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Pro Surfer and EFX Performance Team Athlete to be Crowned "Big Wave World Champion"
The second annual Big-Wave World Tour came to a close in late February with world famous big-wave surfer, Jamie Sterling taking first place, with more than 1,000 points separating Sterling and the second place competitor. EFX Performance team athlete Jamie Sterling will be officially crowned champion of the year-long tournament at a ceremony to be held in late April of this year. - March 19, 2011 - EFX Performance, Inc
Sarasota Adventure Boot Camp Begins March 28
Elite Fitness Trainer Offers Boot Camp and Boxing Camp in Sarasota, Florida - March 18, 2011 - B-Mo Fit
Hincapie Sportswear Hires Frank Paduziner to Represent the Brand in Southern California
Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Frank Raduziner to represent the brand in Southern California. Effective immediately, Raduziner will represent Hincapie for retail cycling apparel and accessory sales to... - March 17, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
Hincapie Hires Southeast Sports Marketing to Represent the Brand in the Southeast
Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Southeast Sports Marketing (SSM) to represent the brand in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi. - March 05, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
Hincapie Hires Elizabeth Giaquinto to Represent in New York & New Jersey
Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Elizabeth Giaquinto as a sales representative in New York and New Jersey. - February 26, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
Powerhouse Gyms International Merges with San Francisco Calfornia Based Fitness Venture Named "Gripz Gloves by Original Ideas" for a "Preferred Vendor Partnership"
The world’s first “All in One” workout glove, strap and wrist wrap dubbed as Gripz Gloves raises the bar in comparison to the traditional workout glove. - February 26, 2011 - Gripz Gloves by Original Ideas LLC
Raising Money for Breast Cancer Research Through Tennis
Racquet Art and TennisABC have teamed up together to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research. - February 19, 2011 - Racquet Art, LLC
Jason Losey to Represent Hincapie Sportswear in Arizona
Hincapie Sportswear has added Arizona to Jason Losey’s sales territory. Losey was recently hired as retail sales representative for the brand in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico. - February 16, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
"Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project" Partners with EFX Performance to Offer Beneficial Way for Advocates to Combat Dolphin Slaughter
In an effort to support and generate awareness for Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project (ROBDP), EFX Performance, a major producer of holographic performance bands, is utilizing its surging popularity and high visibility to create a signature band in an effort to help save dolphins from captivity and slaughter. - February 13, 2011 - EFX Performance, Inc
Hincapie Sportswear Hires Dave Pelletier to Represent the Brand in New England
Hincapie Sportswear has hired Dave Pelletier as a sales representative in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. - February 13, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
Hincapie Sportswear Signs Pro Triathlete Jenny Fletcher for 2011 Triathlon Season
Hincapie Sportswear has signed professional triathlete Jenny Fletcher for the 2011 triathlon season. Fletcher will compete in national and international triathlon and multisport events wearing Hincapie custom triathlon and cycling clothing. - February 13, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
AzCa Embroidery Develops Contract Embroidery Business Plan
AzCa Embroidery develops a model for offering contract embroidery and wholesale embroidery for business apparel to advertising professionals and uniform companies in 2011. - February 12, 2011 - AzCa Embroidery, Inc.
A Revolutionary New Online Service for Scuba Divers Launches in the UAE
Scuba ME FZC, a business which is revolutionising the scuba industry, has launched its innovative new website www.scubauae.com today in the United Arab Emirates. Based on a whole new way of servicing the scuba diving community, it’s the first website of its kind, globally. - February 12, 2011 - Scuba ME FZC
HEADstrong Foundation Named Charity of Choice for the Konica Minolta Face-Off Classic and Big City Classic
HEADstrong Foundation, a Holmes, PA based charitable organization dedicated to finding a cure for blood cancers has announced it has been named charity of choice by Inside Lacrosse for the Konica Minolta Face-Off Classic and Big City Classic. At each event, a brief video will be shown sharing the... - February 10, 2011 - HEADstrong Foundation
One of the Most Sustainable Resources: Introducing klein + lu's Bamboo Viscose Clothing for Men and Women; a Collection with a Heart
Designer Evie Seifu has launched a collection in bamboo viscose and organic cotton, inspired by Karma and Bhakti yoga disciplines. Each basic or fashion tee, tunic or pant is well-priced and garment dyed, allowing klein + lu to offer a wide range of colors. Using sustainable materials, signature... - February 04, 2011 - Klein + Lu
H&H Sports Protection is Pleased to Announce the Worldwide Launch of Nitek Motorcycle Helmets at the Indy Dealer Expo, February 18-20, 2011 in Booth #709
H&H Sports Protection is pleased to participate in the global brand launch of Nitek motorcycle helmets. Nitek has been in development for three years. Nitek, which stands for "New Innovative Technology" will be showing some of the most technologically advanced helmet designs in the industry. - February 04, 2011 - H&H Sports Protection
Blitz 'N Sack Trademark Makes Its Debut on T-Shirts
Avid football fan makes a fashion statement. - January 27, 2011 - Blitz 'N Sack
INVISTA Announces New CORDURA® Fabric Collections from Participating Fabric Mills
Dong Jin, Tweave, and Industrias Texteis Milagre Premier New Collections at 2011 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Trade Show - January 22, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
CORDURA® Duck Fabric Provides New Durable Take on Traditional Duck Fabric
Innovative Development Challenges the Norm and Delivers Comfortably Durable Solution - January 22, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
INVISTA’s CORDURA® Denim Fabric Now Available in Timbuk2®’s Innovative “Customize a Bag” Program
Timbuk2® and CORDURA® Brand Team Showcase New Messenger Bag Featuring Durable Denim Fabric at Outdoor Retailer Winter 2011 - January 22, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Flexfit Headwear Worn Throughout 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open
Flexfit custom embroidered headwear kept attendees, golfers and volunteers covered at the 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in October 2010 (AP Images attached). - January 21, 2011 - Flexfit
Vancouver’s VATA Brasil™ Partners with Major UK Distributor
Vancouver’s VATA Brasil™ fashion label has signed a major agreement to market and distribute its Brasilian inspired active wear by signing a Exclusive Master Distribution Agreement covering the entire United Kingdom and Ireland with RSK Sports Inc. (www.rsksports.co.uk) with offices,... - January 12, 2011 - VATA Enterprises Inc.
