Natasha Lucero-Conklin
QALO Introduces the Strata Collection
SANTA ANA, Calif. - March 20, 2018 QALO, the world’s leading functional wedding ring brand, is pleased to introduce Strata, its most intricate and innovative styles to date. The new collection includes 6 rings, all designed with two layers of contrasting silicone colors and ...read more
QALO Welcomes Dale Earnhardt Jr. and His Wife Amy to the Family
SANTA ANA, Calif. - March 19, 2018 QALO, the world’s leading functional wedding ring company, is pleased to announce Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife Amy have joined the brand as official ambassadors. “Dale has been wearing our rings for a while now and we couldn’t be happier ...read more
5.11 TACTICAL® PARTNERS WITH THE WOOLMARK COMPANY ON NEW LINE OF PROFESSIONAL UNIFORMS FOR SUMMER 2018
Irvine, CA - January 22, 2018 Industry leader in product innovation and gear, 5.11 Tactical announced today a partnership with The Woolmark Company to create a Class A Flex-Tac® Poly/Wool Uniform Collection. The collection includes men’s and women’s short sleeve and long sleeve ...read more
5.11 Unveils New Spring and Fall Products at SHOT 2018
IRVINE, CALIF. - JAN. 19, 2018 5.11 Tactical, the global innovator of tactical apparel and gear, will showcase its largest line of new products in the brand’s 15-year history at the annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 23-26, 2018. In addition to debuting collections of new ...read more
5.11 Donates $20,000 from Proceeds of Defender-Flex Pants and Jeans to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund
5.11 Donates to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Irvine, CA - Nov. 1, 2017 The 5.11 Always Be Ready® brand campaign centers around providing individuals with the best quality products so they can be ready to help those in need, protect and serve, and crush goals. ...read more
RYU (Respect Your Universe) To Open First U.S. Store In New York City
RYU To Open Store in Williamsburg in 2018 Vancouver, British Columbia RYU Apparel Inc. (US: RYPPF; TSX VENTURE: RYU; Frankfurt Stock Exchange: RYA), creators of urban athletic apparel, is pleased to announce that it has secured a store front in Williamsburg, the fashion ...read more
5.11 Tactical Joins Forces with Backbone Media
Irvine, Calif. (Sept. 25, 2017) – 5.11 Tactical, the global innovator of tactical apparel and gear, recently partnered with leading active lifestyle agency Backbone Media to support its strategic public relations. Renowned for its award-winning military, EMS, firefighting and law ...read more
5.11 Tactical and Griffin Technology Join Forces to Launch Griffin Survivor: 5.11 Tactical Edition Rugged Mobile Accessories
Griffin Survivor: 5.11 Tactical Edition Range of Ultra Protective iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus Cases, Portable Power and Connectivity Solutions Now Available Irvine, CA– September 6, 2017 – 5.11®, global innovator of purpose-built gear for tactical professionals, and Griffin ...read more
5.11 Donating Proceeds Of Defender Flex Pants And Jeans To Brand Ambassadors Supported Charities
Irvine, CA (August 25, 2017) – As an extension of the 5.11 Always Be Ready® brand campaign, throughout the months of September and October, 5.11 will be donating a portion of the proceeds from the sale of its recently launched Defender-Flex Pants and Jeans to the Sheepdog Fund, ...read more
Abom to Demo Military Goggles at Camp Rilea Strike Challenge
PORTLAND, Ore. - Aug. 9, 2017 Abom, Inc., manufacturer of the world’s first anti-fogging heated goggles, will present an interactive demonstration on Aug. 15-17, 2017 at the Fourth Biennial Strike Challenge at Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Facility in Warrenton, Oregon. Abom ...read more
RYU Apparel officially opens third storefront location at Park Royal Shopping Centre in West Vancouver
(VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA) March 28, 2017 –Today, RYU Apparel Inc. , creator of tailored innovation for the urban athlete, is excited to announce the official opening of its third retail location in West Vancouver’s Park Royal Shopping Centre. Recognized as West Vancouver’s ...read more
New ABOM Goggles Turn Up The Heat
PORTLAND, Ore. (Jan. 23, 2017) – Abom, Inc., manufacturer of the world’s first anti-fogging heated goggles, announces the newest addition to its product line, the ABOM HEET. The HEET features the second generation of ABOM’s award-winning heated goggle technology, improving upon ...read more
RYU Apparel Supports Fitness Resolutions with New Up-Down Program
(VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA) Jan. 16, 2017 – RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX VENTURE: RYU; Frankfurt Stock Exchange: RYA), creator of tailored innovation for the urban athlete, is excited to introduce its Up-Down program, which officially launched on Jan. 1, 2017. The Up-Down program is ...read more
Mt. Bachelor Partners with Backbone Media to Drive Winter Stoke
Mt. Bachelor, Ore. (Nov. 3, 2016) – Mt. Bachelor announced today that it has partnered with leading active-lifestyle agency Backbone Media for public relations support. “We’ve worked with Backbone Media for several years for our media planning and buying, and we’re pleased to be ...read more
Abom, Inc., Announces Partnership with ADS, Inc.
