BST Bikes Names Karklins GM

BST Bikes, LLC has hired Tony Karklins as general manager, giving him responsibilities for overseeing strategy and operations for the Ellsworth Handcrafted Bicycles and Synergy Nano brands…

Cycle Gear Sold to PE Group

Cycle Gear, Inc., a leading provider of motorcycle apparel, parts and accessories with 112 stores in 34 states, has been sold to J.W. Childs Associates, L.P.. The buyout firm acquired majority interest from Harvest Partners, LP…

Omnichannel and Sports Mingle at NRF Big Show

At the NRF Big Show in New York City from Jan. 11 to Jan. 14, the big topics were omnichannel retailing and the digital shopper. But a few sporting goods insiders attended and even some sports retail trends were discussed at the event. The one session dea

Marker Völkl to Acquire Dalbello

Marker Völkl, a unit of Jarden Corp.'s Outdoor segment, entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the Dalbello Group, a family-owned Italian business known for its ski boots…

Puma Sued by Former Childrenswear Licensee

Puma is being sued by Parigi Group Ltd., the former licensee of Puma Kids, for breach of contract and defamation. Parigi is also suing United Legwear & Apparel Co. On Jan. 5, Puma and United Legwear & Apparel Co. annoucned they were entering into a joint