Hincapie Hires Jason Losey to Represent the Brand in Rocky Mountain Region
Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Jason Losey as retail sales representative for the brand in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico. Effective immediately, Losey will represent Hincapie for retail cycling... - January 07, 2011 - Hincapie Sportswear
On the Baseline Tennis News Presents the Winners of the 4th Annual Baseline Awards Presented by reBounces
Kim Clijsters takes top honors as the 2010 Player of the Year, while John McEnroe barely edges out Martina Navratilova and Lindsay Davenport for Best USA Television Commentator. - January 07, 2011 - Rebounces.com
Cepovett Launches CRAFTWORKER® Featuring CORDURA® Brand Fabric
A Durable, Comfortable and Stylish Solution for Workwear Apparel. - January 06, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Invista’s Cordura® Brand Fabric Reinforcements Make Riggs Workwear® by Wrangler® One Tough Pair of Pants
Newly Designed Sticker ‘Calls Out’ Durability Benefits to End-Users. - January 06, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Stradalli Unveils 2011 Palermo Full Carbon Road Bike as Part of New Year Product Line
Stradalli Cycle has released details of its 2011 product line including the new Palermo 100% 3K carbon road bike - December 25, 2010 - Stradalli Cycle
Hincapie Sportswear Hires James Samuel as General Manager
Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired James Samuel as the company’s new General Manager. In addition to growing retail distribution, Samuel will work closely with the current management team to develop new... - December 16, 2010 - Hincapie Sportswear
Brazilian Beauty and Fitness Line, Invel®, Launches in the USA
L.A.- Area Residents are Welcomed to Exclusive Collection Launch and Preview, Hosted by Legendary Soccer Star “Pelé” - December 06, 2010 - Invel USA
BH North America Receives GearAwards for XS8 and XS5 Residential Ellipticals
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America was recognized by Shape You with the “Top Gear of the Year” award for the XS8 and the “Great Gear of the Year” award for the XS5 residential use ellipticals. - December 03, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
BH North America Wins Coveted Head of Class Award for T8 Pro, SB4 and ABP
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America received the coveted Head of the Class award by Fitness Professor Review for three of its most popular pieces of fitness equipment– the T8 Pro treadmill, SB4 indoor cycle and ABP whole body vibration platform. This is the fourth consecutive year that BH Fitness products have been recognized as "best buys" from Fitness Professor Review. - November 24, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
Focus Surfboards Announces New East Coast Rep
Rob Tinus is new rep for Focus Surfboards in Mid-Atlantic States. - November 20, 2010 - Focus Surf Boards
BH North America Announces Addition of Industry Veteran to Sales Team
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America is pleased to announce the addition of David Neziol to the BH North America sales team. Neziol joins BH North America as the Northeast Regional Sales Manager. Neziol comes to BH North America with 16 years of experience in the... - November 17, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
American Cornhole Organization Names Title Charity
The American Cornhole Organization welcomes Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana as a charity partner for the ACO World Championships Feb. 3-6, 2011 at the Horseshoe hotel and casino near Louisville, Kentucky. - November 10, 2010 - American Cornhole Organization
New Website Aims to Provide Martial Arts Clothing to Students
A new site is aiming to provide martial arts enthusiasts with a money saving alternative to bundled pricing at karate dojos. "We're here to provide an alternative to having to pay too much for clothing. The markup for martial arts clothing sold at dojos is often much more than retail. Now... - November 08, 2010 - Martial Arts Clothing
klip-n-go llc. Launches New Product and Website
klip-n-go llc. is excited to announce the launch of its new website introducing the klip-n-go kayak strap, providing the kayaking community with a much desired alternative for portaging kayaks. - October 28, 2010 - klip-n-go llc.
