Florida and Kansas Opt Out of Recreational Trails Program
The International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) confirmed last week that Florida and Kansas opted out of the Recreational Trails Program under the new federal transportation bill passed by Congress, while 33 other states will continue to participate.
Osprey Packs Hires New DC Manager
Osprey Packs, Inc. hired Larry Bratton as distribution center manager, where he will work on integrating and optimizing warehouse logistics and operations…
Nation’s Best Sports Adds VP Merchandising
Nation’s Best Sports (NBS) added Dave Nacke to its merchandising team in the role of vice president, merchandising. Nacke brings more than 30 years of experience in the outdoor/ski/athletic industries, notably with brands such as Adidas, Merrell, C
Honey Stinger Hires National Sales Manager
Honey Stinger hired Jennifer Shea as its national sales manager. In addition, current sales team member Christian Boeri has been named key account representative for the grocery category. Both Shea and Boeri start immediately…
EMS Launches First Loyalty Program
Eastern Mountain Sports, Inc. launched Sept. 1 its first customer rewards program in company history via Smart Button. Members' will received rewards certificates every March and September that can be redeemed over the next six months at any EMS stor
Elliptigo Hires Clementson to Direct Global Sales
ElliptiGo named D’Andrea Clementson as international sales director. She will direct the San Diego company’s continuing international expansion, developing relationships with key global distributors, and for optimizing current partnerships.
NBS Appoints VP, Merchandising
Nation’s Best Sports (NBS) welcomed Dave Nacke to its merchandising team in the role of vice president, merchandising…
Virginia Ski Resort to Double Snowmaking Capacity
A company that partnered to acquire Virginia’s Wintergreen Resort in May said it is investing $6 million to double the resort’s snowmaking capacity for the upcoming ski season as part of a $12 million capital plan for the 11,000-acre, four-sea
Woolrich Promotes Fitch, Hires Scheinfeld
Woolrich has promoted Donna Fitch to vice president of merchandising and hired Karuna Scheinfeld as vice president of design…
Olympics May Have Depressed Retail Sales in UK
The Olympics may have depressed, rather than lifted retail sales in the United Kingdom last month, according to a report by the region’s largest retail organization. August same-store sales were down by 0.4 percent from August 2011, when they were d
Gander Mountain Expanding Athletic Footwear Coverage
Gander Mountain is expanding its footwear offerings by adding more than 20 performance brands, including Adidas, Asics, Brooks, New Balance, Oakley, Saucony and Under Armour, according to a report in The New York Times. The expansion will double, to 120 f
Ugg Launches Men’s Campaign Starring Tom Brady
Ugg Australia, a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation, announced the launch of a new integrated Ugg for Men campaign for the Fall 2012 season featuring quarterback Tom Brady. Premiering on September 4, 2012, the new integrated campaign will include TV,
Spy Inc. to Fire 20 to Reduce Operating Costs
Spy Inc. will lay off 20 employees, including its EVP of sales and operation, and convert back to a distributor model in Europe in an effort to reduce its revenue breakeven point by the end of the fourth quarter…
RECALL: 3,800 Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags
Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Shelburne, Vt. and its Canadian distributor reissued a more detailed recall of the Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags, citing a leak in the airbag's cartridge that can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death a
RECALL: 67 Shimano PRO VIBE Carbon Bike Handlebars
Shimano American Corporation of Irvine, CA is recalling about 67 PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars because they can break during riding and pose a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported…
