Garmin International Inc. Wins Early Round In Navico Patent Litigation
Garmin International Inc.'s DownVü scanning sonar technology does not infringe upon any patented aspect of Navico Holdings AS’s downscan technology, according to an initial determination made by an administrative law judge at the International
L.L.Bean Recruits Staff or Midwest Stores
L.L.Bean has begun recruiting staff to run its first retail location in Kansas and second store in Ohio as well as its first outlet in New York…
Outdoor Retailer Moves Up Winter Dates, Remains Mum on Potential Move
Emerald Expositions announced Thursday that it had moved up the date for the next three Outdoor Retailer Winter Markets by two weeks.The announcement addresses three of the biggest complaints about the trade show, but said nothing of whether it will remai
RECALL: 1,200 JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs
Black Diamond Inc. is recalling about 1,200 avalanche airbag packs because the motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying…
Shiekh Shoes To Open Downtown L.A. Storefront
Shiekh Shoes has signed a lease to open a new location at 745 South Broadway Street in Los Angeles, CA…
Bass Pro to Open 10th Store in Florida July 29
Bass Pro Shops will open the doors at its tenth store in Florida July 29 in Brandon/Tampa…
Feetures! Supports Run Specialty “Pair Up” Sales Contest
Feetures!, the maker of running socks, is continuing their campaign to support run specialty retailers with their September “Pair Up” sales contest. The promotion will encourage retailers to improve their customers’ in-store experience
Asics Kids Footwear Receives Accreditation
Asics America Corporation announced that its entire collection of kids performance footwear has earned the Seal of Acceptance distinction by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)…

Cole Haan Launches New Campaign
Cole Haan has launched its campaign, “Prepare For Takeoff,” as part of the Fall 2015 collection. Set against The multi-channel digital and social campaign features three of New York City Ballet’s brightest stars – Sara Mearns, Megan Fair
Fjällräven Appoints VP of Retail for North America
Fjällräven appointed Steve Stout as the brand’s vice president of retail in North America. In his most recent position, he worked for Rip Curl as the general manager of retail operations in North America…

Skechers to Showcase Mariano Rivera for MLB All-Star Game
Skechers first TV spot starring legendary New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera will debut during the MLB All-Star Game..
Jawbone Sues to Block Imports of Fitbit Trackers
Jawbone filed a complaint with the International Trade Commission (ITC) against Fitbit, charging the company strategically lured away its employees to steal its trade secrets. The filing requests that the ITC ban Fitbit from importing the company's p
Perry Ellis Raises Guidance
Perry Ellis International Inc. raised its adjusted earnings guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2016, ending Aug, 1, 2015 to breakeven. This guidance represents the better end of the company's initial expectations…
Skechers Sues Steven Madden for Infringing on Go Walk Line
Skechers USA, Inc. filed a lawsuit against Steven Madden Ltd. for selling footwear that infringes on the popular Skechers Go Walk product line as well as other popular Skechers product lines…
Vans Partners with Eley Kishimoto on Living Art Collection
Vans has teamed up with British design house Eley Kishimoto, a brand known for its bold, vibrant prints, to launch a collection of wearable art with Vans footwear, apparel and accessories as the canvas to these imaginative designs…