Picked this up on Transworld. Pretty sweet contest.

"We told you 686’d be giving away sweet gear every week. This week’s prize is from the just-launched New Balance and 686 collection; the Gradient zip hoody in black and matching New Era 580 hat. There is also an especially challenging bonus question that comes with a special prize. (Hint, you might be able to wear them on your feet)

This collection is not yet available in stores, so you’ll be the first one on the block rocking gear from NB and 686. This is the first time the two companies have come together to introduce a winter collection composed of outerwear, footwear, boots and accessories.

Submit your answers to freefridays@686.com by 2pm PST for a chance to win. Winner will be notified by email and posted on the website. Sorry, but this is only open to residents in the US of A and Canada.

And now (drum roll, please), the big question is….

New Balance, based in Boston, Massachusetts, started in what year and as what type of company?

For an extra special super-duper surprise bonus - who was the inventor of the New Balance numbering system (width, size) for their shoes?"