37.5 Technology Enhances Biodegradation Of Discarded Textiles

Cocona Labs, makers of 37.5 sustainable thermoregulation technology, have incorporated an additive that allows 37.5 fibers to biodegrade at enhanced rates once placed in landfill conditions*. The new offering does not affect comfort or performance giving designers more freedom in balancing performance and sustainability. The amount of waste from discarded textiles is at an all-time […]

Revo Partners With LakePoint Sports

Revo Sunglasses joined the LakePoint Sports family of official partners. As part of the agreement, athletes, coaches and sports families visiting LakePoint’s Atlanta campus can now experience Revo’s NASA-based polarized lens technology. The curated collection is on display and available in two retail locations on campus, including the Clubhouse Store in the Baseball Village at […]

Dakine Expands Mountain Bike Category With Gear And Updated Apparel Launches

Dakine announced it is growing its mountain bike category for Spring 2021 with riding footwear alongside an updated technical apparel line. “Dakine has been a key player in the progression of mountain biking for more than 20 years,” said Dakine’s Mountain Marketing Manager, Gabe Schroder. “It is only natural that our brand continues to progress […]

LifeStraw Expands Home Product Portfolio With Water Filter Dispenser

LifeStraw announced the expansion of its home product portfolio with an 18-cup home water filter dispenser. The BPA-free dispenser removes bacteria and protects against over 30 contaminants including lead, parasites, microplastics, mercury, PFAS, chemicals, herbicides, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. For every LifeStraw product purchased, a child in need receives safe water for an entire year. “We […]

Under Armour’s Debt Ratings Outlook Upgraded

S&P Global Ratings raised its debt outlook for Under Armour Inc. to Stable From Negative. S&P said Under Armour’s strong first-quarter results “indicate its financial metrics are improving amid the coronavirus pandemic.”

TaylorMade Sold To Centroid Investment Partners

KPS Capital Partners, LP announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company, TaylorMade Golf Company, Inc. to Centroid Investment Partners (“Centroid”), a Seoul, Korea-based private equity firm.

Backcountry Appoints VP Of Owned Brands

Backcountry welcomed former Nike executive Lynsey Lambert to lead strategy and growth as VP of owned brands. Lambert was most recently senior director brand merchandising, global footwear, Nike.

Lodging At Southeast Destinations Continues Recent Momentum

Once again, in contrast with destination lodging around the U.S., the Southeast region is barreling into the third month of the six-month summer season with exceptional performance when compared to last year’s pandemic season and well ahead of the summer of 2019, which posted records for occupancy and rates, according to DestiMetrics, a division of Inntopia.

Fanatics Partners With The Phoenix Suns

Fanatics reached a long-term partnership to operate online and mobile commerce at shop.suns.com for the Phoenix Suns. Fanatics will also run its retail experiences at Phoenix Suns Arena for the Suns, WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and other events hosted at the venue following the conclusion of the current NBA season.