With assets of up to $ 1 billion,
the athletic gear retailer will land in the seventh spot in a tally led by Circuit City, Linens & Things, and General Atlantic & Pacific Tea (A&P).
Athletic gear retailer sees a broader appeal for the brand among runners, cyclists, CrossFit enthusiasts and other athletes.
Not exact matches
Those investments by the
athletic gear manufacturers to control more of their own
retail distribution comes as sports
retailers like Sports Authority land in bankruptcy.
Nike could be close to selling its
athletic gear directly on Amazon.com's e-commerce site, a move that would further rattle brick - and - mortar
retailers that have depended on big brands like Nike to drive sales.
Mass
retailers are paying close attention and will likely stock their shelves with more
athletic gear in 2015.
A potential new competitor for Lululemon and Athleta, this Australian
retailer specializes in women's
athletic gear, including $ 64 «flashdance» pants and $ 40 tanks.