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OBIT: Michael Ybarra Perishes in Sierra Nevada
Outdoor adventurer and writer Michael J. Ybarra, who contributed regularly to the Wall Street Journal, died last weekend while climbing solo in the Sierra Nevada…
NBA Launches Brazil Online Store
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Netshoes launched LojaNBA.com, the first-ever official NBA online store in Brazil that gives millions of fans quick and easy access to official NBA branded merchandise…
Vail Resorts Names New Strategy Chief
Vail Resorts, Inc. appointed Michael Barkin as vice president of strategy and development effective July 30. Barkin will pursue acquisition opportunities and support the company's international growth…
Golfsmith Sees 4.7 Percent Q2 Comp Gain
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. said revenues increased approximately 12 percent in the second quarter ended June 30, to $146.0 million as compared to net revenues of $130.2 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2011. Net revenues reflect a 4.7
McDavid Launches New Brand Identity
McDavid, Inc. announced a new brand identity to reflect the company’s mission to be an essential part of every athlete’s training, motivation and success. Said Bob McDavid, president and CEO, “Our goal was a new look that athletes will relate
Superfeet Launches European Ops Center in Scotland
Superfeet Worldwide Inc. took over responsibility for all its European distribution Monday through a new operations center in Edinburgh, Scotland. Superfeet will also begin distributing its products and systems directly to retailers in the UK and Ireland
Lilypond Names Sales Agencies
Lilypond, a maker of premium bags, totes and accessories for women, has hired new sales representatives…
Lenzing Breaks Ground on Austrian Tencel Plant
Lenzing AG said construction work has begun on a new plant in Austria that will increase its Tencel production capacity by nearly 50 percent when it’s completed in 24 months. Lenzing’s Tencel and Modal cellulosic fibers have become popular wit
Clif Kid Announces Seven Finalists for Backyard Game of the Year Contest
Clif Kid announced six finalists for the second annual Backyard Game of the Year contest. At a July 14 playoff in San Francisco, U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Jonny Moseley and best-selling author and outdoor play advocate Richard Louv, will decide who wins
Mountain Gear, Mammut Complete Paradox Sports Project
Outdoor retailer Mountain Gear recently wrapped up an exciting mountaineering and climbing collaboration with athletes from Paradox Sports, a non-profit organization that provides inspiration and opportunity to the disabled community, and Mammut, a Swiss
Payless ShoeSource Announces Extended Sizes for Women
Payless ShoeSource said it will start offering wider width and harder-to-find shoe sizes for women beyond the size 10 traditionally offered by most footwear retailers…
Forest Service Reports Shift to More Passive Outdoor Recreation
A study released by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) last week, projects steady and even robust growth in participation in outdoor sports through 2060 despite declining participation rates in several core activities…
Western U.S. Mountain Resorts On Pace for Big Gains through the Fall
Data available at the end of May indicate occupancy at western U.S. mountain resorts are poised to grow 16.2 percent this month and continue at that pace deep into the fall, according to the most recent bulletin from the Mountain Travel Research Program (
Billabong to Raise Capital, Slashes EPS Outlook
Billabong International Ltd. announced plans to raise A$225 million ($229 million) selling new stock at a discount to repay debt while also lowering its earnings forecasts. The Australian-based surf giant also revealed that Chairman Ted Kunkel plans to re
Mexico and Canada to Join TPP Talks
Mexico and Canada have accepted invitations to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) in a move that marks a significant opportunity for the outdoor industry…
