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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Millions of parents will be hitting the stores in the next few weeks to stock up on school supplies for their children. But for families struggling just to put food on the table, back-to-school items are luxuries they simply can't afford. The result? Countless kids are not only ill-prepared for the year ahead, but are stigmatized in the classroom. Carlos Marquez host of the Adelante Con Carlos Radio Show, is partnering with the Los Angeles-based...
Interwork Technologies, a premier Value Added Distributor for new and emerging Technologies, announced today its partnership with Modrec, one of Europe's most recognized manufactures and distributors in the Travel Lifestyle Industry, to distribute Laptop cases and backpacks under both the Modrec and Gino Ferrari brands in the Higher Education Market. Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) August 16, 2011 Interwork Technologies, a premier Value Added Distributor for new and emerging Technologies,...
The Gear Aid app is now available via the Apple and Android Markets as a free download. Bellingham, WA (PRWEB) August 12, 2011 McNett®, the outdoor industry leader in personal care, water treatment and gear care and repair products for nearly 30 years, has launched a digital version of its popular gear care and repair guides. The Gear Aidâ„¢ app offers tips, recommendations and step-by-step instructions for proper outdoor gear care and repair. Now available as a free download...
Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to steer clear of injuries from backpacks ROSEMONT, Ill., Aug. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A student's backpack might contain homework, books, laptops, iPods, lunches and even gym clothes. As their backpacks become stuffed to the brim, the pack can become much too heavy or might be worn improperly, causing unnecessary back strain and pain to a child's back. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) suggests that backpacks be worn correctly...
CINCINNATI, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Most children and teenagers carry their schoolbooks and other supplies in backpacks during the school year. "When used correctly, backpacks are the most efficient way to carry a load and distribute the weight among some of the body's strongest muscles," says Eric Wall, MD, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110406/MM79025LOGO) "However, parents need to carefully select a backpack to ensure that...
OXNARD, Calif., July 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- HEX, a division of seasoned fashion house August Accessories and the pioneer brand in the watch band for iPod nano (sixth generation) category, today announced pre-order availability of a new line of bags with equal parts fashion and tech functionality built into the DNA of each style. The brand is launching its first bag accessory line with two collections, Recon and Varsity, which pack innovative new features designed specifically for the safe...
EDINA, Minn., July 25, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Backpacks are a common ingredient on back-to-school lists. Unfortunately, they are a leading cause of back and shoulder pain for millions of school children across the nation. As students gear up for back-to-school this fall, Minnesota chiropractors would like to offer parents ways to help children avoid backpack injuries. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110712/MM34152LOGO) Over 79 million students carry a backpack to...
NEW YORK, July 12, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Russo, owner and CEO of both FAB|Starpoint and Artisan House, has launched a new brand, Mojo, combining efforts and talents from both. Mojo merges FAB|Starpoint's expertise in the backpack industry with the cache of the luxury multi-brand (Carlos Falchi, Isabella Fiore, and Danielle Nicole) accessory company Artisan House to produce a unique and trend right line of backpacks and satchels. (Photo:...
CONCORD, N.C., May 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Farmers Insurance is proud to donate $25,000 to Blessings in a Backpack in conjunction with its No. 25 Farmers Insurance "Throwback" paint scheme that Mark Martin will drive in Saturday night's NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. The donation spans three cities and will feed 374 students whose families qualify for the federal free and reduced meal program. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080605/LATH062) "This unique program with Farmers...
OGDEN, Utah, April 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In a gear review at Backpacker.com, Dan Larson, writer for Backpacker, dubbed the new GEIGERRIG hydration pack the best hydration system - "Not the lightest, but worth the weight for no-suck, no-slosh, shareable hydration and fast in-line filtration on the trail." It's not the first time the industry has taken notice of these new pressurized hydration packs and in-line filters. GEIGERRIG hydration packs www.geigerrig.com also won 3M Corporation's...
