DPS Skis Launch Limited Artist Collab in Aspen with Mark Grotjahn

Salt Lake City-based ski manufacturer collaborates with American contemporary painter to create a ski based on art from his famous 50 Kitchens collection

DPS Skis, the U.S.-based ski manufacturer pairing space-age carbon technology with groundbreaking shapes, is proud to launch an exclusive collaboration with artist Mark Grotjahn. Grotjahn has developed a ski top sheet based on drawing #15 from Grotjahn’s 50 Kitchens Collection. The limited-run DPS 50 Kitchens #15 Skis are available today at dpsskis.com and Cripple Creek Backcountry, in-store and online.

“I like being immersed deep into nature where I feel small and like a little tourist, just a little guy on a big, big globe. Nature doesn’t care about me. Nature doesn’t not care about me. I just get to be a little visitor,” says Grotjahn on his passion for backcountry skiing. “I love the feeling of contemplation and quiet when I tour ski. I feel so in the moment that everything else disappears and I feel invisible. I think any skier or anybody who takes it seriously knows what it’s like to disappear into their sport. And I have to say, this feeling exists in making paintings too. It just happens more consistently on the mountain.”

Grotjahn was first introduced to backcountry skiing in Colorado’s Elk Mountains when he bought his first backcountry ski set-up and he attended a level-one avalanche course. After the course, Grotjahn wanted to take his new skills to practice and hired the head guide and owner of Aspen Expeditions, Amos Whiting. They spent the next two years exploring the backcountry when time would allow Grotjahn to sneak away. When Grotjahn was ready to upgrade his backcountry set-up, he walked into Cripple Creek Backcountry in Aspen and was immediately drawn to a pair of yellow monochrome skis made by DPS. Grotjahn was curious about the brand and he soon reached out to DPS to learn more about team behind the monochrome design.

Just six months after the initial introduction, Grotjahn and DPS release the new 50 Kitchens #15 Skis to the ski and art world. Grotjahn selected a pencil design from the 50 Kitchens collection because he knew it would take to a ski beautifully. The 50 Kitchens collection consists of “Butterfly” compositions, a motif Grotjahn has been creating since the nineties.

“Mark’s work, specifically the 50 Kitchens Collection, was a natural fit for DPS. This project is radically different than anything we’ve done before, but at the same time, Mark’s use of color and the level of discipline that comes through in his work spoke to us as the perfect collaboration,” says Dan Pizza, creative director at DPS Skis. “Mark is super down to earth and this project was a true collaboration where everyone worked together, asked questions, and listened to each other’s ideas. In the end, we are all super happy with the final product.”

The limited-edition 50 Kitchens #15 Skis (MSRP: $2,000) are made using the Kaizen construction, the latest DPS ski design evolution. With a 15m turn radius and 112mm width at the waist, the 50 Kitchens #15 Skis are made for maneuverability and powder skiing. The skis come cured with PHANTOM Glide, a permanent, waxless base glide treatment and are available today at dpsskis.com and Cripple Creek Backcountry in four lengths: 168cm, 178cm, 184cm and 189cm.

Grotjahn and DPS Skis will celebrate the launch of 50 Kitchens #15 Skis at Aspen Art Museum in Aspen, CO on Feb. 18, 2023 from 6-10pm. Tickets are available for $85 at www.aspenartmuseum.org.

For more information on the 50 Kitchens #15 Skis from DPS, please contact Senior Account Manager Maria Brickman at maria.brickman@rygr.us.

