Headlines from the active lifestyle industry this past week you may have missed.
Author: Teresa Hartford
Teresa Hartford
Editorial & Creative Director | SGB Media
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By The Numbers, Week of August 15
The leading figures from this week’s news in the active lifestyle space.
Adidas Banks On NMD Craze, Releases 20 New Models
The Adidas NMDs have become a footwear sensation, selling out within minutes of being stocked. Now the brand releases 20 new colorways to select retailers.
Rocky Brands Restructuring Includes Layoffs and Lifestyle Push
Last year’s warm winter, coupled with an economic downturn in the oil-patch regions of the country, hasn’t boded well for outdoor boot makers. That is, unless they invested heavily in the lifestyle side of the market.
Bike Maker’s Acquisition of Performance Bicycle Hints at Future DTC Strategy
Vendors going direct-to-consumer are discovering retail is a tough business. Will they fare any better by acquiring established retailers?
Why Giant Reebok is Challenging Small RBX Active for Sole Patents
Reebok International filed a complaint for two patent infringements with the International Trade Commission (ITC), alleging that New York-based TRB Acquisitions LLC, RBX.com LLC and Elite Performance Footwear are copying its designs.
Performance Sports Group Cleans House at the Risk of Default
Sometimes you have to gut a house before attempting a remodel. New PSG CEO Harlan Kent has his company on the brink of default to try and save it.
Is Reebok the Fittest Company in the Industry?
Reebok released a film called Humans of Reebok, illustrating the company’s unique fitness culture.
Adidas Originals Opens NYC Flagship
Adidas Originals will open a new U.S. flagship store on Spring Street in New York City on August 17.
Cashing In On Street Cred
Why more brands are seeking product collaborations with urban boutique retailers.
Fanatics Names Former Adidas Talent as VP of Retail Sales for Fanatics Branded
Fanatics, a global leader for licensed sports merchandise, named Glen Giovanucci as vice president of retail sales for Fanatics Branded.
Trend Spotting at Rio 2016: How Aerodynamic Are Nike’s Track & Field Uniforms?
Nike’s tiny “AeroBlades” are drawing attention, but are they making a difference at the Olympics?
Retail Vacancies Good News for Planet Fitness
While the active-lifestyle market has hit a recent rough patch in retailing products, retailing services and experiences in the sector has been a more positive story.
Aisle Talk, Week of August 8
Headlines from the active lifestyle industry this past week you may have missed.
By The Numbers, Week of August 8
Earnings, stats and figures that defined the industry for the week of August 8.
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