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U.S. House Passes Miscellaneous Tariff Bill

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill last week, restoring duty relief for a cornucopia of sporting goods, including bicycle parts, outdoor footwear, snow sports equipment, volleyballs, rubber basketballs, leather basketba

Brooks Launches Mobile CRM and Sweepstakes Program

Brooks Sports, Inc. is introducing its first mobile campaign around the launch of the Ghost 3 shoe. By incorporating 2D barcodes in its promotional materials, Brooks enables consumers to enter a “Host the Ghost” mobile sweepstakes to win an all-access VIP

RECALL: Brine Lacrosse Gloves

Brine Inc. announced the the voluntary recall of about 7,000 youth and adult Brine VIP lacrosse gloves. Screen printing ink used on the silver triad logo on the back of the glove contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard

Big City Mountaineers Adds Board Members

Big City Mountaineers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization a mission to “enhance the lives of under-resourced urban teens through transformative outdoor experiences,” has added three new members to its board of directors…

Judge Rules that Cheerleading is Not a Sport

A federal judge in Connecticut ruled that cheerleading may not be considered a varsity sport for purposes of complying with federal gender-equity law. The judge ruled that cheerleading was deemed too “disorganized” for full sporting status and declared a

Outdoor Industry Piloting Eco Index

The Outdoor Industry Association's Eco Working Group will hold informational sessions during Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City, UT to introduce brands, designers and suppliers to the Beta Phase 1 version of the outdoor industry's

NOLS partners with Patagonia for the Dream Expedition

This summer, the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) is partnering with Patagonia for the Dream Expedition Contest. Individuals 13 and older are invited to submit a video before October 31, 2010, answering the following question: What is your dream

Jarden Sees Q2 Revenue Gain

Jarden Corp. expects sales for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010 to be approximately $1.52 billion compared to $1.27 billion in the same period a year ago, driven by strong organic growth at all four of its operating segments and contribution from th

Everlast Partners with Shock Doctor

Everlast Worldwide, Inc. announced an exclusive partnership with Shock Doctor, the leader in mouthguard technology. The partnership features a line of co-branded protective equipment, including mouthguards and protective cups developed specifically for th