# footwear (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover footwear. Page: Feed: --- ## [This “Feature” On Your Cast-Iron Skillet Is Actually a Defect](https://www.gearpatrol.com/home/hidden-feature-cast-iron-skillet/) _2026-08-26 · Jack Seemer · Gear Patrol_ Once you find this tricky little detail, you won't be able to unsee it. ## [How to Tell a Fake Rolex From a Real One, According to a Watch Expert](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/how-to-spot-fake-rolex/) _2026-08-26 · Johnny Brayson · Gear Patrol_ Tip #1: Don't buy a watch from the inside of a trench coat. ## [Luminox’s Swiss Force Blue Watch Brings Nautical Style to an Affordable Spec-Ops Diver](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/luminox-force-blue-pacific-diver/) _2026-08-26 · Sean Tirman · Gear Patrol_ A joint effort with a veteran and conservation-focused organization, this purpose-driven watch is as formidable as it is stylish. ## [Think You Know the Porsche 911? These 27 Terms Will Settle the Debate](https://www.gearpatrol.com/cars/porsche-911-terms/) _2026-08-26 · Chris Chin · Gear Patrol_ Get fluent in 60 seconds or less. ## [CRKT’s Iconic Pilar EDC Knife Gets a Price Cut to Under $40 (Over 50 Percent Off)](https://www.gearpatrol.com/deals/crkt-pilar-copper-blade-hq-sale/) _2026-08-26 · Sean Tirman · Gear Patrol_ This tiny folder was already among the best affordable options on the market, but this deal makes it practically unbeatable. ## [Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Pro Staff and Sponsorship Manager](https://sgbonline.com/yamaha-u-s-marine-business-unit-names-pro-staff-and-sponsorship-manager/) _2026-08-26 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit appointed Scott Hersey to pro staff and sponsorship manager within the marketing department. In his new role, Hersey manages Yamaha's freshwater and saltwater professional angler programs and tournament sponsorships. ## [EXEC: Scarpa North America Passes the Leadership Baton](https://sgbonline.com/exec-scarpa-north-america-passes-the-leadership-baton/) _2026-08-26 · Thomas J. Ryan · SGB Media Online_ SGB Executive talked with Kim Miller, the longtime CEO of Scarpa North America, and Jonathan Degenhardt, his designated successor, about the 88-year outdoor footwear brand’s heritage and current momentum, the lengthy CEO transition process, and what’s next for Scarpa and the outdoor industry. ## [Kohl’s Hikes FY Earnings Outlook on Q2 Results Crush Analyst Targets](https://sgbonline.com/kohls-hikes-fy-earnings-outlook/) _2026-08-26 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Kohl’s Corp. sharply raised its EPS guidance for the year as net earnings in the second quarter surged 136 percent on an adjusted basis due to healthier margins. Sales guidance was also increased slightly, although same-store sales slipped 0.9 percent, marking its 18th consecutive quarter of declines. Earnings at $1.28 easily beating the Wall Street \[…\] ## [Kohl’s Appoints as Chief Customer Officer](https://sgbonline.com/kohls-appoints-as-chief-customer-officer/) _2026-08-26 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Kohl's Corp. promoted Arianne Parisi, formerly its chief digital officer, to chief customer officer, a newly created role. Prior to joining Kohl's in 2025, Parisi served as global chief digital officer at JD Sports Fashion. Kohl's also announced that Christie Raymond, Kohl's chief marketing officer, will be leaving in September. ## [A Bunch of Vuarnet’s Purpose-Built Sunglasses Are Almost Half-Off Right Now](https://www.gearpatrol.com/deals/vuarnet-sunglasses-sale-2026/) _2026-08-25 · Johnny Brayson · Gear Patrol_ Your eyes will thank you. ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g72Rh1b0vCPZ) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Hyundai’s Most Premium Palisade Gives a Different Meaning to “Elevated”](https://www.gearpatrol.com/cars/2027-hyundai-palisade-high-roof-option/) _2026-08-25 · gvandyke · Gear Patrol_ The automaker has unveiled a new luxury-laden option for its flagship family-hauler. ## [EXEC: Son of Luxottica Founder to Resign Over Reported CEO Rift](https://sgbonline.com/exec-son-of-luxottica-founder-to-resign-over-reported-ceo-rift/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, the son of EssilorLuxottica's late founder, is stepping down as chairman of the Ray-Ban brand and the company’s chief strategy officer due to reported tensions with CEO Francesco Milleri. ## [EXEC: Top Dick’s SG Brass Make Case for Staying the Course Amidst Q2 Market Shift](https://sgbonline.com/exec-top-dicks-sg-brass-make-case-for-staying-the-course-amidst-q2-market-shift/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ The conversation that Executive Chairman Ed Stack, President & CEO Lauren Hobart, and CFO Navdeep Gupta had with analysts became more about staying the course, the company's commitment to the acquired Foot Locker business, and how the trio expects to weather the storm that hit earlier in the morning when the company released its earnings for the most recent period. ## [These Gorgeous Bookshelf Speakers Are Designed for Serious Audiophiles](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/buchardt-audio-e50-s-bookshelf-speakers/) _2026-08-25 · tbowe · Gear Patrol_ The Danish loudspeaker specialist called the original E50 bookshelf speakers its "masterpiece." These are their next evolution. ## [Harley-Davidson’s Most Chopper-Like Cruiser Gets a Rare Blacked-Out Uplift](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/2026-harley-davidson-blacked-out-breakout/) _2026-08-25 · Steve Mazzucchi · Gear Patrol_ The beloved brand delivers a darkly dazzling Breakout to some of the bike’s most ardent fans. (G'day, mates.) ## [New Balance’s Latest Allerdale Variant Pairs Perfectly with Your Carhartt Jacket](https://www.gearpatrol.com/footwear/new-balance-made-in-uk-allerdale-chai-tea/) _2026-08-25 · Ethan Brehm · Gear Patrol_ The premium Made in UK sneaker has serious workwear vibes in this new colorway. ## [Report: Key Brands Suffer from Lack of Freshness in Stifel’s 2026 BTS Athletic Footwear Survey](https://sgbonline.com/exec-lack-of-newness-drives-share-losses-in-stifels-2026-bts-athletic-footwear-survey/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ Asics was among the few brands showing notable ground in popularity with teens in Stifel’s Back-to-School 2026 Athletic Footwear Survey, with demand for many legacy brands seen being impacted by a lack of newness. Nike showed some recovery but it was led by Air Force 1. New Balance and Adidas held onto second and third popularity ranks, respectively, but share eroded year over year. The survey… ## [Report: Smart Ring Maker Oura Seeks to Raise $3B via IPO](https://sgbonline.com/report-smart-ring-maker-oura-to-seek-to-raise-3-billion-ipo/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ The Finnish maker of smart rings that track health, fitness and sleep will reportedly target a company valuation of more than $16 billion in a September initial public offering in the U.S., according to Bloomberg. ## [Skims Names Chief Design Officer, Chief Brand Officer](https://sgbonline.com/skims-names-chief-design-officer-chief-brand-officer/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Skims appointed Erin Magee, a 22-year veteran at Supreme, as chief design officer while promoting Kim Schraub to chief brand officer. Both are newly created roles. ## [Academy Sports to Open 200 Ariat Shop-in-Shops](https://sgbonline.com/academy-sports-expands-ariat-to-200-stores/) _2026-08-25 · SGB Partner Sponsored Content · SGB Media Online_ Academy Sports + Outdoors announced plans to launch 200 Ariat in-store shops this fall. ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oSS7Kk2bEG9T) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [Nobull Secures Private-Equity Partner](https://sgbonline.com/nobull-secures-private-equity-partner/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Nobull, the cross-training footwear brand owned by beverage entrepreneur Mike Repole and NFL legend Tom Brady, closed on an investment round at a $1 billion valuation. Dynasty Financial’s acquisition of an approximately 3 percent stake in Nobull represented a co-investment via an SPV (special purpose vehicle) alongside of Driven Capital, Repole's family office. ## [Dick’s SG Reaches Maxfli and Top Flite Distribution Deal with Australia’s House of Golf](https://sgbonline.com/dicks-sg-reaches-maxfli-and-top-flite-distribution-deal-with-australias-house-of-golf/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Dick’s Sporting Good reached a five-year exclusive agreement to make Australian retailer The House of Golf Retail Group the exclusive Australian distributor and retail partner for its two golf brands, Maxfli and Top Flite. ## [EXEC: Canada’s Roots To Go Private in Marquee Brands Deal](https://sgbonline.com/exec-canadas-roots-to-go-private-in-marquee-brands-deal/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ Canadian outdoor and lifestyle brand Roots Corp. has agreed to be taken private by Marquee Brands, the U.S. brand management company that owns Body Glove, Dakine, Stance and Totes/Isotoner in the active and outdoor space. Under the agreement, shareholders will receive