Sports Authority’s Former HQ To Become Country’s Largest Climbing Gym
Earth Treks Founder and CEO Chris Warner is turning the former headquarters of Sports Authority into a 52,000-square-foot climbing and fitness facility, as reported by The Denver Post.
Zamst Renews Partnership With Pro Hockey Player Ryan Getzlaf
Getzlaf joins other athletes on the “Z-team” including PGA Tour Member Scott Langley and two-time Olympic runner Amy Cragg.
Eagle Creek Partners With Batiquitos Lagoon And Wildcoast
The Eagle Creek team helped by maintaining a popular hiking trail, removing a massive amount of invasive species from the trail and surrounding areas.
Ultimate Direction Reveals 2017 FKT Grant Project Winners
Each winner will receive $1,000 in support of their challenge, as well as all the gear they need from Ultimate Direction and grant partners La Sportiva and GU Energy Labs.
Iconix Sues Jay Z And New Era For Using Roc Nation Logo
The Iconix Brand Group filed a lawsuit against Jay Z, New Era, Lids and MLB for using the Roc Nation logo without their permission.
Trump Declares May National Physical Fitness And Sports Month
Continuing an annual tradition, the Trump Administration declared May National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. In a proclamation, President Donald Trump committed to “celebrating active lifestyles, promoting physical fitness, and tackling public health issues together by making healthier choices.”
Outdoor Retailer Parent Completes IPO
Emerald Expositions Events Inc., the parent of Outdoor Retailer, Surf Expo and Interbike, announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 15.5 million shares at a price to the public of $17.00 per share.
Dale Of Norway Appoints Rocky Mountain Sales Reps
The premium Norwegian sweater and weatherproof outerwear company named Scott and Heidi Godsil of SPG Group as the new sales representatives for CO, UT, WY and NM.
Blizzard Tecnica Hires National Sales Coordinator
Blizzard Tecnica named Justin Heanue to the newly created position of national sales coordinator. Heanue reports directly to Sam Cook, president of Blizzard Tecnica USA.
Nautilus Q1 Earnings Sink
The marketer, developer and manufacturer of home fitness equipment reported first-quarter earnings declined due to challenging year-ago comparisons, but both sales and earnings were in line with guidance.
Dick’s Opens 36 Golf Galaxy Stores In Former Golfsmith Locations
Dick’s Sporting Goods, the owner and operator of Golf Galaxy, will open 36 new Golf Galaxy stores this weekend in former Golfsmith properties acquired by Dick’s.
Gear Aid Named Innovator Of The Year By Seattle Business Magazine
Selected by a panel of seven judges, Gear Aid was presented with the Gold Award at the business magazine’s annual award ceremony.
UFC Gym Opens Phoenix Area Location
UFC Gym will open its new gym in the Ahwatukee neighborhood of Phoenix on Thursday, May 4.
Supra Hires Senior Global Director Of Product
Most recently, Kara Duffy was global director of footwear operations at DC Shoes/Quicksilver. Inc.
Bowtech Archery Hires Matt Katzfuss As Territory Manager
Katzfuss brings 15 years of experience in the archery industry to Bowtech.
