Utah House Approves Bill to Create Outdoor Recreation Office
The Utah House approved Gov. Gary Herbert's bill to create a state office dedicated to promoting the outdoor recreation industry in the Bee Hive state, the Associated Press reported.
Canoecopia Reports Near Record Attendance, Solid Sales
More than 20,000 people attended Canoecopia March 8-10, marking an encouraging kick off to the spring paddlesports season, said Darren Bush, owner of Rutabaga Paddlesports the Wisconsin retailer that produces the show…
Over 125 Congressional Meetings Held During SFIA’s National Health through Fitness Day
The Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s 14th Annual National Health Through Fitness Day (Mar. 13; Washington, DC) achieved record success with nearly 150 industry leaders asking Congress for support of two pieces of legislation that will help &#
Respect Your Universe Completes Second Round of Financing
Respect Your Universe, Inc., the mixed martial arts apparel company, has completed a private placement of 900,000 shares of common stock of Respect Your Universe at a price of 50 cents per Share for gross proceeds of $450,000. The proceeds from the sale o
Jarden Begins Repurchasing $300 Million in Notes
Jarden Corporation has commenced a cash tender offer for any and all of its $300 million outstanding principal amount of 8 percent senior notes due 2016…
Bauer Hockey Partners With BCHL as Official Provider
Bauer Hockey, Inc. has become the new official uniform, equipment and apparel provider for the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL), one of the top junior organizations in North America. The exclusive three-year partnership – starting with the 2013-14 s
Adventure Medical Kits Partners with Adventure Racing Series
Adventure Medical Kits and Darn Tough has been named the exclusive lightweight safety gear and sock respectively of the North American Adventure Racing Series (NAARS).
Cradle to Cradle Certified Partners With Puma
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute today announced the certification of its first global apparel brand collection. Products in the PUMA InCycle collection have been awarded BASIC level certification under version 2.1 of the Cradle to Cradl
RECALL: Air Guns Sold at Sports Authority
About 2,400 air guns from Soft Air USA sold exclusively at The Sports Authority are being recalled. The Break-Barrel Air Rifle can discharge while the safety is engaged, posing a risk of injury to consumers and those nearby…
Dick’s Sporting Goods To Open First Field and Stream Store in Fall
Dick's Sporting Goods confirmed Wednesday that it will launch a new specialty retail concept under the Field & Stream banner. The first Field & Stream store, expected to open this fall in Cranberry Township, PA, will carry the best brands to meet th
SIA Reports Snow Sport Sales Rose 7 Percent in January
SnowSports Industries America reported that January snows in critical regions kept much needed momentum going for the industry throughout the month, resulting in sales 7 percent higher than average.
UA: Footwear Gaining Momentum
After some stumbles, Under Armour’s footwear business appears to be securing a solid foothold for growth, particularly with the recent success of its Spine collection in sporting goods stores as well as its own stores. Last week at the Bank of Amer
Eagle Creek Wins ADDY Award For Outstanding Consumer Website
Eagle Creek travel gear has been awarded a prestigious Silver ADDY Award from the San Diego Ad Club for their brand website: www.eaglecreek.com…
American Apparel and Footwear Association Approves New Mission Statement
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) board of directors unanimously approved a new mission statement and strategic plan to guide AAFA's priorities, operations, and accomplishments into the future. The vote, held Wednesday at the semi-an
SIA: Snow Sport Sales Rose 7 Percent in January
Consumers spent $550M at snow sports retail shops in January alone, 7 percent more than average for the month, according to SnowSports Industries America. Season-to-date (August 2012 – January 2013), all snow sports equipment sales are down 2 percent in u
