SGB Update

Klean Kanteen CEO Joins 1% for the Planet Board

Klean Kanteen joined 1% for the Planet in 2008, and Osgood’s addition is integral to an 18-month overhaul of leadership that includes a new board chairman and five new board members.

Sena Releases Bluetooth Cycling Helmet

Bluetooth 4.1 allows for riders to easily pair the X1 helmet to their smartphone to listen to data and cues from fitness apps, GPS directions, music and take/make phone calls.

Nike To Sponsor Toledo University

The University of Toledo Athletic Department has agreed to a multi-year exclusive partnership with Nike beginning on July 1, 2017, UT vice president and athletic director Mike O’Brien announced.

Rab Hires Three New Rep Groups

Rab added three rep groups to help support new 2017 product and branding efforts. These agencies will represent the full Rab line to specialty retailers across the United States.

Adidas Unveils Ocean-Inspired Shoes

“The new additions to the Adidas x Parley collection are another step in our journey to creating one million pairs of UltraBoost from up-cycled marine plastic,” said Mathias Amm, product category director at Adidas Running.

American Whitewater To Host Gore Canyon Fest

The flagship race takes place through Gore Canyon, which is often considered one of the hardest whitewater runs in Colorado. The intimidating and often humbling stretch has a reputation for challenging even the most experienced boaters.

Finish Line’s Q1 Benefits From Expense Reductions

The Finish Line Inc. reported earnings slid 15.4 percent in its first quarter ended May 27, to $8.14 million, or 20 cents a share. Results were in line with expectations as strong expense controls made up for below-plan comps.