SGB Update

Petzl Awards AMGA Scholarship To Naz Ahmed

The American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA) 2017 Petzl Scholarship will go to Naz Ahmed, who will utilize the scholarship to pursue an AMGA Rock Guide Course.

Nike, NFL Unveil ‘Color Rush’ Uniforms

Nike, in collaboration with the NFL, unveiled this season’s ‘Color Rush’ uniforms, which will be worn only on special Thursday night games throughout the fall and winter.

Salt Life Opens West Coast Flagship Store

The Jacksonville, FL-based lifestyle brand opened the store in San Clemente, CA over the weekend and plans to open a store in Huntington Beach later this year.

Utah Congressional Candidate Champions Rec Economy

Doug Owens, who is the first non-incumbent Congressional candidate backed by Outdoor Industry Association, made promoting outdoor recreation the third plank of his campaign for Utah’s fourth Congressional district.

Greg LeMond Launches Carbon Fiber Venture

The three-time Tour de France champion is partnering with Oak Ridge National Laboratory to bring low-cost carbon fiber production to global markets.

Patagonia To Spend $1M Mobilizing Voters

The apparel company said it will spend the bulk of the money on a voter registration campaign aimed at getting out the environmental vote this November.

Polar Hires New President From Intel

Polar, a pioneer in wearable sports technology and heart rate monitoring, appointed industry leader Tom Fowler to President, Polar USA.

Hiviz Shooting Systems Partners With H&G Marketing

Hiviz Shooting Systems, manufacturer of sights, recoil pads and shooting accessories, employed H&G Marketing for manufacturer representation in the shooting sports market for a majority of the United States. “We are looking forward to a longstanding relationship with one of the most respected rep groups in the United States,” stated Leaha Wirth, VP of sales […]