PORTLAND, Ore. (Oct. 5, 2016) – Abom, Inc., the company that developed and patented heated lenses to prevent fogging in goggles and other protective eyewear, announced today that it has entered into a partnership with ADS, Inc. ADS links military branches, first responders, law ...read more
Abom, Inc., Welcomes Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Peter Pace, as an Advisor
PORTLAND, Ore. (Sept. 19, 2016) – , the company that developed and patented an active solution to prevent fogging in goggles, today announced retired Marine General Peter Pace, sixteenth Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will join the company as an advisor. “We’re thrilled ...read more
Chaco Adds Embroidery and New Products To Customizable Footwear Program
ROCKFORD, Mich. (August 9, 2016) –Chaco is adding two major updates to its popular MyChacos custom footwear program. First introduced in 2012, the personalization program allows consumers to design their sandals and flips with a choice of webbing styles, colors, logos, outsole ...read more
Chaco Joins Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition; Flip Sale Fundraiser
ROCKFORD, Mich. (July 27, 2016) –Chaco is pleased to announce that it has signed on as a member of the Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition (OIWC). In addition to membership dues, Chaco will celebrate the expanded partnership by selling its iconic flips for just $20 (over half off ...read more
Chaco and The Outbound Collective Partner to Share Outdoor and Travel Inspiration
ROCKFORD, Mich. (July 18, 2016) – Today, Chaco announced a strategic partnership and sponsorship agreement with The Outbound Collective, which centers on Chaco’s footwear and branded content. Chaco joins The Outbound as the exclusive footwear sponsor in the sandal category. The ...read more
Chaco Launches Third Annual Summer Event Tour
ROCKFORD, Mich. (June 3, 2016) –Chaco is on the road for its “Z The World Tour,” a summer-long trip with stops at some of the country’s biggest and best outdoor events and festivals. The tour kicked off at Dominion Riverrock on May 20-22 and made a second stop at a ...read more
Former Smith Sport Optics President Ned Post Joins Abom, Inc. As Advisor
Portland, Ore. (May 16, 2016) – Abom, Inc., the company that developed and patented an active solution to prevent fogging in goggles, announced today that Ned Post, former President of Smith Sport Optics, USA Division of Scott USA and Wilson Sporting Goods, has become an Abom ...read more
Abom, Inc. and Oregon State University Collaborate on Solutions for Protective Eyewear
Portland, Ore. (May 3, 2016) – Abom, Inc., the company that developed and patented an active solution to prevent fogging in goggles, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Oregon State University (OSU) School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering ...read more
Abom, Inc. Wins Gold Medal at Edison Awards
Portland, Ore. (April 25, 2016) – Abom, Inc., the company that developed and patented an active solution for foggy goggles, has won a gold medal for its snowsports goggles at the annual Edison Awards. The announcement was made at the Edison Awards’ Annual Gala, held in the ...read more
Abom, Inc. Introduces Ballistic-rated Safety Goggles with Zero Fog and Superior Scratch Resistance
Portland, Ore. (April 20, 2016) – Today Abom, Inc. introduces the first in a series of safety goggles featuring its patented KLAIR™ technology to prevent fogging. Coupled with a ballistic-rated, extremely durable and protective Carl Zeiss lens, the KLAIR technology-equipped ...read more
Abom to Provide Anti-Fog Technology Solutions for U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development & Engineering Center
Portland, Ore. (March 14, 2016) – Abom, Inc., the company that patented and developed an active solution for foggy snowsports goggles, announced today that it has signed a cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, ...read more
Chaco and Topo Designs Collaborate on Collection of Packs and Sandals
ROCKFORD, Mich. (March 10, 2016) – Chaco®, one of the outdoor industry’s most well-known and best-selling footwear brands, has teamed up with one of the industry’s fastest up-and-comers, Topo Designs, LLC, to introduce a line of co-branded, limited-edition backpacks and a sandal ...read more
Chaco Committed to Craftsmanship in Fall 2016 Collection of Premium Boots and Shoes
February 3, 2016 (ROCKFORD, Mich.) – Over the past 25 years, Chaco has solidified its reputation for making the world’s best sandals. In Fall 2016, Chaco takes its commitment to craftsmanship and comfort to closed-toe styles with three new collections of premium, casual boots and ...read more
Abom Goggles Selected for 2016 ISPO Award
PORTLAND, Ore. (January 25, 2016) – Abom goggles, featuring patented KLAIR™ active anti-fog technology, have been selected as a 2016 ISPO category award winner. “Every year ISPO showcases the most innovative outdoor products in the world. It’s a tremendous honor to receive a ...read more
Chaco Announces Agency of the Year for 2015
ROCKFORD, Mich. (December 28, 2015) — Every year, in the tradition of the Masters,Chaco presents a coveted green jacket to its sales agency of the year. At its recent sales meeting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the team at Chaco awarded the official gecko-embroidered jacket to Yukon ...read more
Seth Cobb Named Chaco President
Wolverine Worldwide has named Seth Cobb as the new president of Chaco. In this senior role, Cobb will lead all aspects of the business and position Chaco for accelerated global growth. Cobb replaces Chip Coe, who was promoted to Managing Director of the Wolverine Worldwide EMEA ...read more
Chaco Supports Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition With $7,000 Donation
ROCKFORD, Mich. (September 25, 2015) – Outdoor Retailer veterans know that walking the halls of the Salt Palace is hard on your feet and a pair of supportive shoes is critical to a good show experience. That’s one reason Chaco sold through hundreds of its classic flips in the ...read more