SGMA Forum Discusses Sports Rule Changes
The SGMA on Wednesday, April 22 met with more than 50 sporting goods industry executives from 30 different sporting goods companies in Indianapolis, along with the leadership of NCAA and the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) to
Hyde Joins Cerf Bros. Bag as VP of Sales
Cerf Brothers Bag Company, a 94-year-old manufacturer of packs, luggage and bags for the outdoor industry, has named industry veteran Ron Hyde as vice president of sales, said Brian Spanel, chief executive officer…
Rossignol Group Re-Structures Due to Economy
The Rossignol Group, acquired by Chartreusse and Mont Blanc late last year, said that due to the current economic and winter sports market conditions, it is undergoing consolidations and reductions. This reduction includes the previously-reported 30% glob
Cutter and Buck Impacted by Weak U.S. Market
New Wave Group, based in Stockholm, Sweden, said sales of its Sports and Leisure division, which includes Cutter & Buck and Craft, were virtually flat at MSEK 413 million ($50.5 million) from MSEK 411 million ($50.2 million) a year ago. But profit on EBIT
OIA Announces Friend of the Outdoor Industry Award Recipients
The 2009 Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Friend of the Outdoor Industry Awards will be presented to Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Congressman Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) for their leadership in advocating for public policies that support the growth and su
Bikes Belong Names Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Bikes Belong has selected Joan Harrold to be its marketing and communications coordinator. In this new position, Harrold will help publicize Bikes Belong’s work, promote bicycling, and develop our new campaign to recruit bicycling supporters…
Beyond Costal, Chums Hire Verde PR as Agency of Record
Beyond Coastal sun care products and outdoor accessory brand Chums, the leading outdoor accessory brand have hired Verde PR & Consulting as the agency of record for the two brands effective immediately…
Zoot Appoints Cunningham as National Sales Manager
Zoot Sports, which was recently acquired by K2, appointed Jeff Cunningham as national sales manager. Cunningham's experience includes 7 years as national sales and marketing director for Mammut, along with several years leading key marketing initiati
Saucony Joins Conservation Alliance
Saucony, Inc. has joined The Conservation Alliance, a group of outdoor industry companies that provide funding to community-based programs dedicated to protecting threatened wild and natural areas for their habitat and recreation value…
Accell Group Reports Increased Bicycle Sales in 2009
Accell Group N.V. said its turnover and profit in the first months of 2009 increased, compared with the same period of 2008. After a long winter, mid-March saw a good start in bicycle sales. In addition to increased bicycle sales, Accell Group also noted
AAFA Joins Call for Trade Reform
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) joined a broad coalition of business organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to encourage Congress and the Obama Administration to undertake a wholesale reform of U.S. trade preference pro
Steve Madden Raises Full Year 2009 Guidance
Steve Madden expects net sales for the first quarter 2009 to be between $106 million and $107 million. This compares to net sales of $100.5 million for the first quarter of 2008. EPS for the first quarter of 2009 is expected to be in the range of 35 cents
SGB 40 Under 40 Award Honorees to be Toasted in San Antonio
The finalists for the second annual SGB 40 Under 40 Awards will be honored at a banquet event on May 2, 2009 preceding the NSGA Management Conference and Team Dealer Summit in San Antonio, TX. If you would like to attend the event please download the ord
Deckers Q1 Sales Increase 37.6%
Deckers Outdoor Corporation said net sales increased 37.6% to $134.2 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, versus $97.5 million last year. Diluted EPS increased 8.1% to 93 cents compared to 86 cents a year ago, domestic sales increased 29.6%
Columbia Q1 Net Falls on Sales Decline; Backlog Down 15%
Columbia Sportswear Co. reported sales in the first quarter decreased 9% to $272.0 million from $297.4 million, including a 5% negative effect from changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Net earnings fell 65% to $6.9 million, or 20 cents a share, fro
