VIST the Italian manufacturer of high performance alpine ski bindings, plates, apparel, and accessories is announcing the establishment of a sales, marketing, and service presence in the USA. VIST North America will be operating in conjunction with Stöckl
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Raleigh Taps Wisk for Director of Operations
Raleigh America named Clyde Wisk Director of Operations to oversee analytical and logistical transportation support for the bicycle supplier’s three U.S. distribution centers. Wisk has more than 15 years of experience in operations management with major m
Sales Reps Needed — Priva Sport / Lotto
Priva Sport is the North American licensee for LOTTO Sport Italian Design. As an importer/distributor of Soccer/Tennis footwear, apparel, and accessories, it is currently in search for Sales Representatives to promote its high-performance line of L
OIA Asks for Industry Executive’s Support
OIA has asked for the support of the outdoor industry in its efforts to see that the Stateside Land and Water Conservation Fund and Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery programs are fully funded. Over thirty of the outdoor industry’s top CEOs and president
Indigo Hires Three New Sales Reps
Indigo Equipment has retained three new sales representatives to cover two important territories, New England and the Pacific Northwest. In New England, Indigo hired Velocity Sales, founded by partners Michael Schmidt and Bill Bruzzese. In the Pacific Nor
CamelBak Hires New Chief Executive
CamelBak Products, LLC has hired J. Marty O'Donohue to lead the company from a category originator to a dominant global brand in the recreation and military markets. O'Donohue, who spent the last 15 years as CEO of Marinco, a manufacturer and m
Danner Pronghorn Boots Snag ‘Best of the Best’ Award
LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. announced that its Danner Pronghorn boot was recently selected “Best of the Best” for 2004 by Field & Stream, America's largest outdoor magazine…
Le Coq Sportif to Make Return to U.S. Market…
For those that wondered where Jon Epstein would surface again, their questions were answered last week as the former Fila and adidas executive officially announced the creation of Le Coq Sportif North America, an operating company set up to manage the Le
ASICS Back Over $200 Million; Backlog Signals More Growth in 2005…
ASICS hasn’t delivered $200 million in sales in the U.S. in a decade, but the company blew past the mark again in 2004 on the growth of the running market in general and the strength of the brand at both specialty and sporting goods. ASICS America Corpor
Northwave N.A. Launches New Board Brand
Northwave North America announced the addition of Venue Snowboard Co. for the 2005-06 season. “The birth of Venue Snowboards has been a long planned venture for us over the past few years,” said marketing CEO Dane Hjort. “We listened to the feedback from
Lafuma Moves HQ and Warehouse to Broomfield
In response to recent growth of the brand, Lafuma America has transferred its American subsidiary from Boulder and distribution warehouse from Chicago to a 15, 000 square foot facility in Broomfield, Colorado. The new location will correspond to the needs
Lafuma Completes Broomfield Move…
Last month, BOSS reported that Lafuma N.A. was in the process of moving all operations to a new HQ in Broomfield, CO, and recently, the company announced that the move to the 15,000 square foot facility has been completed. According to the company, the ne
New Balance Promotes Allen to EVP; Haddad and Preston in New Roles
New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of two associates. Fran Allen becomes Executive Vice President Sales, U.S. & Canada, while Joe Preston now holds the position of Vice President, International. Ed Haddad, previously Ar
Specialty Stores Lag Market in Latest SIA Retail Audit
Overall sales for the entire winter sports market were up 0.2% to $651.2 million for the August through November period of 2004, compared to $649.6 million reported last year, according to the SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Retail Audit. Unit sales w
SIA: Chain Stores See Higher Selling Prices Drive Gains
According to the SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Retail Audit for the August through November period, sales at chain stores were up 12.2% to $145.3 million in sales compared to $129.5 million in 2003. Unit sales were down 5.9% from last season. Chain