Bikes Belong is launching an ambitious Bicycling Design Best Practices Project. The goal is to improve U.S. bicycling infrastructure by encouraging the implementation of innovative, successful models of bike facility design, engineering and promotion—many
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Usaijn Bolt Boosts Puma
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Cybex Renames Exercise Institute
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TEKO Appoints New Rep Groups in Mid West and Rockies
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Adrenalina President Resigns
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Brunswick Completes Debt Exchange
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Wolverine Worldwide Trailer Stolen
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Columbia Sportswear Sues Ex-Designer
Columbia Sportswear has sued a former footwear designer for using company time, equipment and information to do work for competitors, according to a report in the Oregonian. Brian O'Boyle designed for several business rivals, including Crocs, accordi
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