Interbike Plans Cyclofest Service Project
Interbike, the largest bicycle trade event in North America, planned a volunteer service project to help build new singletrack trails just before the inaugural Fall Cyclofest festival.
Trend Spotting at Rio 2016: Nike’s Olympic Jacket and Under Armour’s $1,200 Leotard
Team SGB is binge watching the 2016 Olympic Games this week and next, not only for the athletes and great competition but also to scope out which active lifestyle brands are gaining attention on primetime television.
Columbia Sportswear Wins Bout in Patent Suit
Columbia Sportswear Company said the United States District Court for the District of Oregon ruled that Seirus Innovative Accessories infringed on one of Columbia’s design patents.
Gander Mountain Names Ron Stoupa SVP
Outdoor specialty retailer Gander Mountain named Ron Stoupa as senior vice president – marketing and e-commerce starting on August 15.
Utah to Host Three Outdoor Rec Summits
The Governor’s Office of Outdoor Recreation will host the summits this fall to show rural residents how they can plug into the state’s recreation economy.
Longshoremen Vote to Start Contract Talks Early
A majority of International Longshore and Warehouse Union delegates voted to begin talks to extend a contract with employers at West Coast ports beyond 2019.
FDRA Seeks Classification Clarification for Athletic Footwear
The Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA) sent a letter to U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) asking the U.S. Government to clarify and update the criteria for classifying footwear as athletic, which can increase or decrease the duty rate for these types of shoes.
361 Degrees Making an Impact in Rio
361 Degrees has seen a number of its sponsored athletes earn medals at the Olympics in Rio.
Planet Fitness Lifts Revenue, Profit and Guidance
Budget gym franchise Planet Fitness continued to fire on all cylinders, reporting higher sales and profit for the second quarter and raising its 2016 full-year guidance.
NDA Launches New, More Informative Deer Website
The National Deer Alliance (NDA) developed the organization’s first comprehensive website to keep hunters informed about deer issues across the country.
G-Form Partners with BMX Pioneer Kevin Robinson
Athletic impact protection company G-Form partnered with four-time X-Games Gold Medalist Kevin “K-Rob” Robinson to become the official provider of his protective gear.
Footaction Free Flow Docuseries Debuts with Fly Style
Footaction, a national retailer of apparel and footwear lifestyle brands, debuted its new digital docuseries, “Footaction Free Flow,” which brings together musical talent from multiple generations in a discussion about current topics.
Access Fund Acquires Adirondack Climbing Site
The Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, acquired the Pinnacle Boulders in the Southern Adirondacks of New York.
Adidas Lacrosse Signs No. 1 MLL Draft Pick
Adidas entered a multiyear partnership with Major League Lacrosse’s 2016 No. 1 overall draft pick, midfielder Myles Jones of the Chesapeake Bayhawks.
Li Ning’s Profits Surge in First Half
Li Ning Company Ltd. reported revenue for the six months ended June 30 reached RMB3,596 million, up 13 percent from the corresponding period in 2015.
