SGB Update Outdoor

blurr Implements New, Aggressive U.S. Sales Strategy…

blurr recently added to its sales force with the intent of pursuing an aggressive distribution strategy for the US market. Toby Reid, formerly of Mountain Equipment Co-op and G3, has joined blurr as sales manager as of March 2005, and has since enlisted t

Cascade Designs Inks Deal to Manufacture CFV Portable Stoves…

Shortly after the debut of its capillary stove, which garnered much praise and attention from buyers at the Summer Market, MSR was forced to cancel delivery because of the inability of Cascade Design’s key vendor, Vapore, to supply the capillary force vap

Accell Income Jumps 26% on 5% Sales Increase…

The Accell Group increased turnover in the first half of the year by 4.6% to €213.8 million ($273.9 mm) versus €204.3 million ($249.5 mm) in the first half of 2004. This sales growth was due entirely to recent acquisition activity. Organically, Accell Gro

Everlast Continues Stelux Relationship

Everlast Worldwide Inc. announced that the company had expanded its relationship with Hong Kong-based Stelux Watch Ltd. for the launch of Everlast-branded watches in the Middle East, Central America, Australia, and New Zealand. The Stelux line of Everlast

Princeton Tec, New Products in the Sports Lighting Category

Princeton Tec introduces their new QUAD L.E.D. headlamp for the 2005-06 season. The Quad features four 5 mm Nichia LED’s which are brighter and more efficient than current L.E.D.’s (as much as 30-50% brighter!); four output modes- three 3 constant (high,

Chums Launches iPod Cases

Combining functionality and style with its expertise in creating urban outdoor accessories, CHUMS is introducing a new line of fresh, fashionable iPod carrying cases which helps users protect and hang on to their valuable music investments. The new array

Jerry to Speak at Gore Speaker Breakfast

The 11th Gore Speaker Breakfast at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market will feature Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, as its guest speaker. The breakfast will run from 7:30 A.M. until 9:00 A.M. on Friday, August 12 at the Salt Lake Marriott i

Kokatat Expands Tropos Offerings

In response to the successful introduction of its TROPOS program, Kokatat’s redesigned Meridian dry suit and Swift Entry dry suit will transition to this waterproof and breathable fabric engineered for paddle sports. A relief zipper and integrated TROPOS

Vibram Partners With The Timberland Company

Vibram announced a partnership with The Timberland Company to produce four new outsoles for the Timberland Outdoor Performance line. The collection includes shoes for a variety of athletic endeavors including trailrunning, hiking, off road biking, and wa

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

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