PESCADERO, Calif. – Inventor businessman Nicholas Woodman has two great passions in life: sports and image capture. When those two passions met on a 5,000-mile car camping surf tour of Australia in 2002, what resulted was a bit of genius and one stunningly convenient camera design for use in sports.

REDMOND, Wash. (July 29, 2008) – Industrial Revolution was recently named one of the top 100 companies to work for in Washington, by Washington CEO Magazine. The honor was bestowed to the top-ranking companies as assessed by a comprehensive survey distributed to over 400 businesses throughout the state.

“We are extremely proud of this honor, and to be included with such a distinguished cadre of businesses,” said Keith Jackson, president of Industrial Revolution. “While we’re passionate about our products, we know that it is our employees who make this company successful. Knowing that their opinions resulted in the nomination gives me a deep sense of gratification. There is no greater sense of achievement than when your employees are satisfied.”

SANTA ROSA, Calif. (August 21, 2008) -Buff® Headwear, known for their innovative line-up of stylish and multifunctional headwear, was honored to receive the “Guides’ Choice” award by officials of the American Alpine Institute this August at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City.

In existence for over three decades, the AAI award is one of the strongest endorsements in the outdoor industry regarding performance, design excellence and durability of specific products and technology.

SANTA ROSA, Calif. (December 12, 2008) – Buff® Headwear, known for their innovative, versatile and multifunctional headwear, is excited to announce the annual sponsorship of the kid’s cycling team from Kentucky, Red Zone Cycling Club and Team, starting December 12, 2008 to kick off the National Cyclocross Championships. Buff® will be providing custom Red Zone Cycling UV Buff® head and neckwear to all team members and coaches.

Osprey Packs, an independent pack company located in the high desert and mountains of Southwestern Colorado, is proud to announce that the new Exos 58 pack is featured in the December/January issue of National Geographic Adventure “Best of Adventure” edition. The issue hit news stands in November and highlighted the year’s best gear. The Exos 58 was praised in the Magazine as a “A remarkable 2.25 pounds yet sacrifices none of the comfort, durability, or carrying features of beefier weekend bags, With an astounding nine pockets, the top loader will carry up to 35 pounds but – unlike others – it’ll never weigh you down”.

Littleton, CO -- (November 18, 2008) -- Mi Cocina, a Mexican restaurant located for over 10 years in Littleton, Colorado recently installed a solar structure above an existing patio to create an awning that not only shades the diners, but also generates the electricity used to prepare their food.

Saul Sierra, owner of the restaurant has dedicated the popular spot to the renewable energy cause. After ten years at the same location he decided to make an investment in future generations. The 3.99kW solar awning structure is expected to cover up to 20% of the electric utility consumption. This will be an annual carbon offset of 7,958 pounds of CO2. The cost of the installation was offset by a rebate from Xcel Energy and a federal tax credit for businesses that utilize renewable energy options.

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BOULDER, Colo. – (December 11, 2008) - Boulder County residents recently approved Ballot Measure 1A that allows residential and commercial property owners to receive financing for home improvements in renewable energy.

Lighthousesolar attended the December 2^nd workshop that sought public comment to help define the new ClimateSmart loan program for both residential and commercial properties. The County will initially issue special assessment bonds up to $40 million for residential property owners interested in solar power or other energy efficiency improvements starting as soon as February 2009.

Rab has been building its presence in the US market since its initial push in 2007.  Rab has become a new must-have for the industry and outdoor recreationists, and Rab is pleased to be making a new home in Boulder, Colo. for its marketing and sales operations.

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Derbyshire, U.K., December 8, 2008 – Rab, the leading British manufacturer of technical mountaineering garments, gear and accessories, is pleased to announce the move of their sales and marketing operations to Boulder, Colorado.

“Rab is very excited to be moving into the Boulder community,” says Matt Gower owner and President of Rab. “We think Boulder is a great area to further establish our authentic outdoor business, while exploring the outdoors in one of the best towns in North America.”