Yamaha To Exit Snowmobile Business In 2025
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced plans to cease making snowmobiles by 2025 after 55 years in production. The company plans to end sales of snowmobiles in Europe through the 2024 model year and in North America through the 2025 model year, with Japan selling through its in-stock inventory.
Soccer Pioneer Hubert Vogelsinger Passes Away
Hubert Vogelsinger, a pioneer of soccer camps in the United States and a notable figure in the North American Soccer League (NASL), has passed away.
Lululemon Partners With Ohio State University
The Ohio State Buckeyes Department of Athletics announced a new merchandising partnership with Lululemon.
Koroyd Grows HQ With New Hires, Innovation Investment and Brand Relaunch
Koroyd, the maker of advanced impact protection technology, headquartered in Monoco, relocated and expanded its headquarters, added new hires, relaunched its brand messaging, and reported category growth in significant markets for the brand.
Colt CZ Group Acquires SwissAA Holding AG
Colt CZ Group SE acquired Swiss ammunition producer SwissAA Holding Ag. The company financed the transaction with cash reserves, including a recent bond issue for an undisclosed amount.
JLL Survey: Back-To-School Spending Expected To Rise 15.7 Percent This Year
According to JLL Retail Advisory’s back-to-school survey of more than 1,000 parents of school-aged kids, planned back-to-school spending will rise 15.7 percent. The company found that more than half of the parents have budgeted more this year to accommodate higher retail prices.
Trek Recalls Certain Promax Hydraulic Disc Brakes Sold On Trek Bicycles
Trek Bicycle Corp., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is recalling Promax hydraulic disc brakes sold on Trek Bicycles. The brake hose can detach from the brake lever, posing a crash hazard.
Report: Backcountry.com Could Land On Selling Block
TSG Consumer Partners is exploring options for Backcountry.com, including a potential sale, according to a report from Bloomberg.
American Outdoor Brands Sees Fiscal Q4 Adjusted Profits Decline As Sales Fall 8 Percent
American Outdoor Brands, Inc. reported that fiscal fourth quarter net sales decreased 8.0 percent to $42.2 million for the three-month period ended April 30. Quarterly non-GAAP net income was $793,000, or 6 cents per diluted share, compared with non-GAAP net income of $1.9 million, or 14 cents per diluted share, for the prior-year quarter.
Sound Around, Inc. Recalls Children’s Multi-Purpose Helmet
Sound Around, Inc., cooperating with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recalled approximately 1,800 Hurtle multi-purpose children’s helmets. The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirements of the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bike helmets.
Pickleball Injuries Could Cost Americans Upwards Of $500 Million In 2023
Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., could cost Americans from $250 million to $500 million in medical costs in 2023 tied to higher injury rates, particularly among seniors, according to a report from UBS.
KOA, Holo Footwear Announce Multi-Year Partnership
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) and Holo Footwear announced a collaboration on a footwear line. The limited-edition KOA x Holo camp shoes will launch at Nordstrom in August.
Under Armour Makes Senior Leadership Changes
Under Armour reported the company made senior leadership changes, including hiring Marriott veteran Jim Dausch as EVP, chief consumer officer, effective July 24, and promoting Danny Miles to EVP, chief technology officer. Effective July 3, Dan Leraris, UA’s head of apparel, will begin serving as the company’s interim CPO.
Xponential Fitness Defends Itself Against Negative Short-Seller Report
Shares of Xponential Fitness, Inc. bounced sharply on Wednesday, after the franchiser of boutique fitness brands, including CycleBar, StretchLab and Club Pilates, denounced a bearish investor’s report that led to a record selloff in the previous session.
L Catterton Appoints Peter Chang As Managing Partner
L Catterton, the consumer-focused investment boutique, hired Peter Chang as managing partner and co-head of Private Credit. With Shahab Rashid, Chang will co-lead the firm’s direct lending strategy.
