Farm To Feet Welcomes Hikers To Appalachian Trail Days
The annual weekend celebration of the Appalachian Trail attracts over 20,000 people comprised of Appalachian Trail thru-hikers and outdoors enthusiasts alike.
Superfeet Appoints Director Of Business Development
Prior to joining Superfeet, Chuck Sanson worked with Pearl Izumi USA for fifteen years, most recently as director of run.
Dick’s Q1 Hits Higher End Of Guidance
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. reported first-quarter earnings that arrived at the higher end of guidance, although same-store sales fell short. The retailer will also take a charge of $7 million in the second quarter related to the elimination of positions, primarily at the company’s store support center.
Yue Yuen’s Q1 Revenues Climb 3.6 Percent
Net profits grew 30.6 percent on a 3.6 percent revenue gain.
Netshoes Slashes Q1 Loss
Netshoes Ltd., in its first quarterly report since going public, reported significantly lower losses in the first quarter as sales grew 18.1 percent on a currency-neutral basis.
Jordan Brand Signs Chinese Basketball Star
In conjunction with Jordan Brand’s 20th anniversary of entering Greater China, the brand has signed its first Chinese basketball player, Guo Ailun.
Nike Signs Soccer Phenom Mallory Pugh
Pugh, 19, has also stated she will sign with the Washington Spirit in the NWSL.
Rack Room Shoes Adds Two New Directors To Corporate Team
Julie Barr and Kim Auman-Fanning joined the company as human resources director and loss prevention director, respectively.
Vasque Kicks Off Thru-Hike Season With Sponsorships
Vasque will support the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Continental Divide Trail (CDT) and Appalachian Trail (AT), as well each trails’ associated Trail Days.
J.C. Penney’s Shares Tumble On Q1 Loss
J.C. Penney’s stock plunged nearly 14 percent on Friday at $4.55 per share after the department store operator reported weak comparable sales and a massive net loss in the first quarter.
OIA Issues Call To Action To Save National Monuments Designations
In an open letter, Alex Boian, VP of government affairs & OIAPAC treasurer, Outdoor Industry Association, issued a call to action in response to President Trump’s Executive Order 13792 that calls for a review of 27 national monuments designated since January 1996.
VF Corp. Appoints Arne Arens As The North Face Global Brand President
Said Scott Baxter, vice president, VF and group president, Outdoor & Action Sports Americas, “I am confident that Arne’s passion for and deep understanding of the outdoor marketplace, coupled with his management expertise and operational agility, make him ideally suited to unlock new opportunities and accelerate growth for The North Face around the world.”
Mizuno Corp.’s Annual Profits Tumble
The decline reflects losses in the Americas and EMEA region as well as a profit decline in its home market of Japan.
L.L.Bean Opening Store In Boston Seaport
The 8,600-square-foot location will mark its fifth location in Massachusetts and the 37th store outside of Maine.
Gander Mountain To Change Name
Gander Mountain plans to change its name to Gander Outdoors, according to a tweet from its new owner, Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis.
