SGB Update Outdoor
Planet Dog Creates New Philanthropic Arm
In order to expand their philanthropic program nationally, Planet Dog has created the Planet Dog Foundation (PDF). PDF will take the place of Planet Dog Philanthropy (PDP), Planet Dog's non-profit arm, and is the result of a re-focused mission and r
DSW Inc. Shuffles Executive Suite
DSW Inc. has promoted two key executives and named two new officers as part of what they say is an ongoing initiative to position the company for continued growth and increased profitability. Debbie Ferree has been named Vice Chair and will retain her ro
Wham-O Acquired by Hong Kong Investment Firm
Wham-O, Inc., the manufacturer of Frisbee, the Original Slip 'N Slide, Hula Hoop and Hacky Sack, among other innovative fun products, announced that an affiliate of Cornerstone Overseas Investments Limited had completed the acquisition of the busines
Nautilus to Fall Well Short of Q4 Guidance
Nautilus, Inc. announced that, based upon preliminary information, it expects fourth quarter 2005 net sales in the range of $179 million to $183 million, with corresponding earnings per share in the 7 cents to 12 cents range. The company's previous f
Court Affirms $2.5 Million Judgment Against Cybex
Cybex International, Inc. announced that the Superior Court of Pennsylvania has affirmed the previously reported $2,452,783 judgment entered March 31, 2004 against the company in the Kirila v. Cybex International, Inc. litigation. Cybex said it continues
ICON Narrows Fiscal Q2 Loss Despite Sales Decline
ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. reported net sales declined 6.4% to $265.4 million for the fiscal second quarter ended December 3, 2005, compared to $283.4 million for the prior-year period. ICON posted a $5.9 million net loss for the fiscal Q2 period, compa
Realm Holdings Signs Japan License with Itochu
Realm Holdings, LLC, owner of The Realm trademarks, has signed an exclusive licensing contract with Itochu Corporation of Japan for distribution of Realm apparel and accessories in Japan. The company believes that through an expanded unified effort of The
U.S. Alpine Team to be Named at SIA.06
SnowSports Industries America announced that the United States Ski and Snowboard Association will officially name the U.S. Olympic Alpine Ski Team at the SIA.06 SnowSports Trade Show, January 23-26, 2006, at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nev.
Cascade Designs Makes Two Key Promotions
Cascade Designs recently made two key promotions. Schuyler Horton has been promoted to Vice President, Outdoor Sales and Bill Conradt to Director of North American Sales. As the V.P. of Outdoor Sales, Horton will oversee global sales and help the product
Sessions Uses RECCO in Entire Apparel Line
Sessions will become the first core snowboard brand to integrate RECCO reflectors into a complete range of outerwear styles with their 2006-'07 line…
Outdoor Research Lands $1.8 Million Defense Contract
The U.S. Congress has passed the FY06 Department of Defense Appropriation Act which includes $1.8 million in funding support for the U.S. Marine Corps Contact Glove. Developed and manufactured by Outdoor Research, the PS150 Contact Glove with Polartec(R)
adidas Partners with Baden Sports for Inflatables
adidas America has entered an exclusive manufacturing partnership with Baden Sports Inc. for Baden to develop, source, and produce all inflatables for adidas in the United States with the exception of soccer balls. All products will be designed by adidas
Fleet Feet 2005 Comps Jump 14%; Moving Comfort Snags Apparel Vendor Award
Fleet Feet, Inc. recorded a 22% growth in overall sales in 2005, surpassing $52 million in revenue, compared to $43 million in 2004. Comparative stores sales in 2005 were up 14% on top of the 12% increase posted in 2004. Fourth quarter comps were up in t
Yue Yuen’s Fiscal 2005 Profits Increase 11% on 16% Sales Gain
Yue Yuen Industrial Holdings Limited announced its audited consolidated results for the year ended 30th September, 2005. Turnover rose year-on-year by 16% to $3,155 million and net profit increased by 2.2% year-onyear to $310.1 million for the fiscal year
Orage Nominated for ISPO Sports Style Award
For the second year in a row, the Canadian Ski Brand ORAGE is nominated for the Global Sports Style Award held during the ISPO Trade Show in Munich, Germany. This European Award honors Sports style as a trend segment and is awarded by an international jur
