Category Archives: Equipment

New Director of Sales for Ski Maker Black Diamond Equipment

Salt Lake City, UT – Black Diamond, Inc., a manufacturer of climbing, skiing and mountain sports equipment based in Salt Lake City, has hired Brian Mecham as director of North America sales for its Black Diamond brand. Mecham comes to Black Diamond from Patagonia, where he served as the western regional sales manager since 2002. … Continue reading New Director of Sales for Ski Maker Black Diamond Equipment

U.S. Ski Team Expands Partnership with World Cup Supply

Park City, UT – An expanded partnership between the U.S. Ski Team and on-hill equipment providers World Cup Supply, Inc. and SPM announced this week will have significant impact from the national team to U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) clubs and regions, as well as the new U.S. Ski Team Speed Center at Copper. … Continue reading U.S. Ski Team Expands Partnership with World Cup Supply

Who Can Afford to Be Vain at 150 kph?

Saltsjöbaden, Sweden –Since its founding in 2005, POC’s mission has been to do the best they can to possibly save lives and reduce the consequences of accidents for gravity sports athletes. One topic of discussion throughout that time has been the challenge of vanity versus helmet sizes. “Once in a while I’m asked the question, … Continue reading Who Can Afford to Be Vain at 150 kph?

Zeal Launches Second Generation of GPS-enabled Ski Goggle

Boulder, CO –Boulder-based Zeal Optics has revealed its newest model of goggles with a built-in global positioning system, the Z3. These goggles build upon technology first introduced in the company’s Transcend GPS Goggles collection with new features that include enhanced style and comfort, ease of use and data capture capabilities. The mountain takes on a … Continue reading Zeal Launches Second Generation of GPS-enabled Ski Goggle

Rossignol Announces New Nordic Division Manager

Park City, UT – The Rossignol Group has announced that the ski company has hired Ryan Green as its Nordic Division Manager for the U.S. market. “Nordic ski equipment is an important part of Rossignol’s business that the company is committed to on a global basis,” said Tim Petrick, President of Rossignol North America, based … Continue reading Rossignol Announces New Nordic Division Manager

Christy Sports Offers Season-long Ski and Snowboard Rentals in Colorado and Utah

Lakewood, CO – Christy Sports, one of the largest ski and snowboard retailers in the Rocky Mountain region, this week announced availability and details of its season ski and snowboard rental programs for the 2011-12 winter season. To purchase season ski rental packages, customers can visit any Colorado Front Range location, and in Salt Lake … Continue reading Christy Sports Offers Season-long Ski and Snowboard Rentals in Colorado and Utah

Sportube Adds Special Edition Lindsey Vonn Ski Cases

Vail, CO – Sportube, a manufacturer and distributor of hard-sided ski, snowboard and fly fishing travel cases, will continue its license agreement with Lindsey Vonn, World Champion Alpine skier and will once again be offering their “Lindsey Vonn Special Edition” series of Sportube cases. “Let Sportube get your gear to your destination safely and in … Continue reading Sportube Adds Special Edition Lindsey Vonn Ski Cases