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OnBoard Outfitters Launches Baby Line at MAGICkids
OnBoard Outfitters is launching its OnBoard Baby line at MAGICkids at the MAGIC Marketplace. OnBoard Baby is introducing a full line of baby carriers and diaper bags incorporating its patent-pending performance and adventure-tested fabrics NeoClene and Lu
SGMA Opposes 2nd Annual PEP Budget Cuts
Just as he did last year, the President has recommended the elimination of the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP) by 2008. The 2007 budget proposes only $26.4 million for PEP, the amount needed to fund previously-awarded, multi-year PEP grant
Brine Signs Clemens to Soccer RandD Team
Brine, Inc. signed an agreement with Mandy Clemens to join the Brine Soccer R&D Team. The 27-year-old San Diego native and Santa Clara University graduate will be prominently featured in Brine advertising, including their “Find Your Game” campaign. In add
Tod Swank, Owner of Tum Yeto, Acquires Watson Laminates
Watson Laminates has been acquired by Tod Swank, founder and owner of Tum Yeto, Inc., home of Foundation Skateboards, Toy Machine Bloodsucking Skateboard Company, Dekline Footware and Apparel, Pig Wood and Wheels, Ruckus Trucks and Deathbox Skateboards. T
K-Swiss Q4 Earnings Fall on Domestic Sales Weakness
K-Swiss Inc. net earnings for the fourth quarter of 2005 were $11.6 million or 33 cents per diluted share, compared with $15.6 million or 43 cents per diluted share, in the prior-year. For the fourth quarter of 2005, total worldwide revenues increased 4.5
Timberland Fourth Quarter Sales and Earnings Inch-Up
The Timberland Company reported fourth quarter net income of $46.9 million and diluted earnings per share of 71 cents, compared with fourth quarter 2004 net income of $45.0 million and diluted EPS of 64 cents. Fourth quarter revenue increased 2.3% over st
SIA.06 Wraps-Up; Attendance on-par with Last Year
As the SIA.06 SnowSports Show culminated on Thursday, January 26th, marking the conclusion of yet another successful year for attendees at the SIA SnowSports Trade Show. SIA reported that buyer attendance was on par with last year recording 4,725 buyers f
Oakley Launches New Multi-Brand Growth Strategy
Oakley, Inc. announced several strategic initiatives it believes will position the company for sustainable revenue growth, improved long-term earnings growth and return on investment. Within the context of those strategic initiatives, the company also pro
Royal Precision Owners Looking for Strategic Alternatives
Royal Associates, Inc., 100% owner of Royal Precision, today reports that it is seeking strategic alternatives to increase shareholder value. Royal Precision has substantially completed its plan to increase productivity and anticipates increased efficienc
Buff Headwear Plans U.S. Warehouse; Launches U.S.-Specific Catalog
In a move that will allow Original Buff Headwear to be more responsive to its U.S. dealers as it expands the brand in North America, the Barcelona-based manufacturer of the world’s most versatile performance headwear will begin warehousing products in the
Icebreaker Inks Sponsorship Deal with Sun Valley Heli Ski Guides
Icebreaker is joining forces with Sun Valley Heli Ski Guides as the official outfitter of performance layering for the company’s professional guides. Sun Valley Heli Ski Guides has been bringing skiers into untracked Sawtooth powder since 1966, and celeb
Wolverine Fourth Quarter Sales Climb 4.4%; Fiscal 2005 Exceeds $1 Billion
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. reported record revenue and earnings per share for its fourth quarter and 2005 fiscal year, marking its fifth consecutive year of record results.
For the fourth quarter of 2005, the Company reported revenue of $321.0 million, a
VF Corp. Revenue Climbs 4% on Outdoor Coalition Strength
VF Corporation announced record results for the fourth quarter and full year 2005. Net income in the fourth quarter rose to a record $127.5 million from $125.3 million, with earnings per share rising to $1.13 from $1.10. Total revenues increased 4% to a r
NRF: Ports Operating Smoothly; Projected Growth Causes Worries
In the middle of the slow season for container imports, the nation’s major retail container ports are operating without congestion but could face challenges ahead, according to the February Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation an
ATTA Hosts 2nd Annual Adventure Travel World Summit
The Adventure Travel Trade Association will host the second annual Adventure Travel World Summit in Seattle on October 19, 20 and 21, at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center on Elliot Bay…
