ASTM Approves Standards for Trailer Cycles
A new voluntary ASTM International bicycle standard, developed to assist manufacturers in testing trailer cycles, intended to be pulled behind bicycles, has been approved by ASTM International…
Cabela’s Mobile App Named Finalist for MOBI Award
Cabela’s Inc. announced that Digiday, the authority on digital media, marketing and advertising, recently named Cabela's new mobile app as one of the finalists in the 2011 MOBI Awards in the Best E-Commerce/Retail category…
Sherbrook SBK Sport’s CFO Resigns
Sherbrook SBK Sport Corp. announced the resignation of Marc-Andre Watson as director and CFO of Sherbrook SBK Sports Corp. Sherbrook SBK Sports Corp. is seeking fulfill this open position in very near future…
Mike Edwards Becomes Chairman of Wicked Quick
Mike Edwards, former CEO of Lucy Activewear, has been named chairman of another Portland apparel brand, Wicked Quick Industries Inc…
Gander Mountain Introduces ‘Camo Thursday’ Online Promotion
Gander Mountain is launching its first-ever Camo Thursday, featuring online deals on Thanksgiving Day…
Mossy Oak Partners with Lethal Scent Elimination Products
After a successful partnership with Mossy Oak Productions, Lethal Scent Elimination Products has expanded its relationship with Mossy Oak by becoming an officially licensed partner…
NBDA: Internet Sales Tax Should Not Exempt Small Businesses
The National Bike Dealers Association urged its members to lobby on behalf of federal Internet sales tax legislation, but diverged from other retail trade groups is saying such legislation should not exempt small businesses…
Brown Shoe Closing Distribution Center
Brown Shoe Company, Inc., the parent of Famous Footwear, plans to close its Sun Prairie, WI, distribution center in 2012. The closing of the facility will be a phased process, which is expected to begin in January and conclude in April. During this time,
Maverik Lacrosse to Outfit Whittier College
The Whittier College men’s lacrosse team is the latest NCAA Division III program to sign a multi-year equipment deal with Maverik Lacrosse…
Black Diamond Expands Fritschi Distribution to Canada
Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. will become the primary distributor for Fritschi AG Swiss Bindings products in Canada, with full transfer of the distributorship expected by May 2012. As a result, Black Diamond Equipment will manage distribution of the alpin
Orange 21 Losses Triple on 33 Percent Sales Increase
Orange 21, Inc., maker of Spy branded sunglasses and goggles, reported net sales increased by $2.3 million, or 33 percent, to $9.2 million for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2011. Losses more than tripled as the company boosted marketing of the Spy bran
SmartWool Extends Partnership with USSA
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA), the national governing body for Olympic skiing and snowboarding, has extended its partnership with SmartWool, as its official sock provider. As a part of the partnership…
Accell Group Reiterates Guidance Despite Europe’s Bike Glut
Accell Group reiterated its forecast for higher sales and net profit in 2011, despite the uncertain economic outlook in much of Europe and continued discounting. Europe's largest bicycle company said profits from the sale of Derby Cycle stock would m
Crocs Accuses Walgreen Of Copying Shoe Designs
Crocs Inc. has sued Walgreen Co. with a patent suit Friday in Colorado federal court, according to law360.com. The lawsuit accuses the retailer of blatantly ripping off its distinctive footwear designs…
Tamara Mellon Leaves Jimmy Choo To Start Her Own Brand
Tamara Mellon, Jimmy Choo’s founder and Chief Creative Officer, and Joshua Shulman, the brand’s CEO, announced their joint resignation…
