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CORDURA® Fabric Featured in Back-to-School Eastern Mountain Sports® Daypacks

Daypack Contest on Eastern Mountain Sports® Facebook Page Kicks Off In-Store Promotion - July 31, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

GoLite Footwear Launches New Marketing Campaign: "Rocks Hurt!"

GoLite Footwear launches new marketing campaign. - July 31, 2011 - GoLite Footwear

Sport Buddy at the 2011 PGA Championship

Sport Buddy has been selected, once again, to be a vendor in the PGA Championship merchandise pavilion. - July 29, 2011 - Sport Buddy

CORDURA® Brand Business Supports Gear to Grow at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011

Official Gear Collection Site for Gear to Grow at CORDURA® brand booth - July 29, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

New Playground Encourages Learning Through Play at Lickhill Primary School

The new playground installation at Lickhill Primary School was completed on January 31st 2011. Since then, the children have been putting it through its paces as a space to play, learn and explore. The play equipment was fitted by Playsmart UK. They understand that children interpret spaces quite... - July 28, 2011 - Playsmart UK Ltd

Totally Soccer Unveils Custom Soccer Uniforms - Guaranteed by Game Day

TotallySoccer’s Guaranteed by Game Day is the first of its kind in the soccer industry. Leveraging it’s vertical manufacturing capabilities, Totally Soccer can deliver team uniforms in two weeks – even jerseys a team custom designs. - July 27, 2011 - Totally Soccer

Sarasota Adventure Boot Camp Begins August 1

Sarasota, Florida, Fitness Program Offers Metabolic Resistance Training and Rapid Fat Loss - July 24, 2011 - B-Mo Fit

INVISTA’S CORDURA® Brand Team Welcomes Paulo Pustiglione, Business Manager for INVISTA’s Performance and Protective Fabrics Division in Brazil

INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand team welcomes Paulo Henrique de Lima Pustiglione as business manager for INVISTA’s Performance and Protective Fabrics division in Brazil. In this role, Pustiglione supports business strategy development for the CORDURA® brand outdoor, travel, workwear,... - July 14, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

INVISTA’S CORDURA® Brand Team Welcomes Maggie Niu, AP CORDURA® Brand End-Use Marketing Manager

INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand team welcomes Maggie Niu - July 14, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

AzCa Embroidery Increases Production 60%

Tempe-based contract embroidery small business AzCa Embroidery, Inc. has increased its production capabilities by expanding its resources by 60% more embroidery heads. More info: http://azcaemb.com. - June 24, 2011 - AzCa Embroidery, Inc.

CORDURA® NYCO Fabrics Featured in a New Range of Bosseur® Stylish Workwear Pants

French workwear brand Bosseur® from TSD Confection is drawing attention for its products that successfully combine high protection with appealing aesthetics. The company’s new range of trousers feature CORDURA® fabric panels and offer the best of both worlds—high resistance and... - June 24, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

CORDURA® Fabrics Featured in New Divide 55 Mile High Mountaineering Pack

New pack manufacturer selects CORDURA® fabrics for lightweight durability. - June 24, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

INVISTA’s CORDURA® Fabric Featured in Chrome Industries’ Redesigned KURSK Pro Shoe

Redesign features 1000D CORDURA® Classic fabric upper and SPD compatible sole. - June 23, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

"Shoe Balance" Holographic Technology Worn by Professional Athletes and Celebrities Now Available for Your Feet

EFX Performance Unveils Its New Line of Shoe Insoles with Embedded Hologram Technology - June 16, 2011 - EFX Performance, Inc

MLB Luminary Joins Ranks of Elite Athletes at Team EFX Performance

Houston Astros Outfielder Hunter Pence is Feeling the EFX of Holographic Technology - June 16, 2011 - EFX Performance, Inc

Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports Releases Their New Summer Bike Rentals

Banff Springs Ski & Mountain Sports has put away their winter equipment, and has officially announced the start of the heat and humidity, with their summer bike rentals. Adventurers can rent one of their many mountain bikes to explore all 190km of the nature trails that the world-recognized... - June 15, 2011 - Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports

Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Introduces ProStretch Plus

Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products announced today the introduction of the new ProStretch Plus, an advancement in stretching tools that engages the entire interconnective chain of the lower leg beginning with the hamstring, calves, Achilles tendon, Plantar fascia and toes to provide a deep, safe, effective stretch. - June 14, 2011 - Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products

ANONYA Launches Contemporary Women's Activewear Line Made in San Francisco

ANONYA, a new brand of high performance activewear with an injection of California cool, launches today in time for National Fitness Month. The initial capsule collection includes 8 contemporary styles for women and is currently available exclusively on the brand’s website. Made in San Francisco, the pieces focus on flattering an athlete’s curves while enhancing her workout with high tech features such as moisture wicking and anti-microbial finishes. - May 21, 2011 - ANONYA

Wetsi Launches New Technical Activewear for Stand Up Paddle Market

Wetsi is inspiring a movement with a new wetsuit. Wetsi inspires women to get in the water with a line of activewear made from 1mm, 4way stretch neoprene. This unique line brings both fashion and function to the water, offering freedom of movement, comfort and warmth to the board sport enthusiast. - May 17, 2011 - Wetsi LLC

Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports is Having Their Annual End of Season Sale

Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports just announced their annual end of season sale. The ski rental and sporting goods store, catering to athletes and hobbyists visiting Banff National Park, sells skiing equipment at their end of season sale at an exceptionally reduced rate. Many of these skis are... - May 15, 2011 - Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports

CORDURA® Fabric Featured in Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Pack

Granite Gear’s Blaze AC 60 Pack Incorporates CORDURA® Brand Fabric for Added Durability and Ergonomics - May 13, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

INVISTA’s CORDURA® Brand Team on Location in the Fashion Capital

New Features in CORDURA® Denim Fabric Showcased at Denim by Premiere Vision Show in Paris - May 07, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

The Gear Junkie Presents “The CORDURA® brand Search for the Most Durable Person” Contest

Grand Prize Includes Trip to Salt Lake City During 2011 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market and Hiking Excursion with The Gear Junkie - May 05, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

EFX Performance Partners with "Race to Erase MS" to Bring Attention to Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

May is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and in continuing its efforts to create and redefine positive change in the lives of its users, EFX Performance has announced the roll out of a custom-made "Race to Erase MS" performance wristband. EFX Performance has pledged to contribute a portion of all proceeds earned through the sale of the signature bands to "Race to Erase MS" and the Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis. - May 04, 2011 - EFX Performance, Inc

INVISTA’s CORDURA® Brand Business Unveils Chinese Interactive Web Site

Site Tells Brand’s Durability Story in Simplified Chinese - May 04, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

Contract Embroidery and Protecting the Environment Go Hand in Hand

Tempe-based business AzCa Embroidery, Inc. continues its environmentally conscious business plan following Earth Day this year. - April 29, 2011 - AzCa Embroidery, Inc.

AzCa Embroidery Documents Dramatic Rise in Hat Orders

AzCa Embroidery, Inc., a contract embroidery small business in the metropolitan Phoenix area, has documented a dramatic increase in hat and cap orders this month. "We always see an increase in hats as the weather gets warmer," AzCa President Nathan Milhoan comments, "but this year,... - April 24, 2011 - AzCa Embroidery, Inc.

Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports Announces That All Ski Rentals Are Now on Sale

Ex-Demo and Ex-Rental skis have been significantly marked down for private sale. - April 11, 2011 - Banff Springs Ski and Mountain Sports

Small Business Markets Contract Embroidery on April Fools Day

AzCa Embroidery, Inc. continued the tradition it started last year by posting an April Fools Day video on YouTube to market contract embroidery and the video acts as an advertising tool for the small business. - April 08, 2011 - AzCa Embroidery, Inc.

CORDURA® Ballistic Fabric Featured in First-Class Club Glove TRS Ballistic Luggage Line

INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand announces the adoption of CORDURA® fabric by Club Glove, a leader in the design and manufacture of premium travel bags, golf bags, club covers, accessories and luggage. Designed for the discerning golfer or globetrotter seeking ultra durable yet stylish... - April 03, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

INVISTA’s CORDURA® Brand Team Sponsors Fashion Show at 2011 Workwear and Corporate Clothing Show

CORDURA® Brand Fabrics to be Featured in Fashion Designs. - April 01, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics

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

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