August Container Imports Expected to Set Record
Import volume at major U.S. container ports is expected to hit an all-time record in August as retailers concerned about the lack of a West Coast longshoremen’s contract rush to bring holiday season merchandise into the country, according to the mon
Bill Hicks and Co. Currently Stocking Ruger Viridian TALO Exclusives
Bill Hicks & Co., Ltd., a distributor for the hunting and shooting sports industries, is offering exclusive Ruger Viridian TALO LCP and LC9 pistols…
Triton Boats Names New Regional Sales Reps
Triton Boats, manufacturer of fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats, has appointed marine industry sales and marketing firm Wishbone Marketing as sales representatives for the Northeastern United States…
Outdoor Retailer Brings It Again
It’s expensive. It’s tough to find a bed. And sales orders are almost a rarity. But the Outdoor Retailer show continues to work. “The first couple days have been electric from my perspective,” said Frank Hugelmeyer, president and C
Kmart Launches Jillian Michaels Collection
Kmart plans this fall to launch Impact by Jillian Michaels, a performance activewear collection for women…
Mizuno Reports Fiscal Q1 Sales Declined in Currency Neutral Terms
Mizuno Corp. reported revenue in its first quarter ended June 30 reached ¥46.1 billion ($451 mm), up 1.9 percent compared with the same period in the previous fiscal year as running offset a poor golf performance. Operating profits were down 20.1 percent.
Mizuno Shows Modest Q1 Revenue Gain
Mizuno Corp. reported revenue in its first quarter ended June 30 reached ¥46.1 billion ($451 mm), up 1.9 percent compared with the same period in the previous fiscal year as running offset a poor golf performance. Operating profits were down 20.1 percent.
Callaway Golf Launches Stock Buy Back Program
Callaway Golf Company’s board of directors authorized a plan to spend $50 million buying back its common stock, which has fallen about 10 percent since the company reported second quarter results…
Evolv Lands New Investor, Grants Sharma Equity
Evolv Sports & Designs has landed an equity investment from the same investment group that owns Royal Robbins. Evolv also granted an equity stake to profession rock climber Chris Sharma, who has helped design the company's climbing shoes…
OIA Crowns Winners of First Reinvent Retail Contest
TREW Gear, The Outdoor Source, and Gear to Go Outfitters were named the winners of the first Reinvent Retail Innovation Contest by Outdoor Industry Association…
NSGA Opens Nominations for 2015 All-Star Awards
The National Sporting Goods Association has opened the nomination process for its 2015 All-Star Awards. The fourth annual All-Star Awards will recognize the most outstanding accomplishments and contributions made within the Sporting Goods Industry…
Smith Selected as Vail Resorts Eyewear and Helmet Partner
Smith has been selected as the official and exclusive eyewear and helmet partner of Vail Resorts…
Big Rock Sports Names Top Vendors
Big Rock Sports, LLC recently honored a select group of fishing, camping and marine manufacturers with its annual “Vendor of the Year” awards…
Arc’Teryx Leases Retail Space in Minneapolis
Arc’teryx, which recently announced plans to launch its first line of footwear, has leased space for a store in uptown Minneapolis for what would be its second brand store on U.S. soil, according to reports by local media…
Shimano Reports Q2 Sales Grew in Mid-Teens
Shimano Corp. reported sales rose 15.5 percent to ¥80.6 billion ($789 mm) in the second quarter ended June 30 as an improving economies in the U.S. and Europe overcame weaker-than expected sales in Japan…
