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Lafuma to Bring Oxbow to U.S.; Sees Own U.S. Growth Strong…
Later this year, the Lafuma Group will be bringing the French surf brand Oxbow across the Atlantic to the U.S. market. Heading up the effort, Oxbow’s key sponsored athlete, Laird Hamilton will take a 12% stake in the U.S. subsidiary. The main office and d
World Kayak Organization Looks to Double Whitewater Participation in Five Years…
The newly formed World kayak Organization, backed by Jackson Kayaks, is looking to double whitewater kayaking participation in the next five years. The organization is doing this by creating a community hub at WorldKayak.com that focuses on news, recreati
OBITUARY: Bill Cramer
Charles William (Bill) Cramer, chairman of the board of Cramer Products, Inc., passed away June 4th at the age of 86. He served as president of Cramer from 1973 – 1976, and also served the company as vice president of international sales and executive vic
SGMA: Congress Continues PEP Support…
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded $44.5 million for 146 new PEP grants to schools and community-based organizations in 39 states, according to the SGMA. The balance of the PEP grant funds – roughly $28.5 million – is being distributed to existi
Luxottica Acquires Oakley in $2.1 Billion Deal…
In the second of two multi-billion dollar deals to hit the sporting goods industry this week (the first being the Finish Line-Genesco acquisition at $1.5 billion), the Luxottica Group will acquire Oakley for roughly $2.1 billion, or $29.30 per share. This
Early Softgoods Declines Plague Rest of NBA Season…
Though the NBA season finished with strong sales results, weakness early in the 2006/2007 season resulted in weak overall growth at retail when compared to the ‘05/’06 season. Overall sales of NBA licensed product grew in the low-singles, according to re
Industry Vendors See Q1 Profit Growth Lag Sales…
With the last of the first quarter reports now filed with the SEC, Sports Executive Weekly presents a wrap-up of industry public company results. SEW’s review shows healthy sales for the industry when looking at the overall market with sales increasing in
OIF Releases New Participation Study
Outdoor Industry Foundation (OIF) released a new report – The Next Generation of Outdoor Participants Report — 2007. This new OIF report provides insight into changing participation trends in outdoor recreation and highlights the activities of the next g
Shareholder: Everlast buyout bid too low
An investment firm with a 2.3 percent stake in Everlast Worldwide Inc. said Monday it will vote against last week's $146 million buyout offer for the boxing equipment maker because it believes the price is too low…
Mazer Appointed Demo Marketing Chief
Alain Mazer, who was most recently vice president and director of global marketing at Hot Tuna (International), has joined Pacific Sunwear of California as marketing director of the Demo stores division…
WYNIT Announces Second Annual Outdoor Show Photo Contest
WYNIT, Inc., the distributor of consumer electronics for the outdoor enthusiast, and Olympus Imaging America Inc., announced details for the second annual OR Summer Show Photo Contest, “Spirit of the Great Outdoors.” WYNIT and Olympus are sponsoring the c
prAna Launches New Merchandising Contest
prAna is launching a new merchandising program to encourage retailers to design and build prAna-themed environments in their stores. This focus on merchandising is intended to maximize sales on the retail level, highlight best merchandising practices and
Hibbet Sports President Priddy Resigns
Hibbett Sports, Inc. President Brian N. Priddy has resigned to pursue other interests. Priddy's duties will be distributed among the company's senior management…
Vaude to Launch New Footwear Line
Vaude will be launching a new footwear line that will be backed by a specially devised custom-fitting shoe design. The company has brought together a new team that been working on the line for two years. VAUDE product manager Marco Lachner and his orthopa
Freestyle Brings Marketing Team In-House
Freestyle has launched a broad initiative to restructure its business bringing all sales, sales support, marketing and graphic design in-house to its Newport Beach headquarters. The company also expands its print and online advertising efforts, and secure