About DPS Skis: Located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Salt Lake City, Utah, DPS designs the world’s most advanced ski products by fusing space-age carbon technology with groundbreaking shapes. DPS is responsible for the world’s first and only pure pre-impregnated carbon fiber sandwich ski, the first 120mm-waisted powder pintail, the first rockered ski with sidecut, and PHANTOM, a paradigm-shifting permanent, one-time application base-coating that forever eliminates the need for waxing skis and snowboards. DPS products are sold on five continents and are the trusted brand of choice for serious skiers worldwide. www.dpsskis.com

About Mark Grotjahn: Mark Grotjahn is an American painter best known for abstract work and bold geometric paintings. Grotjahn lives and works in Los Angeles. He received his B.F.A. from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and M.F.A. from University of California, Berkeley. Grotjahn has exhibited his work in solo exhibitions including The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA; Aspen Art Museum, CO; Kunstverein Freiburg, Germany; The Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; Blum & Poe, Los Angeles, CA; Gagosian Gallery, New York and London; UCLA Hammer Museum, Los Angeles, CA. His work has also been featured in numerous group exhibitions including the 2005 Carnegie International; The Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL; The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, CA; and The Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY. His work is in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, CA, and the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis.

 About the 50 Kitchens Collection: Los Angeles-based artist Mark Grotjahn has made “Butterfly” compositions since the nineties and the 50 Kitchens collection draws on this motif. 50 Kitchens takes its inspiration from a single composition, in black and cream-colored pencil, that Grotjahn made to meet the dimensional specifications of a wall in his kitchen. The more than fifty subsequent chromatic drawings explore pairs of radiating colors (like Tuscan Red and Chartreuse, or Grass Green and Canary Yellow) and together create a prismatic display. The pencil design, or set of lines, that designates each composition has been likened to an upended perspectival diagram, creating a compressed rather than expansive sense of rapid recession into or out of space. Colored pencils are used to fill in between these lines, producing waxy surfaces that bring to mind sun flares and starbursts, as well as psychedelic tunnel vision.

 

    Ignik Expands Reach in Ski Resort Retail With New Partners

    Ignik, a Bainbridge Island-based brand committed to creating better heating products that produce more heat with less waste, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its ski resort retail partnerships with three additional North American ski resorts: Mammoth Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, and Killington Ski Resort.

    Ignik was founded in 2019 by snow sports enthusiasts with a mission to produce innovative personal heating products that are eco-friendly, biodegradable, refillable, and rechargeable. Since then, the brand has proudly secured retail partnerships across every U.S. territory. Continued expansion in the ski resort retail space aligns with Ignik’s roots and mission, and gives the brand an opportunity to have its products integrated into a beloved environment in a meaningful way, as the preferred option for Hand and Toe Warmers. A shared commitment to protect the environment led Mammoth Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, and Killington Ski Resort to join a growing list of ski resort retailers that now offer Ignik’s longer lasting and efficient Multi-Use Hand and Toe Warmers

     

    “As a company of ski bums at heart, as well as parents to the next generation of skiers and snowboarders, we are super excited to partner with some of the premier ski resorts and retailers in the world,” says Ignik’s Global Director of Sales Ryan Flynn. “By offering our Multi-Use Hand and Toe Warmers to our fellow ski and snowboard communities, we are providing a superior user experience with more warmth and comfort while also playing an impactful role in helping to reduce waste. It’s exciting to partner with resorts and retailers that see the value in our efforts to give 1% back to fighting climate change in the Arctic and see opportunities to improve sustainability efforts throughout their supply chain.”

     

    Ignik’s Multi-Use Warmers are uniquely suited for ski resort use thanks to their patented Air Barrier temperature regulation system, which gives users more control over how long the warmers last. These warmers have become a leading choice over competitors on the market due to the fact that the inside contents are 98% biodegradable and they are designed with a 100% recycled and resealable pouch. This allows users to reseal and reuse the warmers up to three days after activation, which leads to longer lasting heat and less waste left around the ski resorts.

     

    The brand looks forward to a continued effort with its existing network of retail partners and a growing community of new partners in 2023/2024 season. Ignik’s Multi-Use Hand and Toe Warmers can now be found at the following ski resort retailers:

     

    • Palisades Tahoe, CA
    • Mammoth Mountain, CA
    • Killington Resort, VT
    • Mt. Baker Ski Area, WA
    • Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY
    • Big Sky Resort, MT
    • Arapahoe Basin, CO
    • Crystal Mountain, MI
    • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC, Canada

     

    For more information on Ignik’s Multi-Use Warmers, please visit https://ignik.com/pages/air-activated-heat-specifics. For sales inquiries, contact Ignik’s Global Director of Sales Ryan Flynn at ryan@ignik.com. For media, contact Stacy Kline at stacy@darbycommunications.com

     

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    About Ignik


    Our journey started on a family sailboat in the Arctic, where we saw the impact of climate change and human jetsam on the landscapes we love. We decided to “be the change” by creating products that actually work—and work for the planet. Today Ignik makes high-quality, environmentally thoughtful heating products for the wilderness. We enable more folks to get outside earlier and remain outside longer. Ignik is a proud member of 1% for the Planet. For more information, visit Ignik.com.

