Phoenix Footwear Group, Inc. announced the appointment of Robert Orlando as president of the company's Royal Robbins division. Mr. Orlando, a 30-year veteran of the footwear and apparel industry, and most recently the president of Teva Footwear, will
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Broder Bros Q2 Income Doubles
Broder Bros., Co. announced net sales of $262.1 million for the second quarter ended June 25, 2005, compared to $227.3 million for the second quarter of 2004. Second quarter 2005 income from operations was $12.2 million compared to income from operations
TNF Trail Running With Boa
For release in Spring 2006, The North Face introduced a first in trail running, the advanced Boa Lacing System on its new Men’s and Women’s Endurus XCR Boa trail running shoes. Unlike traditional lacing systems, the carefully engineered Boa system enables
TNF Receives Polartec Apex Design Award
The North Face received the 2005 Polartec Apex Design Award for the Men’s and Women’s Apex Free Climb Jacket. The award goes to the best-of-the-best Polartec based garments that will be available to consumers in fall 2005. Winners are selected based on th
The North Face Introduces Spectrum 23 Tent
The North Face introduced the world record-breaking Spectrum 23 tent at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market (for consumer release in Spring 2006). This 3- pound 12-ounce tent broke wind tunnel records at KARI (Korea Aerospace Research Institute) by withstandin
Hi-Tec Re-Enters Trail Running Market
Hi-Tec announced its SS06 re-launch into the trail running market with a strong offering of innovative, top-quality footwear. Featuring 4:SYS technology and incorporating quality materials such as Vibram outsoles, ScotchgardTM fast-dry uppers and Comfort
Singtex Will Use TrapTek For Spring 2006
Singtex Technical Fabrics announces today they will feature fabrics incorporating TrapTek technology in their upcoming Spring 2006 collections at the Summer 2005 Outdoor Retailer show. TrapTek technology permanently embeds activated carbon, derived from c
Jerry to Speak at Gore Speaker Breakfast
The 11th Gore Speaker Breakfast at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market will feature Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, as its guest speaker. The breakfast will run from 7:30 A.M. until 9:00 A.M. on Friday, August 12 at the Salt Lake Marriott i
Bahia and Bahia Tour Launched By Kokatat
Kokatat introduced the USCG approved Bahia and Bahia Tour high back recreational life vests. Based off their highly successful MsFIT platform, these vests offer comfort at an affordable price. Just another example of Kokatat’s commitment to creating user-
Kokatat Expands Tropos Offerings
In response to the successful introduction of its TROPOS program, Kokatat’s redesigned Meridian dry suit and Swift Entry dry suit will transition to this waterproof and breathable fabric engineered for paddle sports. A relief zipper and integrated TROPOS
Vibram Partners With The Timberland Company
Vibram announced a partnership with The Timberland Company to produce four new outsoles for the Timberland Outdoor Performance line. The collection includes shoes for a variety of athletic endeavors including trailrunning, hiking, off road biking, and wa
Vibram Launches Five Fingers Approach Show
Vibram announced it is launching a cutting edge interpretation of a watersport approach shoe. FiveFingers is a unique glove-styled shoe with five individually wrapped toes, offering a barefoot sensation with the benefits of a Vibram sole for superior gri
Kamik Introduces Spring/Summer Collection
Kamik introduced a collection of new outdoor footwear for spring and summer 2006. The spring and summer 2006 collection is as technologically advanced as Kamik’s reputable boot line, offering a number of functional elements to enhance the dependability an
Asolo Expands Range for 2006
After launching in the U.S. earlier this year, TrekSta is expanding its reach in 2006 by introducing several innovative technologies and unusual designs. The 2006 TrekSta Spring line, which is launching at OR and WSA, features a wide mix of footwear for t
Aku Debuts New Boots in Several Collections
For Spring 2006, AKU will be debuting new boots in its backpacking, hiking, and multi-terrain collection. Lightweight, functional and stylish are key in this year’s line. AKU’s credo continues to be to develop the most comfortable, lightweight, rugged o
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