SGB Update

OIA Endorses 15 Congressional Candidates

Outdoor Industry Association Political Action Committee (OIAPAC) announced the first slate of Congressional candidates it is endorsing in the 2016 elections. “These candidates understand the importance of the outdoor recreation economy locally and across the nation and support the outdoor industry’s policy agenda in Washington, D.C.,” OIA’s Senior Director of Government Affairs and OIAPAC Treasurer […]

Lululemon Q2 Profit Shines, But Sales Lag

The yoga lifestyle brand and retailer increased sales by 14 percent to $514.5 million, but that came in about $1 million short of Wall Street’s estimates.

New Report Finds Adult Obesity Rates Decreased In Four States

U.S. adult obesity rates decreased in four states (Minnesota, Montana, New York and Ohio), increased in two (Kansas and Kentucky) and remained stable in the rest, between 2014 and 2015, according to The State of Obesity: Better Policies for a Healthier America.

RECALL: Sahn Classic Bicycle Helmets

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall for about 2,000 (in addition, about 1,600 were sold in Canada) Sahn Classic bicycle helmets, which are made for urban cycling and commuting.

UFC Gym Breaks Ground In Costa Mesa, CA

UFC Gym is collaborating with UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping and UFC featherweight Cub Swanson to open a new signature gym in Costa Mesa, CA.

Topgolf Opens In California

Topgolf will open its first California location on September 2, with a VIP grand opening the following Thursday.

Under Armour Opens Wisconsin Brand House

Under Armour will open its first Brand House in Wisconsin at 610 State Street in Madison on September 2, steps away from the University of Wisconsin.

Oofos Hires Deckers Duo To Head International Sales

Oofos, a pioneer in the recovery footwear space, appointed Giles Cundell and Kelly Lopes Da Silva, to head up its International Sales Division. Both serve as Directors of UK based Sport Factory Ltd. Both also join Oofos from Deckers Brands.