Boulder, Colo. (October 25, 2024) — Boulder, Colo.-based Backpacker’s Pantry, the family-owned maker of gourmet adventure meals, and its sister company Astronaut Foods, celebrating its 50th anniversary and who specializes in freeze-dried snacks, most famously their freeze-dried ice cream, announces its participation in the fall 2024 We Keep it Wild
Mammut taps Matt Kaplan as managing director of North America
WILLISTON, Vermont (Oct. 28, 2024) – Leading performance mountain equipment manufacturer for over 160 years, Mammut welcomes Matt Kaplan as its new Managing Director of North America, effective November 18, 2024. With an extensive track record in management and commercial leadership in the outdoor industry, Kaplan will drive the acceleration
LOWA Boots Introduces Expanded Line of Trail Running Shoes at The Running Event, November 19-21 in Austin
STAMFORD, Conn. – (October 24, 2024) – LOWA Boots, the global footwear brand known for over 100 years of hand-crafted European heritage, will debut an expanded trail running line at The Running Event in Austin, November 19-21, 2025. Focusing on two new key styles, the MADRIX is a trail runner
Rossignol breaks ground with Vizion ski boot family, named ‘Best in Test’ by America’s Best Bootfitters
PARK CITY, Utah (Oct. 24, 2024) – Rossignol, an industry leader in winter sports equipment for 117 years, has solved one of the most common barriers to the sport of skiing with the introduction of its all-new Vizion ski boot family. Boasting three unique patent-pending innovations, Vizion is the world’s
Leading outdoor brands come together to support The Conservation Alliance #WeKeepItWild campaign
(October 24, 2024) – Twelve leading outdoor brands, spanning categories such as backpacks, apparel, and footwear, have united to support The Conservation Alliance (TCA) through the #WeKeepItWild campaign. From October 24-30, 5% of all online sales from participating brands will be donated to TCA to help protect North America’s wild
Maven Launches Its First LPVO In the RS.6
LANDER, Wyo. (Oct. 24, 2024) – Maven Outdoor Equipment Company, a Wyoming-based direct-to-consumer brand known for offering world-class optics at affordable prices, has expanded its premium RS series with the introduction of the RS.6, a versatile new riflescope. The RS.6 marks Maven’s entry into the LPVO (low-power variable optic) riflescope
Craft Sportswear Strengthens Its Run Proposition with a Multifaceted Presence at the New York City Marathon
SEATTLE – October 24, 2024 – Craft Sportswear, the Swedish brand renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in endurance sports, is thrilled to announce the opening of its first-ever U.S. pop-up store at 437 Broadway in SoHo, just in time for the 2024 New York City Marathon. Open
Fleet Feet Unveils Exciting 2024 Holiday Campaign: Make Shopping Easy with Wishlists
CARRBORO, N.C. (October 24, 2024) — Fleet Feet, the largest franchisor of run specialty stores, today announced its 2024 holiday campaign designed to empower customers to curate their perfect gift lists and enhance their shopping experience. Fleet Feet’s approach focuses on guiding customers through creating personalized wishlists on fleetfeet.com, complemented
Hincapie brothers rally the global cycling community, helping the Polk County Community Foundation raise nearly $700,000 in funds
Greenville, S.C., (October 23, 2024) – Gran Fondo Hincapie’s 13th annual Greenville cycling event took place this past Saturday, welcoming over 2,000 riders for a weekend of riding and fundraising. The event raised close to $700,000 and continued efforts to raise one million dollars for the Polk County Community Foundation.
OrthoLite® Bolsters Global Operations with the Hire of Raj Santhana as Vice President of Operational Excellence
AMHERST, Mass. (October 23, 2024) – OrthoLite®, the global leader of branded, high-performance, comfort footwear solutions, announces the hire of Raj Santhana as the new Vice President of Operational Excellence. As part of OrthoLite’s global operations management team, Santhana will be responsible for OrthoLite manufacturing excellence and innovation as well
Outdoor Businesses Call on Biden Administration to Designate Sáttítla National Monument
October 22, 2024 – Today, 53 outdoor recreation businesses call on the Biden Administration to designate Sáttítla in Northern California as a national monument. From the outdoor industry to brewers, banks, and sportsmen, these businesses represent industries that rely heavily on the protection of the outdoors for their bottom line.
