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Kora Releases Neema Collection Of Lightweight Technical Base Layers

Kora announces its Neema Collection, a lightweight blend of yak wool, merino and CoolMax Eco. The fabric is designed around four-season activities and provides thermoregulation and breathability in all temperatures. Neema is the latest in Kora’s line of Hima-Layer fabrics, a blend of 20 percent yak wool, 40 percent merino and 40 percent recycled polyester […]

Igloo Partners With Parks Project, Launches Two Special Edition Playmate Cooler

In partnership with Parks Project, Igloo launched two special-edition Playmate coolers made with post-consumer recycled resin as part of its EcoCool Collection made with post-consumer recycled resin.  A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the custom-designed coolers will benefit the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) to help fund park conservancy projects in the […]

Backcountry Signs Athletes Kalen Thorien, Nils Mindnich And Toby Miller To Roster

Backcountry announced the addition of three athletes to its team. Kalen Thorien and Nils Mindnich will wear its owned brand, Backcountry Gear & Apparel (BG&A), during outdoor pursuits, competition and training. Toby Miller will wear winter outerwear and insulation from BG&A for all on-snow activities, training and competitions. “Supporting elite-level athletes who are all-around great […]

Honey Stinger Partners With WNBA’s Angel McCoughtry

 Honey Stinger announces its partnership with Olympian and professional basketball player Angel McCoughtry. McCoughtry is a five-time All-Star, two-time scoring champion, seven-time all-defensive player, and two-time Olympic gold medalist. She led the Atlanta Dream to three WNBA Finals before taking the Las Vegas Aces to last year’s Finals.  “On and off the court, Angel’s work […]

Kitsbow Introduces Adjustable, Reusable Face Mask With HEPA Type Filter

Kitsbow introduced its Reusable Face Mask, HEPA type*, with adjustable head straps for a customized fit for indoor and outdoor pursuits.  In March 2020, Kitsbow was among the first to commercially-produce reusable fabric face masks and offered a HEPA-type filter for protection. One year into the pandemic, Kitsbow continues to refine its face mask design […]

AAFA Names 2021 American Image Awards Honorees

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced its American Image Award honorees which it will commemorate virtually on June 21. The 2021 honorees “exemplify leadership, excellence and outstanding achievement in all sectors of the apparel and footwear industry, including design, manufacturing and retail,” AAFA said. The honorees are HanesBrands, Inc., Company of the Year; […]

Altra Announces New Athletes To Its 2021 Elite Ambassador Team

Alta announced it had finalized its 2021 Elite Ambassador Team with Ryan Montgomery and Justin Grunewald. Throughout this year’s sponsorship, each of the 20 ambassador athletes will represent Altra at events and on social media, share their experiences and wear Altra footwear for training and competition. Montgomery is preparing for a 100-mile race while coaching […]

Skratch Labs Introduces Rice-Based Energy Food

Skratch Labs announces the release of a new product line, Sport Crispy Rice Cakes offering a real food energy source for athletes. The product is made with brown rice, wild rice, red rice, and quinoa. “Rice as the first ingredient sets these light, puffed treats apart from other products on the market,” said founder, Dr. […]

Igloo x Disney Continue Collaboration With Mickey & Minnie Cooler Bags

Today, Igloo dropped new Disney Mickey and Minnie Mouse soft cooler bags. With four custom styles, including a cooler backpack and cooler tote bag, these special-edition bags include character design details and join its existing collection of Disney-inspired Playmate coolers also featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse. “There’s nothing like collaborating with Disney, and that’s especially […]

Reebok x Allen Iverson’s Question Mid ‘Why Not Us’ Launches Today

Allen Iverson and Reebok’s Question Mid ‘Why Not Us’ sneaker has launched. This drop follows the release of the narrated film titled “Why Not Us” which celebrates Iverson. First launched by the brand in 2006, the Question Mid ‘Why Not Us’ sneaker was worn five years earlier by Allen Iverson during the 2001 East/West Exhibition, where he led […]

Reebok, JFF, Yellowbrick, and APB Partner On Sneaker Essential Course

Reebok, in partnership with online education platform Yellowbrick, national education and workforce nonprofit JFF, and sneaker and fashion retailer APB, announced the launch of online education and mentorship program aimed at preparing ages 17-to-20-year-olds to develop knowledge, skills and experience in the sneaker industry. Based on a successful pilot in 2020 that served 15 students, […]

Salomon Athlete Jessie Diggins Wins Nordic Skiing’s World Cup Overall Champion

In a historic first in Nordic skiing sport, American skier and Salomon athlete Jessie Diggins won the FIS Cross Country World Cup Overall title, concluding the season for the 29-year-old from Minnesota. It is the first time in the sport that an American woman won the title. It is also the first World Cup overall […]

Matador Launches Ultralight Travel Towels

Matador Travel Equipment introduced its Ultralight Travel Towels designed for compact portability and absorbency. The towels are come in two sizes and compress into an integrated mesh stuff sack for stowing. “We’ve taken our best-selling travel towels and engineered them for those who count every ounce,” said Chris Clearman, founder and CEO. Matador. “These ultralight […]

ThirtyTwo Presents Zeb’s Signature Kit

ThirtyTwo released Zeb Powell’s first signature kit for Winter 2021—inspired by his favorite NASCAR jacket. The design features flames and 32 racing patches.  The kit will be available in October 2021.   The highlights of the collection are a Lashed Boot, Pit jacket and Sweeper pant, hoodies, crossover anorak and pants, tees, mitts, and socks. […]