to-Stomp’ Series Concludes; $66,000 Raised
For 2004 Tubbs Snowshoe Company expanded their successful Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer, Winter Walk Series and raised over $66,000 for four affiliates of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to benefit breast cancer research, education, screenin
Tour De Georgia Shows Major Economic Benefits
In only the second year, officials with the Dodge Tour de Georgia project a $20 to $30 million boost to the Georgia economy. The value provided to its charitable beneficiary, the Georgia Cancer Coalition, is expected to surpass $2.5 million, doubling the
Confluence Hires New Reps
Confluence Watersports has hired Jared Noceti for the CA, NV, and AZ territory. Noceti will be assisting Confluence's Cathy Weil with the territory until the end of season, when Noceti will assume all territory responsibilities and Weil transitions
SIA.05 Sells Out in Record Time
SnowSports Industries America (SIA) has reported that the SIA.05 SnowSports Show is officially sold out. Over 321,000 square feet has been sold with over 360 exhibitors on tap to showcase more than 750 brands. SIA has already secured space contracts from
DSW Comps Lead Retail Ventures to 45% Q4 Profit Increase
Retail Ventures, Inc. announced its consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2004.
Net sales increased $41.7 million to $720.4 million from $678.8 million for the quarter, a 6.1% increase. Comparable store sales increased 2.
Mountainsmith Opens New Hong Kong Office
In support of significant growth over the past year and with future expansion plans in mind, Mountainsmith and parent company, 105 Meridien, announce the opening of their new corporate production office in Hong Kong. The office will facilitate management
REI Appoints Board Members
Members of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) returned incumbents Fran Conley, Anne Farrell, Tom Harville and Catherine Walker to the cooperative's board of directors for three-year terms…
Deuter Sales Jump 40%
Not only is the economy getting stronger nationwide, it is booming in Longmont, Co., headquarters of the DEUTER USA division. Pat Loomis, President at Deuter is elated with his recent numbers, “Projections are on target and we are ahead this year, in fact
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