SGB Update Outdoor
TJX Posts Flat Sept. Comps; Names New President
The TJX Companies, Inc. reported September 2005 sales were $1.5 billion, up 6% over $1.4 billion posted last year. Comps for the month were flat with last year. TJX also announced the appointment of Carol Meyrowitz as president of The TJX Companies…
Easton Utilizes Nobel-Winning Technology
Easton Sports announced that Robert H. Grubbs along with two others won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for discoveries that let industry produce drugs and advanced plastics more efficiently. Easton, working under an exclusive arrangement with Materia, Inc.
Wolverine Third Quarter Sales Climb 7%; Increases Full-Year Guidance
Wolverine World Wide third quarter 2005 revenue totaled $279.1 million, a 7.0% increase over third quarter 2004 revenue of $260.9 million. Earnings per share for the third quarter of 2005 were 42 cents compared to 37 cents reported for the third quarter o
Winterstick Hires Two New Reps
Winterstick hired two new sales reps to cover the Northeast and Southern California regions. Laury Aitolla will service the Southern California territory, where he currently represents Helly-Hansen, Hestra, Icer, Joystick, Leedom, Line skis, and the Teto
NRF: Port Congestion Low Across Nation in October
Despite the recent plague of hurricanes, congestion levels are low and cargo is flowing smoothly at the nation’s major retail container ports as merchants move into the peak shipping cycle for the annual holiday sales season, according to the October Port
Nature Valley and Karhu Join Winter Trails Program
Nature Valley granola bars and Karhu are the newest sponsors for Winter Trails, a program that offers those new to snow sports an opportunity to try snowshoeing and cross country skiing free at nearly 100 locations throughout North America. Winter Trails
Zumiez Posts 26.8% September Sales Increase
Zumiez Inc. announced that net sales for the five-week period ended October 1, 2005 increased 26.8% to $19.5 million, from $15.4 million during the same period last year. The company's comparable store sales increased 10.1% for the month on top of a
West Marine Reports 3% Q3 Sales Increase
West Marine, Inc. reported a 3.0% increase in net sales for the thirteen weeks ended October 1, 2005 to $188.6 million, from net sales of $183.1 million a year ago. Comparable store sales for the quarter decreased 1.2%, compared to a comparable store sale
CSGA Taps Former Rennies Employees; Launches Directory Service
The CSGA announced three new hires to aid in delivering its latest products and services, including the newly launched Sport-trade Directory and a soon to be produced industry newsletter service. Sheila Johnston joins the CSGA in the roll of Co-ordinator
Patagonia CEO Steps Down; Sheahan Takes Over
Lost Arrow Corporation, parent of outdoor apparel company Patagonia, Inc., announced that effective October 31st, 2005 Michael Crooke, President and CEO of Lost Arrow Corporation, will be stepping down after seven years of dedicated service. Lost Arrow’s
TimBuk2 Changes Ownership
A majority ownership of Timbuk2 Designs was acquired by private equity investors. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The equity investment is led by a new San Francisco private equity fund, VMG Equity Partners, and the Washington, D.C.-based fund, Capi
Liz Wilson Promoted to Key Accounts Director at SportHill
Jim Hill, President of SportHill, announced the
promotion of Liz Wilson to the newly created position, Director of National and International Key Accounts. Liz Wilson began her career at SportHill in the early 90s in the shipping department, progressing t
SIA Adds New Sales and Marketing Manager
SnowSports Industries America hired John “Reddy” Kennedy the Central Regional sales and marketing manager covering states and provinces in the central United States and Canada. Reddy will help expand sales of SIA’s products as well as service the needs of
Nike/Bauer Hockey Unveil New Combined Logo
Nike, Inc. and its Bauer subsidiary unveiled a new brand strategy and logo to help leverage their combined strengths for global hockey athletes and retailers. Following an offensive-oriented plan, the move is intended to unify resources and create the str
RBK Hockey Inks Endorsement Deal with Datsyuk
Reebok signed a multi-year endorsement agreement with Russian superstar Pavel Datsyuk. The Red Wings center has made the switch to Reebok and will take to the ice in head-to-toe Rbk Hockey equipment and apparel. Datsyuk is the newest edition to the Rbk
