BOULDER, CO (Feb. 3, 2025) – La Sportiva, the leader in mountain performance gear and apparel, announced today their apparel line for fall 2025. The new line expands the winter Alpine Tech collection and sees the introduction of the Lumina Down Jacket Series and new Gore-Tex® Performance shells. From fast-and-light
Fleet Feet Expands Presence in North Carolina with New Concord Location
CONCORD, N.C. and CARRBORO, N.C. (Feb. 3, 2025) — Fleet Feet, the largest franchisor of run specialty stores, today announced the grand opening of its newest store in Concord, North Carolina. Located at 2420 Herron’s Nest Place NW, Suite 103, in Christenbury Village, the new store is owned and operated
Nutriex Announces Partnership with Legendary Rock Climber Chris Sharma
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – [Jan 2025] – Nutriex, a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through research-based nutritional supplements and education, today announced a formal partnership with world-renowned professional rock climber Chris Sharma. This collaboration marks a significant milestone, building upon Sharma’s two-decade personal experience with Nutriex Sport,
Wilderness Exchange Reopens as Black Diamond Wilderness Exchange
[Denver, CO] – January 30, 2025 – Black Diamond Equipment, a global leader in mountain sports gear, is proud to officially announce the grand reopening of Wilderness Exchange as Black Diamond Wilderness Exchange. The overhaul marks the evolution of an iconic independent outdoor retailer into a new kind of partner-run
REI Co-op to relocate Eugene, Oregon store in early 2026
SEATTLE – Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will relocate its Eugene, Oregon store in early 2026. The co-op will move to Oakway Center, an established shopping destination centrally located in the city. The larger store will feature broader footwear, cycling and camping departments. “We’ve proudly served the Eugene community for more than three decades
Outside Summit Announces Featured Speakers
DENVER, Colo. – January 30, 2025 – The Outside Summit is thrilled to announce its return in 2025 with a slate of featured speakers that includes some of the biggest names in the outdoor industry. As part of the larger Outside Festival, the Summit brings together key stakeholders, career veterans,
mammoth trailfest. Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Craft Sportswear
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. — January 30, 2025 — Following a landmark 2024 event that drew nearly 2,000 runners from 22 countries and 40 states—with 47% female participation—mammoth trailfest. has entered into a new multi-year partnership with Craft Sportswear. This collaboration signals an exciting new chapter for the celebrated trail running
La Sportiva Launches the Prodigio Max: A Maximal Shoe for the Mountains
Jan. 30, 2025 (BOULDER, Colo.) – La Sportiva, makers of the world’s finest mountain gear, today unveiled the Prodigio Max, a highly cushioned trail shoe with an innovative midsole that changes the game for maximalist footwear. Engineered to combine comfort and responsiveness with technical performance, the Prodigio Max is built
Cotopaxi, L.L.Bean, New Balance, Patagonia, REI Co-op, W.L. Gore & Associates, Global Efficiency Intelligence, and OIA Collaborate to Drive Industry-Wide Emissions Reductions BOULDER, CO [Wednesday, January 29, 2025] — Cotopaxi, L.L. Bean, New Balance, Patagonia, REI Co-op, W.L. Gore & Associates, Global Efficiency Intelligence, and Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) proudly
PHANTOM Glide Releases New Nordic Formula
SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 29, 2025) — PHANTOM Glide, the permanent, single-application base treatment for skis and snowboards, introduces a new Nordic formula that creates a permanent glide surface that performs across a wide range of snow conditions and can be enhanced with traditional wax for heightened performance in specific
Verde Brand Communications Takes the Wheel for Rossmönster Adventure Truck and Van PR Efforts
BOULDER, Colo. (January 29, 2025) — Verde Brand Communications, a leading agency specializing in outdoor and active lifestyle industries, has been appointed as the public relations agency of record for Rossmönster, effective immediately. Verde will work closely with Rossmönster to showcase their innovative approach to adventure truck and adventure van
Mountain House Teams Up with Darby Communications
January 29, 2025 — Albany, OR — Mountain House, a leading provider of freeze-dried meals for outdoor enthusiasts and emergency preparedness, announces its partnership with Darby Communications, a PR and digital marketing agency renowned for its expertise in the outdoor, endurance, and hunt/fish markets. Effective immediately, Darby Communications will serve
Revolutionizing Baking: Ooni Unveils the Ultimate Stand Mixer for Home Chefs
EDINBURGH, Scotland (Jan. 28, 2025) – Today, Ooni Pizza Ovens, the creator and leader of the home pizza oven market, is once again revolutionizing home cooking with the launch of the Ooni Halo Pro Spiral Mixer. Available for purchase in April 2025, the Halo Pro combines Ooni’s commitment to quality
Introducing the “IT’S A VUARNET DAY” Campaign and the Fall Winter 2024 – 2025 Collection
Vuarnet, the legendary French eyewear brand, is proud to unveil the new “IT’S A VUARNET DAY” brand relaunch campaign for Fall Winter 2024 – 2025. It celebrates the brand’s iconic tagline originally coined during the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics. This bold initiative celebrates a renewed commitment to adventure, style,
Craft Sportswear Welcomes New Trail Athletes to Its Elite Run Team
BORÅS, Sweden – January 23, 2025 – Craft Sportswear, the Swedish brand renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in endurance sports apparel and footwear, is proud to welcome nine outstanding athletes to its Elite Run Team. The new team members bring unparalleled talent, drive, and passion to Craft’s
Switchback Spring opens attendee registration
PORTLAND, Maine (January 22, 2025) – Switchback Spring, the education and business gathering for the outdoor industry community, has opened attendee registration for the event taking place June 16-18, 2025, in Nashville, TN. Registration is open to retailers, media, and outdoor industry professionals. To register and secure housing for Switchback Spring visit this
Black Diamond Equipment Partners with Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. (RMI) Expeditions for Field Testing and Product Innovation
SALT LAKE CITY – January 21, 2025 – Black Diamond Equipment®, a global leader in climbing, skiing, and mountain sports apparel and gear, has partnered with the premier mountain guiding service Rainier Mountaineering Inc. (RMI) Expeditions, one of the largest guides services in the US with over 70 guides leading
OARS Presents A Guide to Fighting for Wild Rivers, New Film Celebrating the Yampa River
ANGELS CAMP, CA — OARS is proud to announce the release of A Guide to Fighting for Wild Rivers, a new film that is both a tribute to the Yampa River in northwest Colorado and an inspiring call to action for river conservationists around the globe. The 10-minute film will
Mark Cavanaugh Named CEO of Pret Helmets
Park City, UT, USA – Pret Helmets (“Pret”), a global leader in the design, marketing, and distribution of innovative ski and snowboard helmets and goggles, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Cavanaugh as its new CEO, effective immediately. “Building brands, forging authentic partnerships, and empowering companies to reach
Moultrie Showcases Industry-Leading Connected Hunting Ecosystem at SHOT Show 2025
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (January 20, 2024) — Moultrie, the undisputed leader in connected hunting technology, invites SHOT Show attendees to experience the future of hunting technology and property management at Booth #80615. As the dominant force in the connected outdoor market, Moultrie stands alone in delivering a truly integrated ecosystem that