Macy’s, Inc. reported higher sales and earnings for the first quarter of 2013, the 13-week period ended May 4, 2013. Based on the ongoing momentum in our business, as well as confidence in our future performance, the company also announced a 25 perc
Category: Outdoor
Invista Moves Forward with Nylon 6,6 Plans in China
Invista signed an agreement that moves it closer to building an integrated nylon 6,6 polymer facility in China. Known for its strength at high temperature as well as impact, chemical and abrasion resistance, nylon 6,6 offers significant advantages in many
Russell Westbrook Face of New Champs Sports and Jordan Campaign
Russell Westbrook may be out for the remainder of the 2012-13 NBA Playoffs following knee surgery, but that hasn't sidelined his endorsement career. The Oklahoma City Thunder superstar is starring in a new advertising campaign for Champs Sports and t
Oakley to Make MLB-Themed Apparel and Accessories
Oakley, Inc., an official MLB Authentic Collection eyewear licensee, has signed a license agreement with Major League Baseball Properties to manufacture and market Oakley performance and lifestyle apparel and accessories. This marks the first apparel and
Oxford Golf Signs Steve Elkington as Brand Ambassador
Oxford Golf announced that Steve Elkington is joining the roster of Oxford Golf sponsored golfers…
Alpha Golf/Kent Sports to Distribute Iomic Grips
Iomic USA, manufacturer of golf club grips, has reached a distribution agreement with Alpha Golf/Kent Sports Inc., a distributor for top golf brands for over 30 years…
Spy Inc. Turnaround Gains Traction in First Quarter
Spy Inc. reported sales of its Spy-branded eyewear reached $9.0 million in the first quarter, up 14 percent,or $1.1 million, from the first quarter of 2012. Total company net sales increased by 11 percent or $0.9 million, to $9.0 million in the first quar
Feds Seize 10 Websites in Cooperation with Invista and Specialized
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) seized 10 websites that illegally sold trademarked cycling apparel and equipment globally. The initiative, which began in 2010, was in cooperation with Invista,
REI Releases 2012 Stewardship Report
REI was able to achieve an absolute reduction of operational CO2 by 7.6 percent and a 53 ton decrease in its waste to landfill contributions in 2012 despite growing sales 7.4 percent, according to the company's 2012 Stewardship Report…
Mountain Resorts Performed Best in East
Eastern mountain resorts fared far better than their western counterparts over the winter, according to the latest data released by the Mountain Travel Research Program. Results were boosted by a big surge in April, when actual occupancy rose 28 percent a
Daewoo and Indorama Cited in Complaint Seeking to Block Uzbeki Cotton Imports
The International Labor Rights Forum (ILRF) has filed a complaint asking U.S. Customs to issue an immediate detention order on all pending and future imports of cotton goods manufactured by Daewoo International Corporation, Indorama Corporation, and other
Green Lanes Advocates Convene in Austin
City leaders from six U.S. cities convened Wednesday in Austin, Texas to kick off an unprecedented two-day leadership summit to discuss green lanes and equity. The focus of the summit is on building support for modern, next-generation green lanes, also c
Dosenbach-Ochsner AG Grew Sales in 2012 Despite Strong Franc
Dosenbach-Ochsner AG of Switzerland was able to increase sales 2.5 percent in 2012, despite the strength of the Swiss Franc, which caused many Swiss to travel to neighboring countries to shop. The company, which operates Europe’s largest footwear ch
EU Awards Euro 1 Million Grant to Promote Benefits of Active Lifestyle
The European Cyclists’ Federation and the International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) have been awarded €1 million grant from the European Union budget to promote the benefits of an active lifestyle…
National Trails Day set for Saturday June 1
American Hiking Society’s 21st annual celebration of National Trails Day will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013 thanks to the generous support of event sponsors, including The North Face, Merrell, Adventure Medical Kits, Columbia, Gregory and Gerber