SGB Update

Skullcandy Inc. Still in Play

Incipio LLC extended its offer to acquire the audio brand by two weeks Wednesday amid a lackluster response and news that a rival bid had come back to life.

Fitness Trackers in Happy Meals?

Yep, you heard it right. The world’s biggest hamburger fast food chain, McDonald’s, is giving away a step tracker called Step-It to their little eaters, replacing the plastic-wrapped toy coveted by young consumers.

Yakima Deal Makes Zipcars Outdoor-Friendly

Yakima Products has inked a deal with the car-sharing network Zipcar to equip more than 150 Zipcars in 17 North American markets with outdoor recreation mounts.

DSW to Open Middle East Stores

DSW Inc. (DSW), a branded footwear and accessories retailer in North America, signed Apparel Group as its exclusive franchise partner in the Gulf Coast.

New Era Signs Deal with Chivas

New Era, the sports and lifestyle headwear brand, is partnering with Club Deportivo Guadalajara, the popular Mexican soccer club.

PSG Confirms Regulatory Inquiries

Performance Sports Group, which is facing a half dozen shareholder lawsuits, confirmed it is the subject of inquiries by US and Canadian securities regulators.

Performance Bicycle Sold to Bike Vendor ASI

Advanced Sports International (ASI), maker of Fuji, SE Kestral, Breezer and Phat Cycles bike brands, has acquired the nation’s largest independent bicycle retailer, Performance Bicycle, for an undisclosed amount.

PrimaLoft’s Martini to Lead Operations & Logistics

Martini has worked at the performance fabrics and insulation supplier in the role of operations and logistics Manager since 2013 with prior roles in quality and operations over the last decade.