SGB Update Sports & Fitness
TSA Postpones Allowing Small Knives, Sports Equipment Back on Planes
The Transportation Security Administration is postponing letting passengers carry small knives back aboard airline flights. Bats, golf clubs and other sports equipment that was set to be permitted under the new rule, will also stay banned, for now…
Keds Apparel Line to Debut at Macy’s
This month, Keds new apparel line is launching at 150 Macy’s stores nationwide and online at macys.com and Keds.com. The collection of sportswear separates…
Billabong Extends Talks With Potential Bidder
Billabong International Ltd. has extended exclusive talks for 10 more days with a group led by a former Americas director Paul Naude and Sycamore Partners Management for a A$287 million ($295 million) takeover…
Former Cleveland Golf CEO Launches Start-Up
Greg Hopkins, the former CEO of Cleveland Golf/Srixon, has formed a new golf company to offer tour authentic, custom built equipment direct to consumers…
Dick Cabela to Transition to Chairman Emeritus June 5
Cabela's Incorporated Co-founder and Chairman Richard N. Cabela will transition to the role of chairman emeritus effective June 5, 2013, the date of Cabela’s 2013 annual shareholders' meeting. His brother, James W. Cabela, Cabela’s v
First Footwear Cares National Footwear Community Service Week Launched
Two Ten Footwear Foundation announced that 65 footwear organizations have united in the industry’s first-ever Footwear Cares National Footwear Community Service Week, April 21-27, which coincides with National Volunteer Week…
OIA VantagePoint: Outdoor Apparel Sales Remained Strong Through March
Outdoor Product sales showed solid growth in fiscal March, up 7.6 percent to $881.4 million, according to the latest monthly sales report from OIA VantagePoint™. The growth was driven primarily by strong sales in Outdoor Apparel, along with the Outdoor Fo
Goal Zero, Keen and SmartWool Back Mud Race Series
Competitor Group, Inc. (CGI) announced that Goal Zero, Keen and SmartWool have signed on as official sponsors of the REI Muddy Buddy Adventure Series benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation. The series will take place in nine U.S. cities in 2013…
Under Armour Lifts FY Guidance After Robust Q1
Under Armour, Inc. reported revenues increased 23 percent in the first quarter of 2013. Apparel revenues jumped 22 while footwear advanced 27 percent. Earnings were down due to the timing of marketing investments but came in ahead of Wall Street's ta
RECALL: 5,040 Huffy Slider Tricycles
Huffy is recalling about 5,040 20-inch Slider tricycles because the handlebar can unexpectedly loosen while in use, causing the rider to lose control. The bikes were sold exclusively at Toys R Us…
Western Mountain Destinations Report Solid October-March Occupancy
Actual occupancy in the month of March among western mountain resort destinations participating in the Mountain Travel Research Program (MTRiP) was up 9.5 percent compared to the same time last year. Mountain lodging was up 7.2 percent for the October thr
Interior Solicits Questions for Secretary Jewell’s First Online Chat
Former REI CEO Sally Jewell will host her first online chat since being sworn in as the 51st Secretary of Interior on Monday, April 22 at 1:30 pm ET. Those interested in asking the Secretary a question, can submit them to…
Pearl Izumi Finalizes 2013 Tri Team
Pearl Izumi, the maker of run, bike and triathlon apparel and shoes, announced that rising star triathletes Jesse Thomas and Angela Naeth have signed on for an additional three years as Pearl Izumi sponsored athletes…
Edwin Watts Golf Opens Store in Spartanburg, SC
Edwin Watts Golf Shops, LLC opened a new store in Spartanburg, SC…
Innovative Sports Drops Claims Against Columbia Sportswear
Innovative Sports of Eugene, OR voluntarily dismissed all claims against Columbia Sportswear and provided written assurances that no future claims would be made against Columbia. Columbia made no payment to Innovative Sports…
