Golftec, Xero Shoes, SylvanSport, Stinger Sports, Bases Loaded and GiantMouse are brands in the wide range of companies in the active lifestyle space to land in Inc‘s 5000 for 2023 annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America—a snapshot of companies’ performance from 2019 to 2022.
Since Inc. started publishing its annual ranking in 1979, the publication has featured companies with rapid revenue growth to highlight entrepreneurial success. Notables include Under Armour, Peloton, Patagonia, Zappos, Bombas, Stone Glacier, Hyperice, and PXG in the active space. Other companies include household names, including LinkedIn, Microsoft, Dell, Yelp, Domino’s Pizza, and Zillow, which first gained national attention as honorees.
Companies in the active lifestyle space in Inc.’s 5000 for 2023, ranked according to growth, compiled by the publication, include:
- #47 – Marcella, Florence, SC-based e-commerce women’s fashion brand with a sustainable focus. Three-year growth rate: 8,445 percent.
- #53 – Kaplan Laboratory (H-PROOF), Hallandale Beach, FL-based maker of health and wellness products. Three-year growth rate: 7,886 percent.
- #47 – Woxer, Miami-FL-based maker of women’s underwear. Three-year growth rate: 3,752 percent.
- #131 – Puffin Drinkwear, Bend, OR-maker of apparel-themed cozies. Three-year growth rate: 8,445 percent.
- #187 – Cymbiotika, San Diego, CA-based maker of wellness supplements. Three-year growth Rate: 2,868 percent.
- #235 – Ultraview Archery, Norcross, GA-based maker of archery equipment. Three-year growth rate: 2,364 percent.
- #248 – Llama Naturals, Countryside, IL-based maker of gummy vitamins. Three-year growth rate: 2,240 percent.
- #266 – Gymreapers, Nampa, ID-based online seller of athletic training gear, equipment and apparel. Three-year growth rate: 2,118 percent.
- #280 – Marc Nolan, Chicago, IL-based men’s fashion footwear maker. Three-year growth rate: 2,007 percent.
- #292 – Body20, Houston, TX-based fitness studio that uses an electro-muscle stimulation suit to deliver isolated muscle stimulation. Three-year growth rate: 1,931 percent.
- #338 – TKO Sales, Pompano Beach, NY-based custom heat transfer manufacturer specializing in screen-printed and digital screen-printed transfers. Three-year growth rate: 1,699 percent.
- #358 – Klassy Network, Orlando, FL-based women’s apparel brand. Three-year growth rate: 1,599 percent.
- #412 – Element 26, Fort Pierce, FL-based maker of weightlifting gear. Three-year growth rate: 1,406 percent.
- #445 – The Indoor Golf Shop, Celina, TX-based distributor and manufacturer of indoor golf products. Three-year growth rate: 1,306 percent.
- #472 – True Shot Gun Club, Tempe, AZ-based online ammunition dealer. Three-year growth rate: 1,233 percent.
- #473 – Vade Nutrition, Wixom, MI-based creator of nutritional supplements. Three-year growth rate: 1,232 percent.
- #483 – Performance Golf, Fort Lauderdale, FL-based provider of golf training videos and aids. Three-year growth rate: 1,211 percent.
- #493 – Ivy City Co., Sandy, UT-based maker of matching women’s and girls’ dresses. Three-year growth rate: 1,189 percent.
- #923 – Free Birdees, Culver City, CA-based children’s lifestyle apparel brand featuring bamboo viscose fabrics. Three-year growth rate: 639 percent.
- #968 – MaxBP, Portland, OR-based maker of pitching machines and other baseball and softball training tools. Three-year growth rate: 613 percent.
- #995 – Portland Leather – Portland, OR-based women’s leather bags and shoe maker. Three-year growth rate: 595 percent.
- #1,002 – 5Boys Apparel, Madison, AL-based screen printer. Three-year growth rate: 592 percent.
- #1,005 – Midwest Shooting Center, Cridersville, OH-based indoor firearms range with seven locations in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. Three-year growth rate: 591 percent.
- #1,080 – Recovery For Athletes, Charlotte, NC-based retailer of athletic recovery and performance equipment, including home fitness equipment, nutrition and supplements. Three-year growth rate: 549 percent.
- #1,159 – Sports Cards Forever, Chicago, IL- sports card and memorabilia company specializing in online sales. Three-year growth rate: 510 percent.
- #1,216 – GenTeal, Oxford, MS-based men’s clothing retailer offering a range of shirts, polos, outerwear, pants, shorts, swimwear, and accessories. Three-year growth rate: 485 percent.
- #1,219 – Stinger Sports, Fort Mill, SC-based maker of baseball bats, batting gloves, custom fielding gloves, uniforms, and bat grips. Three-year growth rate: 483 percent
- #1,554 – SylvanSport, Brevard, NC-based maker of pop-up camping trailers, gear haulers and other camping accessories. Three-year growth rate: 369 percent.
- #1,814 – Powertec, Paramount, CA-based maker of customizable commercial gym equipment. Three-year growth rate: 308 percent.
- #1,823 – Vireo Systems, Madison, TN-based maker of nutritional products. Three-year growth rate: 307 percent.
- #1,861 – Xero Shoes, Broomfield, CO-based maker of barefoot-inspired casual and performance shoes, boots and sandals. Three-year growth rate: 302 percent.
- #1,861 – Uscape, Lake Forest, CA-based lifestyle apparel brand selling college apparel on college campuses and online. Three-year growth rate: 299 percent.
- #1,931 – Born Primitive, Virginia Beach, VA, maker of functional activewear. Three-year growth rate: 291 percent.
- #2,344 – DMoose, Buffalo, WY-based weightlifting gear and supplements maker. Three-year growth rate: 236 percent.
- #2,355 – Zestt Organics, Hagerstown, MD, developer of travel apparel and accessories. Three-year growth rate: 234 percent.
- #2907 – Sportiqe, Tempe, AZ-based maker of casual apparel. Three-year growth rate: 181 percent.
- #2,973 – Minnidip, Chicago, IL-based maker of luxe inflatable pools. Three-year growth rate: 176 percent.
- #3,071 – Prevelo Bikes, Westlake Village, CA-based manufacturer of kids bikes. Three-year growth rate: 169 percent.
- #3,097 – GiantMouse, East Lansing, MI-based maker of cutting tools and knives for outdoor adventures. Three-year growth rate: 167 percent.
- #3,202 – Fishing Online, New Brighton, PA-based online retailer specializing in kayak fishing gear. Three-year growth rate: 160 percent.
- #3,271 – Dugout Mugs, Lakeland, FL-based maker of licensed major and minor league baseball-themed mugs, glasses, tumblers and other beverage accessories. Three-year growth rate: 155 percent.
- #3,475 – Outdoorsy, Austin, TX-based recreational vehicle rental marketplace. Three-year growth rate: 143 percent.
- #3,712 – Club Champion, Willowbrook, IL-based custom club fitter and club builder. Three-year growth rate: 130 percent.
- #3,845 – Burns 1876, Salina, UT-based western retailer. Three-year growth rate: 122 percent.
- #4,113 – Skier’s Marine, Westover, AL-based wake-boat dealer with six locations in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. Three-year growth rate: 110 percent.
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