Reebok Introduces Space Boots
Developed in partnership with David Clark Company, the Floatride Space Boot SB-01 has been exclusively designed to accompany the final space suit that will shuttle astronauts to and from the International Space Station.
Item Of The Day: Altra Timp
“We call the Timp our ‘long day’ shoe,” said Altra founder Golden Harper. “It’s perfect for ultramarathoners like Jeff Browning, an Altra athlete who wore prototypes of this shoe for the Hardrock 100 in 2016 and at Western States in 2017.”
Under Armour Extends Sponsorship With University Of Hawai‘i
Under Armour Inc. and the University of Hawai‘i announced a long-term partnership extension that designates Under Armour as the official outfitter of the 21-varsity intercollegiate athletic programs through June 2022.
Play It Again Sports Parent Sees Q2 Gains
Winmark Corp., the parent of Play It Again Sports, announced net income for the quarter ended July 1, 2017 of $5.8 million, or $1.29 a share, up from $5.4 million, or $1.25, a year ago.
Fleet Feet Unveils New Initiatives At Annual Conference
At its annual conference held in Pinehurst, NC, Fleet Feet unveiled three key initiatives to franchise owners: its first in-store 3D scanning technology, fit id; a reboot of the brand’s original brand positioning and consumer marketing campaign, fitlosophy; and a brand new e-mail platform and internal communication hub.
Nike’s Headquarters Expansion To Reportedly Cost $1 Billion
Nike’s ongoing expansion of its headquarters will cost more than $1 billion, according to a report in the Oregonian.
Paul Ryan To Visit New Balance Factory On July 20
U.S. House Speaker Paul D. Ryanwill visit the New Balance factory in Lawrence, MA on Thursday to discuss federal tax reform.
Speaker Roster Announced For This Land Is Our Land March At Outdoor Retailer
Speakers include Amy Roberts, Adam Cramer, John Sterling, Shaun Chapoose, Blake Spalding, Conrad Anker, Mayor Ben McAdams (Salt Lake County) and Mayor Jackie Biskupski (Salt Lake City).
Nike Appoints EVP, Global Human Resources
Monique Matheson, a 19-year veteran of Nike, most recently served as VP, chief talent and diversity officer, overseeing all aspects of talent management, and diversity and inclusion.
Nike Unveils First Look At NBA Uniforms
Employing 3D body maps of players, including heat and sweat maps, Nike designers said they would up making significant changes to the weight, fit and construction of the uniforms.
Croakies Becomes Eyewear Retainer Of Pacific Paddle Games
Croakies, the manufacturer of outdoor retention products, signed on as associate sponsor and the exclusive eyewear retainer of the 2017 Pacific Paddle Games.
Sole Partners With JSC And Midcoast Outdoors
Sole announced a partnerships with Andy Shapin and the JSC Inc. sales agency to cover sales in the Midwest and Great Lakes territories and Michael Felix and the Midcoast Outdoors sales agency to cover sales in the South Central territory.
Why Did Mission Apparel Launch On Amazon?
Josh Shaw, founder and CEO of Mission, said, “Mission had a handful of options to launch the new Mission Cooling Apparel line, but none compared to the synergy we saw in Amazon.”
Why Is On Leaving Amazon?
Caspar Coppetti, co-founder and global head of sales, On, stated, “The biggest issue with Amazon is lack of control over the story and experience we know that On customers appreciate. It also doesn’t support our specialty run doors.”
EbLens Sold To PE Firm
J.W. Childs Associates, L.P., an operationally focused private equity firm specializing in leveraged buyouts and recapitalizations of middle-market growth companies, announced it has acquired a majority interest in EbLens LLC, a lifestyle retailer of urban-inspired footwear, apparel and accessories, from KarpReilly, LLC.
