Rocky Mtn. Bicycles and Business Objects Call for More Canadian Athlete Support
Following the success of Canadian mountain bike riders Marie-Hélène Prémont and Alison Sydor in Athens today, Rocky Mountain Bicycles and Business Objects are calling on Canadian companies to increase their support for Canadian athletes. Marie-Hélène Prém
American Eagle August Comps Jump 26.6%; Raises Guidance
American Eagle Outfitters' August consolidated same store sales increased 23.9%. Comparable store sales for the American Eagle brand increased 26.6% for the month. Based on the continuation of strong sales trends and solid merchandise margins, the Co
Mammut Wins Three Guides Choice Awards
Mammut is receiving honors from the American Alpine Institute with three Guides' Choice Awards for 2004. Mammut's soft shell Champ Pant and New Age jacket were recognized as gear that “embodies excellence in performance and durability”, as was
The Hockey Company to Build New HQ
The Hockey Company has completed the purchase of 900,000 sq. ft. of land in the Ville St-Laurent borough of Montreal. The site will be home to the Company’s 240,000 sq. ft, $20 million global headquarters and N.A. distribution center. The new facility wil
NSGA: Athletic Footwear Sales Inch-Up 0.2%
Retail sales of athletic footwear rose 0.2% during the six-month period, October 2003 through March 2004, according to data released by the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA). Sales for the six-month reporting period were $6.26 billion versus $6.2
Broder Bros. Acquires NES Clothing Company
Broder Bros., Co., the largest U.S. distributor of imprintable sportswear, has acquired NES Clothing Company, the leading distributor of imprintable sportswear in New England. Bain Capital, a leading global private equity firm headquartered in Boston, Ma
Collective Licensing in JV to Launch Von Dutch in U.S.
Collective Licensing International, LLC has entered into a joint venture with France-based Footwear Europe Export and Trading (F.E.E.T. s.a.s.) called Marque Group USA. F.E.E.T. s.a.s., a subsidiary of Groupe Royer, owns the worldwide rights for the Von D
OR Sees Nordic Presence Increase at Winter Market
While many outdoor industry folks are still unpacking from their hectic summer travel schedules, the staff at Outdoor Retailer is hard at work planning the upcoming Winter Market show to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah. OR has seen an increase in Nordic b
Chaco Launches Footwear Recycling Program
Participating Chaco retailers are offering a 20% discount on all like types of footwear traded in: Flips for flips, sandals for sandals, boots for boots. Chaco will disinfect the old shoes and ship them to The dZi Foundation for distribution to the monast
Hi-Tec Appoints New U.K. Director
Hi-Tec Sports has appointed David Goulding as Managing Director of it’s UK subsidiary. Goulding will be replacing Brian Chambers who is retiring after 18 years of loyal service to the brand.With over 20 years of experience within the footwear industry, Go
High Sierra Extends Licensing Agreement with USSA
High Sierra Sport Company will continue its agreement with the U. S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA), the national governing body for Olympic skiing and snowboarding, to supply travel bags to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team. The agreement calls for H
McNett Retains Backbone Media
The McNett Corporation has retained Backbone Media LLC of Carbondale, Colo. to manage its public relations efforts and brand development…
Billabong Fights FX Rates to Post 14% Income Gain…
Billabong fought negative currency fluctuations and came out on top for their fiscal year ended June 30. Worldwide full-year sales totaled AU$679.3 million ($484.9 mm), an 8.2% increase over last year’s AU$628.0 million ($367.2 mm). Net profit increased 1
Dick’s Expands New England Presence…
Dick's Sporting Goods hasn’t wasted any time expanding its New England presence after losing out in its bid for the Bob’s Stores real estate. The Pittsburgh-based retailer with its roots in Binghamton, New York opened its second Maine location at th
Eight Outdoor and Snow Sports Companies Brought to Court…
Baychar Inc, and Baychar Holdings LLC have filed a number of suits recently, all revolving around the “810” patent held by the companies. So far, Outlast, Frisby Technologies, Salomon, Black Diamond Equipment, Burton, Deckers, New Balance, and Nordica US
