Wenger Opens First U.S. Store
Wenger has opened its first U.S. store, in Boulder, CO. The 3,000 square-foot store will open in April and sell Wenger's new line of technical footwear; tents, sleeping bags and backpacks…
Member-Hosted Fundraisers Generate $40,000 for Conservation Alliance
The Conservation Alliance organized special promotions with 15 member companies at the January Outdoor Retailer trade show that raised $40,000 during the four-day event…
Columbia Taps VF Exec to Head Mountain Hardwear
Columbia Sportswear Company has appointed Topher Gaylord as president of its wholly-owned subsidiary Mountain Hardwear, Inc. Gaylord, formerly president of 7 For All Mankind, will be responsible for product creation, global sales and marketing of Mountain
Orange21 Eyes Brand Growth
With a 15 year pedigree in action sports related eyewear with its SPY Optic brand, Orange21 has defined itself as a top-selling leader in both design and quality of product while establishing a position as an authentic participant in the culture of Action
New Balance to Sponsor NSSF Outdoor Nationals Event
New Balance announced an official multi-year partnership with the National Scholastic Sports Foundation (NSSF) in the Outdoor Nationals event, renamed the New Balance Outdoor Nationals…
Dillard’s Returns to Profitability
Dillard's, Inc. reported a swing to profit in the fourth quarter from a year ago, reflecting improved margins and lower operating expenses that more than offset a decline in revenues…
U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance: Anti-Hunting Legislator Likely Head of Key House Committe for Sportsmen
The next chairman of a key house committee with oversight over federal funding for wildlife conservation has a long history of opposing hunting, trapping, and gun ownership, according to a release by the US Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation…
Warnaco Q4 Swimwear Revenues Climb 10%
The Warnaco Group, Inc. reported Swimwear Group net revenues increased 10% (8% on a constant currency basis) in the fourth quarter to $50.8 million, reflecting gains in both Speedo and Calvin Klein Swim. Operating income increased to $2.3 million, or 4% o
Direct Business Sinks Nautilus’ Q4 Top Line 16%
Nautilus, Inc. said net sales from continuing operations for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31 fell 16.0% to $53.7 million from $63.9 million in the year-ago period. Continuing results include the company’s direct and retail businesses but exclude th
SGMA’s Annual Sports Participation Study to Examine Fandom
For the first time in the 10-year history of SGMA's Annual Sports & Fitness Participation Study, the organization plans to include new questions to explore 'fandom' for the many sports and related activities that affect sports participation
Brooks Sports Raises Nearly $27K for Breast Cancer Research
Brooks Sports, Inc. announced that throughout 2009, its “Brooks For Her” campaign collected close to $27,000 for donation to three distinct charities that focus on breast cancer research, awareness, and support. The campaign will continue throughout 2010.
Earth Footwear Establishes Charity Program
Earth Footwear said it will make an initial $5,000 contribution to EarthShare, a federation of environmental and conservation nonprofit organizations…
Cloudveil Announces New Hires
Cloudveil, which was recently sold by Spyder Active Sports to Windsong Brands LLC., announced a number of management moves. Ned Hutchinson, national sales manager of the Cloudveil brand and Jonathan McMahon, dealer service representative, will join Cloudv
Newton Running to Launch Barefoot Running Symposium
Responding to questions surrounding the merits of barefoot running and minimalist shoes, Newton Running is launching a national series of free symposiums focused on running biomechanics, shoe technology and running injury prevention, led by a group of exp
Gatorade Drops Tiger Woods
Gatorade on Friday became the latest brand to end its sponsorship deal with Tiger Woods. So far, Accenture and AT&T have been the only other major sponsors to drop Woods completely. Gillette and Tag Heuer have reduced his presence in advertising. Nike, EA
