Coleman Buys Australia’s Esky brand
Coleman, a division of Jarden Corp., acquired the Esky coolers brand from Nylex Ltd and plans to expand the iconic Australian brand internationally. Terms were not disclosed. Nylex is currently in receivership…
Costco’s U.S. Comps Slide 6%
Costco Wholesale Corp reported a 6% decline in same-store sales in June. Same-store sales at its U.S. locations decreased 6%, while international division sales fell 3%. Excluding the negative impact from gasoline price deflation, it said U.S. comparable
Kohl’s Same-Store Sales Slide 5.6%
Kohl’s Corp. reported same-store sales slid 5.6% during the month of June. Net sales were down 1.5% to $1.47 billion from $1.49 billion…
Saks Sees 3.8% June Comp Decline
Saks Inc.'s sales totaled $230.2 million for the five weeks ended July 4 compared to $239.3 million a year ago, a 3.8% decrease. Comparable store sales decreased 4.4% for the month…
JC Penney Reports June Comps Slide 8.2%
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. reported comparable store sales decreased 8.2% for the five weeks ended July 4, 2009, slightly better than the company’s guidance for sales to decrease 9% to 12% and compared to a 2.4 percent decrease last year. Total sales in J
TYR Proceeds with Civil Action Against FINA
TYR said in a statement that it has instructed its legal counsel to file a complaint against FINA “in the interest of fairness, and out of responsibility to our athletes.” The swimsuit manufacturer says FINA, which is the international governing body for
Rocky Signs Distribution Deal For Hunting Gear In UK
Rocky Brands, Inc. has entered into a new, multi-year distribution agreement with United Kingdom-based Garlands, a distributor of hunting apparel and sporting goods…
2009 Adventure Travel World Summit Set for October 19-22
Keynote addresses at the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)’s 2009 Summit – themed, “Out in Front” – in Charlevoix, Qubec Province, Canada, will be delivered by famed Qubec natives Daniel Gauthier and Sir Hubert Reeves. The event is being held from
Report Urges Investing Billions in Natural Treasures
A report released by The Outdoor Resources Review Group recommended allocating at least $3.2 billion annually – up from current funding of about $255 million – to conserve and protect the nation's outdoor heritage, including parks, wildlife refuges a
Remington Announces Proposed Redemption of 10½% Senior Notes due 2011
Remington Arms Company, Inc., an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Freedom Group, Inc., said it intends to redeem all of its outstanding $200 million 10½% Senior Notes due 2011…
Gildan Activewear Wins Insider Trading Ruling
A federal judge in Manhattan dismissed a class action accusing Gildan Activewear and two executives of insider trading…
Lands’ End Sponsors Race to Mackinac
Lands' End returns for its seventh year as presenting sponsor of the Chicago Yacht Club's Race to Mackinac. The 101st running of the race sets sail from Chicago on July 18…
Saucony, New Balance and Nike Honored at Fleet Feet Conference
At its annual National Franchise Conference, Fleet Feet, Inc. honored Saucony as its Footwear Vendor of the Year at the annual awards dinner. New Balance and Nike also received awards. New Balance was recognized for their support of the No Boundaries Nati
Silent Auction Set for Andy Knapp’s Memorial Fund
A silent auction is being held to benefit Andy Knapp's memorial fund to help defray some of the significant medical bills that piled up during his illness. As reported, the long time head buyer of hardgoods at Midwest Mountaineering in Minneapolis p
Hi-Tec Sees Outdoor Biz Expanding
Hi-Tec plc is reporting that worldwide wholesale revenues rose 9% to approximately $240 million in 2008 from approximately $220 million in 2007. The company reported that U.S. wholesale revenues declined 14% to approximately $50 million in 2008 from roug