C$4.10 (US$2.98) in cash for every common share held for a purchase price of C$160.7 million ($117 million). ## [Ahead Appoints Ontario Sales Rep](https://sgbonline.com/ahead-appoints-ontario-sales-rep/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ The golf headwear and apparel brand appointed Andrew Bastedo as sales representative for Ontario, Canada. Bastedo’s sales background includes representing brands in Canada in competitive swimwear, fashion swim, and athletic and lifestyle apparel, including Nike Swim, Perry Ellis International, and Champion. ## [BJ’s Wholesale Club Lifts FY EPS Guidance as Q2 Surpasses Expectations](https://sgbonline.com/bjs-wholesale-club-lifts-fy-eps-guidance-as-q2-surpasses-expectations/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. raised its EPS outlook for the year after reporting adjusted EBITDA grew 9.4 percent in the second quarter on a 3.1 percent same-store gain, excluding gasoline sales. ## [EXEC: Pelago Appoints CEO](https://sgbonline.com/pelago-appoints-new-ceo/) _2026-08-22 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ Finnish bicycle manufacturer Pelago has appointed Mika Sarimo as chief executive officer. Sarimo previously held leadership positions at Nokia and was most recently at HMD Global, overseeing marketing and regional operations across EMEA and other international markets. ## [13 New Knives and EDC You Might’ve Missed from Ka-Bar, The James Brand and More](https://www.gearpatrol.com/briefings/new-edc-pocket-knife-releases-august-22-2026/) _2026-08-22 · Sean Tirman · Gear Patrol_ From a surprise Swiss Army Knife rival to a spin on the original NASA pen, this has been an exciting week in blades and tools. ## [BMW Appears to Have a New Midsize Adventure Bike Inbound](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/bmw-middleweight-adventure-bike-spy-shots/) _2026-08-21 · gvandyke · Gear Patrol_ The German brand was recently spotted testing a bike that has all the makings of a middleweight F 650 GS revival. ## [8 New Whiskeys You May Have Missed This Past Week](https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/best-new-whiskey-august-21-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Ethan Brehm · Gear Patrol_ Exciting new spirits you should add to your bar cart. ## [Did IKEA Accidentally Create the Perfect $6 Hi-Fi Accessory for CD Collectors?](https://www.gearpatrol.com/tech/ikea-rinnig-plate-holder-cd-vinyl-display/) _2026-08-21 · Jack Seemer · Gear Patrol_ Hiding in the retailer's kitchen section is an ingenious $6 hack for analog-music listeners, new and old. ## [Zero-Persistence E2EE (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/C5N8eTivjkSw) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ End-to-end encryption with client-side WebCrypto and volatile memory. ## [An Ancient Japanese Blade Inspired This Precise New EDC Knife](https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/tenable-knives-toothpik/) _2026-08-21 · Steve Mazzucchi · Gear Patrol_ Though its historical inspiration dates back centuries, Tenable’s Toothpik makes a strong modern-day mainstay play. ## [Timex’s Dive-Ready Automatic Field Watch Is Even More Affordable in Steel](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/timex-expeditioin-pioneer-divers/) _2026-08-21 · Brad Lanphear · Gear Patrol_ Timex updates the Expedition Pioneer diver-field watch with a stainless steel case and a price starting at $429. ## [The Best New Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2026 (Updated)](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/best-tech-audio-hi-fi-releases-2026-august-week-3/) _2026-08-21 · tbowe · Gear Patrol_ Including Sennheiser's flagship wireless earbuds, Pro-Ject's entry-level turntable and several new bookshelf speakers. ## [Harley-Davidson’s Tiny Approachable Trail Moto Finally Hits Home Soil](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/livewire-s4-honcho-trail-dealer-availability/) _2026-08-21 · gvandyke · Gear Patrol_ LiveWire's S4 Honcho started production just a few weeks ago, and the more dirt-appropriate of the pair is now rolling out across dealerships. ## [Vans Is Quietly Selling Its Most Iconic Sneakers for Way Less](https://www.gearpatrol.com/deals/vans-sneakers-sale-2026/) _2026-08-21 · hayleyhelmsgps · Gear Patrol_ If you're gearing up for a fall refresh, now is the ideal time to save on the Authentic, Sk8-Hi and more enduringly cool Vans classics. ## [Tops’ New Silent Hero 4 Tanto Quietly Hits the Tactical EDC Knife Apex](https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/tops-knives-silent-hero-4-tanto/) _2026-08-21 · Steve Mazzucchi · Gear Patrol_ The latest chapter is sized and shaped for new scenarios while retaining its original purpose-built appeal. ## [This Affordable Hi-Fi Player Will Make You Want to Start Listening to Cassette Tapes Again](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/fiio-cp-11-portable-cassette-tape-player/) _2026-08-21 · tbowe · Gear Patrol_ Long live physical media. ## [EXEC: Dick’s Q2 Results Preview – Investor Focus on Foot Locker Turnaround](https://sgbonline.com/exec-dicks-q2-results-preview-questions-surround-foot-locker-turnaround/) _2026-08-21 · SGB Executive · SGB Media Online_ Shares of Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. have been trading near 52-week lows due to investor concerns over Foot Locker’s recovery that were reinforced by JD Sports’ subpar first-half results. However, most analysts remain positive on Dick’s shares and expect the retailer to meet or exceed estimates when it reports Q2 results next Tuesday, August 25. ## [This $650 Automatic Dive Watch Has a Sapphire Dial That Adds Intense Visual Depth](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/nodus-sector-ii-dive-holme-hadfield-edition/) _2026-08-21 · Brad Lanphear · Gear Patrol_ Nodus teams up with a celebrated display case manufacturer to create a fascinating sapphire dial for the Sector II Dive. ## [Hoka Turns Its Trusted Trainer Into a Street-Ready Lifestyle Sneaker](https://www.gearpatrol.com/footwear/hoka-clifton-utl/) _2026-08-21 · hayleyhelmsgps · Gear Patrol_ With the UTL, Hoka is betting its best-selling silhouette, beloved by runners and walkers, can win over the streetwear crowd. ## [Adidas Delivers Heritage Craftsmanship to Its Handsome New Samba Sneaker](https://www.gearpatrol.com/footwear/superkicks-x-adidas-originals-samba-heirloom/) _2026-08-21 · Ethan Brehm · Gear Patrol_ Taking inspiration from vintage storage trunks, the iconic low-top has never looked better. ## [Honda’s Most Forward-Thinking Motorcycle Merits a Closer Look](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/honda-ev-outlier-concept-design-award/) _2026-08-21 · Steve Mazzucchi · Gear Patrol_ Beyond its anime-esque aesthetics and next-gen tech, the now award-winning EV Outlier Concept showcases a bold vision for the future. ## [Tissot Upgrades the PRX with a Fancy New Dial](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/tissot-prx-40-mother-of-pearl/) _2026-08-21 · Johnny Brayson · Gear Patrol_ It's the mother of all dials. ## [A Japanese Hi-Fi Brand Just Dropped an Elite Turntable for Serious Vinyl Fans](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/esoteric-t-01-turntable/) _2026-08-21 · tbowe · Gear Patrol_ If you have to ask the price, you can't afford it. ## [Nike to Restock the Viral $95 Mind 001 Slip-On, Now with a Mil-Spec Makeover](https://www.gearpatrol.com/footwear/nike-mind-001-tarp-green/) _2026-08-21 · Jack Seemer · Gear Patrol_ The brand's mind-bending mule trades neon hues for a colorway as cool as the way it's supposed to make you feel. ## [Timex Brings Back a Discontinued Snoopy Watch with One Notable Upgrade](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/timex-peanuts-waterbury-classic-snoopy-autumn/) _2026-08-21 · Ethan Brehm · Gear Patrol_ The highly popular autumn-themed watch is back after six years and better than ever. ## [Bestech’s Duci EDC Flipper Puts an Innovative Spin on an Iconic Tactical Karambit Knife](https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/bestech-duci/) _2026-08-21 · Sean Tirman · Gear Patrol_ Ostap Hel's tiny cutting tool takes notes from the legendary karambit, but it's also highly distinct in its convenient functionality. ## [Smith Gives Its ’90s Eyewear Icon a Celebratory Japanese Uplift](https://www.gearpatrol.com/briefings/today-in-gear/today-in-gear-august-21-2026/) _2026-08-21 · gvandyke · Gear Patrol_ Smith links up on a sweet Slider collab. ## [Ross Stores Raises FY Outlook As Q2 Results Handily Beats Plan](https://sgbonline.com/ross-stores-raises-fy-outlook-as-q2-beats-plan/) _2026-08-21 · SGB Media · SGB Media Online_ Ross Stores, Inc. reported earnings in the second quarter that easily topped guidance due to tariff refunds and a strong underlying operating performance. Same-store sales in the period jumped 10 percent. ## [Reebok Becomes Official Partner for Xenom London](https://sgbonline.com/reebok-becomes-official-partner-for-xenom-london/) _2026-08-21 · SGB Partner Sponsored Content · SGB Media Online_ Reebok has signed on as the Official Apparel and Footwear Partner for the inaugural Xenom London, the functional fitness competition that takes place on August 29 and 30 at Olympia London.