REI Co-op introduces its new Trailmade collection, aimed to accommodate more people’s needs for hiking and backpacking. This collection provides customers with affordable gear and apparel options, including gender-free sleeping bags, backpacks, trekking poles, hiking apparel and jackets, and more inclusive sizing options across the line. “Trailmade is all about
New Products Hit Shelves April 1st. Nikwax, the international leader in technical cleaners and waterproofing products for outdoor gear and apparel, has added to its already wide breadth of products with the launch of its oral care line. Tooth Wash® and Plaque Proof® will be available as both stand-alone products
Leading outdoor retailer melds entertainment and retail with new eCommerce feature beginning April 1st Leading outdoor retailer, Moosejaw, is no stranger to cutting-edge technology. The company that brought you the X-Ray Catalog, which allowed shoppers to purchase apparel and outerwear from top brands, all while seeing what’s beneath them, has
Trerè Innovation, a global leader in sustainable technical Italian apparel, footwear design and manufacturing from Asola, Italy, is launching the world’s first line of 100% bio-based base layers in the U.S. using Biotech, natural and plant-based materials, resulting in petroleum-free sportswear reducing the footprint of the textile industry on the
Noble Biomaterials, a global leader in antimicrobial solutions for soft surface applications, announced its latest antimicrobial technology has received official EPA registration. Ionic+® Botanical uses a bio-based registered citric acid formula to inhibit the growth of microbes and reduce odor on fabric and other soft surfaces. Noble Biomaterials began development
OIA members now have expanded, discounted access to tools that allow them to easily measure their carbon emissions BOULDER, CO [March 28, 2023] — Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is proud to announce its latest partnership with Climate Neutral to make it easier for OIA members to measure their carbon
Backpacker’s Pantry, a family-owned maker of gourmet adventure meals, announces today its latest partnership within its ‘Environmental Access and Education’ give back vertical, with the Young Masterminds Initiative nonprofit organization. Specifically, Backpacker’s Pantry will provide financial support to its Camping to Connect program for youth from Black, Indigenous and People
Optic Nerve Eyewear goes one step further to ensure nothing stands in your way of getting outside by launching a new line of sunglass retainers. “Over the last couple of years, many of our retail partners were unable to get stock on retainers. As an ongoing effort to go the
Old Town®, the nation’s longest-running watercraft manufacturer, is thrilled to release the limited edition Gray Ghost colorway, celebrating 125 years of pioneering design. The Gray Ghost colorway is available in five key Sportsman Line™ models, with only 125 of each model being produced. “The Gray Ghost is more than
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (March 23, 2023) — Black Diamond Equipment®, a global innovator in designing and manufacturing active outdoor performance equipment and apparel for climbing, mountaineering, backpacking, skiing and a wide range of other year-round outdoor recreation activities, is issuing a voluntary recall for its Recon LT avalanche transceiver
Washington, D.C. (March 23, 2023)— Helping pass historic climate funding legislation and securing a new National Monument in Colorado are among the key conservation successes achieved in 2022 by Outdoor Alliance, a non-profit working on behalf of the human-powered outdoor recreation community to protect public lands and waters. Outdoor Alliance
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) hiking season is underway in Southern California amid record snow levels, and for the third year, Kahtoola has partnered with the Trevor Spikes Program and the Fowler-O’Sullivan Foundation to promote hiking safety in honor of late hiker Trevor Laher. Laher accidentally slipped to his death in
G. Loomis, the renowned manufacturer of world-class fly fishing rods, is excited to announce the brand new IMX-PRO V2 series. Proudly handcrafted in Woodland, Washington, this distinguished lineup is composed of models built for a range of applications. Designed to enhance natural ability, boost effectiveness, and expand tactical opportunity, the
Magma will continue to support the adventure-based healing nonprofit in 2023 with a $25,000 partner donation Magma Products, a leading maker of outdoor and marine grills and accessories, announces today it will continue to support and amplify its partnership with First Descents, a Colorado-based nonprofit that provides life-changing outdoor adventures
Jason Kerley to be appointed after more than a decade of dedicated service LATHAM, N.Y. – PrimaLoft, Inc., the leader in advanced material technology and subsidiary of Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI), today announced the appointment of Jason Kerley to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Currently serving as Vice President
Series additions bring legendary performance to a variety of saltwater applications Charleston, SC – Shimano North America Fishing, a renowned global leader in the fishing industry, is proud to announce the introduction of three new series of rods geared towards the saltwater angler. These product options cater to a spectrum
OIA Board of Directors appoint respected industry veteran to drive member-led collective into the future BOULDER, COLO [March 21, 2023] — Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Board of Directors has today named industry veteran Kent Ebersole as President of Outdoor Industry Association after serving seven months as the organization’s interim executive
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2023 BOULDER, Colo. – Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole today released the following statement praising President Biden’s White House Conservation in Action Summit announcement to establish two new national monuments: “From Utah – where OIA strongly advocated for the protection of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante – to Avi
Outdoor Vitals, the Utah-based performance outdoor apparel and gear brand, continues to innovate in the outdoor space with the addition of the Nebo Windbreaker to their line. The Nebo is an ultralight 4 oz jacket that redefines the category, offering more breathability and versatility than other options on the market.
Turtle Fur Welcomes VP of Marketing & eComm, CFO, and CEO to Executive Team Vermont headwear brand welcomes three new hires: Erika Canfield, Matt Glomski, and Jim Osgood. Morrisville, VT (March 21, 2023) – Turtle Fur has been a leader in outdoor headwear and accessories for 40 years. Over the