Oakley, Inc. announced net sales for the quarter increased 9.9% to a third quarter record $145.0 million, compared with last year's third quarter net sales of $131.9 million. Net income for the third quarter totaled $13.5 million, or $0.20 per dilute
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Burlington Creditors Approve Restructuring Plan; Senior Management Ousted
WL Ross & Co. LLC announced that creditors had voted overwhelmingly in favor of its purchase of Burlington Industries upon its reemergence from Chapter 11 reorganization now targeted for November 10, subject to prior Bankruptcy Court approval and named a
Trango Triples Sales Force
The number of reps for Great Trango Holdings brands has nearly tripled since June 1 as the company closes in on its goal to add more man and woman-power to its sales efforts…
Unifi Posts Fiscal Q1 Loss on 18.6% Sales Decline
Unifi, Inc. announced a net loss of $4.6 million or 9 cents per share for the fiscal first quarter ended September 28, 2003, which compares to net income of $4.3 million or 8 cents per share for the prior year September quarter. Net sales for the Septemb
The Industry Says Goodbye to The Grandmother of The Conservation Movement
Margaret Murie, known to many as the “Grandmother of the Conservation Movement,” passed away yesterday at her home in Moose, Wyoming, at the age of 101. A passionate advocate for wild places and a prolific writer, “Mardy” played a critical role in protec
Christy Sports Celebrates 45 Years
In 1958, ski boots were still made exclusively of leather. Most skis were still made of wood, and instructors debated whether Howard Heads aluminum “cheaters” had a future. Bindings didnt work very well, and the most talked-about item in ski shops across
Patagonia Picks New Executive VP of Marketing and Environmental Initiatives
Patagonia has selected Rick Ridgeway as the company’s new Executive Vice-President responsible for Marketing and Environmental initiatives. Ridgeway will continue the company’s worldwide communication efforts of the Patagonia brand, not only regarding pro
Igloo Vikski Adds News Faces
Igloo Vikski inc., an outdoor gear distributor for brands such as Fischer, Swix and Kayland Footwear, has announced two new additions to its team. Noémi Soucy-Girard has just joined the management team as the new Marketing Coordinator. Mark Robinson has j
180’s Expands Marketing Department
180s, LLC is expanding its marketing department with two new positions. Brent Hollowell was appointed to chief brand officer and Andrew Chek to merchandising coordinator. With these two new additions, the marketing team will enhance its branding and mar
Cannondale Gets Leaner and Meaner…
Cannondale completed an audit of its manufacturing processes and has decided to lay off 52 of their Bedford, PA employees. This move is intended to make the company more competitive in the U.S. cycling market, where most other manufacturers use less expen
JanSport and RMI Join Forces for the Guiding Season
JanSport and Rainier Mountaineering (RMI) have inked a partnership agreement in which JanSport will be the “Official backpack of RMI” for the calendar years 2004 – 2005…
Tango to Manufacture U.S. Olympic Apparel
Tango Inc. has entered into an agreement with Global Manufacturing Group to produce and print garments for the US Olympic Association, up to and including the 100th Anniversary Olympiad in Athens, Greece. Global has been chosen as the exclusive manufactu
Keystone Ads Airboarding To Night Programs…
Keystone Resort will be adding an Airboard program at their ski area. Ann-Elise Emerson, who is launching the 2-year-old Swiss product in North America through her company, Emo-Gear, began her snow bodyboarding career out of bounds near Alpine Meadows, Ta
NPD: Lack of Consumer Excitement for Holiday Shopping Season
The NPD Group released the results of its survey of consumer holiday buying intent, which confirms that this holiday shopping season could be just as challenging for retailers as last year, because consumer shopping excitement remains chilly. While 68% of
InterBike Attendance Numbers Are In
Interbike concluded Tuesday the 14th, after five days of bike-related business. The annual trade show, which showcases the latest in cycling products and trends, attracted bicycle retailers, manufacturers, media, celebrities and industry advocates and aff