SGMA: U.S. Sporting Goods Imports Continue Growth
The dollar value of sporting goods imported into the U.S. increased by 7.5% to $10.43 billion in 2004 compared with $9.7 billion for 2003. It's the third consecutive year of increased value of sports goods. This is the main finding of SGMA Intern
Urban Outfitters Q4 Earnings Jump 72% to $31.7 Million
Urban Outfitters, Inc. announced record earnings of $31.7 million for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2005, a 72% increase over the comparable quarter last year. Fourth quarter diluted earnings per share rose to 38 cents this year versus 22 cents in
TSA Bests Q4 Estimates, But 2005 Guidance Disappoints
The Sports Authority, Inc. reported that net income for the fourth quarter ended January 29 was $25.6 million, or 97 cents per diluted share, compared with net income of $14.6 million, or 55 cents per diluted share. Total sales were $713.8 million compar
First ’24 Hours of Climbing’ Event Launched in Washington; Proceeds Benefit Thai Tsunami Victims
To benefit Thailand rock climbing communities impacted by the recent tsunami, the first-ever 24 Hours of Climbing fundraiser is set for April 22-23, 2005. The 24 hour event will involve two or four-member teams of friends,
colleagues and families raising
Shimano Taps SHIFT Communications for PR Campaign
SHIFT Communications has signed Shimano Inc. to its client roster. SHIFT will support Shimano in educating the American public about how bicycling is part of the solution to many of our nation's worst problems such as traffic congestion, pollution an
Tubbs ‘Romp to Stomp’ Event Raises over $40,000
On Saturday, March 5, Tubbs Snowshoes and the Denver Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation held their second annual 'Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer' Snowshoe Series at the Frisco Nordic Center. The event raised over $40,000 f
etnies Girl Announces Sponsorship of SG Queen of the Mountain
etnies Girl will be supporting the third annual SG Queen of the Mountain all-female pro/am snowboarding contest at Mountain High Resort on Saturday, March 12, 2005. The company has come together in support of the contest that benefits Boarding for Breast
Timberland Stock Splits 2-for-1
The Timberland Company's Board of Directors approved a 2-for-1 split of its Class A and Class B Common Stock. The additional shares will be distributed on May 2, 2005, to shareholders of record on April 14, 2005. In addition, the Board of Directors a
Cutter and Buck Appoints CEO as Director
Cutter & Buck Inc. announced the appointment of John T. Wyatt, the company's President and CEO, to the company's Board of Directors. Wyatt will join the Board immediately. As previously announced, Wyatt began his career as a specialty account sa
Quality Assurance Manager — Smartwool
Smartwool Corporation is seeking an Quality Assurance Manager to work out of corporate headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO. The right candidate will have 5+ years experience with domestic and international product manufacturing, and Quality Assu
Clothing / Footwear Buyer — NBS
Nation’s Best Sports, Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a buyer for hunting / outdoor apparel and hunting / outdoor footwear. A thorough knowledge and understanding of the categories is a must…
Saucony Posts Net Loss with 3% Q4 Sales Gain
Saucony announced a net loss of $316,000 in the fourth quarter of 2004, compared to net income of $1.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2003. Diluted loss per share was (5 cents) per Class A share and (5 cents) per Class B share. Net sales for the fourth
Warnaco Swings to Q4 Profit on Balanced Slaes Strength
The Warnaco Group, Inc., parent of the Speedo and Ocean Pacific brands, reported that net revenues for the fourth quarter ended January 1, 2005 were up 10.8% to $374.4 million from $338.0 million in the prior year period. Swimwear Group revenues were up
Costco Posts 7% Increase in Same-Store Results for February on a 9% Raise in Sales
Costco Wholesale Corporation announced its operating results for the second quarter (12 weeks) and first half (24 weeks) of fiscal 2005, both ended February 13, 2005.
Net sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2005 increased 10% to $12.41 billion from $1
Sean Leslie Joins Base Camp Communications
Base Camp Communications adventure sports and travel PR firm announced that journalist and outdoorsman Sean Leslie has joined the Base Camp team. For Base Camp, Leslie is an enthusiastic and experienced team member looking forward to sharing the load of
