Trips for Kids Welcomes First Government Run Chapters
Trips for Kids National had welcome its first local chapter organized and run by government entities in California. The new chapters were formed by the Desert Recreation District (DRD) in Indio and the Buellton Park and Recreation Department…
The Trail Head of Missoula Joins Grassroots Outdoor Alliance
The Trail Head in Missoula, MT has become the newest retail member of the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, a trade association focused on helping independent specialty retailers.
Jarden Outdoor Q3 Sales Rise 17 Percent
Jarden Corporation announced that net sales at its Outdoor Solutions segment, which sells everything from Coleman camping products and Volkl skis to Rawlings gear for ball sports, reached $707.3 million for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2011. That repr
A.T. Cross Optical Group Sales Up 19.6 Percent in Third Quarter
A.T. Cross Company said its Cross Optical Group (COG), which owns the Costa and Native Eyewear sunglass brands, generated sales of $18.0 million in the third quartered ended Oct. 1, up 19.6 percent increase compared to last year…
Flip Flop Shops to Use Facebook to Find Next Social
Flip Flop Shops plans to use Facebook fans to help determine the brand’s next global charity partner. Through Nov. 2011, Flip Flop Shops is asking fans, staff, and retail partners to vote for the nonprofit organization that they would like to see Fl
Rocky Brands Grows Q3 Profits 11 Percent on Declining Sales
Rocky Brands, Inc. reported better earnings on lower sales despite slipping margins in the third quarter as its military sales dropped, its wholesale sales flatlined and a licensing deal with Dickies expired…
Asics to Debut 2012 Ad Campaign at NYC Marathon
Asics, an official sponsor of the 2011 ING New York City Marathon, will debut the first part of its 2012 national advertising campaign during race week, starting Oct. 31. Featuring the brand's new mantra “Stop at Never,” the campaign will evoke the
Puma Names Dr. Susan Love Foundation as Project Pink Beneficiary
Puma announced that the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation was awarded a check for $103,500 raised by its 2011 Project Pink program…
Wal-Mart to Close New York Fashion Office
Wal-Mart Stores Inc is closing its New York fashion office and consolidating buying operations at its home base in Bentonville, AK, as it refocuses back on basic goods. Wal-Mart had made a well-publicized move to Broadway in the heart of Manhattan's
Unifi’s Revenues Slide 2 Percent in Q3
Unifi reported a steep drop in earnings in its third quarter. Demand for the company's domestically produced polyester and nylon products softened during the quarter as apparel companies delayed purchases ahead of the holiday selling season in order
Puma Posts Flat Q3 Earnings Growth Despite Strong Top-Line Gain
Puma saw third quarter sales growth moderate just a bit from its nine-month year-to-date pace but still posted a solid double-digit increase in revenues for the period on a currency-adjusted basis. Gross margins and net income remained flat to last year&
Black Powder Campaign Profiles Customers
Black Powder Customs, a snowboard brand focused on providing limited edition, and fully custom designed snowboards, has launched a new marketing effort dubbed “Uniquely You.” The marketing initiative will put Black Powder Customs' customers front and
Lorpen Adds Capacity, Makes Promotions to Accomodate Growth
Lorpen is increasing factory space in Mexico and its native Spain and has promoted four of its staff to accommodate growth…
Columbia Sportswear Profits up 29 Percent on Record Q3 Sales
Columbia Sportswear Company reported record net sales of $566.8 million for the quarter ended Sept. 30, a 12 percent increase compared with net sales of $504.0 million for the same period of 2010, including a benefit of 3 percentage points from changes in
Accell Group on the Prowl for North American Bike Brands
Dutch bike maker Accell Group has formed teams to scout acquisition candidates in North America and Southern Europe, according to a Dutch press report cited by the Bike Europe newsletter…
