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Spalding and Sportsfield Specialties Announce Strategic Partnership
Spalding, a division of Russell Brands LLC, and Sports Specialties LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sportsfield Specialties Inc., based in Delhi, NY, announced an agreement making Sports Specialties the exclusive licensee for Spalding indoor sports cons
Zappos.com Targeted in Cyber Attack
Zappos.com CEO Tony Hsieh told the online retailers 24 million customers Sunday that the company was the victim of a cyber attack, but that the database that stores customers’ critical credit card and other payment data was not affected or accessed.
Warrior Replaces Adidas as Liverpool Sponsor
Warrior Sports reportedly reached a sponsorship deal with the English soccer club Liverpool, replacing Adidas. Warrior, owned by New Balance, is said to have paid £25 million a year for the rights, twice what Adidas currently pays…
Sierra Designs Hires Outdoor Industry Veteran Michael Glavin
Sierra Designs, long time manufacturer of backcountry equipment and apparel, has hired outdoor industry veteran Michael Glavin to the recently created vice president and brand manager position…
NSSF Expands ATF Compliance Consulting Program
When it comes to record keeping and maintaining internal controls, firearms retailers need to “sweat the details,” but the National Shooting Sports Foundation® reminds them that they don't have to go it alone…
Deadline for National Bike Week Scholarship Approaching
The deadline for submitting an application for a scholarship of up to $1,000 to attend the National Bike Summit is Jan. 30, according to the National Bike Dealers Association, or NBDA…
L.L. Bean Bootmobile Hits the Road
As the launch of its 100th Anniversary celebration draws near, outdoor retailer L.L. Bean debuted the “L.L. Bean Bootmobile” — a larger-than-life embodiment of its most iconic product. The 13-foot high and 20-foot long vehicle was revealed to employees a
Moosejaw to Unveil Massachusetts Store March 3
Moosejaw said staff at its newest brick-and-mortar store will use iPads and mobile POS systems so they can engage customers with online product reviews, check inventory at Moosejaw.com and then check out customers from the floor. The company will celebrat
HandM to Debut David Beckham Bodywear Ad
H&M will debut a 30-second ad during the Super Bowl to launch the new David Beckham Bodywear collection. The spot marks both H&M and David Beckham's inauguration into the Super Bowl advertising line-up. H&M recently announced a long-term alliance wi
Gagner to Manage The SportsOneSource Group’s New Sports and Outdoor Group
The SportsOneSource Group has appointed sporting goods and outdoor industry veteran Paul Gagner as president of the newly formed Sports & Outdoor Group. Gagner, who joined The SportsOneSource Group in October 2010, was named VP and general manager for the
NRF Forecasts Retail Industry Sales Growth of 3.4 Percent in 2012
Though high unemployment and uncertainty over the prospects for job growth will continue to dampen the outlook, the retail industry will still grow at a rate faster than many other industries. This year, retail industry sales will rise 3.4 percent, accord
Skechers Endorser Earns Spot on U.S. Olympic Team
Skechers USA, Inc. announced that elite runner and 2004 silver medalist Meb Keflezighi will be joining the U.S. Team in London after finishing first and setting a new personal record of 2:09:08 at the 2012 Houston Trials. Wearing Skechers GOrun racing fo
Zappos Data Breach Hits 24 Million Customers
Zappos.com said a hacker breached its customer database. More than 24 million customers of online shoe retailer Zappos.com received a notice last night that their personally identifiable information may have been stolen…
Lowa Featuring New Winter Boots at OR Winter Market
Lowa will be featuring their 2012-2013 new winter boots at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Salt Lake City…
Riddell Acquires Gunther’s Athletic Service
Riddell has acquired Gunther's Athletic Service, of Anaheim, CA, a West Coast leader in helmet and protective reconditioning, and sales of sporting goods, uniforms and equipment. Riddell will maintain operations at Gunther's facility in Anaheim
