SGB Update

GoPro Sales Tumble; Swings To Q3 Loss

The action-camera company’s third quarter sales fell 39 percent and earnings took a hit on lower margins. It expects to return to profitability in 2017.

Balega Partners With Achilles International

Balega International, the producer of performance running socks, partnered with Achilles International to help disabled athletes compete in the 2016 TCS New York City Marathon.

Arc’teryx Partners With Exum Mountain Guides

Along with outfitting more than 70 professional guides with Arc’teryx apparel, the partnership will include a scholarship program that offers support for guide development.

Amer Sports Gets New Americas GM

The parent company to Wilson, DeMarini, Louisville Slugger, Salomon, Arc’teryx, Atomic, Suunto, Mavic and Enve brands promoted Bill Kirchner to vice president and general manager – Americas.

Spartan Race To Open First Gym

The obstacle race organization said it’s partnering with luxury-lifestyle hotel brand 1 Hotel in South Beach, FL to open its first ever Spartan Gym.

Kinsey’s Adds Randy Groff To Sales Team

Groff comes to the company with an archery retail background and more than a decade of experience in the pro shop, customer service and event planning at Lancaster Archery Supply.

Ibex To Share DTC Revenue With Retailers

The outdoor merino wool apparel brand will share 10 percent of all ibex.com direct-to-consumer sales within specified local regions with participating retailers.

Anta Signs Manny Pacquiao

The Chinese sportswear brand hopes signing the boxer will improve its brand influence across the globe, as well as help strengthen its presence in the training and boxing market.