SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 10, 2023) — DPS Skis, the U.S.-based ski manufacturer pairing aerospace carbon technology with groundbreaking shapes, launches Revive. The new program gives customers a chance to trade in qualifying used DPS skis for a credit towards new DPS skis and gear. Credits amount up to $500
New Outdoor Research Deviator Collection excels across a range of active sports in cold weather
SEATTLE (Oct. 6, 2023) — Reflecting a brand heritage built on innovation and athlete-led design, Outdoor Research unveils its new Deviator Collection for Fall 2023, a seven-piece line that excels at stop-and-go activities in cold weather — times when warmth is critical for stopping but you also need the ability
Tom Pidcock and Savilia Blunk to headline all-star field at Life Time Little Sugar MTB marathon race Oct. 15 in Bentonville and Bella Vista, Ark.
Bentonville/Bella Vista, Ark., (Oct. 5, 2023) – Olympic mountain bike champion, Tom Pidcock, and multi-time national champion, Savilia Blunk, will headline the elite fields at Life Time Little Sugar MTB on Sunday, Oct. 15. The world’s top mountain bike racers, many of whom are contenders in the Life Time Grand
Salomon Revamps Apparel Category with New Technical Snow Outerwear Line
OGDEN, UTAH (October 5, 2023) — Ahead of the 2023-24 winter season, Salomon is introducing a new shift in its technical outerwear apparel designs with the launch of the S/LAB QST GTX Pro kit, Moon Patrol GTX kit and the Elixir line of insulated jackets. These outerwear items and Salomon’s
Outdoor Industry Association Announces Education Opportunities at Outdoor Retailer Winter 2023
Expert-led education sessions offer strategic insight into the future of the outdoor business, highlighted by sustainability, consumer and market insights, and advocacy. BOULDER, CO (October 5, 2023) – A member-led collective and the outdoor industry’s catalyst for meaningful change, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) today announced its diverse lineup of
SALT LAKE CITY (October 5, 2023) — Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd., a leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative, high performance outdoor equipment, apparel and footwear, proudly announces two strategic additions to its North American sales team. Desiree Lindemann joins as Director of Key Accounts, while Roger Strong takes on the
RECCO partners with AIARE to support Women’s Mentorship Program
STOCKHOLM, Sweden. (Oct. 4, 2023) – RECCO, manufacturer of rescue technology that makes backcountry travelers more searchable, has partnered with the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) to support the institute’s Women’s Mentorship Program. The partnership will enhance AIARE instructor and student awareness of RECCO technology and how
Earning accolades from Outside, SKI and Backcountry Mags, SCARPA Unveils Next Generation of Maestrale, Gea Ski Boots
BOULDER, Colo. (Oct. 4, 2023) – Earning accolades from testers for Outside, SKI and Backcountry magazines, SCARPA, maker of high-performance footwear for mountain sports, is releasing a completely re-tooled Maestrale and Gea alpine-touring ski boot collection for Fall 2023/24. The new models continue the category leadership of what have become
New Autumn/Winter 2023 GORE-TEX Brand Campaign Highlights Continued Commitment to Finding Innovative Solutions and ‘Going Further, Together’
London/Elkton, MD, October 2, 2023 – W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) has announced that the consumer business of its Fabrics Division has launched a new GORE-TEX Brand campaign for the Autumn/Winter 2023 season. The AW23 campaign, the first with new global creative agency TCO London, highlights the GORE-TEX brand’s continued commitment to
NEMO Introduces First Air Pad Ever with 8+ R-Value
{Dover, NH—October 2, 2023}—Achieving the highest warmth-to-weight ratio ever for a sleeping pad, NEMO’s newest product, Tensor™ Extreme Conditions, is a prime example of the award-winning brand’s commitment to building only gear that improves the adventure experience. Featuring NEMO’s patent-pending Apex™ baffle construction, Tensor EC represents a new chapter in
Good To-Go Expands into Grocery
[Kittery, ME, October 2, 2023]—Good To-Go, the award-winning dehydrated gourmet meal brand founded by Chef Jennifer Scism, has expanded its product line to include microwavable cups for grocery stores. Good To-Go’s microwavable cup meals are handcrafted with convenience and quality in mind. Now you can experience a meal created by
Building on 12 years of growth, Outdoor Research hires Felix del Toro as Senior Vice President of Product
SEATTLE (Oct. 2, 2023) — Building on its upward brand and sales trajectory over the last 12 years, Outdoor Research (OR), the Seattle-based manufacturer of leading outdoor apparel and gear, hired Felix del Toro as Senior Vice President of Product. Stepping into the top product position at OR, del Toro
Sepp Kuss homecoming celebration to take place in Durango on Oct. 19
DURANGO, Colo. (Sept. 29, 2023) — Durango Devo is hosting 2023 Vuelta a España winner, Sepp Kuss, for a homecoming celebration and bike parade. Kuss, a Devo alumn, will join the Durango community on Oct. 19 at Buckley Park for a speech, meet & greet, and more. All members of
Outdoor Industry Sounds Alarm on Potential Government Shutdown
BOULDER, Colo. (September 29, 2023) – Today, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole released the following statement regarding the looming government shutdown on September 30: “Government shutdowns are bad for business. Although no two shutdowns are alike, and the impact of a shutdown varies from agency to agency, the
Offshore Greens Partners with High Fives Foundation to Empower Adaptive Athletes
TRUCKEE, CA (September 25, 2023) — The High Fives Foundation, a nonprofit committed to empowering adaptive athletes, is excited to announce a partnership with Offshore Greens, a leading provider of plant-based functional powder drinks. This alliance was catalyzed through a personal connection between Offshore Greens’ founder and High Fives athlete
SALOMON APPOINTS STEVE DOOLAN AS PRESIDENT OF SALOMON AMERICAS
ANNECY, FRANCE (September 28, 2023) — Salomon is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Doolan as President of the Americas. In his new role, Doolan will lead the company’s Americas business from its regional headquarters in Ogden, Utah, driving strategy, operations and growth within the region and serving as
Outdoor Alliance, The Conservation Alliance, Outdoor Industry Association align around shared agenda with policymakers
Washington D.C. (Sep. 28, 2023) — Aligned around the goal of facing unprecedented threats to public lands and waters, three well-established outdoor industry non-profits – representing a quarter million people and 800 businesses – are coming together with an aligned agenda and shared voice to protect the outdoors. The new
Moultrie Mobile Adds Jason Matzinger, Sam Soholt, and Lindsey Browne Davis as Brand Ambassadors
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Sep. 28, 2023) — Moultrie Mobile, a leading pioneer in cellular trail cameras that also offers an all-in-one remote monitoring app for hunters and property owners, is proud to announce noted outdoor conservation advocates and renowned hunting enthusiasts Jason Matzinger, Sam Soholt and Lindsey Browne Davis as its
Nikwax Launches New Wash for Activewear
[Seattle, WA, Sept 27, 2023]— Nikwax, the international leader in technical cleaners and waterproofing products for outdoor gear and apparel, has developed a high-powered deodorizing cleaner designed to eliminate odors and help prevent their build-up in athletic and fitness clothing. Offered in a 1-liter bottle, Sports Refresh is now available
Spoketober returns for 2nd annual Durango cycling celebration
DURANGO, Colo. (Sept. 27, 2023) — Visit Durango is bringing back Spoketober for its second consecutive year of celebrating Durango’s tight-knit and passionate cycling community. The month-long calendar of events highlights the dedication and sweat equity its residents have committed to making Durango one of the top cycling destinations in