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Shock Doctor and McDavid Finalize Merger

Shock Doctor Sports and McDavid Inc. jointly announced the finalization of the transaction officially merging the two leading sports protection companies. Financial terms were not released and both companies will continue to operate independently for the

Costa Growth Contributes to Essilor’s Q1 Growth

Essilor International reported strong sales of the Costa sunglasses in the United States and its Bolon brand in China helped drive sales to €1.66 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, up 12.7 percent in currency-neutral (c-n) terms…

RECALL: Trek Recalls Nearly 1 Million Bikes

Trek Bicycle is recalling nearly 1 million bikes sold since 1999 following reports of three injuries, including one which resulted in quadriplegia, according to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC). Trek attributed the injuries to improper use o

Nike Signs Marcus Mariota

Nike Inc. has signed Marcus Mariota to an endorsement deal. The former University of Oregon Ducks starting quarterback is expected to be a top-five pick the upcoming NFL draft…

Dick’s SG Scales Back Expansion Plans

Citing concerns about cannibalization as well as the ongoing shift towards online spending, Dick’s SG last week sharply lowered its planned store growth over the next three years and its overall fiscal 2017 revenue targets. “We feel based on t

Zalando’s Q1 Results Beat Plan

Zalando SE, the German fashion e-tailer, reported group revenues and adjusted EBIT exceeded expectations in the first quarter, mainly due to a strong start on the spring/summer season across Europe and the UK…

Target to Launch “C9 Challenge” Group Fitness Class

Target is partnering with Life Time Fitness around the launch of “C9 Challenge,” a group fitness class that also highlights C9 Champion, Target’s exclusive activewear line for men, women and kids…

Vibram Relaunches Boston Newbury Street Store

Vibram has updated its flagship Boston Newbury Street Store. The retail shop has been refreshed with a brand experience that celebrates 70 years of soling heritage and showcases the latest products for today’s footwear consumer…

Nike Launches Largest Women’s Campaign

Declaring it the brand’s “largest initiative to support and motivate a women’s athletic journey,” Nike launched a new campaign, #betterforit, headlined by a series of short films debuting on April 12. The campaign is designed to &#

Big Rock Sports Honored by Hornady Manufacturing

Hornady Manufacturing Company recently honored Big Rock Sports, LLC, as a 2014 “Distributor of the Year,” for increasing its ammunition, accessories and black powder sales during a pivotal year for shooting sports manufacturers…