Modell’s Revises Logo in Rebranding Effort, Opening New Prototype in Pelham, NY
Modell's Sporting Goods is revising its logo as part of a new rebranding effort It also is opening up a new prototype store in Pelham, N.Y. as part of its “Rebirth” initiative…
OIA Board Endorses OR Summer Market Date Shift
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Board of Directors have announced their endorsement and recommendation of a shift of the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market (ORSM) dates from the third week of July to the first week of August in 2010 and beyond…
Marketing Director Exits Zoot Sports
Elisette Carlston, Zoot Sports director of marketing, is leaving the company for personal reasons. Founder and CEO Brian Enge will assume a greater role over marketing…
Interbike’s Overall Attendance Down Slightly, Store Attendees Up
According to preliminary figures, total attendance at the just-concluded Interbike trade show reached more than 22,500, slightly down due to fewer exhibitor personnel. But the number of unique stores represented increased to more than 4,000 and the number
Nautilus to Divest its Commercial Business
Nautilus, Inc. said it is actively seeking buyers for substantially all of the assets, liabilities and ongoing operations of its commercial business. The fitness company said the move will enable it to focus its resources solely on its branded consumer bu
OIA Endorses Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Date Shift
The Outdoor Industry Association's Board of Directors announced their endorsement and recommendation of a shift of the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market (ORSM) dates from the third week of July to the first week of August in 2010 and beyond…
Adidas Endorses European Rugby Cup
Adidas became the official matchball and referee kit supplier to the European Rugby Cup (ERC). Under the sponsorship deal with the ERC, adidas will provide the official match ball for both the Heineken Cup and newly titled Amlin Challenge Cup…
EOG and OIA Co-Ordinate Sustainability Efforts
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) and the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) have recently made a commitment to cooperate on the two organizations individual sustainability projects ensuring the production of complementary tools for the outdoor sectors com
China Pacing Nike Brand’s Growth
Nike Inc. said in a SEC filing that NIKE brand's sales in its Greater China segment, including China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, rose 29% in its fiscal year ended May 31, to $1.74 billion from $1.35 billion a year ago. In constant currencies, sales climbe
Cabela’s Names VP of Merchandising, Great Outdoors
Cabela’s Inc. hired Scott Frnka as vice president of merchandising – General Outdoors. Frnka, most recently vice president of Academy Sports and Outdoors’ Field and Stream Division, brings more than 15 years of retail merchandising experience
Vail Resorts Sees Overall FY Net Income Fall 52%
Vail Resorts, Inc. reported results for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2009. Commenting on the company's fiscal 2009 results, Rob Katz, Chief Executive Officer said, “I am pleased that Vail Resorts was able to deliver solid results for the fiscal yea
Birki’s Names Mangione VP, Sales and Marketing
Birki's, the casual footwear brand, has appointed Robert Mangione as its vice president of Sales and Marketing. In this newly created position, Mangione will lead programs to strengthen brand positioning with existing customers, and drive growth in n
Blacks Leisure Puts Sandcity Unit into Administration
Blacks Leisure Group placed its Sandcity boardwear stores in administration after its bank Tuesday gave it a month to come up with a restructuring plan for its loss-making stores…
Brooks Adds Rock ‘n Roll to Roster
Brooks Sports reached an exclusive and multi-year agreement to become the official footwear and apparel partner for the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series while its sister brand, Moving Comfort, will be the official sports bra for the series…
Foot Locker Opens Fourth House of Hoops in New Jersey; Plans Stores in Europe
Foot Locker opened its fourth House of Hoops store at the Cherry Hill Mall in South Jersey. The location is only the fourth House of Hoops in the U.S. and the first in the suburbs. Other stores are located in Harlem, Chicago and Los Angeles. House of Hoop
