OR Winter Market: Boots Pushing Minimalism in Construction and Feel
The buzz at the footwear booths at the recent Outdoor Retailer Winter Market was all around 'barefoot' and its close cousin 'minimalist.' So it may not be surprising that ever lightweight models continue to work their way into the boot
NBS Names VP of Outdoor Division
NBS said Rand Whitney has joined the NBS Team as VP of its outdoor division. NBA said Whitney's experience in the outdoor Industry is extensive, having formerly served as vice president for High Sierra Sport Co., sales & marketing director for LaFum
Margolis Leaves Cherokee After 30 Years
Robert Margolis, who co-founded Cherokee Inc, in 1981, is stepping down as the executive chairman of the board of directors and leaving the company, the company announced. Cherokee also said it slashed its quarterly dividend in order to invest in the busi
Under Armour to Acquire Entire Tide Point Complex
Under Armour will announce that it will buy the entire Tide Point waterfront office complex in South Baltimore with plans to turn it into a palatial corporate campus, according to a report in the Baltimore Sun. Under Armour already occupies nearly half of
Confluence Watersports Named Grassroots Alliance Vendor
Confluence Watersports has become the latest vendor partner of the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, which represents dozens of retailers operating approximately 70 outdoor specialty stores nationwide…
Oscar Robertson Joins Former College Athletes Suing NCAA
Hall of Fame basketball player Oscar Robertson has joined a lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Collegiate Licensing Co. and Electronic Arts Inc. for the alleged illegal use of their images…
Warrior Hockey Signs Henrik Zetterberg to Endorsement Deal
Warrior Hockey, which is owned by New Balance, signed Detroit Red Wing center Henrik Zetterberg to its roster of sponsored players…
Skechers to Air Super Bowl Commercial Featuring Kim Kardashian
Skechers will air a commercial for its Shape-Ups collection during the Super Bowl. It features its first TV campaign featuring reality TV star, Kim Kardashian…
NRF Welcomes Obama’s Recognition of Retail’s Role in Job Creation
The National Retail Federation said it welcomed President Obama's recognition of the importance of the retail industry to job creation in his State of the Union address, and pledged to work with the White House on initiatives to promote continuation
Poll: Most Americans Still Prefer Following Pro Football, but Popularity May Be Waning
Three in ten Americans who follow at least one sport (31%) say professional football is their favorite sport while 17% say baseball, according to a Harris Interactive…
SHOT Show 2011 Boasts Quality — Not Quantity — for 2011 Product Lineups
The 33rd edition of the Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show hosted by the National Shooting Sports Foundation wrapped up Friday and there were plenty of storylines that emerged from the largest trade show for shooting sports professionals…
Fortune Top Places to Work List Again Honors Zappos, REI, and Gore
Zappos.com, REI and W.L. Gore & Associates again made Fortune magazine’s 2011 list of “100 Best Companies to Work For.” …
Easton-Bell Promotes Steve Bigelow to President, Action Sports
Easton-Bell Sports, Inc. announced that Steve Bigelow has been named president – Action Sports, effective immediately. The company's Action Sports business unit located in Scotts Valley, CA, includes the Giro, Bell, Blackburn and Easton Cycling Brand
American Smooth Wave Acquires Shoe Brand Ailibao
American Smoothwave Ventures, Inc., based in Palm Desert, CA, has acquired Ailibao International Investment Limited, a British Virgin Islands company. Through its PRC subsidiaries and controlled companies, Ailibao International Investment Limited designs
SUFFER Receives Upgrade from OTCMarkets
SUFFER, the MMA apparel and gear maker, received notice from OTCMarkets that the company's reporting status was going to be upgraded to “current information.”…
