RECALL: 20,000 Petzl GRIGRI 2 Belay Devices
Petzl America is voluntarily recalling about 18,000 GRIGRI 2 belay devices in the United States and 2,000 in Canada after customers noticed that excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reporte
Moody’s Cuts Brown Shoe Outlook to ‘Stable’
Moody's Investors Service is lowering Brown Shoe Co.'s outlook to “Stable” from “Positive,” citing the footwear company's weaker-than-expected second-quarter performance…
Jack Wolfskin to Reenter Canadian Market Next Spring
Jack Wolfskin will return to the North American market next spring through a multi-year distribution agreement with Double J Fashion Group Inc of Montreal. The partners plan to open 100 doors in the next three years, including Jack Wolfskin franchise stor
RaceReady Acquired by Ohayo Sangyo
Ohayo Sangyo LLC has acquired RaceReady, Inc., the running apparel manufacturer, to accelerate the company's growth in US and overseas markets. RaceReady is a manufacturer of high-end, ultra-lightweight running apparel located in Torrance, CA. The co
Adidas Joins Nike and Puma in Chemicals Pledge
Adidas has become the latest company to pledge to eliminate the release of hazardous chemicals throughout its supply chain. Plotting a similar timeframe as Nike and Puma, Adidas promised to eliminate the discharges across both its entire supply chain and
Asics to Open First Store in Brazil
Asics America Group will open its first flagship store in Sao Paulo, Brazil on August 31st. In four years of operation in the country, the Brazilian subsidiary is the fastest growing…
Osprey Packs Promotes Sarah Harper Burke to Retail Marketing Manager
Osprey Packs, Inc. promoted Sarah Harper Burke to the position of retail marketing manager. Burke joined the company in 2009 as pro deal and program packs manager…
Wilson Expands Presence at U.S. Open
Wilson Racquet Sports is significantly expanding its efforts to engage consumers and retailers through a series of initiatives and events at this year's 2011 US Open, complementing its status as Official Stringer and Official Ball of the tournament.
Protege Launches Give Back Movement
Protege, the athletic footwear and apparel collection available exclusively at Kmart, plans to take its “giveback” philosophy one step further with the Protege Movement, a social campaign featuring a public service pledge championed by Roger Mason, Jr. (N
Naturally Advanced Technologies Hires Jay Nalbach Chief Marketing Officer
Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. appointed Jay Nalbach as its chief marketing officer, a newly-created position. Prior to joining NAT, Nalbach served as brand director at adidas Group Japan KK, leading the execution of subsidiary brand Reebok's f
Genesco Narrows Q2 Loss, Raises Full-Year Outlook
Genesco Inc. reported earnings from continuing operations for the second quarter ended July 30, 2011, of $0.4 million, or 1 cent per share, compared to a loss from continuing operations of $2.4 million, or 10 cents, a year ago. Comparable store sales incr
Vivobarefoot Plans First Barefoot Store
Vivobarefoot is converting its flagship store in Covent Garden to what it's calling the first worldwide 'barefoot concept store.' The Vivobarefoot Experience opens on Sept. 15…
Accell Ups Stake in Derby Cycle AG to 22 Percent
Accell Group said it will increase its minority stake in newly public Derby Cycle AG to approximately 22 percent. Accell Group has acquired shares through the stock exchange thereby taking advantage of the recent lower share price levels.
Schutt Sports Becomes Official Helmet for UT-Dallas
Schutt Sports has been named the Official Batter’s Helmet for the University of Texas – Dallas…
Rawlings Partners with SmartSports
SmartSports has partnered with Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. to supply its SmartKage technology systems with high-performance baseball equipment for all of SmartKage's network locations…
