Reef announced its new head-to-toe partnership with Evan Geiselman. Florida native Geiselman is only 21 years old, but has been known in competitive surfing circles for over a decade…
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Mike’s Bikes Secures Expanded Credit Line
Mike’s Bikes, the largest independent bicycle retailer on the West Coast, based in Marin County, has received a multi-million dollar credit facility from Business Capital. With 11 locations spread throughout Northern California, the company plans to
PVH Corp. to Close Izod Retail Division
PVH Corp. will close its Izod retail division, which currently operates approximately 120 stores…
Holiday E-Commerce Spending Grew 15 Percent
ComScore reported holiday season U.S. retail e-commerce spending from desktop computers for the entire November-December 2014 holiday season reached $53.3 billion, marking a 15-percent increase versus the corresponding days last year. Cyber Monday (Monday
Hoka One One to Launch Hiking Boots
Hoka One One plans to launch its first hiking boot this fall. The footwear brand, which initially catered to trail and other runners, will introduce its MTN collection, which will span five new styles including…
Vasque Announces 2015 Thru-Hike Syndicate Ambassadors
Vasque and outdoor industry partners Osprey Packs, NEMO Equipment, Leki Trekking Poles and Darn Tough Socks announced its official 2015 Thru-Hike Syndicate. Many members of the team will be hiking for causes such as Project Canoe, Women’s Learning P
Zumiez December Comps Rise 8.0 Percent
Zumiez Inc. announced that total net sales for the five-week period ended Jan. 3, 2015 increased 14.4 percent to $143.4 million, compared to $125.3 million a year ago. The company's comparable sales increased 8.0 percent…
Report: Dick’s Sporting Goods Explores Going Private
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. is holding early-stage conversations with a “handful” of buyout firms in a move that may take the company private, according to a report from Reuters. Unidentified sources indicated no formal sales process is u
Dunham’s Signs Lease for Store in Massillon, OH
Dunham's Sports has signed a 50,500 square foot lease at Massillon Commons in Massillon, OH, according to Retail Properties of America, Inc…
Reports: Acushnet Exploring IPO for 2016
Acushnet, the parent of Titleist and Footjoy, has hired Solebury Capital to advise on a potential IPO, according to Reuters. The offering isn't expected to happen until 2016…
CEA: Fitness Wearables Expected to Reach $1.8B in 2015
Led by the popularity of activity tracking devices, health and fitness devices are projected to lead unit sales among all wearables in 2015 with a projected 20 million units. Revenue is expected to surpass $1.8 billion in 2015, according to the Consumer E
Orvis to Open Fly Fishing School in Jackson Hole
Orvis is partnering with a private club and residential community and local fly fishing school to open Orvis Fly Fishing School – Jackson Hole; its first such school in the state of Wyoming…
Under Armour Launches UA Record
Under Armour unveiled UA Record, the latest addition to its comprehensive health and fitness network, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Members can invite up to 20 friends within their network to compete in customized health and fitness chall
HPIL Partners with Fudokan Shotokan Karate-Do Federation
HPIL Holding entered into a license agreement with World Traditional Fudokan Shotokan Karate-Do Federation, a worldwide karate federation based in Switzerland…
SMS Audio Signs Rob Gronkowski as Brand Ambassador
SMS Audio, LLC, an audio headphone and accessories brand from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, announced that NFL player, Rob Gronkowski, joined SMS Audio as a global brand ambassador…
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