      Leveraging Increasing Consumer Sentiment Towards Making Smarter, Planet-Friendly Purchases, Moosejaw Launches Outdoor Gear Resale Program, ReTrail On February 9th

      MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. (February 9, 2023)  – With consumers expressing a greater desire to make smarter, more planet-friendly purchasing decisions, Moosejaw, a leading retailer specializing in outdoor gear and apparel, launches ReTrail on February 9th, a resale program, powered by Recurate,  a leader in circular economy technology. This platform gives Moosejaw’s customers the opportunity to buy and sell their previously owned items directly on Moosejaw.com.

      “For over 30 years, we’ve worked hard to bring the magic of the outdoors and the gear needed to as many people as possible,“ said Eoin Comerford, CEO of Moosejaw. ”Through the ReTrail program, we are making it easier for our current customers to sell their gear and more approachable for new consumers to obtain gear. This program answers the rising consumer demand to incorporate eco-conscious habits into their daily lives.”

      Through the peer-to-peer platform, users select items from their Moosejaw order history to list for sale. Sellers upload their product photos, descriptions, and select a recommended price for their item, which will then be authenticated and approved by Moosejaw to appear on the ReTrail platform. When the item sells, users will receive a prepaid shipping label to send it to its next home, eliminating the environmental footprint and logistics of shipping to a 3rd-party warehouse.

      Unlike other programs, Moosejaw does not take a commission on the sale. Once the buyer verifies the item’s condition, the seller will be paid 100% of their listing price in Moosejaw Reward Dollars, which can be used to purchase new gear on Moosejaw.com and in Moosejaw stores, rentals, or pre-owned gear on ReTrail. Moosejaw High Altitude Members with K2 or Everest status will earn an extra 10 percent in Moosejaw Rewards for their sales. Buyers also earn 2.5 percent back in Moosejaw Rewards on their pre-loved gear purchases.

      “We want our customers to recoup the full value of participating in the circular economy,” explained Mr. Comerford. “Of course we benefit down the road by attracting new customers and when sellers return to spend their Moosejaw Reward Dollars.”

      The ReTrail program is an additional sustainable pillar to the current Moosejaw gear rental program and The Moosejaw Outerwear Collection. The gear rental program ships to any destination in the continental US, expanding the rental option to outdoor lovers not close to a gear rental store. Outbound and return shipping is free for most rentals. Consumers can feel good about the gear rental program as it helps to reduce the overproduction of equipment by encouraging gear sharing and re-use. To reward consumers for doing good and keep them coming back for more, each rental also earns 10% back in Moosejaw Reward Dollars that can be applied right away to paying rental fees or buying gear and apparel for their next adventure.

      The Moosejaw Outerwear Collection, bringing mindfully made performance outerwear to broader audiences, is responsibly made with accessible pricing and inclusive sizing for men and women.The men’s and women’s line includes fabric shells made with 100% recycled polyester and leverages Moosejaw’s 30-year outerwear expertise to deliver more warmth and performance for less. Specific pieces of the Moosejaw Outerwear Collection have sustainability attributes such as all the down filling in the collection is Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified, the synthetic insulation is 100% recycled polyester, and seven of the 12 styles have a lining made from 100% recycled polyester.

      Visit retrail.moosejaw.com to learn more about ReTrail.

      To learn more about Moosejaw’s gear rental program visit: https://www.moosejaw.com/content/gear-rental

      The Moosejaw More Collection can be found here.

