Trump Declares May National Physical Fitness And Sports Month
Continuing an annual tradition, the Trump Administration declared May National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. In a proclamation, President Donald Trump committed to “celebrating active lifestyles, promoting physical fitness, and tackling public health issues together by making healthier choices.”
Outdoor Retailer Parent Completes IPO
Emerald Expositions Events Inc., the parent of Outdoor Retailer, Surf Expo and Interbike, announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 15.5 million shares at a price to the public of $17.00 per share.
Dick’s Opens 36 Golf Galaxy Stores In Former Golfsmith Locations
Dick’s Sporting Goods, the owner and operator of Golf Galaxy, will open 36 new Golf Galaxy stores this weekend in former Golfsmith properties acquired by Dick’s.
Supra Hires Senior Global Director Of Product
Most recently, Kara Duffy was global director of footwear operations at DC Shoes/Quicksilver. Inc.
New Balance To Sponsor London Marathon
New Balance will replace Adidas as the official shoe and kit sponsor of the Virgin Money London Marathon in a new long term agreement.
Zappos.com Launches Zappos Adaptive
Zappos.com launched Zappos Adaptive, a curated collection of functional and fashionable products designed to make life easier for those who have challenges getting dressed.
Ueli Steck, Renowned Mountain Climber, Dies Near Everest
Ueli Steck, one of the most feted mountaineers of his generation, died Sunday in an apparent fall in Nepal.
Camping World to Assume A Minimum Of 17 Gander Mountain Locations
Camping World teamed with a group of liquidating firms, Gordon Brothers Group LLC and Hilco Merchant Resources LLC, to win the auction of Gander Mountain’s assets. The winning bid valued at $390 million to $400 million, according to people familiar with the proceedings.
Nike, Under Armour, Adidas Reject Lonzo Ball Deal
Nike, Under Armour and Adidas have all told ESPN that they have no interest in signing Lonzo Ball, a potential top pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, to an endorsement deal.
Adidas Signs Top NFL Draft Pick
Adidas signed an endorsement deal with Myles Garrett, the top pick by the Cleveland Browns in the NFL draft.
Bass Pro Founder Partners With Tiger Woods
Bass Pro Shops founder and CEO Johnny Morris announced a collaborative partnership with 79-time PGA Tour winner Tiger Woods and the Payne Stewart family that includes plans to create the first-ever public access golf courses designed by TGR Design, the golf course design firm led by Woods.
Body of Merrell Family Teen Possibly Found
The Grand Canyon National Park says a body that was found on Friday is likely Jackson Standefer, the grandson of Randy Merrell, who helped found the Merrell Boot Co.
DSW Appoints Nordstrom Exec As COO
Over the last 32 years, Michele Love served in several leadership capacities within operations, merchandising and marketing at Nordstrom Inc., where she most recently spearheaded the rapid expansion of Nordstrom Rack.
Aisle Talk, Week Of April 24
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
VF’s Q1 Boosted By Momentum Behind North Face And Vans
The North Face increased 4 percent in the Americas region, driven by low-teen growth in D2C that offset a low-single-digit decrease in wholesale due to doors lost to bankruptcies. Vans was up 6 percent in the Americas, while Timberland’s sales in the region were down 7 percent as the brand works to reduce its reliance on Classics.
