As reported in May, overall sales for the entire winter sport market (including specialty and chain stores) were up 4% in dollars to $2.3 billion for the August 2005 through March 2006 period, according to the SIA Retail Audit, conducted by Leisure Trends
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Finish Line Q1 Net Falls 65%
The Finish Line, Inc. reported net income for the first quarter of $4.4 million or 9 cents per diluted share, down 65.4% from $12.7 million or 26 cents per diluted share reported for the same period last year. Consolidated net sales decreased 1% to $289.0
Oakley to Re-Brand Sunglass Retail Chains
Oakley, Inc. wil begin a strategic initiative to create the second largest U.S. sunglass specialty retail chain by re-branding its multi-brand, sunglass specialty retail store concepts under one name: 'Sunglass Icon.'
REI to Open Third San Diego Area Store
Recreational Equipment, Inc. plans to open a store in Chula Vista, Calif., at the Otay Ranch Town Center at the intersection of Eastlake and Olympic Parkways in the fall of 2006. The 26,000 square-foot store will employ about 55 full- and part-time staff.
Rocky Brands Licenses Zumfoot Brand for Casual Footwear
Rocky Brands, Inc. has signed a licensing agreement with Sole Matters, LLC, for Rocky to produce, market, and distribute a line of men's and women's casual footwear under the brand name Zumfoot. Sole Matters, LLC operates nine lifestyle footwear
Perry Ellis Appoints Gleason as Licensing President
Perry Ellis International Inc. appointed Mary Gleason as president of licensing. Gleason, a veteran brand-builder and fashion industry executive, will report directly to George Feldenkreis, chairman and chief executive officer.
Cybex Sees End of Kirila Litigation; Plans New Facility…
After the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a March 2004 ruling that found Cybex International, Inc. owed approximately $2.5 million in its case against Kirila, et al. late last month, the company filed a Petition for Allowance of Appeal. The Court
Puma Looks for Even More World Cup Exposure…
Puma AG is wasting no time in capitalizing on its expanded presence in the 2006 World Cup that is being held this month on its home soil, announcing last week that it is already ramping up its efforts for the 2010 World Cup 2010 to be held in South Africa
Cloudveil Adds Weight to Sales Team
Cloudveil Mountain Works, Inc. hired Rich Weight as its new Director of Sales as well as the completion of its consolidation and expansion of offices in Jackson. Weight comes from Chaco, where he was the Director of Sales and active in the growth and bran
Lolë Hires New Ontario Sales Rep
Following Lolë’s rapid expansion and growth in Canada, Coalision has announced that Katie Horan, of CJ Horan Sales and Marketing inc. will now head up the sales as the exclusive Lolë sales representative for the Southwestern and Toronto territory…
Esquif Canoes Adds Heikenen to Sales Team
Esquif Canoes hired Brian Heikenen, based out of Madison, WI, as Mid Western US Sales Representative. Brian comes to Esquif Canoes with experience in retail and open boat instruction with some of the leading Paddlesports Specialty shops in the Midwest. B
Puma Prepares for the 2010 World Cup
For PUMA, preparations are already underway for the World Cup 2010 in South Africa. PUMA has set a dual goal of furthering support for African football and continuing to gain market share. PUMA estimates the potential turnover in Africa at four times high
Tum Yeto Ends Pig Wood ‘Pro’
Tum Yeto announces the closure of the Pig Wood “Pro” program. After three years of development the company has decided to end this division of the Pig Brand and focus its efforts on the long-time mainstays of Pig, which are premium wheels, bearings, bags
Timberland Acquires GoLite Trademarks; Launches GoLite Footwear
Timberland will introduce a new line of footwear for trail running under the GoLite brand. In connection with this, Timberland has acquired certain assets of GoLite LLC, including trademarks, for an undisclosed amount. GoLite footwear will be managed out
Ashworth Reduces Discounts to Boost Q2 Margins…
Ashworth shifted its selling strategy during the quarter, selling more full-priced product and fewer discounts, which in turn led to a strong improvement in margins. The Ashworth brand itself experienced slight weakness in green grass accounts, but other
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