      About Recurate

      Founded in 2020, Recurate, Inc. is a leading circular economy technology company that offers brands an e-commerce solution to capture their secondhand sales. Recurate enables an integrated resale marketplace on brands’ e-commerce stores, allowing their customers to resell items they previously bought from those brands. Recurate works with fashion, outdoor gear, electronics, and equipment brand companies. To learn more about Recurate, please visit:www.recurate.com.

      About Moosejaw

       

      About Moosejaw: Founded in 1992, Moosejaw is a leading online active outdoor retailer with a large web presence as well as 12 physical stores. It carries more than 600 brands, including Marmot, Fjallraven and Prana and includes an extensive assortment of apparel and gear for climbing, hiking, camping, snow sports, yoga, water sports and biking. Acquired by Walmart in 2017, Moosejaw is headquartered in Madison Heights, Michigan.

        TREAD LABS, GLOBAL INSOLE EXPERT, DEBUTS U.S. LIFESTYLE SANDALS FOR SPRING 2023 INCORPORATING “YOUR SUPPORT GROUP” AND 35 YEARS OF FOOTWEAR EXPERTISE

        Tread Labs, a leading performance insole brand established by Chaco founder Mark Paigen, today announced it is debuting its premium lifestyle sandal collection for men and women incorporating 35 years of proven expertise. Launching immediately online and at select retailers, this line is built upon the brand’s “Your Support Group” system providing unprecedented levels of comfort, pain relief and performance. 

        When Paigen and his team saw their customers’ passion for their insoles, the next step was to create a line of sandals providing the same level of support for warm weather. Tread Labs sandals are guaranteed against defects in workmanship and materials for the useful life of the product and all outsoles may be replaced for an additional cost.

        “We saw a clear gap in the sandal category where we could bring our insole engineering to everyday footwear providing the next generation of comfort and fit,” said Paigen. “We began with the midsole of a running shoe, fast, comfortable, lightweight and cushioned, then added the proven arch support that our insole customers love and a microsuede footbed. Our rubber sole adds durability and slip resistance. Lastly, the 100% knit upper and the direct attach, glue less construction result in clean lines and an authentic sustainable shoe.”

        Specifically, the sandals feature:

        • Ultra-lightweight polyurethane midsoles sharing the DNA with performance running shoes for a smooth ride
        • Non-marking rubber soles with recycled content providing slip resistance and durability
        • Perfectly contoured footbeds incorporating the proven arch support of Tread Labs’ insoles providing transformative comfort
        • An aluminum buckle that is low-profile, non-slip, unbreakable and secure
        • A water friendly profile that is machine washable
        • 3D knitted uppers using 100% recycled polyester that fit like a glove and have a fresh clean aesthetic
        • Micro-suede footbeds with anti-microbial treatment
        • Direct attach construction and knitted uppers eliminating glue and waste, simplifying construction.

          The women’s Albion, featuring a lightweight, minimal design, is durable enough for extended trips and easily transitions from the trail to a night on the town. Available in Ruby, Deep, Zebra, Black, and Leaf colorways, it is priced at $120. The women’s Covelo, designed as a recovery sandal, is a slip- on with the arch support of a custom orthotic. Priced at $110, it is available in Lagoon, Rock, Fire, Black, and Leaf colorways.

        The men’s Albion, priced at $120, is built like a running shoe, but with that “top down” feel. It is available in Deep, Black, and Leaf colorways. The women’s Covelo blends the feel of a flip-flop with the structure of a sandal and is an essential “go to” summer style that easily lives on the front porch. Priced at $110, it is available in Leaf, Deep, Rock, and Yoke colorways.

        About Tread Labs

        Tread Labs was founded in 2015 by Mark Paigen, who previously founded (and later sold) Chaco sandals. Tread Labs was created to improve people’s lives by giving feet the support they desperately need. Tread Labs’ proprietary two-part insole system is designed for the long haul. The molded arch supports are guaranteed forever, and the top covers are easily replaced to make insoles like new again, without having to buy a whole new pair. Better for the wallet, better for the planet. Sandals are debuting in 2023 and closed footwear is in development.

