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Filson Partners with Levi’s on Workwear Collection
Levi's announced a new design partnership and exclusive menswear collection with Seattle-based outdoors outfitter Filson. The Levi's Workwear by Filson range of men's apparel utilizes Levi's workwear origins and silhouettes, while util
Callaway Q2 Sales, Profits Slightly Up on Easy Comparisons; Outlook Conservative
Callaway Golf saw second quarter sales inch up slightly and profits edge past expectations, but company management said they were disappointed in the continued lethargy of the golf industry as the brand wrapped up its all-important second quarter…
Golfsmith Second Quarter Profits Sink on Slipping Comps
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. reported slight sales growth for the fiscal second quarter ended July 3, but noted that improvement was driven by the addition of four new storefronts – not a rebounding selling environment…
Shimano Corp. Second Quarter Gets a Boost from Cycling Rebound
A rebound in global bicycle production lifted Shimano Corp. in the second quarter ended June 30, according to an analysis of its first-half financial report…
NSGA Forms Hockey Dealers Association
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) launched the Hockey Dealers Association (HDA) to create a platform for hockey retailers to share views and ideas….
Luxottica Posts Solid Q2 Profit Growth on Strong Sales Gains
Luxottica announced net profit in the second quarter rose 30% as the manufacturer and retailer of sunglass products escaped the second quarter with the promise of a better fiscal year..
Passed by Senate, MTB Bill Now Headed to Obama
The long-delayed Miscellaneous Trade Bill is on its way to President Obama’s desk after passage by the U.S. Senate last week. Titled the “U.S. Manufacturing Enhancement Act of 2010,” the bill restores duty relief that expired Jan. 1 for
Firearms Bill Heads to the Senate
The National Shooting Sports Foundation and the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms urged the Senate to pass the Firearms Excise Tax Improvement Act of 2010 (HR 5552)…
NSGA: SG Sales Climb 38% from 2002-2007
Sporting goods store sales grew 38% in the U.S. during the five-year period 2002-2007, according to an NSGA analysis of just released U.S. Census of Retail data. Sales in sporting goods stores, which include full-line and specialty sports shops, rose to $
Call to Fight Privatization of Vermont Wildlife
Orion The Hunters' Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to upholding hunting by providing intellectual leadership on hunting-related issues, said recent legislation passed in Vermont jeopardizes the public's right to collective ownershi
Amanda Beard to Endorse Aqua Sphere
Amanda Beard, the four-time Olympic swimmer and new mom, has signed on to become the new face of Aqua Sphere. Beard had long been sponsored by Speedo…
Hydrapak Hires Sales and Marketing Manager
Hydrapak, a hydration equipment supplier within the sporting goods, outdoor, and military markets, announced several promotions within its sales, marketing, and logistics departments. Hydrapak has promoted David Kim to sales and marketing manager and Jim
DC/Jack’s Surfboards Partner Around Shoe Benefit
DC Shoes has partnered with local Jack's Surfboards locations for a shoe promotion benefiting the Soles4Souls foundation…
Backcountry.com Launches Vendor Social Hubs
With manufacturers looking for new ways to leverage and distribute their brand content, Backcountry.com, in partnership with The North Face, launched their first Vendor Social Hub, a next generation merchandising program that gives manufacturers one hyper
Columbia, Crocs Settle Lawsuit
Columbia Sportswear Company said it has resolved its pending claims against Crocs, Inc. in Multnomah County Circuit Court in Portland, OR. The case arose because Crocs hired a Columbia employee as an independent contractor while he was working for Columbi
