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And the winner is.....
Not even a gridlocked city of London could dampen the spirits of those attending the 2006 Sport Industry Awards taking place at the prestigious riverside venue, Old Billingsgate Market.
Consumers are gearing up for World Cup Fever
Over 40% of a selected group of consumers across the Big 5 European countries have already purchased or intend to purchase an official national team shirt for the World Cup 2006, claim NPD Sports Tracking Europe.
New head of global marketing for Reebok
Reebok has named Uli Becker as Head of Global Marketing for the Reebok Brand.
Exergenics appoint for global growth
Exergenics has stepped up its international expansion drive with the appointment of James Mair to identify and secure distributors globally for a new range of products the company has just launched – the Core Pilot, the Isokinetic Fitness System and the Balance Master by Exergenics.
Joma expand into Ireland,
Spanish sportswear manufacturers Joma are growing their international distribution network by expanding into Ireland, in addition, OverPlay Sports have been appointed as the official Team wear partner to Joma in Ireland.
Stag continue staggering growth
Ten new members joined STAG in April bringing the groups total to 323 and the location of the new retailers suggests that STAG’s reputation is spread nationwide and is beginning to attract outdoor as well as sports retailers.
Adidas group buys Reebok Distribution rights for Russia
The adidas Group has bought the distribution rights for the Reebok brand in CIS (Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan) from ZAO RBK-Retail, Reebok’s Russian distributor.
Nike joins forces with Apple
Two of the world's best-known brands, have decided to join forces to produce equipment for runners, announcing the release of a system that links Nike running shoes to Apple's iPod nano digital music players.
Billabong re-opens its leading flagship store in Hossegor
Billabong’s first flagship store, opened in Hossegor in 1997, has re-open its doors after a complete renovation.
GBMI sells Pony
Footwear manufacturer Global Brand Marketing Inc. (GBMI) has announced the sale of its majority interest in Pony International LLC to Sharp Gain Profits Limited, a member of the Symphony Holdings Group based in Hong Kong.
Market Intelligence
Sole Tech President and CEO Pierre Andre Senizergues launched the Etnies brand in California16 year’s ago and has been instrumental in revolutionising the industry.
Well what dreams May brings.
There can hardly be a household that isn’t already preparing for fights over the remote, planning intricate social schedules and postponing all other engagements from June 9th onwards.
DOW XLA The Freedom Fiber
Dow Fiber Solutions introduces DOW XLA™, the world’s first elastic fibre inherently resistant to harsh chemicals as well as high heat.
Looking good in October for outdoor trade show
The trade has reacted warmly to the launch of the new Outdoor Trade Show (OTS) according to the organisers - MCS.
OutDoor Women
With 40% of climbers being female, the OutDoor trade fair in July at Friedrichshafen will focus on women.
Silva go with Lowrance
Supplied exclusively in the UK and Ireland by Silva, the new iFinder GO2 from Lowrance sets a new standard in quality as well as pricing.
Retailer workshops go outdoors
Haglöfs introduced its series of retailer workshops earlier this year to great acclaim. According to a press statement, Haglöfs is extremely concerned that retail staff have as much product information as possible and believe that the best way for this to be gained is by using it ‘on the hill’, simulating the use that the products will ultimately be subjected to.
Shops in shops breed success for Vango
Retailer, Outdoor World UK Ltd, has seen an increase in sales since installing Vango’s new ‘shop in shop’ concept six weeks ago.
Mephisto now in Oxford
With the goal to make the world’s most comfortable walking shoe, the Mephisto brand, despite changes in fashion trends is still praised for its quality and comfort.
First words from the Ed
April saw a first for me when I received a mountain bike as a birthday present. Admittedly I was somewhat taken aback, particularly as my activities in the great outdoors have been either on horse back, skiing, abseiling (albeit some while ago) and a recent desire to take my family camping. However, showing willing (always keen to give most sporting activities a go) I was kitted out with hat, gloves and of course my bike – off we set for what I thought would be a leisurely ride up and along the North Downs. The cycle routes that have been set out however, are obviously for the keen enthusiast and whilst I have always maintained I prefer to come down a hill (or mountain - skiing is a great passion) and that climbing up has always engendered a fear, it is certainly not the same on a bike. Give me a hill to climb any day - coming down - well, all I can say is fearless I no longer am, the speed, turns and ultimate crash (luckily only pride was hurt) are obviously designed for the thrill seekers - but as a stubborn taurean - I will keep at it until I have conquered my fear and the particular route that even my nine year old can manage!
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