NavElite to Use HZO Film to Waterproof Compasses
NavELite, the only global provider of the patented backlit magnetic compasses, has signed an agreement with HZO, Inc., a provider of a patented, award winning WaterBlock technology used to protect electronics from damage due to moisture, water and small d
Repreve Named First-Time Recycling Sponsor of X Games Aspen
Unifi, Inc. makers of the Repreve brand of fibers, announces that Repreve will be a first-time sponsor of X Games Aspen, which will take place Jan. 24 to 27, 2013…
Outsiders Ball Scheduled for Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2013
Outdoor industry leaders are joining with The Outdoor Foundation to spearhead an unprecedented fundraising event to on eve of Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2013. The Outsiders Ball will rally the industry around a single cause –fighting the growing divid
Deuter USA Expands Travel and Daypack Categories for 2013
Deuter USA announces the expansion of their travel luggage program at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013. New models include four rolling duffels and a completely new daypack line with eight new styles and two new kids daypacks…
Bakers Footwear to Liquidate
After failing to find a buyer, Bakers Footwear Group will begin liquidating its remaining 56 stores in the next few days. The liquidation received approval Wednesday by a bankruptcy judge…
Report: Tony Parker Exiting Nike for Peak Sports
Tony Parker has left Nike to sign with the Chinese Sportswear company Peak Sports, according to counterkicks.com. The San Antonio Spurs guard reportedly signed a a 3-year, $1.2 million endorsement deal.
NSGA Announces Speaker List for Annual Conference
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) said more than 35 speakers will be presenting at its annual conference being held in early May. Speakers include Glenn Lyon, chairman and CEO of The Finish Line, Kevin Davis, president & CEO, Bauer Hockey; an
Li and Fung’s Profits Slide on Weakening U.S. Business
Li & Fung, the world’s largest supplier of apparel and toys to retailers, said operating income slumped 40 percent in 2012 as margins and orders weakened in its U.S. business…
Tilly’s and PacSun Trim Q4 Guidance
Both Tilly’s and Pacific Sunwear of California slightly lowered their Q4 guidance following a more promotional-than-planned holiday season…
Models to Strut Stuff at OR Winter Market Fashion Show
Refusing to sacrifice fashion for function, the upcoming Outdoor Retailer “Close to Nature” Fashion Show will give attending vendors, buyers and media a sampling of the outdoor apparel, textile and accessory trends for 2013/2014 during Winter Market 2013,
New Midwest Bike Racing Series Lands Sponsorship
The Midwest Omnium Race Series, called The 2013 Flyover Championship Series, has acquired a major sponsorship from Legacy Electronics, Inc. The 2013 Flyover Championship will bring together 5 separate cycling events in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South
Patagonia to Use Polygiene in Fall 2013 Base Layers
Polygiene, the Swedish provider of odor control and freshness technologies, is expanding its partnership with Patagonia Inc. Polygiene’s silver-salt application is derived from recycled content (silver mostly from recycled electronics) and can reduc
Adidas Outdoor Adds to Roster of Young Climbers
Adidas Outdoor announced three-time American Bouldering Series Youth National Champion Ashima Shiraishi, age 11, is the newest member of its team of sponsored athletes. At four feet, five inches tall and 63 pounds, the sixth grader’s achievements ha
The North Face Signs Ultra-Runner
The North Face announced ultra-runner Timothy Olson, 29, of Ashland, OR has joined its global athlete team…
Stanley to Toast 100th Anniversary at OR Winter Market
Stanley will celebrate its 100th anniversary at the 2013 Winter Market Outdoor Retailer show by inviting attendees to meet at and around the Stanley booth (21001) for a whiskey toast at 4:15 pm Jan. 24. A shot of…
