Once only seen on the feet of the most elite-level athletes, racing shoes are becoming more visible deeper in the fields of many races. Claire Wood, footwear product line manager at Brooks says, “Ten years ago, only the front line would be wearing the rac
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Outdoor Industry Association Ramps up its DC Efforts
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is looking ahead to a new U.S. president and administration, and the opportunities they bring, by taking some big steps to expand its government affairs work in 2008…
Beefed up OIA Lobbying Staff Sets ’09 Priorities
When asked about the single biggest obstacle to Outdoor Industry Association’s (OIA) public policy agenda this year, Todd Keller responds without hesitation:
“The election”…
The Centennial Initiative aims to revitalize the National Park Service by 2016
The image of a national park ranger wearing a distinctive, flat-brimmed hat, and standing by ready to answer questions and protect the environment, is a quintessential American icon. With our society in a great period of change, do Americans still hold th
The Walking Co. Posts 2007 Loss on 8% Comps Rise
Net sales at The Walking Company increased 19.5% for fiscal 2007 ending December 31, 2007 to $162.1 million $135.7 million last year. The company reported that $10.0 million of the increase related to an 8.1% increase in comparable store sales which incl
The Art of Tent Design Becomes More Refined and User-Friendly
According to Chris Hilliard, product manager at Mountain Hardwear, tent design begins with basic human desires. “In Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, shelter is the number two need,” he says. “In the outdoors, shelter is vital to the success of what you are do
Shoe Pavilion Switches to Net Loss for 2007
Shoe Pavilion reported in a filing with the SEC that net sales for fiscal 2007 increased 18.2% to $152.6 million from 2006 sales of $129.1 million. The sales growth is the result of increased sales of $7.6 million generated from 15 new stores opened in fi
Backcountry.com Enters Cycling Market
Online retailer Backcountry.com has succumbed to its inner self and begun selling high end bike gear and accessories from Shimano, Fox, Sidi, Giro, Oakley, Look, Castelli, Campagnolo, Mavic, Park, Pedros, Pearl Izumi and 60 other brands. The retailer, lau
The Easy Life
Camping products offer all the comforts of home, wherever that may be…
Skullcandy Names VP of Finance
Skullcandy added Scot Carlson as vice president of finance. Carlson comes to Skullcandy with a solid history at Black Diamond outdoor equipment, adding welcomed industry expertise to Skullcandy’s core business development…
The Finish Line Looks Ahead to New Formats and Leaves Genesco Issue Behind…
The Finish Line, Inc. seems to be putting the ugliness of its failed Genesco merger bid behind it and outlined steps it is taking to move its business forward this year…
Li and Fung U.S. Revenues Pass $1 Billion in 2007…
Li & Fung reported its U.S. business passed the $1 billion mark in 2007, achieving the company’s three-year plan. Overall, the company saw turnover of HK$92.5 billion ($11.85 bn) for the year, growth of 36% from 2006, and the largest turnover growth since
A.T. Cross Adds Native Eyewear to its Sunglass Portfolio…
Native Eyewear Inc. was acquired for $18.8 million last week by A.T. Cross Co., which is on a quest to build a $100 million-a-year optics business by 2010. ATX said it had paid $17.8 million in cash and assumed $1 million in short-term debt to acquire Nat
Gregory Strikes Out On Its Own for First Time in 25 Years…
In a deal that may make evoke whines from some outdoor insiders, three Fortune 500 veterans bought Gregory Outdoor Products. The all-cash deal marks the first time the company has been independent since its founder Wayne Gregory sold the business 25 years
And Native Enters Public Eye Under A.T. Cross…
Native Eyewear Inc. was acquired for $18.8 million last week by A.T. Cross Co., which is on a quest to build a $100 million optics business by 2010. Apparently, the numbers finally worked for everyone. ATX said it had paid $17.8 million in cash and assume
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