All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 34, Issue 35+36 – Page 3
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News briefsMore sports features on the new Apple Watch
Apple will be releasing its Apple Watch Series 9 in stores on Sept. 22. From the sports perspective, the most salient novelties are the new double-tap gesture (to come in a software update in October), a faster and more capable Siri and the new features of the operating system. ...
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ArticleMuntagnard launches mono-material apparel via Kickstarter to avoid overproduction
Source: Muntagnard Muntagnard founders Dario Pirovino and Dario Grünenfelder Muntagnard, a young startup from Switzerland, has been offering its latest two sustainable products – the MIUtec Iso Vest and the MIUtec Iso Hooded Jacket – exclusively and internationally on Kickstarter since Aug. 24. The company uses Kickstarter ...
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ArticleGowalking.com goes online to unite fitness walkers worldwide
On Sept. 12, Gowalking.com launched a start-up founded by Jeremy Goldstein with the goal of connecting and supporting the world’s estimated 1.2 billion fitness walkers by providing a simple and innovative platform to find and join local walking groups and receive the latest walking fitness news. Gowalking.com ...
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ArticleTecnica presents first ski boot based on new eco design principles
For the 2023/24 season, Tecnica has redesigned its successful Cochise model to reduce its carbon footprint and support the circular economy. “The Cochise is our first ski boot to benefit from what we have learned from the ‘Recycle Your Boots’ program,” explains Matteo Murer, Product Manager Tecnica Ski Boots. “By ...
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News briefsAvatars to get digital sunglasses from Sunglass Hut
Source: Sunglass Hut EssilorLuxottica’s Sunglass Hut and avatar platform Ready Player Me are offering digital sunglasses that users can outfit their avatars with, a unique initiative that combines virtual worlds and physical retail. Starting Sept. 14, customers can pick up free sunglasses for their avatars at select ...
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News briefsElan introduces new Primetime ski collection
Slovenian ski company Elan has launched a new ski series called Primetime. According to Elan, the collection is designed to reignite the excitement of skiing on the slopes. It consists of eight ski models, including four men’s and four women’s skis, that combine a fresh and youthful design philosophy with ...
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News briefsHan Sohee becomes Fila’s global brand ambassador
South Korean actress and model Han Sohee, who gained notoriety for her roles in television series such as The World of the Married and Nevertheless and is known not only in Korea but also abroad for her unique style and renowned filmography with box office records, is the new face ...
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News briefsPogo celebrates 40 years
The longest-serving snowboard company in Europe, Pogo, is turning 40 this year. To this day, all boards are handmade in the manufactory in Löwenstein in southern Germany. On Saturday, Sept. 16, Pogo will open its doors at noon for an open house event, including the board production, the affiliated snowboard ...
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News briefsEuroSIMA is reportedly planning a new event in France
EuroSIMA, the European surf industry association, is planning the launch of a new trade show in Seignosse, in southwestern France, in collaboration with event organizer WSN and the Icon agency, Fashion Network has reported. The project was validated in July by the EuroSIMA board and is now under consideration by ...
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News briefsPuma launches special collection with Instituto Neymar Jr.
Source: Puma Puma has introduced a special collection in collaboration with the Instituto Neymar Jr., a community center founded by Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. that supports underserved youth in his old neighborhood of Praia Grande, near Santos. Puma worked with children from the institute to create ...
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ArticleEU to take action on late payments
The European Commission is at work on a revision of its Late Payment Directive. It has put out a call for evidence and opened up a public consultation. A third step, the convening of an SME panel, is underway. The directive in force dates to February 2011 and is intended ...
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News briefsSpeedo UK and Folk launch outdoor swim capsule
Source: Pentland Speedo UK has teamed up with independent British fashion label Folk to launch a limited-edition outdoor swim collection. With more consumers preferring outdoor swimming in lakes, rivers and oceans, the collection gives swimmers more outerwear options to brave cold waters and warm up after a ...
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News briefsReebok partners with American football star Justin Fields
Source: Reebok Justin Fields Reebok and 24-year-old Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields have announced a long-term partnership. With this move, Reebok aims to reclaim its position in team sports for the long term. Part of that strategy will include expanding its athlete roster, increasing its presence in ...
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ArticleZumiez encouraged by some brands in Europe, private label growth
Zumiez, despite reporting a Q2 loss of $8.5 million against a profit of 3.1 million and an 11.6 percent drop in revenues to $194.4 million for the period ended July 29, remains encouraged by key elements of its overall business. Those include “a good trend line” heading into Q4, a ...
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News briefsCatalonian chain expands
Wala has opened a seventh store, according to both TradeSport and CMDsport. It is a 2,200-sqm operation with a staff of 40 located in Sant Pere de Ribes, Catalonia. The retail chain does all of its business in this one Spanish autonomous community and covers mountain and snow sports, cycling, ...
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News briefsUK fashion sector launches Circular Fashion Innovation Network (CFIN)
The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT), the British Fashion Council (BFC) and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) have announced the launch of the Circular Fashion Innovation Network (CFIN). This new partnership will bring together industry, innovators, investors, academia and broader stakeholders “to accelerate the UK to a leading Circular ...
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News briefsNFL keeps looking across the pond
America’s professional league for American football, the NFL, announced back in May that it would be shifting five games in the regular season to Europe for its International Series of 2023. These will be taking place in October and November, with three games in London and two in Germany. The ...
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News briefsAthleisure market to grow at 5.2% CAGR by 2032
The global athleisure market generated $2.0 billion in 2022 and is projected to generate $3.2 billion by 2032, posting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2 percent from 2023 to 2032. The data is included in a recent 300-page report by Allied Market Research, a business-consulting wing of Allied ...
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News briefsAsics releases lightest CO2 emissions sneaker
Source: Asics Asics has launched the Gel-Lyte™ III CM 1.95 sneaker, calling it the lightest CO2 emissions sneaker on the market, based on a calculation conducted by Asics and validated by SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) Japan, in accordance with ISO14067 standard in August 2022. Inspired by ...
