Arc’teryx Appoints VP, Store Development 

Arc’teryx announced the appointment of Chris Pelyk to VP, store development, effective immediately. In his new role, Pelyk will be responsible for overseeing the global expansion, real estate, store design, and construction of its retail stores. He was formerly senior director of store development in Asia for Lululemon.

Cardo Systems Offers Packtalk Ski System For 2021/22 Winter Season

Cardo Systems, the manufacturer of Dynamic Mesh Communication motorcycle communication devices, announced that its Packtalk Ski product line is available for the 2021/22 winter season, giving skiers and snowboarders a new way to communicate on the slopes and in the backcountry. Founded in 2003 as an early creator of Bluetooth headpieces for cell phones, Cardo […]

PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. Sets New Standard for Renewable Manufacturing Technology

PrimaLoft Inc. has been reducing the impact of its products by using recycled material, designing for circularity and developing technology that combats microplastic pollution. Now, the company is rethinking the way it manufactures its products. PrimaLoft announced developments to its PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. manufacturing platform. P.U.R.E., which stands for “Produced Using Reduced Emissions,” is a proprietary, […]

Rumpl Introduces Responsibly Sourced Merino Wool Blanket Collection

Rumpl announced it has expanded its product offering to include a Merino wool blanket collection designed for home use. “Wool blankets don’t have to be itchy. The traditional itchy wool blanket is part of a boring, stagnant category that deserves a refresh,” said Wylie Robinson, CEO and founder, Rumpl. “We are directly addressing this with the […]

Baffin Introduces Its Men’s Compass Collection For FW21

Baffin announced the introduction of its Compass Collection for men—four slip-resistant leather boots for FW21. The collection features Baffin’s Fixed-Fit multi-layer inner boot system, containing proprietary technology including B-Tek Foam lining and B-Tek Heat for high-loft breathability in a broad range of temperatures. The collection also features its IceBite grip compound for greater slip resistance […]

Scheels To Open Second Store In Kansas

Scheels announced plans to open its second store in Wichita, KS. The retail location is set to open Spring 2023. The company’s first Kansas store opened in Overland Park in 2015.

Compass Diversified Acquires Packaging Provider

Altor Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Compass Diversified (CODI) announced that it has acquired Plymouth Foam for an enterprise value of $56 million, excluding customary closing adjustments. Both firms make protective packaging solutions and componentry.