180s, known for innovative performance ear warmers, is preparing to delve into the performance running apparel market in 2010 with a number of products, starting with the Quantum Vent Jacket, a lightweight windbreaker that can ventilate as needed. In the winter products area, the company is relaunching its Tech Touch 2.0 technology, which allows the wearer to easily operate most MP3 players, cell phones and other hand-held devices while keeping his gloves on. Run by Brian Mangione, this American company has been owned by a private equity firm, Patriarch Partners, since April 2005.