SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Versatility a Key Trend at ORSM
At the recently concluded Outdoor Retailer Summer Market show, the words “hybrid,” “crossover” and “versatile” have become a mantra for most exhibitors. As is the case in any troubled economy, people are making an effort to do more with less, and at ORSM
Action Sports Retail Gets a Fresh Look
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ entry into California may open up broader expansion opportunities for action sports lifestyle brands.
Going With the Flow: As action sports become more mainstream, Adrenalina plots national expansion.
If retailing were a sport, Adrenalina, a new action sports concept, could easily be considered an “extreme” store. It’s the first retail venue to include a FlowRider, an indoor surfing attraction more commonly found in water parks, hotels and cruise ships
Jart Skateboards Opens U.S. Office
Jart Skateboards, hailing from the Basque region of Spain, has opened offices in Los Angeles, CA, as part of its entry into the U.S. The office will be used as a call and shipping center. Jart, which produces OEM decks for skateboard companies while selli
GSI Commerce Inks 15-year Contract with Dick’s
GSI Commerce Inc. and Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. have signed a new 15-year contract, extending their successful relationship. Consistent with Dick’s Sporting Goods’ goal to have a seamless multichannel operation, under the new agreement, Dick’s Sport
REI to Open Store in Tucson
Recreational Equipment, Inc. said it will open a new store at the Tucson Mall in the spring of 2009. The store will be the co-op's third in Arizona…
Foot Locker Sees Strength in Marquee Drive Q2, Adds Excitement for H2
Foot Locker had a strong second quarter as sales increased slightly and the retailer swung to a net profit after a year-ago loss with help from a leap in gross margins. Even more promising was a 3.5% decline in inventory at quarter-end versus the same ti
NFL Wins Anti-trust Suit Against American Needle
The National Football League has won a licensing suit against America Needle for a past deal to make Reebok International, Ltd. its exclusive headwear licensee. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th circuit affirmed a summary judgment ruling that the NFL
Pipeline Forms Licensing Agreement with Mikshag
PIPELINE International announced a new licensing agreement with Mikshag, Inc. to create an extensive line of apparel, swimwear and outerwear for young men and juniors. Mikshag will design, produce, and distribute PIPELINE branded product through sporting
Stride-Rite Reacquires PRO-Keds
Amidst its attempts to incorporate modern themes into some of its classic shoe styles, The Stride Rite Corp. has reacquired the rights to the PRO-Keds brand…
Bay Harbour to Acquire Steve and Barry’s
Bay Harbour Management LC plans to purchase out of bankruptcy the assets of Steve & Barry's for $168 million. The New York-based investment firm plans to keep open about 150 of the chain's 276 stores, according to the Bay Harbour managing princi
Under Armour Names New Director of Communications
Under Armour, Inc. has appointed Diane Pelkey to the position of director of communications. In this role, Pelkey will guide Under Armour’s global internal and external public relations efforts including media relations, the development of long-term commu
Eastern Mountain Sports Launches Website
Eastern Mountain Sports announced the launch of mntnLIFE.com, an outdoor community website where consumers can access free trail data, share tips about their favorite destinations, and plan same-day trips. Content for the website is driven by professional
COSTCO to Bring Organic Clothing Program to U.S.
After the successful rollout of environmentally sustainable hemp, bamboo, organic cotton and soy blended apparel in Canada, COSTCO Wholesale Corporation has decided to introduce the program in the United States. Under a so-called “special event distributi
Delta Q4 Sales Jump 14,7%, Soffe Up 1.4%
Delta Apparel, Inc. reported net sales for the fourth quarter ended June 28, 2008 increased 14.7% to $105.3 million. The retail-ready segment, comprised of the Soffe and Junkfood businesses, reported a 14.6% sales increase to $49.6 million for the fourth
