Outdoor Nation Awards Grants to 13 Paddlesports Programs
Outdoor Nation named winners of The Paddle Nation Project, an initiative that aims to connect young Americans with their waterways through recreational paddling. The 13 winners were selected by the Outdoor Industry Association Paddle Advisory Council from
Outdoor Retailer Introduces New Marketing Team
Outdoor Retailer officially announced members of its new marketing team, which it hired just before its winter show in January. Member of the team, seen here posing with Man vs. Wild star Bear Grllys, are…
Cordura Names Asia Pacific Marketing Specialist
Invista’s Cordura brand team named Sophia Ou as Asia Pacific (AP) Cordura brand senior marketing specialist, where she will be responsible for execution of marketing efforts designed to increase trade and consumer awareness for the Cordura brand in
MyAdventures.com Relaunches Networking Site
MyAdventures.com, an online resource for adventurers, outdoor enthusiasts and cultural explorers, has re-launched with a completely re-designed site as an adventure experience network…
Mammut Names New Rep to Manage Northeast
Mammut has appointed veteran outdoor brand representative Tim Augustinowicz to manage its Northeast territory…
Norco’s Virtual Inventory Portal Goes Live
Canadian bike manufacturer Norco Products Ltd. has launched Norco Sync, an e-commerce portal developed with SmartEtailing that enables consumers to view and purchase inventory at Norco’s Vancouver and Toronto warehouses through their local IBDs'
Hibbett Sports Q4 Net Rises on 7 Percent Comp Gain
Hibbett Sports, Inc. reported earnings rose 27.0 percent in the fourth quarter ended Jan. 28, to $15.8 million, or 59 cents a share, from $12.5 million, or 44 cents, in the 2010 fourth quarter. Revenues increased 10.1 percent to $190.7 million compared wi
Smith and Wesson Q3 Sales Surge 23.8 Percent
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation reported that net sales from continuing operations reached $98.1 million in the third quarter ended Jan. 31, up 23.8 percent from a year earlier, thanks to strong sales of M&P handguns, M&P sporting rifles, and all Smith
Bicycles Drive Profits at Dorel Industries in 2011
The success of Cannondale’s latest innovations helped propel Cycling Sports Group (CSG) to 25 percent sales growth in 2011, despite a decline in fourth quarter sales caused largely by the decision to ship new models a quarter earlier than last year,
Taiwan’s President Announces Major Expansion of Bike Trails at Taipei Cycle Trade Show
In its first two days, the Taipei Cycle trade show in Taiwan attracted a record 5,627 international visitors, up 13.6 percent from last year, according to the Taiwan External Trade Development Council, or TAITRA. Among those in attendance were the preside
Dorel’s Cycling Sales Dip in Q4 on Shift in New Model Shipments
Sales of Cannondale, GT, Schwinn and other bicycles sold by Dorel Industries Recreational/Leisure Segment declined by $3.5 million, or 1.7 percent in the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2011. The decline, however, was due largely to a shift in the timing of
Zumiez’s Q4 Profits Climb 25 Percent
Zumiez Inc. reported net income in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011 increased 24.9 percent to $18.7 million, or 60 cents per share, from $15.0 million, or 49 cents, in the fourth quarter of the prior fiscal year. Total sales increased 17.7 percent to $18
DSW Adds Two More Manhattan Stores
DSW Inc. announced the opening of its newest store on 34th Street in Manhattan. The store is located in the heart of New York's fashion district. DSW also announced plans to open a store on the Upper West Side at 79th and Broadway in early summer 201
Orthofeet Announces New Executive Hires in Manufacturing and Pedorthic Education
Orthofeet, a manufacturer of biomechanically designed footwear, today announced two additions to their executive team. Mike DiSotto is joining as VP, manufacturing, and Dennis Janisse, C.Ped., is director of scientific affairs…
Brown Shoe Sinks Into Red in Fourth Quarter
Brown Shoe Co., the parent of Famous Footwear, reported a loss of $8.2 million, or 21 cents a share, in the fourth quarter against earnings of $3.4 million, or 4 cents, a year ago. On an adjusted basis, net earnings were $4.1 million, or 10 cents per shar
