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Scott Sports Acquires Syncros
Scott Sports announced it will shift gears in the aftermarket bike accessories business and take over the Syncros brand to become a major supplier in the parts and accessories market…
Russell Unveils Semper Fidelis On-Field Apparel
Russell Athletic, a division of Russell Brands, LLC, and the official uniform and apparel sponsor of the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl, unveiled the on-field apparel to be worn at the Jan. 3 game between the East and West all-star squads…
Eastman Outdoors Appoints New Leadership Team
Eastman Outdoors, which makes cookware for the outdoors, named Rob Eastman as chairman and chief executive officer and Erik Eastman as vice president. As chairman and CEO, Eastman is responsible for leading the company and building the value of Eastman Ou
Boycott Prompts Petzl America to Distance Itself from Online Piracy Bill
After its name appeared on a boycott list, Petzl America said last week it does not support the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA; H.R. 3261), although it continues to back legislation that would help reduce the theft of intellectual property, production of co
REI Foundation Awards $50,000 to The Mountaineers
The REI Foundation awarded its annual $50,000 Mary Anderson Legacy Grant to The Mountaineers, the Seattle-based outdoor education, recreation and conservation nonprofit founded in 1906. Lloyd and Mary Anderson enrolled in the nonprofit’s first basic
Raids Net $77 Million in Counterfeit Goods
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) announced the seizure of more than 327,000 counterfeit items with a manufacturer's suggested retail price worth an estimated $76.8 million. The haul included
ComScore: Online Holiday Sales Up 15 Percent Through Dec. 25
ComScore estimated holiday season retail e-commerce spending rose 16 percent to $2.8 billion last week and 15 percent for the Nov. 1 through Dec. 26 period…
OBIT: Roger Buchika, 67, Passes
Former competitive ski champion and retailer Roger Buchika of Atkinson, NH died Dec. 18 at the age of 67. A dominant skier as an undergraduate at Middlebury College in Vermont, Buchika went on to become one the sports biggest advocates and promoters in Ne
New Air Jordans Cause US-Wide Riot Frenzy
The release of Nike's new Air Jordan Concord sneakers triggered mayhem at retailers across the country, with police being called to many locations. In cities from North Carolina to Washington state, crowds pushed, fought or rushed the doors to buy th
Asics to Sponsor Honda LA Marathon
Asics America Corporation announced its partnership with the Honda LA Marathon as the official apparel and footwear sponsor. This will be Asics’ first sponsorship of the iconic “Stadium to the Sea” race that will take place Sunday, Mar. 18, 2012…
Spyder Names Ehmkes Rep of the Year
Sypder recognized Bill and Jane Ehmke as its Rep of the Year by awarding the husband and wife rep group a matte black 2011 Audi Q5 adorned with custom Spyder logo treatments. The Ehmkes have represented Spyder since…
Teva Enters the Japanese Market
Officially available at retail March 2012, Teva, a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation, was re-launched in Japan this week with a special kick-off celebration in Roppongi, Tokyo…
Liberty Mountain Joins Grassroots Outdoor Alliance
Liberty Mountain has joined Grassroots Outdoor Alliance as a vendor partner following its acquisition of competitor Peregrine Outfitters, which had only joined the retailer group last year…
Finish Line’s Earnings Rose 34 Percent on 7.7 Percent Comp Gain
The Finish Line, Inc. reported revenues rose 8.1 percent in the third quarter ended Nov. 26, to $282.0 million from $260.9 million a year ago. Comparable store sales increased 7.7 percent on top of an increase of 10.1 percent for the same period a year ag
PrimaLoft Adds Fashion Rep
PrimaLoft announced the addition of Jennifer Ryan as the new force behind fashion sales representation for the brand…
