South Africa’s Holdsport Ltd Reports Strong Sales Growth
Holdsport Limited, which owns South Africa’s largest full-line sporting goods and outdoor specialty retailing chains, reported sales rose 10.5 percent to ZAR374.5 million ($45mm) in the year ended Feb. 28…
SIA Backcountry Committee Meeting Draws 40 to Denver
SnowSports Industries America (SIA), the snow sports industry’s member-owned trade association, convened its Backcountry Committee in Denver, Colo. this month for the second time since October 2012 to discuss best practices for communicating with th
TaylorMade-Adidas Releases Statement on Sergio Garcia
In wake of Sergio Garcia's remarks about Tiger Woods, TaylorMade-Adidas said in a statement, “Sergio Garcia's recent comment was offensive and in no way aligns with TaylorMade-Adidas Golf's values and corporate culture. We have spoken with
Study: Shoes’ Carbon Footprint Comes From Manufacturing Process
A typical pair of running shoes generates 30 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to keeping a 100-watt light bulb on for one week, according to a new MIT-led lifecycle assessment. But what’s surprising to researchers isn’t the size
Dick’s SG’s Q1 Comps Miss Plan
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. reported a modest gain in first-quarter earnings, in line with expectations. Adjusted for the shifted calendar due to the 53rd week in 2012, consolidated same store sales decreased 3.8 percent, compared to its guidance of
Stormy Kromer Partners with USA Ski Jumping
Stormy Kromer has signed on as the official lifestyle apparel sponsor of USA Ski Jumping and the official fashion wear supplier of Women's Ski Jumping USA…
Brown Shoe Sells Avia and Nevados
Shortly two years after buying both brands as part of its acquisition of American Sporting Goods (ASG), Brown Shoe Company, Inc. announced last week that it had sold Avia and Nevados for $74 million…
The BH Group Appoints Bob Whip as CEO of BH North America
The BH Group announced that with the recent move of CEO Steve Lindenau to head BH Bikes, Bob Whip will step into the role of CEO for BH North America…
Growth Draws Nike, Adidas and Under Armour into Sports and Fitness Monitor Market
Pumped up by demand from a wide range of users, including professional athletes and exercise enthusiasts, global shipments of sports and fitness monitors will rise to 56.2 million units in 2017, up from 43.8 million in 2013, according to a new report from
Target Canada to Carry Beaver Canoe Apparel
Target Canada is pleased to announce a new exclusive partnership with Beaver Canoe, a member of the Roots Canada family. The Beaver Canoe for Target collection will consist of apparel items for the entire family, as well as home décor products, a first f
Century 21 Opens New Smaller Concept Store at Jersey Gardens
Century 21 Department Store announced the opening of a new concept store at The Outlet Collection, Jersey Gardens in Elizabeth, NJ. With a smaller footprint, the new location..
REI Releases 2012 Stewardship Report
REI was able to achieve an absolute reduction of operational CO2 by 7.6 percent and a 53 ton decrease in its waste to landfill contributions in 2012 despite growing sales 7.4 percent, according to the company's 2012 Stewardship Report…
Spy Inc. Turnaround Gains Traction in First Quarter
Spy Inc. reported sales of its Spy-branded eyewear reached $9.0 million in the first quarter, up 14 percent,or $1.1 million, from the first quarter of 2012. Total company net sales increased by 11 percent or $0.9 million, to $9.0 million in the first quar
Connecticut Weighs $3 Million Loan to Keep Cannondale in State
Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced that the State Bond Commission will consider a $3 million loan to assist Cannondale Sports Unlimited (CSU) establish a new headquarters and add 75 new jobs in Wilton. The company will handle marketing, resea
Zamst Signs Pro Beach Volleyball Star
Zamst, the maker of sports protective equipment, announced an endorsement deal with pro beach volleyball player Whitney Pavlik. Pavlik was the #1 ranked female player…
