Salewa USA Recalls Certain Cable Wire Chocks Due to Fall Hazard
The recall involves Wild Country brand Superlight Rocks (model number 40-RSL) and Superlight Rocks Set 1-6 (model number 40-RSLSET) single cable wire chocks used for climbing. When exposed to seaside conditions, corrosion could occur and weaken the cable chocks and break.
CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using SQM Bike Helmets Sold on Amazon
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning to consumers to stop wearing SQM bicycle helmets. The helmets could fail to protect riders in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. The seller, SQM, headquartered in China, has not agreed to recall the helmets.
SFIA and Running USA Announce Strategic Partnership
The two active lifestyle industry research companies will offer their members reciprocal discounts on reports and collaborate on upcoming new research.
European Off-Pricer BestSecret Names VP, Men’s Fashion Apparel
BestSecret Group, a European members-only online site for off-price fashion, hired Elisa Radaelli as vice president of men’s fashion apparel.
Camping World Opens First Montana Dealership
Camping World Holdings, Inc. opened an RV dealership in Billings, MT. The company is looking to grow its store count by 50 percent over the next five years.
Hotter Shoes Sold to WoolOvers Group in Pre-Packaged Deal
The future of footwear retailer Hotter Shoes is secure, for now, following a sale of the business to the WoolOvers Group.
Canada Ports’ Wage Agreement Rejected, Strike Threat Continues
Canada’s west coast ports’ dockworkers’ union voted against the federal mediator’s “recommended terms of settlement” for the contested collective bargaining agreement, threatening to again shut down British Columbia’s ports.
Pradco Hunting Appoints Three Outdoor Veterans to Sales Team
Pradco Outdoor Brand’s Hunting Division hired Heath Stanford as director of sales, Jimmy Smith as national sales manager and Joshua Liley as e-commerce sales manager.
Life Time Partners with Australian Activewear Brand LSKD
Life Time signed an agreement with LSKD, the Australian activewear company, to outfit its nearly 5,000 female coaches, instructors and trainers across its more than 165 athletic country clubs in North America. It has a similar agreement with Ten Thousand as the exclusive men’s fitness training apparel brand.
VF Corp. Names New VP/GM For Vans EMEA Region
VF Corp. promoted Andreas Olsson to VP/GM of Vans EMEA, effective July 17. Olsson had been the VP of sales at Vans for the EMEA region.
QBP Named Exclusive Distributor of Sidi Cycling Shoes and Accessories
QBP said it is launching its long-term partnership with Sidi and existing Sidi retailers in the U.S. with a prebook sales program for the 2024 collection of road, mountain and gravel shoes, and accessories.
Carbitex Founder Returns as President; Outsources Manufacturing to Asia
In a strategic shift in manufacturing operations, Carbitex Founder Junus Khan is stepping back into the role of company president, and the company hired Patrick Sinner to lead brand product development.
Backpacker’s Pantry Hires Director of Marketing
Backpacker’s Pantry and Astronaut Foods hired industry veteran Chris Dickerson as its new marketing director.
True Religion Appoints Pac Sun Marketing Vet as Chief Marketing Officer
True Religion hired Kristen D’Arcy as chief marketing officer, a newly-created role at the company, reporting to CEO Michael Buckley. The position was reported to be an instrumental component in True Religion’s future growth strategy.
Zamberlan USA Hires Director of Operations
Zamberlan USA hired Chris Rischke as director of operations. Most recently, Rischke was VP of operations and wholesale at Erem, the sustainable footwear brand.
