Tapei City Lands 2016 Velo-city Global Conference
The European Cyclists Federation (ECF) has chosen Taipei City to host its Velo-city Global Conference for 2016, which is expected to draw more than 1,000 of the world's leading transport planners, economists, health experts, cycling advocates, cycle
Imports of Camping Products up Through October
Imports of camping apparel and gear were running 4.79 percent ahead of last year for the first ten months of 2013, outpacing growth in overall consumer goods imports, according to data released this week by the U.S. Census…
Junior Business Helps Zumiez Post Comp Store Growth in Third Quarter
Zumiez Inc. reported comparable store sales increased 1.5 percent in the third quarter ended Nov. 2, on top of 3.7 percent comparable store growth in the third quarter of 2012 with help from an ascendant juniors business, stronger skate hardgoods sales in
Gibbons Slacklines USA Names VP of Sales
Gibbon Slacklines USA has hired Derick Cole as the new vice president of sales. Cole is leading the sales efforts in all channels including retail, event sponsorship, park design and installation…
Liberty Ammunition Increases Planned Production
In light of recent ammunition demand, the last lead smelter closing, state regulations on lead ammunition tightening, Liberty Ammunition ramps up production…
Marine Electronics, Jetboil Fuel Johnson Outdoor Fiscal 2013 Growth
Sales from Johnson Outdoors Inc.’s Marine Electronics segment and recently acquired Jetboil brand more than offset declines its Watercraft and Diving segments and lower military sales at its Outdoor Gear segment in the fiscal year ended Sept. 27…
Sports Afield Announces New Outdoor Apparel Line
Sports Afield announces the launch of a new line of Sports Afield-branded outdoor apparel designed and manufactured by Washington-based Guide's Choice Outdoor Sportswear…
The Clarks Group Appoints New Chairman
The Clarks Group appointed Thomas O’Neill to the role of company chairman…
PGA Tour Superstore Launches 18th Location in Irvine, CA
PGA TOUR Superstore will celebrate the grand opening of its first retail store in Irvine, CA, and its 18th store in the U.S. The 50,000 square foot store…
Storm Delivers Just in Time for Opening of Colorado Ski Season
A major snowstorm has blanketed Colorado ski resorts with fresh powder just in time for opening day at many resorts, according to Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA)…
Backcountry Enters European Market with Acquisition of Bergefreunde.de
Backcountry entered the European outdoor market by acquiring Bergfreunde.de, which it described as the leading e-commerce company for outdoor enthusiasts in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland…
Golf Rounds Pick Up in October
According to Golf DataTech, golf rounds played during October were up 3.7 percent compared to October 2012. YTD rounds played are down 4.4 percent…
Pacific Vector Says Unforseen Issues, Difficult Retail Market Hinder Q3 Performance
Pacific Vector Holdings Inc., which recently acquired three brands from Ron Dyrdeck’s DNA Distribution, reported Black Friday sales at its action sports retail business declined 3 percent from the prior year, but said that was better than the 13 per
Sports Afield Announces New Outdoor Apparel Line
Sports Afield announces the launch of a new line of Sports Afield-branded outdoor apparel designed and manufactured by Washington-based Guide's Choice Outdoor Sportswear…
NRF Welcomes House Passage of the Innovation Act
The National Retail Federation issued a statement praising the Congress' support of the Passage of the Innovation Act, supporting patent litigation reform…
