Watermark to Pull-Out of Arcata Completely
WaterMark will relocate its remaining operations to Portland, Oregon by September 30, 2005. The existing, leased Arcata facility will be vacated by year end. A select number of employees in the additional departments affected by this decision will be offe
Forzani Acquires National Sports
The Forzani Group announced the proposed acquisition of National Gym Clothing Limited, operating as National Sports in Ontario. The acquisition of National Sports will
result in the addition of 19 stores in Ontario and approximately 486,000 square feet o
Ahead names Eddie Fadel as New Director of Merchandising
Ahead, a designer and marketer of branded golf headwear and apparel, today announced that it has named industry veteran Eddie Fadel, Director of Merchandising. Fadel will join the Ahead team at The 2005 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL, where the Comp
La Sportiva and GoLite Join Forces with Trail-Running Team
In a concerted effort to support the growth of trail
running LaSportiva and GoLite are joining forces to sponsor a high-profile running team for the 2005 race season and beyond.The team will consist of an Elite Team, Pro Team, Adventure Team, and Demo Tea
VIST Joins Forces with Stöckli Ski USA to Enter N.A. Market
VIST the Italian manufacturer of high performance alpine ski bindings, plates, apparel, and accessories is announcing the establishment of a sales, marketing, and service presence in the USA. VIST North America will be operating in conjunction with Stöckl
Raleigh Taps Wisk for Director of Operations
Raleigh America named Clyde Wisk Director of Operations to oversee analytical and logistical transportation support for the bicycle supplier’s three U.S. distribution centers. Wisk has more than 15 years of experience in operations management with major m
Sportsman’s Guide to Beat Q4, Full Year Estimates
The Sportsman's Guide, Inc. expects to report results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2004 above most recent guidance and at the high end of current consensus estimates. For Q4, SDGE now anticipates reporting total consolidated sales in t
Product Development Manager — Osprey Packs
Osprey Packs seeks an inspired individual to lead product development in our growing company. Principal responsibilities include: worldwide product communication, design critique, field testing leadership, market analysis, line direction and timeli
Sales Reps Needed — Priva Sport / Lotto
Priva Sport is the North American licensee for LOTTO Sport Italian Design. As an importer/distributor of Soccer/Tennis footwear, apparel, and accessories, it is currently in search for Sales Representatives to promote its high-performance line of L
OIA Asks for Industry Executive’s Support
OIA has asked for the support of the outdoor industry in its efforts to see that the Stateside Land and Water Conservation Fund and Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery programs are fully funded. Over thirty of the outdoor industry’s top CEOs and president
adidas Extends FIFA World Cup Sponsorship Through 2014
FIFA and adidas formally announced an extension of their long-term partnership agreement granting adidas the Official Partnership, Suppliership and Licensing rights for the FIFA World Cup™ in 2010 and 2014. The contract was reached with FIFA in Zurich, Sw
Indigo Hires Three New Sales Reps
Indigo Equipment has retained three new sales representatives to cover two important territories, New England and the Pacific Northwest. In New England, Indigo hired Velocity Sales, founded by partners Michael Schmidt and Bill Bruzzese. In the Pacific Nor
U.S. Bankruptcy Court Sets Bar Date for Huffy Case
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio, Western Division, entered a Bar Date Order establishing March 15, 2005, at 4:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, as the final date and time for filing proofs of claim or interest against Huf
PING Establishes PING GOLF JAPAN KK
PING executives announced that a newly formed company, PING GOLF JAPAN KK, began handling the sales and
distribution of all PING golf equipment in Japan, as of Jan. 4, 2005. PING GOLF JAPAN KK, which assumes the responsibility currently held by PING JAPA
CamelBak Hires New Chief Executive
CamelBak Products, LLC has hired J. Marty O'Donohue to lead the company from a category originator to a dominant global brand in the recreation and military markets. O'Donohue, who spent the last 15 years as CEO of Marinco, a manufacturer and m
