Champion System USA Finds Buyer
Custom cycling apparel maker Champion System USA has been sold to Jay Thomas, the brand’s former vice president of sales and marketing, and Champion System Limited. Thomas will also serve as the company’s managing director.
Adidas Golf Strengthens Roster
Adidas Golf announced that it has extended the contract of 2017 Masters Champion Sergio Garcia, re-signed 2017 PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year and TOUR Championship winner Xander Schauffele, and signed three-time European Tour winner Tyrrell Hatton to apparel and footwear contracts.
Choose Outdoors Appoints Vice Chairman
Brian Kelleghan, owner of Bison Designs, was recently elected to serve as national nonprofit Choose Outdoors’ vice chairman.
Crown Trails Headwear Announces Membership With 1% For The Planet
Crown Trails Headwear announced they have joined 1% for the Planet, pledging to donate 1 percent of annual sales to support nonprofit organizations focused on the environment.
Marolina Outdoor Secures Equity Investment
Marolina Outdoor Inc, a maker of performance apparel for fishing and hunting enthusiasts based in Charleston, SC, has secured a growth equity investment from Goode Partners.
Skechers Develops Scrubs Collection
Barco Uniforms announced that it has partnered with Skechers USA Inc. for the global launch of a new scrub collection – Skechers by Barco – designed for healthcare professionals.
Fabletics Launches Demi Lovato Footwear And Athletic Bag Collection
Fabletics announced the launch of a new Demi Lovato for Fabletics capsule collection. This marks Lovato’s third collaboration with the brand, which features exclusive new looks and the debut of her first-ever lifestyle accessories, including seven footwear styles and two athletic bags.
Callaway Golf Signs Sergio Garcia
Callaway Golf Company announced that Sergio Garcia, the reigning Masters Champion, has joined its Tour Professional Staff.
Nepal To Ban Solo Climbers On Mount Everest
Nepal has moved to ban solo climbers from taking on its dangerous mountains, including Mount Everest, among other stipulations, to reduce accidents.
Ibex To Be Auctioned Off
Ibex, the wool-infused outdoor brand based in Vermont, is being auctioned off, according to a report in the Burlington Free Press.
Wearable Tech Summit Returns to CES 2018, January 11
The second annual Wearable Tech Summit will take place at CES 2018 on Thursday, January 11.
Dick’s To Honor $9.98 Houston Astros Jersey Deal After Pricing Glitch
Following an uproar across social media, Dick’s Sporting Goods said it plans to ”honor the price” of World Series replica jersey that were priced at $9.98 due to a pricing error.
Alstyle Apparel To Close California Distribution Center
Alstyle Apparel, theT-shirt and sweatshirt company acquired by Gildan Activewear in 2016, is closing its distribution center in Anaheim, CA., affecting 81 jobs, according to notices filed with the state Employment Development Department.
Adidas Signs First Female Pro Skateboarder
Adidas welcomed Nora Vasconcellos to its roster of pro skateboard ambassadors, representing its first-ever female rider.
