Category: Outdoor

RECALL: 20,000 Petzl GRIGRI 2 Belay Devices

August 31, 2011 SGB Update

Petzl America is voluntarily recalling about 18,000 GRIGRI 2 belay devices in the United States and 2,000 in Canada after customers noticed that excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reporte

RaceReady Acquired by Ohayo Sangyo

August 31, 2011 SGB Update

Ohayo Sangyo LLC has acquired RaceReady, Inc., the running apparel manufacturer, to accelerate the company's growth in US and overseas markets. RaceReady is a manufacturer of high-end, ultra-lightweight running apparel located in Torrance, CA. The co

Asics to Open First Store in Brazil

August 31, 2011 SGB Update

Asics America Group will open its first flagship store in Sao Paulo, Brazil on August 31st. In four years of operation in the country, the Brazilian subsidiary is the fastest growing…

Wilson Expands Presence at U.S. Open

August 31, 2011 SGB Update

Wilson Racquet Sports is significantly expanding its efforts to engage consumers and retailers through a series of initiatives and events at this year's 2011 US Open, complementing its status as Official Stringer and Official Ball of the tournament.

Genesco Narrows Q2 Loss, Raises Full-Year Outlook

August 31, 2011 SGB Update

Genesco Inc. reported earnings from continuing operations for the second quarter ended July 30, 2011, of $0.4 million, or 1 cent per share, compared to a loss from continuing operations of $2.4 million, or 10 cents, a year ago. Comparable store sales incr

Easton-Bell Sports Appoints New Members to Board

August 30, 2011 SGB Update

Easton-Bell Sports, Inc., parent of Easton, Bell, Riddell and Giro brands, appointed two new members to its board of directors. David Perdue, CEO of Aquila Group and former CEO and Chairman of Dollar General, will join the board and serve on the compensa

Peter Millar Looks to Expand Collegiate Licenses

August 30, 2011 SGB Update

Peter Millar is launching a premium collection of collegiate sportswear, which is licensed by The Collegiate Licensing company, beginning this fall with The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Peter Millar is planning to expand the Collegiate Colle

Warrior Signs Lacrosse Superstar Paul Rabil

August 30, 2011 SGB Update

Warrior has signed 2011 MLL Champions Boston Cannons midfielder and 2011 Major League Lacrosse (MLL) MVP Paul Rabil to lead its roster of sponsored lacrosse players. Effective immediately, Rabil will wear and use Warrior gear on the field, while training,

Brunswick Sells Sealine To Investment Group

August 30, 2011 SGB Update

Brunswick Corporation has sold its Sealine brand of boats, based in Kidderminster, UK, to The Oxford Investment Group. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The company is currently determining the amount of restructuring charge associated with t

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