Muck Boots Introduces Cool Series Collection with Proprietary Technology
Exclusive evaporative cooling liner designed to keep feet at comfortable temperature in all weather conditions.
SGMA is Now SFIA
On Oct. 5, the SGMA membership formally changed its bylaws to officially change the name of the association to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). The new SFIA will focus on executing its refined mission statement, core services and communic
Oregon Universities to Research e-Bike Usage in Portland
A consortium of Oregon universities will launch a research project next month of people’s perceptions and attitudes of e-bikes in the Portland Metro region to determine if there are ways to encourage new electric bike users…
Haddad Brands to Open Rookie USA Store
The next generation of sports stars is set to walk the red carpet at a kids’ fashion show on Friday, Oct. 12, to mark the opening of Rookie USA, New York City’s first premium high-end, “kids-only” retailer from Haddad Brands. The f
Outdoor Brands Sponsor iNeverSolo.com
A group of outdoor brands are sponsoring iNeverSolo.com, a website that enbables outdoor adventurers to create a plan for your outdoor activity so that, if you don’t make it back when you said you would, an email and text alert goes out to the peopl
New Research Shows Hispanics Are Avid Campers
Hispanics camped more often and bought more camping gear in 2011 than non-Hispanics, according to a new study released Tuesday by The Outdoor Foundation and sponsored by The Coleman Company, Inc. and KOA Campgrounds. The report marks the first time that c
Pacific Sunwear Appoints SVP, Men’s Merchandising and Design
Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. promoted Alfred Chang to senior vice president, men’s merchandising and design. Chang was previously VP, men’s merchandising and design. He will continue to be responsible for managing all aspects of merchan
Sports Source Asia Returns for Sixth Year
Sports Source Asia, the international sourcing fair for sports equipment and sports apparel, will be returning for its sixth year at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong from Oct. 28 to 30. In 2011, more than 6,200 buyers attended the fair, with over half were fro
Schwinn Launches Helmet Safety Campaign
Schwinn launched Helmets on Heads, a comprehensive national education campaign committed to educating one million kids about bike helmet safety by 2023…
Franklin Retail Systems Names Vice President
Franklin Retail Solutions named Glenn Walls vice president of business development. Walls, who will be based out of the greater New York area, is responsible for managing strategic partnerships and developing new accounts…
Billabong Elects New Chairman
Billabong International Limited appointed Dr. Ian Pollard as director and chairman elect of its board of directors. Pollard is an actuary, Rhodes Scholar and a fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He has held a wide range of senior bus
Puma Introduces Biodegradable and Recyclable Products
Puma will be launching a collection of shoes, apparel and accessories that are either biodegradable or recyclable when consumers return them to Puma’s Bring Me Back Program at the end of their lifecycles. With the Puma InCycle collection, coming int
Orvis to Open Store in Cincinnati
Orvis is opening a location in Kenwood, Ohio. The store is celebrating its grand opening Oct. 12-14…
Cam Newton Introduces New Belk Apparel Line
Charlotte-based Belk, Inc. has partnered with NFL quarterback Cam Newton to launch an exclusive line of men's apparel. This exclusive collection, MADE Cam Newton, will offer fashion-forward, versatile, professional apparel options for men, and in fal
Pro Football Stars Pierre Garcon and Mark Ingram Partner with Russell Brands LLC
Russell Athletic, a division of Russell Brands, LLC, announced new partnerships with Washington wide receiver Pierre Garcon and New Orleans running back Mark Ingram. Both star professional football players will serve as Russell ambassadors…
