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XeroShoes Welcomes Ski Lift Rescuer As Brand Ambassador
Slackline champion Mickey Wilson made national news last week for his slackline-inspired ski lift rescue at Arapahoe Basin in Colorado.
Fox Factory Holding Corp. Board Member To Join Presidential Administration
Joseph Hagin, a member of its board of directors, will step down from the board effective January 12, 2017 to accept an appointment as White House deputy chief of staff for operations.
POC Names Industry Vet North American Marketing Head
Mallory Burda brings experience from Smith’s cycling category and Specialized Bicycle Components.
Todd Spaletto Out As The North Face President
Spaletto, who held the role since 2011, likely took the bullet for a decline in sales.
Polartec Brings Back PolarFleece
“Polartec fleece is the product that started it all, and is still the premium standard,” said Gary Smith, Polartec CEO.
Compass Diversified Appoints Former CamelBak CEO To Board
The owner of leading middle market businesses named Sally McCoy to its board of directors, effective January 6, 2017.
Cole Haan Launches Studio-Inspired Line StudiøGrand
Along with studio-to-street footwear, the line includes a yoga mat and a Mountain Hardwear collaboration.
Faraday Bicycles Acquired By Pon Holdings
The e-bike manufacturer will retain its headquarters in San Francisco and will continue operations as an autonomous brand. Adam Vollmer will continue to act as the managing director.
Southern Outdoor Tech Acquires Bass Hunter Boats
The producers of the Sportsman’s Condo line of hunting blinds and other outdoor products acquired Bass Hunter boats.
Hydro Flask Debuts Charitable Giving Program
Through Parks For All, the company will donate a series of cash grants and product donations to non-profit organizations whose missions align with working to build, restore and preserve parks.
Polartec Announces The Launch of MtnLogic
The provider of textile solutions created MtnLogic in collaboration with world class alpine climbers and guides.
Best And Worst Cities To Get Fit And Healthy In 2017
Data analysts ranked the 89 largest metro areas, looking at how well each city encourages an active lifestyle, good eating habits and a positive mental state.
Shred And Slytech Sign KC Deane
The creators of eyewear and protective equipment for skiers, snowboarders and mountain bikers welcomed pro skier and mountain biker KC Deane to their teams.
Big City Mountaineers Adds Four Board Members
Darren Josey, Adam Craig, Georgina Miranda and Kina Walker join the leadership team as the non-profit looks to extend the reach and impact of its programs.
Mountainsmith Restructures Management Team
The manufacturer of backcountry equipment and recreational outdoor gear revealed a series of internal promotions and new positions, as well as the addition of Andrew Mills as sales manager.