Flexfit to Sponsor Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open for Second Consecutive Year
Flexfit headwear will sponsor the 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open during their annual week-long PGA TOUR event. - October 12, 2010 - Flexfit
INVISTA’s CORDURA® Fabric Featured in New CamelBak® Linchpin(TM) Tactical Hydration Pack
Series Incorporates Exceptionally Durable 500D CORDURA® Classic Fabric for Light Weight Versatility. - October 02, 2010 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Secretary of State Jesse White Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary of the Will County Boxing Gym Along with Best Place to Live Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar and Others
Will County Boxing Gym celebrated their 1-year anniversary along with Secretary of State Jesse White, Mayor Roger C Claar - Bolingbrook, Superintendent of Schools Jennifer Bertino and many more. Will County Boxing Gym is committed to bettering the lives of Will County residents. Programs provided include mentoring, tutoring, anger management, computer resource labs. - October 01, 2010 - Will County Boxing Gym
Miura Golf Special-Edition "Series 1957" Yoshitaka Grind Wedges and C-Grind Wedges
Japanese golf-club manufacturer Miura Golf-which has been making the world's highest-quality forged irons for 44 years-has permanently added the Yoshitaka Grind wedges and C-Grind wedges as part of its Series 1957 special-edition product line after an overwhelmingly positive response to the soft... - September 18, 2010 - Miura Golf
Geoff Blum Nominated for Prestigious Roberto Clemente Award
Houston Astros first baseman Geoff Blum has been chosen as a finalist for the Roberto Clemente award. The award is given to MLB players who show a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. The winner will be announced after voting as ended on Oct. 8. - September 15, 2010 - EFX Performance, Inc
Austen Seaholm Wins Gold at Inaugural World Leisure Games
American professional skateboarder Austen Seaholm won a gold medal at the 2010 World Leisure Games in ChunCheon, South Korea on Saturday. Seaholm took first in the Street Course competition at the B3 Action Sports Championship, one of nine of the international championships held at the games. - September 09, 2010 - EFX Performance, Inc
Blake Strode Joins Forces with reBounces, Becoming First Carbon Neutral Tennis Professional on ATP World Tour
Under the partnership, Strode will promote reBounces' revolutionary Green Tennis Machine at his various matches over the next year. reBounces will support Strode in his dream of becoming a full-time tennis professional on the Tour. - August 23, 2010 - Rebounces.com
EFX Team Athlete Jamie Sterling Conquers Big Waves in Peru
Big Kahuna Jamie Sterling continues his success on the Big Wave World Tour (BWWT), this time taking first place at the Billabong Pico Alto Invitational in Peru on Thursday. The win, coupled with his fourth place finish at Punte de Lobos in May, puts sterling at the top of the BWWT rankings with 1690 points. - August 22, 2010 - EFX Performance, Inc
Will County Boxing Gym Fight Night 2
Don't call it a come back. The region's top young boxing talent was on full display at the Will County Boxing Gym on July 31st for "Fight Night 2". This amateur boxing exhibition was an action packed display of determination, sweat, and tears as the fighters showed the hard work and... - August 19, 2010 - Will County Boxing Gym
Freedom Grill Kicks Off Tailgate Season with Tailgater Survey Results
Freedom Grill's annual survey of preferences for avid tailgaters. NCAA and NFL again top the list of favorite sports to tailgate and steaks are the favorite food of tailgate grill buyers. - August 13, 2010 - Freedom Grill
Hincapie Sportswear Hires Josh Feazell to Represent the Brand in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Hincapie Sportswear, manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Josh Feazell as retail sales representative for the brand in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia. - August 04, 2010 - Hincapie Sportswear
Flexfit Announces Creation of Signature Hat Line with Mauli Ola Foundation to Raise Awareness for Genetic Diseases
Flexfit is donating their headwear to be custom designed by famous pro-surfers, to raise awareness for Mauli Ola Foundation’s work with Cystic Fibrosis and other genetic diseases. - July 28, 2010 - Flexfit
Bank of the West Sponsors Tennis Ball Recycling Program
How to participate: Bring old tennis balls to the Bank of the West Classic at the Taube Tennis Pavilion at Stanford University. When: July 26 – August 1 What to do: Recycle your used tennis balls at designated drop off spots adjacent to the Taube Tennis Pavilion. Bank of the West, title... - July 25, 2010 - Rebounces.com
BH Fitness Continues Rapid Growth: First Half Sales Up 33 Percent
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH Fitness, a division of BH North America Corporation, announced today that it recorded 33.3 percent revenue growth for the first two quarters of 2010 over the same period last year. This significant growth is the result of strong sales in the... - July 22, 2010 - BH North America Corporation