Dick’s SG Appoints CFO

Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. announced that Andre J. Hawaux will join the company in June, 2013 as EVP, finance, administration and chief financial officer…

Brooks-Range Avalanche Safety Gauge Awarded Patent

Brooks-Range Mountaineering Equipment Co. has been awarded Design Patent D US 663,225 S by the United States Patent Office for its Brooks-Range Snow Density Gauge, which helps safety experts gauge avalanche risk by measuring the moisture of the snow pack.

Orvis Agrees to Acquire Two Brands from 3M

The Orvis Company, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Scientific Anglers and Ross Reels businesses from 3M. Both business will continue to operate independently from their existing locations…

Outdoor Retailers Releases Winter Market Attendance Data

Outdoor Retailer (OR) reports that attendance at its Winter Market grew 1 percent as a 23 percent increase in international buyers and a 16 percent increase in the number of Northeast retailers more than offset a 6 percent decline in drive-in attendees…

RECALL: 623 Aura Pro Handlebars Used on P-Series Bikes

Cervélo Cycles Inc. of Toronto, Canada is recalling about 623 Aura Pro Handlebars used as original equipment on two of its bikes because their clamps can detach during riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury…

Amer Sports Shows Modest Growth in Q1

Amer Sports Corp. reported first-quarter revenues inched ahead 0.7 percent to €493.0 million ($640 mm), or 2 percent in currency neutral terms. Strong growth in Apparel, Emerging Markets, and Business to Consumer, were offset by a decline in Team Sp

MoGo Sport Signs Colin Kaepernick as Endorser

MoGo Sport, the company that introduced the world’s first flavored mouthguard in 2011, announced that star quarterback Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers will serve as a brand ambassador for the company…

L.L.Bean Commits $150,000 to One Fund Boston

L.L.Bean announced Wednesday a $150,000 commitment to The One Fund Boston, an organization established by Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Thomas Menino to raise funds for people and families affected by last week’s bombings nea

Chaco Names 2013 Ambassador Team

Chaco launched its 2013 Ambassador Team, a group of passionate individuals who represent Chaco by enriching their lives through outdoor adventure, travel, and community. Comprised of on-water professional athletes, modern-day nomads, and outdoor educators