SGB Outdoor

Deckers to Acquire Ahnu

January 23, 2009 SGB Update

Deckers Outdoor Corp has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire outdoor footwear brand, Ahnu. Jim Van Dine, Ahnu's president and founder, is staying on. Following the closing, Ahnu will continue to operate out of Alameda, CA, for the near ter

Spyder’s de Witte Adds President-Europe to Role

January 23, 2009 SGB Update

Spyder’s EVP of Global Sales, Cees de Witte, has accepted the position of President Spyder-Europe in addition to his EVP role. He will relocate to Switzerland to lead the Spyder global sales force and subsidiary brand Cloudveil’s sales outside of North Am

Quiksilver Cuts Executive Salaries

January 23, 2009 SGB Update

Quiksilver Inc. has approved a 5% cut to the annual base salaries of some top executives as part of its cost-cutting efforts, according to a Securities & Exchange Commission filing…

Report: VF Looking at DC Shoes

January 23, 2009 SGB Update

According to published reports, VF Corp. is rumored to be near a deal to acquire DC Shoes, a division of Quiksilver Inc. The Orange County Business Journal cited rumors that Quiksilver “could sell part or all of the company to a larger competitor are circ

RECALL: Saris Stationary Bicycle Trainers

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Saris Cycling Group of Madison, WI, is voluntarily recalling certain models of stationary bicycle trainers, under an agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The trainers are a frame that converts regular bikes into stationary bicycles.

Chicago Cubs Sue Under Armour Over Sponsorship

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

The Chicago Cubs have sued Under Armour for allegedly reneging on a five-year, $10.8 million sponsorship contract to have its logo displayed on the outfield doors in left- and right-center fields. Under Armour disputes the suit, claiming the agreement was

The Athlete’s Foot Launches Email Fan Club

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

The Athlete's Foot (TAF) recently launched an email fan club at www.theathletesfoot.com as part of its re-branding initiative. The opt-in program provides members with everything from product and company news to member exclusives, in-store discounts

Orange 21 Launches $7.6M Rights Offering

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

Orange 21 Inc., which owns the Spy Optic line of sunglasses and goggles, has launched a $7.6 million rights offering pursuant to which holders of its common stock, options and warrants, will be entitled to purchase additional shares of its common stock at

Reebok Looks to Close UK Offices in Bolton

January 22, 2009 SGB Update

Adidas announced plans to close Reebok's UK headquarter in the city of Bolton, affecting 160 jobs. According to published reports in the UK, the move would end a 116-year association for the brand with the town…

Yakima Adds Two New U.S. Distributors

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Yakima named two new distributors, The Hawley Company, a bicycle parts and accessories distributor in Lexington, SC and Liberty Mountain, an outdoor distributor of over 600 brands of gear and accessories based in Salt Lake City, Utah. These new distributo

Riddell Sponsors USA Football

January 22, 2009 SGB Executive SGB Update

Riddell has become the official football helmet and protective equipment partner for USA Football, the sport's national governing body on youth and amateur levels, and its 2009 Junior National Team. The three-year partnership (through 2011) with USA

GU Energy Labs and Carmichael Training Systems Partner Up

January 21, 2009 SGB Update

GU Energy Labs and Carmichael Training Systems announced a new partnership beginning in January 2009. Under the terms of the multi-year agreement, GU will become the Official Nutrition Supplier for Chris Carmichael and Carmichael Training Systems, the coa

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