The skier is part owner of his new sponsor, Bomber Ski, and is contesting his obligations to Head in accordance with the 2015 termination of his endorsement agreement.
Category: Outdoor
Mountain Bikers Acknowledge Image Problem
Seven in 10 rank a negative image of their sport as the number one threat to expanding trail access in their communities, an IMBA membership survey shows.
Raleigh Parent Partners With Beeline Bikes
Accell North America partnered with Beeline Bikes, the mobile bike shop operator, to enhance its direct sales operations.
Life Is Good Promotes Positivity During U.S. Election Season
Life is Good launched a new Positive State Collection and campaign to spread the power of optimism during the 50 days leading up to the presidential election.
Retail Sales Dip 0.3 Percent In August
The slide follows a strong June and a relatively flat July.
Eurobike Defection Echoes Interbike’s Challenges
On the eve of Interbike, Europe’s largest bicycle retail co-op announced it has withdrawn from Eurobike and and will open its dealer show to some non-members.
2016 SFIA Industry Leaders Summit Navigates Disruption
The sports and fitness industry must invest in youth, new manufacturing processes and a skilled labor force, leaders say.
Wolverine Pulls Trigger On Factory Expansion
Wolverine World Wide Inc.’s decision to expand a factory in Michigan signals optimism that Congress will expand the Berry Amendment to cover athletic shoes.
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Wolverine World Wide Completes Debt Refinancing
The resulting capital structure is expected to meaningfully benefit the company, with estimated interest savings of $30 million through 2020 and more flexibility as a result of more favorable terms for use of cash.
Sealskinz Hires National Accounts Manager Going Into Interbike
Brendan Collins, previously with bike and outdoor accessory manufacturer Seattle Sports Company, will join Sealskins at Interbike.
VF Corp. Eurobond Issue Fetches A3 Rating
Moody’s Investors Service assigned a provisional A3 rating to €850 million in unsecured notes VF Corp. wants to sell, citing a record of sustained organic growth.
RECALL: 4,100 Captiva Designs Bungee Chairs
Big 5 Sporting Goods Inc., based in El Sugundo, CA, recalled about 4,100 Captiva Designs bungee chairs because the chair rivets can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
RetailNext Forecasts 3.2 Percent Holiday Growth For Retail
RetailNext Inc. predicted a 3.2 percent year-over-year lift in sales at retail over the November through December holiday period, driven partly by a 14.9 percent increase in sales through digital channels.
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