The gains were driven by strong growth rates in all three of its primary boat categories, and the outboard engine and fitness businesses.
Category: Sports/Fitness
Camping World To Acquire TheHouse.com
Camping World Holdings Inc. agreed to purchase TheHouse.com, an online retailer specializing in bikes, sailboards, skateboards, wakeboards, snowboards and outdoor gear.
Nike Extends Contract With UConn
The University of Connecticut and its Division of Athletics has extended its exclusive sponsorship agreement with Nike through the 2022-23 academic year.
Puma Rides Women’s Momentum To Robust Q2
On a press conference call, Bjørn Gulden, Puma’s CEO, particularly credited Puma’s success in reestablishing traction in the footwear category and ongoing momentum in women’s. He said, “We still have a lot improve and I don’t celebrate this as a huge success but it’s another step in the right direction.”
Motiv Running Debuts Running Events and Media Platform
Motiv Running has launched a new running and fitness focused media platform that aims to provide runners of all levels with connection, information and inspiration to be fit and live a healthy, active lifestyle.
Shimano Lowers Full-Year Guidance On Subpar First Half
Blaming weak economies in many regions of the world, Shimano Inc. reported earnings and sales declined in the first half and lowered its earnings guidance for the full year.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Kicks Off
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market kicked off yesterday bright and early with the 7 a.m. OIA Industry Breakfast, featuring former Interior Secretary Sally Jewell speaking on the theme of “Together We are a Force for Public Lands.” So it’s fitting that yesterday, OR attendees got outside to enjoy those lands at a variety of pre-show experiences.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market: What You Missed At Demo Day
SGB was there yesterday at the Outdoor Retailer Demo Day and selected some of the more notable and new items from the Paddlesports category that will play a major role in future seasons. Writer: Travis Poulin Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Waterman iSUP BK Pro 9’10 is suited best for the lighter rider. The BK Pro line was designed by Brian […]
Fleet Feet To Open Store In Fort Myers, FL
Fleet Feet Sports announced the opening of a new Fleet Feet Sports location in Fort Myers, FL.
Puma’s Q2 Sales Vault 16 Percent
Puma reported sales in the second quarter jumped 16 percent on a currency-neutral basis, boosted by double-digit growth in all regions and in both footwear and apparel.
Shimano’s Sales Slide In First Half
Operating earnings declined 9.8 percent while sales dipped 2.0 percent.
Study Finds CTE In 99 Percent Of Former NFL Players Studied
The study, from researchers at Boston University, found CTE in 99 percent of brains obtained from National Football League (NFL) players, as well at 91 percent of college football players and 21 percent of high school football players.
NormaTec Partners With Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox have upgraded their sports performance space at Fenway Park to include a Recovery Room Powered by NormaTec.
Fanatics Partners With Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs announced a new long-term partnership with Fanatics to update and expand the team’s e-commerce platform.
Luxottica Sees North America Return To Growth In Q2
On a conference call with analysts, Stefano Grassi, CFO, said the wholesale gains were driven by sales to independent opticians and key accounts that more than offset the weakness of the department store and sports channels.
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