Import Cargo Projected to Rise 11% in October
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to be up 11% in October over the same month last year and should continue to see strong year-over-year growth even as seasonal levels wind down through the remainder of 201
After Parent’s IPO Fila Looks For Comeback in the U.
With the completion of an initial public offering and the launch of a potential breakout item, Fila Body Toning System apparel, at Dick's Sporting Goods, Fila feels it’s back in growth mode in the U.S. Indeed, sales in the U.S. are expected to
Retail Sales Rose in Sept.
U.S. retail sales rose for a third consecutive month in September, posting a stronger-than-expected increase that should fend off fears of a double-dip recession but doesn't signal a strong recovery. Retail sales rose 0.6% in September, the Commerce
Fila Launching New Toning Apparel
With the completion of an initial public offering and the launch of a potential breakout item, Fila Body Toning System apparel, at Dick's Sporting Goods, Fila feels it’s back in growth mode in the U.S. Indeed, sales in the U.S. are expected to
Play It Again Parent Nearly Doubles Q3 Income
Winmark Corporation, owner of Play it Again Sports, posted net income of $2.69 million, or 51 cents per diluted share, for the fiscal third quarter ended Sept. 25, compared to net income of $1.78 million, or 33 cents per share diluted, in fiscal Q3 2009..
West Marine Sees Q3 Boost from Retail Store Sales
West Marine, Inc.'s net revenues rose by 2.6% to $172.6 million in its fiscal third quarter ended Oct. 2 compared to net revenues of $168.2 million in the year-ago period…
Dealer “Revolt” Forces Nielsen to Backpedal on Interbike Date Change
A revolt by many IBDs and some exhibitors forced Nielsen Expositions to reverse Tuesday its decision to move the Interbike trade show up seven weeks and relocate it from Las Vegas to Anaheim, CA…
RECALL: The Hive Carbon Brakes
The Hive, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has issued a voluntary recall
affecting approximately carbon road bicycle brakes…
ORA Announces 2011 Show Dates
The Outdoor Reps Association has announced that its annual summer trade show will take place July 19-21 at Monona Terrace in Madison, WI…
RECALL: Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and The Hive have announced a voluntary recall of about 500 Revl carbon bicycle brakes…
New Era Becomes Official Cap for the NFL
New Era Cap Co, Inc. announced it will be the official on-field cap for the National Football League (NFL). The five-year deal, approved by the league and its owners, adds to New Era's current licensing relationship with Major League Baseball, where
VF Licensed Sports Group to Extend NFL Partnership
VF Licensed Sports Group and the National Football League (NFL) have reached an agreement to extend apparel rights. The new contract, which starts in 2012, marks the 25th anniversary of the VF-NFL partnership, which began in 1987…
Ranger Boats Parent to Expand Arkansas Facility
Fishing Holdings, the parent company of Ranger Boats announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Flippin, AR. The company will invest $13 million to retool, transition and expand its facilities, which will create more than 115 new jobs…
Health Insurer Uses Meetup.com to Launch Fitness Groups
Outdoor brands looking for ways to grow participation, might want to take a cue from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. The health insurer is expanding a pilot program with Meetup.com to help local enthusiasts launch clubs across the state. The program he
Fire Dislodges 180s from New HQ
180s experienced fire damage last week in its new headquarters and will be operating from temporary offices until all repairs are completed within a few weeks. There were no injuries…
