California. Gov. Brown Signs Lead Ammo Ban; Vetoes Bill to Outlaw Rifles with Detachable Magazines
On Friday, 10/11/13 California Governor Jerry Brown took action on 18 firearm related bills including one that greatly impacts California hunters, ammunition manufacturers and retailers
Under Armour Continues Hunter Education Support
Hunter's Handbook will continue to receive support of Hunter Education programs from long-time partner Under Armour.
Colorado Governor Suggests Gun-Control Groups Stay Away
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper suggests national gun-control groups stay away from a looming recall battle that could switch control of the state Senate to the GOP.
Field and Stream to Open in Crescent Springs, KY
Dick's Sporting Goods announced its specialty Field & Stream retail store will open on Nov. 1 in Crescent Springs, KY, with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening weekend celebration…
Outdoor Sports Marketing Shifts to New Rep Model
Outdoor Sports Marketing (OSM) has changed how it assigns its reps in an effort to raise the bar on what retailers and vendors should expect from their rep agencies…
Wolverine World Wide Amends Credit Agreement
On Oct. 10, Wolverine World Wide, Inc. amended its loan agreements, according to a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The amendment provides for a $775 million term loan and a $200 million revolving loan facility…
Octane Fitness Seeks Historic Ruling From US Supreme Court
The United States Supreme Court recently agreed to hear a petition by Octane Fitness LLC, which is seeking well over $1 million in attorneys fees after defeating a patent lawsuit brought by Icon Health & Fitness, Inc…
Nike Sets Target for FY17 Revenues of $36 Billion
At its annual investor meeting last week at its Beaverton headquarters, Nike, Inc. announced its goal to deliver $36 billion in revenue by fiscal year 2017. The company also stated that it expects to deliver revenues of $30 billion by fiscal year 2015, at
Adidas CEO Confident of 2015 Goals
In an interview with the German magazine, Handelsblatt, Herbert Hainer, Adidas’ CEO, expressed confidence that Adidas would achieve its Route 2015 goals with the help of a “significant increase” in profits in 2014…
Primaloft Adds Two Positions in Advance of Major Product Announcements
Primaloft has hired Eric Ritter as product development engineer and Jared Cieslewicz as a territory sales manager in preparation for several major product announcements…
SIA Releases State of the Industry Video
Snowsports Industries America released the third annual State of the Industry Video as well as category-specific videos for alpine skiing, Nordic skiing and snowboarding to help members review how the 2012/13 season ended…
Sports Marketing Surveys USA Partners with AA Data Company
Sports Marketing Surveys USA (SMS USA) entered into a partnership arrangement with AA Data Company LLC, based in Grass Valley, CA. AA Data is the leading provider of retail audit sales information to the surf and skateboard industry through its ActionWatc
Firearm Industry Affected by Government Shutdown
According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation federal agencies that provide customer services to the firearms and ammunition industry are affected by the government shutdown in a number of ways.
Leica Sports Optics Names Brian Bell National Sales Manager
Leica Sports Optics, a leading manufacturer of high quality binoculars, rifle scopes, spotting scopes and rangefinders announces Brian E. Bell as National Sales Manager for its U.S. division.
Fila Sign Multi-Year Partnership with JTCC
Fila and The Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC) announced a multi-year agreement to promote Fila’s performance tennis apparel, footwear and accessories at one of the nation’s top USTA Regional Training programs…
