Vibram Debuts Making-Of Bikila Microsite
Vibram FiveFingers has launched a Youtube video detailing the making of its controversial barefoot running microsite in honor of their first revolutionary running model, the Bikila. At www.youarethetechnology.com, two fit athletes sport nothing but Vibram
Airwalk Signs Skateboard Icon Mike Vallely
Colorado-based youth lifestyle brand Airwalk announced the return of skateboarding legend Mike Vallely (Mike V.) to the brand's team roster. He originally rode for Airwalk in 1988 and returns to the family more than 20 years later…
Yue Yuen Fiscal Q1 Gross Margins Narrow Even as ASPs Increase
Hong Kong-based Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited reported that revenues jumped another 28.9% in the first quarter ended Dec. 31 on top of a 28% increase in the prior-year quarter…
Oakley Sees Accelerating Growth in 2011
Sales of Oakley sunglass rose 12% in 2010, with sales of its prescription, goggle and accessories rising 15%, 32% and 24% respectively, parent company Luxottica Group disclosed last week in a conference call held to review its 2010 results…
Crocs Shareholder Suit Dismissed
The United States District Court for the District of Colorado dismissed a shareholder law suit against Crocs, Inc. last week in a ruling that marked an end to a difficult chapter for the company and its once high-flying stock…
Sporting Goods Segment Boosts Escalade Inc. to Top-Line Growth in Fourth Quarter
Escalade, Inc. said a continued focus on product innovation and brand marketing along with notable strength from its sporting good segment doubled earnings for the fiscal fourth quarter ended Dec. 25…
Gordon Brothers to Liquidate Rugged Bear Stores
Gordon Brothers began going-out-of-business sales Friday at all 29 Rugged Bear stores after no one emerged to best its stalking-horse bid at a Chapter 11 bankruptcy hearing…
Russell, Brooks Fruit of the Loom Parent Sees Earnings Climb in 2010
In its annual report, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. said its Fruit of the Loom Inc. subsidiary saw operating earnings improve “significantly” in 2010 due to improved manufacturing efficiencies and cost management efforts…
RECALL: Baby Jogger Seats
Baby Jogger LLC of Ricmond, VA. is recalling about 1,545 of its Baby Jogger Jump Seats in the United States and 450 in Canada after reports that they fail to properly lock in place, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canad
Petzl to Sponsor Ragnar Relay Series
Ragnar Relay Series, the nation's top provider of overnight relay races, announced that Petzl, the manufacturer of headlamps, will be the Official Headlamp of the 2011 Ragnar Relay Series…
Ryka to Debut Kelly Ripa TV Spots
Ryka plans to premiere its first-ever national TV spot with “Live” TV star Kelly Ripa in April as part of a comprehensive spring campaign breaking in time for Mother's Day 2011…
AAFA Appoints New Chairman
The American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) has named Rick Darling as board of directors chairman, replacing Killick Datta…
1% for the Planet Members Boost Giving by 40% in 2010
1% for the Planet said its environmental donations grew by 40%. The organization is a network of companies in 43 countries who pledge to give at least 1% of their revenue to environmental causes. In the last three years, more than one company a day has jo
Montrail Launches E-Commerce
Montrail, which is owned by Columbia Sportswear, announced the official launch of Montrail.com, a new e-commerce site where consumers can learn about and buy Montrail products online directly from the company…
Andy Zimmerman Leaves Legacy Paddlesports
Legacy Paddlesports LLC announced that Andy Zimmerman has decided to leave the company to pursue other interests. Zimmerman is a founder of Legacy and will retain his ownership stake in the company…