Overland Expo East, Premier Overlanding Consumer Event, Attracts Over 14,500 Enthusiasts
ARRINGTON, Va. (October 18, 2024) – Overland Expo East, the final of the four part series of premier U.S. consumer overlanding events, ended on a high note attracting over 14,500 attendees and approximately 250 exhibitors reinforcing the growing popularity of overlanding due to consumer friendly and advanced technologies. Highlights included:
REI Co-op announces lineup of new store openings in 2025 and an early peek at 2026
SEATTLE – Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op today announced its lineup of 2025 store openings as part of the company’s efforts to support the active lifestyles of its membership and outdoor communities. Stores will open in six communities next spring and summer, including the California cities of Carlsbad, Chico and Elk
Turtle Fur Unveils Rebrand With Step Outside Your Shell Platform
Morrisville, Vt. (Oct 17, 2024) – Outdoor headwear and accessories brand Turtle Fur, has launched a bold new brand platform, positioning itself as a symbol of protection and inspiration for every adventure. Calling on its community to “Step Outside Your Shell,” Turtle Fur celebrates its roots of moxie, grit, curiosity,
Public Voting for the 2024 Defender Service Awards Is Underway
(Boulder, CO) — Public voting for the fourth annual Defender Service Awards presented by CHASE, is now open and continues through October 17. Defender, the original British adventure brand, is proudly recognized across the globe for inspiring humanitarian action, conservation, and adventure. The Defender Service Awards recognize U.S., Puerto Rican,
LifeStraw Expands Its Home Collection with the New Colorful, Compact Studio Water Filter Dispenser and Family-Size, High-Capacity Countertop Water Filter Dispenser
BALTIMORE (October 16, 2024) — LifeStraw, a public health B Corp and Climate Neutral Certified Brand on a mission to provide equitable access to safe drinking water, announces the launch of two new LifeStraw Home products: LifeStraw Home Studio Water Filter Dispenser (10-cup) and the LifeStraw Home High-Capacity Water Filter
Nite Ize Reinvents the Ratchet Strap with Four Fully Loaded Systems
BOULDER, Colo. – October 15, 2024– Nite Ize®, a leading manufacturer of innovative solution-based products, today launched the groundbreaking CamJam™ Ratchet Strap collection. Available at niteize.com now, the ratchet strap systems and accessories reimagine the classic commodity product with an unparalleled, user-friendly approach, delivering the first major innovation to the
SENIQ, Apparel Designed for Women By Women, Debuts 2024 Ski System with Nuanced, Purposeful Silhouettes With Fresh, Modern Design Available Oct. 15
COLUMBUS, Ohio – (October 15 2024) – SENIQ, the outdoor apparel brand built for women by women, today introduced its 2024 Ski Collection, arriving at retail October 15. It embraces a fresh design approach using bold color blocks blended with flattering, feminine style lines and female specific performance features. The collection
Eastern Sierra Conservation Corps (ESCC) Completes Successful 2024 Trail Work Season
[Bishop, CA] October 15, 2024 – Eastern Sierra Conservation Corps (ESCC) is proud to announce the completion of its 2024 trail work season, marked by significant contributions to trail maintenance and wilderness restoration across California’s national forests and state parks. From May 28 to September 20, ESCC’s dedicated crews worked
Arc’teryx Announces 2025 Global Academy Series with Backcountry Academy at Mammoth Lakes
[North Vancouver, BC] October 15, 2024 — Today Arc’teryx announced the winter locations of its 2025 Global Academy Series with events across the US (California) and Europe (Austria), offering guests world-class education, community-building experiences, and a deeper connection to the mountains. The Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy, previously held in Jackson Hole