Canadian luxury outerwear and sportswear brand, Moose Knuckles, said Victor Luis has been appointed CEO.
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Hoka Opens First Two Stores
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Former Nike Football Head Joins Relo Metrics Board
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Smith & Wesson’s Fiscal Q1 Revenues Expand 20 Percent
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Inside The Call: Famous Footwear Shines But Brand Portfolio Struggles For Caleres in Q2
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Ikon Pass Expands Further Into Europe
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MicroSend Launches Miniature Climbing Kit To Support Access Fund
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Craft Sportswear Becomes Official Athletic Footwear Partner Of The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
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Front Runner Outfitters Illuminates Road Ahead With Powerful New Lighting Option
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Matador Travel Equipment Updates Advanced Series
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Norrøna Invests In The U.S.; Adds Three Sales Agencies
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Gnarly Nutrition Adds Creatine To Product Line
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Filson x Helinox Collection Captures The Colors And Feel Of Autumn
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AFFTA Postpones International Fly Tackle Dealer Show
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