SGB Update Outdoor
Vibram Launches Five Fingers Approach Show
Vibram announced it is launching a cutting edge interpretation of a watersport approach shoe. FiveFingers is a unique glove-styled shoe with five individually wrapped toes, offering a barefoot sensation with the benefits of a Vibram sole for superior gri
Kamik Introduces Spring/Summer Collection
Kamik introduced a collection of new outdoor footwear for spring and summer 2006. The spring and summer 2006 collection is as technologically advanced as Kamik’s reputable boot line, offering a number of functional elements to enhance the dependability an
Asolo Expands Range for 2006
After launching in the U.S. earlier this year, TrekSta is expanding its reach in 2006 by introducing several innovative technologies and unusual designs. The 2006 TrekSta Spring line, which is launching at OR and WSA, features a wide mix of footwear for t
Aku Debuts New Boots in Several Collections
For Spring 2006, AKU will be debuting new boots in its backpacking, hiking, and multi-terrain collection. Lightweight, functional and stylish are key in this year’s line. AKU’s credo continues to be to develop the most comfortable, lightweight, rugged o
Shutt Sports Inks Endorsement Deal with Leading NPF Hitter
Crystl Bustos has signed an endorsement deal to promote Shutt Sports' new line of softball bats. Using a Schutt bat, she is currently leading the NPF (National Pro Fastpitch) in home runs and RBIs…
Everlast Reports 36% Jump in Q2 Sales
Everlast Worldwide Inc. reported reported record net revenues for its continuing operations of $12.5 million for its fiscal 2005 second quarter ended June 30, 2005, representing an increase of 36% over net revenues of $9.2 million in the prior year period
Big 5 Makes Changes to Finance Group; Kirk Resigns CFO Post
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. reported Friday that they will recruit and hire a new Chief Financial Officer with a strong background in U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and SEC financial reporting, to be the company's principal financial an
Worth Named Exclusive Softball Supplier for NCAA Championships
Worth Sports and the NCAA announced that the Worth brand has been selected as the official softball supplier for the NCAA Division I, II, and III softball championships. This exclusive long-term agreement is effective July 1, 2005…
Skechers to Launch Kitson Brand Footwear Line
Skechers USA, Inc. is developing Kitson-branded footwear for the ultra-trendy Los Angeles boutique that has been called “the place to be for fashionable stars.” Launching in Fall 2005 with a women's and girl's sneaker that proudly displays the K
Amer Sports Sees 6% Q2 Currency Neutral Sales Increase
In the January – June 2005 first half, Amer Sports' net sales rose by 3% to €511.0 million ($654.5 mm) versus last year when the company reported sales of €496.5 million ($606.3 mm). The seasonality of the Group’s businesses is clearly in evidence in
July Comps Down 4.9% at ShopKo, Sales Down 4.2%
ShopKo Stores, Inc. reported consolidated sales for the four weeks ended July 30, 2005 decreased 4.2% to $213.2 million from $222.5 million during the same period last year. Consolidated comparable store sales decreased 4.9%…
July Comps Fall 3.3% at The Buckle
The Buckle's sales for the four-week period ended July 30, 2005 increased 1.4% to $35.2 million from sales of $34.7 million in the corresponding four-week period ended July 31, 2004. Comparable store sales decreased 3.3% for the month…
Nordstron July Comps Climb 3.6%
Nordstrom reported preliminary sales of $787.2 million for the four-week period ending July 30, 2005, an increase of 5.4% compared to sales of $747.0 million for the four-week period ending July 31, 2004. Same-store sales increased 3.6%…
Urban Outfitters Q2 Sales Jump 34%
Urban Outfitters, Inc. announced total company sales for the second quarter ended July 31, 2005 jumped by 34% to a record $253.4 million from $189.5 last year. Second quarter comparable store sales increased 10% on top of a 26% comp increase for Q2 last
Stage Stores July Sales Up 6.1%; Comps Up 2.4%
Stage Stores, Inc. reported that total sales for the four-week period ended July 30, 2005 increased 6.1% to $94.5 million from $89.1 million in the prior year four-week period ended July 31, 2004. Comparable store sales increased 2.4% versus a decrease of
