NSGA President & CEO Matt Carlson said. “Passing PHIT will help remove an important barrier to being active, that of cost. Active Americans are healthier, and healthier people will help reduce the crushing burden on our healthcare system.”
Category: Apparel
OIA Applauds DOI Secretary Confirmation
The Outdoor Industry Association congratulated Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-MT) for his confirmation by the U.S. Senate as the 52nd secretary of the Department of the Interior (DOI).
Finish Line Completes Sale of JackRabbit
The Finish Line has closed its sale of JackRabbit, its unprofitable specialty run business, to CriticalPoint Capital, LLC, the Los Angeles based private investment firm. The purchase price was zero, according to a regulatory filing.
Kohl’s To Launch Massive Under Armour Advertising Push
Kohl’s will begin airing this week three 30-second TV broadcast spots to support its launch of the Under Armour brand in its stores, according to Advertising Age.
Black Diamond Adds To Executive And Equipment Team
The company appointed Trent Bush as Black Diamond Equipment vice president of apparel design and Radhika Ray to the newly created position of vice president of strategy and investor relations for Black Diamond Inc.
SFIA Urges Passage Of PHIT Act
“We are at a critical juncture in the national debate on healthcare and the PHIT Act is a potential game-changer,” said Tom Cove, SFIA President and CEO.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Opens Two New Stores
The retailer will celebrate the opening of new locations in Norwalk, CT and Sunnyvale, CA.
Big 5 Boosted By Competitor Exits
“We’re very encouraged that the profit and sales momentum has continued and actually accelerated into the first quarter of fiscal 2017,” CEO Steven Miller said on a conference call with analysts.
Balega Beefs Up Domestic Sales Team
The performance sock brand is expanding its domestic sales team with five new representatives.
Western Rise Debuts Studio Line
The outdoor apparel brand’s new offering begins with The Flow Collection — inspired by daily movement and designed at 8,750 feet in Telluride, CO.
Zalando Acquires Kickz
Zalando, Europe’s biggest pure online fashion retailer, made its first move into physical stores with the acquisition of streetwear retailer Kickz.
Headsweats Teams Up With MultiRace
The performance headwear manufacturer will be the presenting sponsor of the Mack Cycle Miami Man Half Iron and International Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike.
Big 5’s Earnings Surge In Q4
Big 5 Sporting Goods reported earnings in the fourth quarter surged 80 percent, thanks to improved merchandising margins and a 3.1 percent gain in same-store sales while forecasting a profit turnaround for the first quarter.
Oregon Governor Lobbies To Host Outdoor Retailer
Nike Inc., the North American headquarters of Adidas and Columbia Sportswear are part of the Oregon outdoor industry, as well as numerous smaller outdoor companies.
Adidas Outdoor Adds Rock Climber To Athlete Team
The 22-year-old became the first known female to send the Golden Ticket (5.14c) in Red River Gorge, KY. The route is considered to be one of the most difficult climbs in the area.
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