Firearms Industry Eyes 45% Economic Boost
At a Capitol Hill breakfast briefing last week, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) released a newly commissioned report detailing the significant economic impact the firearms and ammunition industry has on the nation's and each state'
Osprey Hires Bike Sales Manager
Osprey Packs appointed Patrick Piller as bike sales manager, a new position. Previously, Piller has served in several leadership positions in the industry, including sales manager for Tifosi Optics, brand manager for Light & Motion Bike Lighting Systems,
UnitedHealth to Pay YMCAs that Offer Diabetes Prevention Program
In this first of its kind collaboration, UnitedHealth Group will reimburse YMCAs offering the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program. YMCAs will receive reimbursement for each participant who is referred through the Alliance, with performance-based metr
Nike Sued Over Milk-Crate Design
Streetwear maker Milkcrate Athletics Inc. has sued Nike Inc. because its LeBron V footwear is “confusingly similar” to its own. The lawsuit notes that Milkcrate uses a milk crate as its logo, while Nike's Zoom LeBron Soldier II has a milk-crate patte
Puma Net Soars in First Quarter, Hikes FY10 Guidance
Puma reported first-quarter net income that surpassed analysts' estimates and raised its 2010 guidance…
Rock/Creek Manager to Present Next Outdoor University Webinar
The marketing and e-commerce director for Rock/Creek will present May 12 “Growing Outdoor Participation…And Your Customer Base,” a live Webinar offering from Outdoor Industry Association's Outdoor University aimed at helping specialty outdoor retaile
USDA Donates $500,000 to “More Kids in the Woods”
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA's Forest Service will contribute $500,000 in 2010 to the “More Kids in the Woods” program for projects that promote active lifestyles and connect kids to nature..
BLM Designates 2010 Free Days
In a bid to get Americans into the great outdoors and celebrate the 10th anniversary of the National Landscape Conservation System, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will waive visitor fees for a weekend in June, August, September and November…
NSGA: Firmer Pricing Stabilized Footwear Sales in 2009
Sales of hiking shoes/boots declined 16% to $873 million in 2009, according to NSGA’s soon-to-be-released “Sporting Goods Market in 2010.” The study found that despite a 4% decline in unit sales, the overall athletic and sports footwear
Glock Reports ‘Record Sales for FY10; Will Expand US Operations
Glock, Inc. issued a release recently confirming the company experienced “record sales in the 2010 fiscal year” ended March 2010. According to the release, Glock recorded earnings growth while also gaining market share…
Under Armour Raises Guidance on Strong Direct Sales Growth
According to Under Armour, direct-to-consumer sales outpaced total sales nearly fivefold, pushing up margins and profits despite continued declines of its footwear line. The strong performance prompted the company to up its guidance for 2011 revenue growt
Fortune Brands Says Q1 Sales Exceeded Expectations
Fortune Brands, Inc. raised the low end of its 2010 earnings estimate Tuesday citing first-quarter results that are substantially higher than the year-ago quarter. The company said its home products and distilled spirits brands drove the growth, but that
Heely’s Outsources Sourcing in China
Heelys, Inc. entered into a new sourcing agreement with TGB, a subsidiary of Anthony L & S. The agreement will be effective on all orders beginning May 1, 2010 and allow Heelys to close their sourcing office in northern China…
Hincapie Sportswear Names New England Rep
Hincapie Sportswear has hired Larry Merling as retail sales representatives for the brand in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island…
Shimano Sales Rise 11.4% in First Quarter
Shimano Inc.'s results for the first quarter indicate a quicker recovery in the bicycle business than the fishing business. The Japanese company's sales rose 11.4% to ¥50.2 billion ($553.7mm) in the first quarter ended March 31, 2010. However, w
