Archives: Press Releases

As consumers search for products to safeguard against pathogens, apparel brands are beginning to incorporate antiviral and antimicrobial fabrics into their designs. To help address this, YKK has developed a line of zippers with the tape treated with ViralOff, a technology patented by the Swedish company Polygiene. ViralOff is an antimicrobial finish that eliminates 99 […]

The PeopleForBikes Coalition announced that Walmart signed on as one of its newest members. Daniel Trujillo, Walmart’s executive vice president and global chief ethics & compliance officer, has been appointed to the Coalition’s board of directors. “It is perfect timing for Walmart to join the Coalition, and I am honored to be a member of […]

Furthering its commitment to transparency and sustainability in the supply chain, ISA TanTec announced its LITE (Low Impact To the Environment) Sourcing concept. While meeting LWG criteria for purchasing of raw materials, ISA TanTec has now developed a more stringent sourcing protocol under the framework of LITE. Focusing on the sustainable use of natural resources, […]

Seventh Generation* today announced a five-year partnership with Alterra Mountain Company. Under the agreement, Seventh Generation will provide a full range of professional cleaning and disinfectant products. Starting this month, Seventh Generation will be the preferred front of house cleaning supplier for Alterra Mountain Company’s North American destinations including Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in […]

Easton Diamond Sports released an original song and music video written and performed by CJ Beatty which features the return of the Easton B5 Pro Big Barrel (“The Green Easton”). The track, titled “I’m Swinging B5”, brings the performance of the B5 Pro Big Barrel BBCOR baseball bat to life in music and lyrics but […]

New for 2021, TerraTrike’s Rogue creates a new level of comfort and ease in cycling, a departure from finicky clunky shifting. The Rogue’s internally geared enviolo hub offers an infinite range of seamless shifting from a standstill or under load without the noise of idler pulleys or the constant tuning of derailleurs. The bike comes […]

USA Swimming and swimwear brand Arena today unveiled its Team USA Bishamon Collection. Select pieces will be worn by all U.S. swimmers within the competition venue in Tokyo. “Arena has truly outdone themselves with the Bishamon Collection not only creating stylish pieces for both our athletes and fans but seamlessly marrying the rich tradition of […]

Pro-Tec Athletics released its Orb Activate Vibrating Massage Ball. The 4.5-inch vibrating massage ball offers targeted deep tissue massage while the vibration stimulates circulation. With three vibration settings: low, mid and high, consumers fully control the intensity level for muscle recovery in the quadriceps, hamstrings, hip flexors, glutes, and more. The 4.5” diameter and spherical shape […]

Hyperice announced a multi-year partnership with the University of Kentucky men’s basketball program. Its men’s team includes eight National Championships and 17 Final Fours. Kentucky players will have sideline access to Hyperice’s Hypervolt Bluetooth massage device. Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball is also the first team to install the Hypervolt Hyperbox “The University of Kentucky men’s […]

Jordan Brand announced the signing of Washington Wizards Bradley Beal and Brooklyn Jersey Nets up-and-comer Caris Levert to endorsement deals. Beal told Jordan Brand in an interview that he was inspired to join the brand by Ray Allen. “He had all the different colorways and even rocked retros. As a fan of his game, I’d […]

SylvanSport announces two new additions to its line of Hacky Pack packable packs — the Hacky Pack Duffle and Hacky Pack Hip. The original pack in the Hacky Pack line, the Hacky Pack Day, is a lightweight daypack capable that can carry a day’s worth of gear and convert into a packable 4-inch ball. The […]

Karuishi is a knit textile from Toray that represents a “significant improvement to date in the fleece fabric category,” said Toray. To create Karuishi, the textile manufacturer developed a knitting construction that creates a high-volume, two-layer structure resulting in a higher loft without increasing weight. The knitting method allows Toray to use variations of yarns […]

Therm-a-Rest has received this year’s Popular Science what’s new award for its new TwinLock and WingLock valve systems. The valves, new for spring 2020, are featured on its current Therm-a-Rest mattresses. The valves are a product of two years, hundreds of prototypes and approximately 500 nights in the field. The team of engineers, designers, mountaineers, […]

Point6 has introduced its Base Glove, a seamless, fast-drying glove designed for active outdoor use.  Products made with merino wool keep you drier than most synthetic fibers but using merino in a glove, which needs more structural nylon than a hat or a sock, is a challenge for product designers.  The solution, Point6 uses dynamic […]

For the third consecutive year, KEEN has again been recognized by the Portland Business Journal* as one of the most admired companies for 2020. When COVID-19 hit, KEEN went into action donating 100,000 pairs of shoes to front line workers and converted a shoe-making line in one of its U.S. factories to manufacturing reusable face […]