Shares of Fitbit Inc. hit an all-time low after it failed to turn a profit in the fourth quarter, missing analyst earnings expectations. The wearable leader also gave a poor outlook for the current year, including first-quarter guidance well below Wall Street’s targets.
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Introducing The Ikon Pass: Uniting North America’s Premier Mountain Destinations
Alterra Mountain Company announced its 2018-2019 pass product, the Ikon Pass. North America’s top mountain destinations have joined together to offer skiers and riders the Ikon Pass, uniting 12 destinations from Alterra Mountain Company and 11 premier destination partners.
Respect Your Universe Now Available At Equinox Canadian Locations
RYU Apparel Inc., creators of urban athletic apparel, are pleased to announce that RYU Apparel is now available for sale at all Canadian Equinox clubs.
PVH Corp. Chairman And CEO Emanuel Chirico Honored As 2018 “Father of the Year”
The National Father’s Day Council announced today that Emanuel (Manny) Chirico, chairman and chief executive officer of PVH Corp., has been named a 2018 “Father of the Year” Honoree. The 77th Annual Father of the Year Awards will be presented at the Sheraton New York Times Square on Monday, June 11, 2018 at 12 pm. […]

Big 5’s Q4 Comps Drop 9.4 Percent
Big 5 Sporting Goods, in line with guidance reported in early January, reported a loss of 10 cents per share in the fourth quarter ended December 31 as comps dropped 9.4 percent. Same store sales in January slumped in the high-teens in January and Big 5 predicted a loss for the first quarter.

Escalade Delivers Robust Q4 Results
Escalade Inc. reported operating earnings rose 36.4 percent on improved margins and a 4.3 percent revenue gain.
Camping World’s Q4 Revenues Climb 33 Percent
Camping World Holdings Inc., the parent of Gander Outdoors, reported earnings excluding special items more than doubled in the fourth quarter as sales grew 37.9 percent.

REI To Offer Curated Selection Of Athleta Apparel
REI and Athleta announced plans to bring a curated selection of current Athleta apparel to 14 REI stores and REI.com this spring.
Study Shows When It Comes To Buying, Millennials Are Not Eco-Fashionistas
While millennials overwhelmingly claim to embrace sustainability and believe they will drive social change, the eco-friendliness of a fashion product may be the least important factor in their purchasing decisions, according to a study from LIM College.
Farm To Feet Adds Sales Teams In Midwest And South-Central Territories
Farm to Feet, makers of American socks, announced that they have appointed Allen Breeding and Associates to represent the brand in the South-Central states and Amy Brown and Associates in the Mid-West.

Nathan Extends Sponsorship Of Ragnar Relay & Ragnar Trial Series
Nathan, a specialist in hydration, visibility and performance gear, announced the extension of a multiyear sponsorship with the Ragnar Relay & Ragnar Trail Series, which is the largest overnight running relay series in the world.
ADA And NBS Partner To Co-Locate Spring/Summer Athletic Market
ADA and NBS have once again partnered to co-locate their 2018 Spring & Summer Athletic Shows. The joint event will be held at the Hyatt Riverfront Hotel in Jacksonville, FL.
Altra Joins Granite Gear’s Grounds Keepers Program
After its successful inaugural year, Granite Gear has launched the 2018 Grounds Keepers Program with new supporting sponsor Altra Running.

SFIA Campaigns For Herschel Walker To Become Chairman President’s Council On Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) is joining forces with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) to lead the campaign for chairman of the President’s Council, on behalf of former Heisman Trophy winner, Herschel Walker.