Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is looking ahead to a new U.S. president and administration, and the opportunities they bring, by taking some big steps to expand its government affairs work in 2008…
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Beefed up OIA Lobbying Staff Sets ’09 Priorities
When asked about the single biggest obstacle to Outdoor Industry Association’s (OIA) public policy agenda this year, Todd Keller responds without hesitation:
“The election”…
The Centennial Initiative aims to revitalize the National Park Service by 2016
The image of a national park ranger wearing a distinctive, flat-brimmed hat, and standing by ready to answer questions and protect the environment, is a quintessential American icon. With our society in a great period of change, do Americans still hold th
The Art of Tent Design Becomes More Refined and User-Friendly
According to Chris Hilliard, product manager at Mountain Hardwear, tent design begins with basic human desires. “In Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, shelter is the number two need,” he says. “In the outdoors, shelter is vital to the success of what you are do
All in Good Taste
From carabiners to coffee, Summit Canyon Mountaineering keeps customers satisfied. In June 2005, Carl and Kathy Moak climbed into a big pair of shoes when they purchased Summit Canyon Mountaineering. With one store each in Glenwood Springs and Grand Junc
Riding a New Wave
Confluence’s Sue Rechner discusses the state of the buinsess…
Into the Wild
Fall ’08 trail running multi-sport shoes offer versatility and performance…
The Easy Life
Camping products offer all the comforts of home, wherever that may be…
Polishing the Jewels that are America’s National Parks
In 2016, we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service—100 years of protection, preservation and enjoyment of the jewels in America’s crown. To help us prepare for that celebration, President Bush proposed the National Park Centenni
ASICS America Announces New CEO
ASICS America Corporation has welcomed new CEO and chairman Nobuo Oda. Previously with ASICS Corporation in Kobe, Japan as a board member and general manager of the Sports Apparel Division, Oda took over his new duties April 1, 2008 at the U.S. headquarte
Saucony Dedicates Design Center to Shay
Saucony has created a formal tribute to Ryan Shay, a Saucony sponsored athlete who died suddenly during the Men’s Olympic Marathon Trials in New York City last November. On April 17th, Saucony will host a ceremony to dedicate a portion of its product cre
New Balance to Sponsor CIGNA Falmouth Road Race
New Balance has signed a one-year footwear and apparel sponsorship deal with the CIGNA Falmouth Road Race to be held on Sunday, August 10…
Fleet Feet Expands Management Team
Fleet Feet, Inc. has announced a corporate restructure and welcomed three new team members. The restructure plan, which facilitates the best use of resources to support franchises and manage current and future growth, involves refining the responsibilitie
Aetrex Names Eastern Regional Sale Manager
Aetrex Worldwide has hired Bruce Finestone as eastern regional sales manager. Finestone, who has more than 30 years of footwear sales experiene, will be responsible for building the brand and developing strategic, regional sales plans for Aetrex’s line of
Serving San Antonio’s Blooming Running Community
It all started with a simple consumer question: “What’s the difference between polyester and cotton T-shirts? I can buy one for $12 and the other costs me $36. Can you help me out?”
Amber Anthony and her business partner, Ashley Rosilier, owners of Run Ge
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