US specialty retailer of sports related apparel, footwear, equipment and accessories Zumiez Inc. has reported record results for the second quarter and six months ended July 30, 2005.

Total net sales for the second quarter increased by 28.7% to $39.4 million from $30.6 million reported in the second quarter of the prior year. The company posted net income for the quarter of $848,000 versus net income of $239,000 in the same quarter of the prior year.

Total net sales for the first six months of fiscal 2005 increased by 31.3% to $72.8 million from $55.4 million reported in the first six months of the prior year. The company posted net income of $808,000 versus a net loss of $439,000 in the prior year.

Rick Brooks, president and CEO of Zumiez, stated, "Our results for the second quarter, which exceeded expectations, were driven by new store openings, double digit comparable store sales gains and continued operating margin expansion. We were pleased with the strong performance of our new stores, further highlighting the expansion opportunities that exist for Zumiez on a national basis. "

Zumiez stores cater to young men and women between ages 12-24, focusing on skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, motocross and BMX.