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
Puma Buys Stake in African Ecotourism Company
Puma acquired a 20.1% stake in Botswanan ecotourism company, Wilderness Safaris, as part of its sustainability program…
Golfsmith Retail Comps Inch Up in Q4; Consumer Direct Business Slides Double Digits
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc., reported net revenues reached $63.8 million in the fourth quarter ended January 2, down 5.9% from $67.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2008…
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.
Kaenon Polarized Expands Into Italy
Kaenon Polarized, the Southern California-based maker of sunglasses, announced its official launch to the Italian market next week at MIDO in Milan via its distribution partnership with leading optical manufacturer Rodenstock…
Garmin’s Strong Fourth Quarter Can’t Rescue Weak Year
A substantial holiday season pushed Garmin Ltd. to fourth quarter results that exceeded expectations, with profits jumping almost 77% for the period…
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…
Big Rock Sports Enhances Freight Order Policy
To better service its shooting sports customers, Big Rock Sports is announced a number of changes to its freight order policy, effective March 1…
Volcom Beats Street, Swings to Profit in Q4 on Reduced Retail Discounts
In the closing quarter of a year that Volcom management called “one of the most challenging for our company and our industry,” the action sports apparel manufacturer handily exceeded analysts’ earnings estimates to wrap up 2009…
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
Half-Moon Outfitters Raises $1,000 from Trail Race
Half-Moon Outfitters, based in Charleston, S.C., raised $1,000 for Harbison State Forest in only its second trail race, The Make My Day 12K…
Colorado Sales Tax Law Impacts E-commerce
Last week, Colorado Governor Bill Ritter signed into law a new bill that would require online retailers to collect sales tax from Colorado residents who purchase products online if the retailers have an affiliation with a Colorado company…
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
Marmot Mountain Announces Promotions and a Hire
Marmot Mountain, LLC announced six internal promotions and has brought on a contractor full-time as merchandising manager for hardgoods…
Accell Group N.V. Reports 6% Sales Gain for 2009
Dutch cycling group Accell Group N.V. saw full year sales increase 6.0% to €572.6 million ($736.0 mm) in 2009, including 5% organic growth from ongoing product. Growth was driven by demand for electric bikes, bicycles, bicycle parts and accessories.
