Veltec Names New England Rep

Veltec Sports has appointed Andy Ewas to the position of outside sales representative for the New England territory, effective Aug. 15, 2008. exclusively markets Sidi in the US, and Colnago, Descente, Enervit, Shebeest and Vredestein in both the US and Ca

Hi-Tec Hires Hochwender as Regional Sales Manager

Hi-Tec has hired Dennis Hochwender as their western regional sales manager, managing the sales team from California to the Rockies. He brings with him an extensive expertise in the outdoor market stemming from ten years in retail and 19 years as sales man

Malden Mills Founder to Launch Alpaca Line

Aaron Feuerstein, the man who brought you Polartec and became an icon of social responsibility in an era of unbridled corporate greed, has gone granola.
Aaron Feuerstein LLC is introducing a line of alpaca athletic and fashion socks, hats and scarves at

Navigating in Fast-Moving Waters

Entrepreneurial boat brands thrive in a corporate world. Ten years ago, the paddlesports industry went through a period of intense consolidation. The jury is still out on whether consolidation has helped or hurt the overall industry…

The Cold Truth

Sleeping bag manufacturers debate temperature rating standards. In North America, sleeping bag manufacturers are trying to develop a better way to help consumers select an appropriate sleeping bag. The current method of posting temperature ratings on hang

Asics Introduces Limited Edition Kayanos for NYC Marathon

In celebration of the 15-year anniversary of the Gel-Kayano, Asics will introduce an authorized ING New York City Marathon limited-edition during the 2008 race. The model will feature an image of runners crossing the Verrazano-Narrows bridge, specially em

Newton Running Introduces Motion All-Weather Shoe

Newton Running plans to introduce a new Motion All-Weather Shoe, a technically advanced, lightweight trainer, designed for damp and chilly weather. The shoe features a breathable, water-repellant upper, a sticky rubber outsole tuned for cold temperatures

Cannondale’s CEO Steps Down

Matt Mannelly, president and CEO of Cannondale, announced that he will be leaving Cannondale. He has agreed to stay for a transition period until September. Jeff Frehner, president and CEO, of Dorel's Cannondale Sports Group will be assuming all dire

Timberland Posts Q2 Loss; Revenues Decline 6.3%

The Timberland Company reported a second-quarter net loss of $18.9 million, or 32 cents a share, versus a loss of $19.2 million, or 31 cents, a year ago. Revenues declined 6.3% to $209.9 million as declines in casual footwear, Timberland brand apparel and

Under Armour Ups Guidance on 30% Q2 Sales Gain

Under Armour, Inc. reported revenues increased 30% in the second quarter to $156.7 million from $120.5 million. in the second quarter of 2007. Second quarter net income dropped 75.4% to $1.4 million, or 3 cents a share, from $5.7 million, or 11 cents, a y