Ecco’s Sales Climb 16 Percent in 2011
Ecco reported its net revenue jumped in 2011 to DKK7.1 billion
($1.6 billion) from DKK6.1 billion (U.S. $1.1 billion), an increase of 16 percent…
Robert Nardelli Steps Down as Freedom Group’s CEO
Freedom Group, Inc., the parent of Remington, announced that Robert L. Nardelli has stepped down from his position as CEO of Freedom Group, effective immediately. George Kollitides, a member of FGI's Board of Directors and formerly a Cerberus Capital
Nike Signs Andrew Luck to Endorsement Deal
Nike announced the signing of football standout Andrew Luck to its roster of athletes. The former Stanford quarterback is expected to be picked first overall by the Indianapolis Colts at the April 27 NFL draft…
NSSF Lauds Senate Vote to Improve Land Access for Sportsmen
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is applauding last week's bipartisan approval by the Senate of an amendment that will expand funding for conservation and improve access to public lands for sportsmen and women…
Nautilus Posts Strong Q4 Results on Increased Net Sales
Nautilus, Inc. reported net sales for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2011 totaled $60.0 million, an increase of 11.7 percent as compared to net sales of $53.7 million for the same quarter in 2010. For the full year ended December 31, 2011, net sales in
CSG to Distribute Cannondale, GT Direct in China
Cycling Sports Group (CSG) is establishing an operation in China to sell Cannondale and GT brands directly in the market beginning in July 2012…
Isis for Women Appoints National Sales Manager
Isis for Women has hired outdoor industry sales veteran Don Maneth to the national sales manager position. He spent three years as national sales manager for outdoor and key accounts with Ocean Minded, five years as regional sales and marketing manager wi
February Retail Sales Increase 8.6 Percent Over Last Year
According to the National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade association, February retail industry sales increased 0.5 percent seasonally adjusted from January, and 8.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year. The NRF said February marked
PacSun Q4 Losses Widen, Comps Flat
Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. reported sales from continuing operations for the fourth quarter slid 1.4 percent to $234.2 million on flat same-store sales. On a GAAP basis, the company reported a net loss of $38.1 million, or 56 cents per share, in
Body Glove to Introduce Minimalist Watersport Shoe
Body Glove Footwear is launching the 3T Barefoot, a line of minimalist technology footwear. This breakthrough technology is based on extensively researched neuroscience, which has determined that the three smallest toes on each foot cannot articulate move
Brownie’s Marine Buys Boca Raton Dive Shop
Brownie's Marine Group, Inc. , a developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized dive and safety products, has purchased substantially all of assets, and assumed the lease of the former Boca Dive Center located at 176 Glades Road in Boca Raton
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…
