SGB Update Footwear
Jackson Kayak Names VP of Sales
Jackson Kayak recently promoted Marty Cronin to vice president of sales for both the whitewater and recreation/touring divisions. Cronin, who has been with the company since its inception, formerly held the post of vice president of sales and marketing of
Accell Group Expects Higher Turnover and Profit
European bicycle maker Accell Group reiterated that it expects a higher turnover and an increase in net profit of around 10% compared to 2008. Still the company said fitness sales were down, in part because distributors could not obtain financing to buy i
James Curcuruto Joins NSSF as Dir. of Industry Research and Analysis
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has appointed James Curcuruto as director, industry research and analysis. The association saifd Curcuruto brings more than 15 years experience in the research, analysis, sales, marketing and advertising fiel
Powdr Corp. Agrees to Buy Copper Mountain
Intrawest and Powdr Corp announced they have entered into a definitive purchase agreement to sell Intrawest’s interests in Copper Mountain to Powdr Corp. The transaction is anticipated to close in December 2009 and is subject to the issuance of a U
Famous Footwear’s Joe Wood to Retire, Brown Shoe Hikes Q3 Guidance
Brown Shoe Company, Inc. announced that division President-Retail Joe Wood plans to retire in 2010. Rick Ausick will assume the role of Division President-Famous Footwear. Brown Shoe also said it expects third quarter earnings to increase over year-ago le
Timberland Targets UN Leaders With Online Campaign
The Timberland Company launched an online campaign, dubbed Don’t Tell Us It Can’t Be Done, to encourage people to challenge government leaders attending the United Nation’s Conference on Climate Change (COP15) in Copenhagen this December
Heelys Woes Continue as Q3 Domestic GM Nears Zero; Japan Keeps International Alive
Heelys, Inc. continued to swirl deeper into insignificance in the third quarter as domestic sales plummeted nearly 83% and the company came close to losing money on every pair it sold in the U.S. as gross margins approached zero percent of sales…
Nike Inks Arkansas to Apparel and Footwear Deal
The University of Arkansas will enter into an all-sports apparel and footwear contract with Nike, beginning July, 2010. The Razorbacks’ existing deal with Adidas expires June 30, 2010…
Asics Corp. Q2 Sales Fall 10.2%
Asics Corporation posted a 10.8% decrease in revenues for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30. Total consolidated worldwide revenues were ¥110.8 billion ($1.18 bn), compared to ¥124.2 billion ($1.23 bn) in the year-ago quarter…
Backcountry.com Finding Profitable Growth Amid the Recession
Although it's seeing some price resistance along with many other retailers, Backcountry.com continues to generate sales gains year-to-date and remains profitable. Backcountry.com's parent, Liberty Media, reported third quarter results last week
Cerf Bros. Files for Chapter 11, Puts Itself Up for Sale
Cerf Bros. Bag Co, a 94-year-old manufacturer of packs, weapons cases, field & blind bags, travel gear, decoy bags and accessories for hunting and camping, has filed a bankruptcy petition and put its assets up for sale…
Backcountry.com Parent Finding Profitable Growth Amid the Recession
Although it's seeing some price resistance along with many other retailers, Backcountry.com continues to generate sales gains year-to-date and remains profitable…
OIWC Opens Nominations For 2010 Women’s Leadership Awards At SIA
The Outdoor Industries Women's Coalition is accepting nominations for the 2010 SnowSports Industry Pioneering Woman and First Ascent awards…
Mueller Introduces “Mueller Green” Braces
Mueller Sports Medicine said it has introduced a line of athletic braces and supports made primarily from recycled plastic bottles and other recycled substances. Called Mueller Green, the new products also feature a core made from non-petroleum based mate
Winchester Wins “(Ammo) Manufacturer of the Year”
For the second consecutive year, Winchester Ammunition has been awarded the Ammunition Manufacturer of the Year award by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW)…
