Hobie announces the launch of its Mirage iTrek Series, a collection of inflatable pedal kayaks and its Mirage iEclipse inflatable stand-up pedalboard. “The new Mirage iTrek series is once again a result of Hobie’s DNA of innovation,” said Doug Skidmore, CEO, Hobie. “Our laser focus on ensuring that we are delivering top-notch, highly functional products […]
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Vail Resorts Sees 17 Percent Drop In Season-To-Date Skier Visits
Vail Resorts reported season-to-date total skier visits were down 16.6 percent compared to the prior year season-to-date period. Season-to-date total lift ticket revenue, including an allocated portion of season pass revenue for each applicable period, was down 20.9 percent.

Stock+Field Closing All Locations
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Anta Sports’ Q4 Sales Gains Led by Fila, Other Brands
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U.S. Bans Cotton From Xinjiang Region
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Adidas Partners With G2 Esports
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Google Completes Fitbit Acquisition
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Nike Sues Nearly 600 Websites For Selling Counterfeit Sneakers
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Sellmark Corporation Acquires BulletSafe
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