Reacting to an analyst's comments at last week's WSA Financial Conference sponsored by Susquehanna International Group that suggested that the skate category was slowing, and subsequent comments from Skechers suggesting the same, executives at G
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Compass Show is Upbeat Alternative
Compass is a sister show to the highly acclaimed Capsule trade show that offers a refreshing alternative to the stale (and emptier) WSA. The show is the brainchild of offbeat marketing group, Brand Pimps/Media Whores.
The show was held in the pool ballro
WNC Region Spends Most on Sports Equipment
Residents in the West North Central census region spent the most per consumer on sports equipment in 2007, according to indices developed from the National Sporting Goods Association’s Sporting Goods Market report…
Consumer Confidence Remains Weak
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had declined in June, held steady in July. The Index now stands at 51.9 (1985=100), up slightly from 51.0 in June. The Present Situation Index was virtually unchanged at 65.3 versus 65.4 last month. Th
Ritchey/Syncros Names Retail Sales Manager
Ritchey Design/Syncros USA announced the promotion of Nate Shaw, formerly with inside sales, to national retail sales manager. Under this new title, Shaw will manage three customer groups – retail direct, builder sales and grassroots team businesses.
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
Nike Addresses Workers Rights Breaches in Malaysia
Nike said in a statement that it had completed its initial investigation into claims of unacceptable living conditions, withholding of worker passports and garnishing of wages at Hytex, a Malaysian contract factory. Nike said its investigation confirmed s
Horny Toad Acquires Nau Assets
Lifestyle apparel maker Horny Toad has acquired the Nau outdoor brand, including its trademark, URL, and all intellectual property such as product designs. In addition, the company acquired the physical assets of Nau’s design offices for an undisclosed su
The Outdoor Foundation Launches ‘I Will’ Campaign
With the goal of proactively encouraging healthier children, healthier communities and healthier businesses, the Outdoor Foundation is launching its “I Will” campaign at this Outdoor Retailer Summer Market show…
Timbuk2 Rolls Out New Travel Luggage Line
As travel becomes increasingly hectic, expensive and hassle-filled, Timbuk2 aims to make life on the road a little easier with its new Timbuk2 Travel Collection of luggage. The San Francisco-based company, renowned for its bicycle messenger bags, has desi
Common Ground
Outdoor industry executives come together to create a sustainable legacy. At the 2007 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market show, the Outdoor Industry Association launched the Eco Working Group as a formal response to the outdoor industry’s interest in addressin
Legislation Affecting Product Safety Appears Imminent
The U.S. Congress is expected to send consumer product safety reform legislation (H.R. 4040) to President George Bush next week. The White House has signaled support for the most sweeping product safety bill in years. Aspects of the bill which SGMA feels
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…
Creating a Community Online
eMarketer estimates marketers will spend $1.6 billion on advertising on social networking sites in 2008. Although accounting for just a fraction of that total, outdoor brands like Timex, ClifBar, ProBar, La Sportiva and Timbuk2 are exploring ways to use s
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