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
ISIS Displays Women’s Specific Innovations
ISIS, makers of innovative, performance driven apparel for active women, announces its Spring/Summer 2006 collection including rain poncho and chaps, woven shirts and softer seamless bodywear. ISIS will also introduce two new prints as well as expand its
Everlast Takes One on the Chin…
In spite of a 36% increase in overall revenues during the second quarter, Everlast Inc. posted a net loss of $596,000 compared to net income of $79,000 in Q2 last year. During the quarter, the company took a $600,000 hit for events including a pension lia
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
DeFeet Launches New Underwear Line
DeFeet International — a leader in providing the best socks and apparel to pro cyclists, adventure racers and outdoor athletes — has teamed with venerable Faytex Corp. to develop the “DeBrief”. An amazingly comfortable and super-lite brief for men, the
Fox River Uses Organic Merino in New Line
According to Datamonitor, the U.S. organic market is projected to reach a value of $30.7 billion by 2007. People want organic choices in the foods they eat, the products they use in their homes and in the clothes they wear. It makes sense to offer organic
Big 5 Moves to Upgrade Experience in the CFO Post; Kirk to Remain as SVP…
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation is making changes in its finance and accounting department in order to improve the company's accounting and financial reporting, as well as the company's internal controls. Under this initiative, Big 5 will recru
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,
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
Byer of Maine Mountain Swinger
A unique concept in seating! Our lightweight, hanging chair is made of strong parachute nylon—supported by polyester climbing-style rope and three anodized shock cord poles. Weighs only 28 ounces and folds up to about the size of a compact umbrella…
Callaway Golf Appoints CEO; Moves to Dispel Takeover Talk…
Callaway Golf Company has put a critical component in place in the effort to turn around the company’s fortunes that have been under pressure since the acquisition of Top-Flite two years ago. The ELY Board of Directors last week appointed George Fellows
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
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
Marmot Focuses on Key Trends
In Spring 2006, Marmot is focusing on four general lifestyle and product trends that are influencing the outdoor industry: Simple and socially responsible lifestyle, Tech, Delight/serendipity, and Brand trust…
July Comps Mixed as Back-to-School Shifts and Inventories Tighten…
It appears as though July is settling in to become even more of a “tweener” month at retail as the back-to-school season moves closer to, or even after, the start of classes and retailers struggle to balance the desire for lean inventories and the need to
