SGB Update

Duluth Trading Reports Strong Traffic

Net sales grew 27.4 percent in the quarter ended July 31 thanks to continued heavy spending on television and digital advertising and store openings.

Shimano America Takes On Lazer Sport Sales

A week after acquiring the Belgian helmet and eye wear company, Shimano Corp.’s U.S. subsidiary has taken over its distribution in the United States and Canada.

Cherokee Global Brands Sees Q2 Profits Slide

Cherokee Global Brands, which recently acquired the Flip Flop Shops chain, reported a slight decline in earnings in the second quarter as sales for its Cherokee brand were hurt by the transition of the brand out of the Target chain.

Zumiez Reports Q2 Loss

Same-store sales fell 4.5 percent, but both the loss and comp drop were above guidance.

Rocky Brands CEO Resigns

Rocky Brands, Inc. announced that Mike Brooks, chairman of the board of directors, has been appointed interim chief executive officer following the resignation of David Sharp as president and chief executive officer.

Does Pro Cycling Really Matter to IBDs?

Yes, say representatives of USA Cycling, SRAM and the Cannondale-Drapac Cycling team, who will address the topic at Interbike amid disappointing road bike sales.

Lochte And Team Suspended, Medal Funding Stripped

The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and USA Swimming jointly issued a suspension of U.S. Olympic Swimming Team members Ryan Lochte, Gunnar Bentz, Jack Conger and James Feige.

First Woman To Run Boston Returns For 50th Anniversary

Kathrine Switzer, the woman who made history by running in the 1967 Boston Marathon when it was a male-only event, will mark the occasion’s 50th anniversary by running the 121st iteration of the race.

Christy Sports Heads For The Cascades

The Colorado-based retailer acquired the assets of Dual Sports Incorporated of Bellevue, WA, including Sturtevant’s, Ski Mart and the SkiBonkers annual sale event.

Plant Fitness Opens In Boys & Girls Club

Planet Fitness, the health club franchise known for its “Judgement Free Zone” extended its inclusive philosophy outside of its gyms with the unveiling of the nation’s first mini Planet Fitness gym housed within a Boys & Girls Club.