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Asics and Brooks Recognized at Runner’s World Conference
Asics Gel-Kayano 15 earned the International Editor’s Choice award for best shoe of 2009 from Runner's World magazine. Brooks Ghost 2 received Runner’s World’s International Best Update, given to a shoe that demonstrates standout im
Timberland’s Q3 Earnings Climb 23.1%
The Timberland Co. reported revenues in the third quarter were relatively flat at $421.8 million compared to the prior year but was up 1.7% on a constant dollar basis, reflecting strong growth in the boots business in Europe and SmartWool brand offset by
Danner Upgrades Website
Danner, which is owned by LaCrosse Footwear, said it recently launched a new website (www.danner.com) which provides improved customer service and enhances the consumers experience with the brand…
Weik Joins RGS Wildlife Biologists
The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) announces the hiring of Andrew P. Weik as its New England Regional Wildlife Biologist. Scheduled to start in January 2010, Weik will be responsible for implementing RGS' on-the-ground forest management and landowner an
Winter Trails Celebrates 15 Years in 2010
Winter Trails celebrates its 15th year on January 9, 2010 at locations throughout the U.S. Organizers have made registration easy with an online service, at WinterTrails.org, that allows participants to sign up for their preferred location before arriving
Firearms Industry and ATF Campaign To Prevent Illegal Firearm Purchases Making Impact
Over the past year, the Don’t Lie for the Other Guy program — jointly developed by ATF and the National Shooting Sports Foundation — has been rolled out in several areas along the southwest border of the United States, according to a release by the
Jarden Corp. Sees Q3 Sales Fall on Foreign Exchange Rates; Weak Retail
Jarden Corporation said net sales for the three months ended Sept. 30 decreased to $1.4 billion compared to $1.5 billion for the same period in the previous year. Approximately $44 million of the $104 million decrease in net sales was due to foreign exch
Michael Crooke Exits prAna, Co-Founder Beaver Theodosakis Reassumes Control
Michael Crooke and prana parted ways as CEO of prAna Living, LLC. Co-founder Beaver Theodosakis will reassume the position of CEO but expects to announce a search for a new CEO sometime in 2010. Scott Kerslake, the founder of Athleta who was brought in by
Manduka Launches Exclusive Line for Lululemon
Manduka LLC announced the debut of an exclusive line of co-branded high function yoga gear products, in partnership with lululemon athletica. The premium line includes yoga mats, towels and bolsters…
The North Face Forms Middle East Partnership
Sun & Sand Sports L.L.C, a division of the Gulf Marketing Group, announced the impending launch of a new retail partnership in the Middle East with The North Face…
Segabo Names VP and General Manager
Sebago, a division of Wolverine World Wide, said Gary Malamet, the former president of Lacoste Footwear, joined the company as VP and general manager. Malamet, who resigned from Lacoste in July, had been responsible for overseeing operations in the U.S.
Gregg Hammann Appointed Power Plate’s CEO
Gregg Hammann, the former CEO of Nautilus, has been appointed global chief executive officer of Power Plate International (PPI)…
Native Eyewear Parent’s Q3 Revenues Decline
A.T. Cross Co., the parent of Native Eyewear, reported net income fell in the third quarter ended October 3, to $926,000, or 6 cents a share, from $1.76 million, or 12 cents a share. Consolidated net sales for the third quarter declined 12.4% to $34.1 mil
Bass Pro Lays Off Design Staff Members
Bass Pro Shops laid off members of its new store design staff in its headquarters in Springfield, Mo. over the weekend, a spokesman for the company told The Augusta Chronicle…
Compass Shoe Trade Show Moves to NYC
BPMW said it has decided to move its Compass men's footwear trade show to New York City for next season. Compass had been held in Vegas at the same time as the WSA trade show…
