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SFIA Football Council Announces Leaders
The SFIA Football Council, a committee of the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), announced the selection of David Hill of Rawlings as chairperson of the council for 2014 and 2015. Chuck Huggins of Xenith was selected as vice chairperson for the
Backcountry.com Launches Adventure Travel Site
Backcountry.com launched an outdoor adventure marketplace Wednesday to connect customers with professional outdoor guides. Detour by Backcountry.com enables users to find and hire local, professional guides across the United States for skiing, climbing, m
Eddie Bauer Left at the Altar, Albeit $48 Million Richer
Eddie Bauer was left at the altar – albeit $48 million richer – Tuesday when it’s would-be buyer Jos. A Bank Clothiers agreed to be acquired by rival retailer The Men's Wearhouse (MW) and Jos. A. Bank Clothiers (JOSB)…
Electric Names Global Lifestyle and Surf Marketing Manager
Electric announced that Ian Foulke has joined the company as global lifestyle & surf marketing manager…
Surf Expo Hires New Addition to Sales Team
Surf Expo announces the return of industry veteran Nikki Houston Duroe to the sales team. Houston Duroe will oversee the sales of Surf Expo’s Swim, Lifestyle, Boutique and Footwear categories…
Wallenfels Resigns as CEO of Timbuk2
Mike Wallenfels resigned as CEO of Timbuk2, but will continue to work with Timbuk2’s board of directors and senior management team through the end of March…
Vermont Resorts Report Record Breaking February Visitation
Blessed with abundant snowfall and a strong base due to their snowmaking capacity, Vermont ski and snowboard resorts enjoyed a record breaking February holiday period, according to Ski Vermont…
Adidas Expects Emerging Market Currencies to Impact 2014 Results
Adidas AG reported a narrower net loss in its fourth quarter, benefiting from sharply lower goodwill impairment charges, as well as higher net sales. Currency-neutral sales rose 12 percent in the period but only 3 percent on a recorded basis. Adidas also
Report: Under Armour to Open Store in Georgetown
Under Armour plans to open a a store in Georgetown, according to a report in the Washington Business Journal. The Brand House outpost is expected to open at the corner of M Street and Wisconsin Avenue…
Black Diamond CEO Says Gregory Sale Could Lift CAGR Above 20 Percent
Black Diamond Inc. could raise its compound annual growth rate (CAGR) above 20 percent by selling Gregory Mountain Products and using the proceeds to accelerate development of direct-to-consumer sales and product development at Black Diamond and POC, CEO
Groupe GO Sport Says 2013 Sales Decline Belies Success of Courir Footwear Chain
France’s Groupe GO Sport reported fourth quarter sales declined 1.6 percent to €159.6 million ($217mm), or 1.7 percent in currency-neutral (c-n) terms, as declines at its flagship GO Sport operation in France more than offset growth at Courir,
Oakley’s Says New Marketing Campaign Will Emphasize Disruptive Design
In a glitzy Hollywood media event, Oakley unveiled its “Distruption by Design” marketing campaign, which seeks to draw attention to the company's plans to to use digital eyewear and customization to enhance vision…
Bogs Sales Jump 22 Percent in Q4
Weyco Group, Inc. said North American wholesale sales of its Bogs outdoor footwear brand rose 22 percent in the fourth quarter. The boot brand benefited from the “harsh winter weather across significant parts of the U.S.,” said Thomas W. Flors
OIA Commends Washington Governor for Creating Big Tent Outdoor Coalition
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) commended Governor Jay Inslee for creating a task force to support outdoor recreation in Washington state…
BloodSport Arrows Partners with Steve Kaufman and Associates
BloodSport Arrows has signed with Steve Kaufman & Associates (SKA) for the Central Region of the United States…
