Sales at Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book and Music Stores Lagged in March
Sales at sporting goods, hobby, book and music stores’ increased 0.3 percent seasonally over February, but were down 5.5 percent unadjusted year-over-year and lagged growth of the retail industry as a whole, according to data released by the U.S. Ce
Asics to Open First Chicago Store
Asics is opening its first stand-alone full-price store in Chicago. With three others opened over the last year, the location will represent Asics' fifth full-price store in the U.S…
Bicycling Magazine Gets New Publisher
Rodale Inc. has named Zack Grice as the new publisher of Bicycling magazine effective immediately. Grice takes on the role amid a surge in sales and circulation growth at the magazine, where he has worked for 16 years…
Ex-NFL Linebacker Sues Nike over Lights Out Apparel Line
Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman is suing Nike for trademark infringement and unfair competition over its Lights Out apparel line, according to a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in San Diego. According to a press release, the former San Diego Ch
European Companies Take Lead in North American eBike Market
Europe clearly emerged as the leader in North America’s nascent eBike market last week with a pair of announcements aimed at lowering barrier to entry for independent bike dealers…
Zeiss Honors Members of Its Elite Sales Force
Carl Zeiss Sports Optics announces the outstanding achievements of their top sales representatives…
Redfield Hires New Brand Manager
Steve Krajczynski has been hired as Redfield’s new brand manager…
Robby Johnson Joins SIG SAUER Military Development Group
SIG SAUER announced that Robby Johnson has joined the manufacturer’s Military Sales and Product Development Group…
VF to Open Central Distribution Center in Kunshan, China
VF Corporation announced the dedication of its new Central Distribution Center at an event held at the facility in Kunshan, China. The Kunshan distribution center is VF's largest infrastructure investment in China…
Italian Entreprenuer Acquires Garmont International Srl
An Italian company has acquired the full and exclusive rights to the Garmont brand name through the newly formed company Garmont International Srl. The transaction does not include Garmont ski boots, which Garmont sold along with its North American subsid
REI’s Michel Collins Wins OIA Chairman’s Award
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) presented Michael Collins, former vice president of public affairs for REI, with the prestigious OIA Chairman’s Award last evening at the Capitol Summit…
Sports Authority Plans Grand Openings for San Juan and Carolina, PR
Sports Authority announced the grand opening of its two newest locations in San Juan, PR and Carolina, PR this past Saturday, Apr. 5…
Settlement in Mitchell Modell Spy Case
A lawsuit by Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. accusing Mitchell Modell, CEO of Modell's Sporting Goods, of pretending to be an executive with the Dick's Sporting Goods chain to gain access to confidential business information has been quietly set
Branches Appoints Jack Wisse National Sales Manager
Branches, LLC, the maker of canoe, kayak and stand-up paddles, appointed Jake Wisse to the position of national sales manager for its paddlesports products…
Take Me Fishing Hooks Walt Disney World Resort
TakeMeFishing.org connects children and families with nature through its sponsorship of the Fun Educational Fishing and Boating Experiences at Walt Disney World Resort. – In today's age where getting kids outside to exercise and enjoy nature can be more challenging than ever, Take Me Fishing and Walt Disney World Resort are making it easier for […]
