SGB Update Footwear

Black Diamond Announces New Distributor in Chile

Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., a global leader in the climbing and freeride ski markets, announces that Tatoo Adventure Gear will become the exclusive distributor for Black Diamond climbing and mountain equipment in Chile, effective Aug. 1 2009…

FINA Bans Use of Record-Breaking Swimsuit Technology

The Fédération Internationale de Natation (FINA) has agreed to ban the record-breaking swimsuit technology that led to 108 world records last year and almost 30 already this year, according to reports from several sources including the Associated Press…

Outdoor Channel and Mossy Oak Renew Strategic Partnership

Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc. has entered into a multi-year strategic partnership with Mossy Oak, creators of the Mossy Oak Brand Camouflage and producers of some of television’s most highly regarded hunting programs, including one of the top-rated shows

Bikes Belong Finds About Half of Skateparks Deny BMX Access

According to a survey from Bikes Belong, 43% of the skateparks responding said they’ve successfully integrated biking and skating. Bikes Belong surveyed nearly 100 skatepark managers from 30 states to learn why bike use is restricted and what strategies s

U.S. Census Bureau: Sporting Goods Sales Slide in May

For the fourth consecutive month, the Monthly Retail Trade Survey, prepared by the U.S. Census Bureau, reported a drop in sales in sporting goods stores. For the most recent reporting month (May), sales fell 3.9% after dropping 1.0% in April, 2.2% in Marc

Pony Partners with Animated Film

Pony Inc. is partnering with Focus Features to create a limited-edition sneaker in conjunction with the upcoming animated movie “9.”…

Cybex Posts $2.1mm Loss in Second Quarter

Cybex International, Inc. reported loss of $2.1 million in the second quarter on a 16% slide in sales. The maker of exercise equipment also said it is in violation of certain financial covenants in its loan agreements and is negotiating with its banks…

RECALL: Stamina Elliptical Machines

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, along with Stamina Products Inc., announced a voluntary recall of about 11,000 elliptical cross trainers…