          Turtle Fur Announces B Corp Certification

          Leading Vermont brand joins community of companies committed to doing business for good.

          Morrisville, VT (January 19, 2023) – Celebrating its 40th anniversary, outdoor headwear and accessories brand, Turtle Fur, is excited to announce that as of December 21st, 2022, they have officially become a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a community of leaders committed to doing business for good. To achieve B Corp certification, Turtle Fur underwent a lengthy review of their business practices and operations, measuring the effect those have on their people, their community, and the environment. The results are scored, and companies must meet a minimum score to achieve certification. Becoming B Corp certified means that a company is committed to using business as a force for positive change.

          Turtle Fur is on a mission to inspire an outdoor lifestyle by promoting socially and environmentally conscious living and creating comfortable products for every adventure(r). As a part of their B Corp certification, protecting people and planet are key to allowing them to fulfill this mission, and every day they strive to continually improve.

          “We are excited and honored to be part of the B Corp movement. We have a strong history of focused work on giving, sustainability, and inclusion, and becoming a B Corp allows us to continue to extend our positive impact on people and planet.” – Meghan Ksiazek, Vice President of Product.

          As a part of certification, they have been verified as meeting B Lab’s high standards for social and environmental impact. They have also made a legal commitment to stakeholder governance, and are demonstrating accountability and transparency by disclosing this record of performance in a public B Corp profile. Turtle Fur is proud to join over 6,000 B Corps in 89 countries, 42 of which are in Vermont.

          About Turtle Fur™:

          Since 1982 Turtle Fur® has been a leading headwear and accessories brand in the outdoor, snow sports, and lifestyle markets. Their mission is to inspire an outdoor lifestyle by promoting socially and environmentally conscious living and creating comfortable products for every adventure(r).

          Turtle Fur prides itself on holding true to its pillars of adventure, community, comfort, and quality. For more information, visit www.turtlefur.com and follow them on social media @turtlefur.

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          Free Fly Apparel Casts a Wider Net with Spring 2023 Fabric and Apparel

          Free Fly Apparel, the leader in outdoor performance apparel made from bamboo, is introducing new products to take on the elements with innovative natural fabric blends that unite comfort and performance. The Free Fly Spring collection drops today and introduces the Clearwater Hoodie, Andros Swim Trunk, Latitude shorts and pants, and the Cloudshield Rain Jacket.

          “We are always planning for the future with fabric innovation to provide the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the market,” said Tanner Sutton, founder of Free Fly Apparel. “This season we want to dive further into the consumer’s journey by expanding beyond a strictly bamboo approach. New products like the Clouldshield Rain Jacket and  Latitude shorts and pants will help our customers go farther in their adventures without sacrificing the quality we’re known for.”

          Adding to the famed Free Fly hoodie lineup is the Clearwater Hoodie. Featuring a new fabric combination of recycled polyester, spandex, and lyocell, the Clearwater provides exceptional moisture management while maintaining a buttery -soft hand feel. This lightweight, quick-dry hoodie provides a balance of durability, breathability, UPF +50 sun coverage, and HeiQ™ Fresh odor protection. The Clearwater Hoody is available for both men and women and retails for $88.00.

          The men’s Andros Swim trunk is a versatile, 7-inch inseam, lightweight, quick-dry stretch woven swim trunk providing UPF +30 sun protection. It retails for $78.00.

          Also new for performance-minded anglers are the guide-tested and approved Latitude shorts and pants. Constructed with a lightweight, stretch-woven fabric for day-long comfort, the Latitude collection offers shorts and pants for men, and shorts for women.

          • The men’s Latitude short is built with UPF 30+ sun protection, a secure back right zipper pocket, treated with a durable water-resistant coating, and a 7.5-inch inseam. The men’s Latitude short retails for $98.
          • The women’s Latitude short is built with front and back patch pockets, a utility loop, a full elastic waistband with a comfort drawstring, and is treated with a durable water-resistant coating and a 3.5-inch inseam. The women’s latitude short retails for $98.
          • The men’s Latitude pants feature a partial waistband elastic at the hip for comfort and a secure back right zipper pocket. The men’s pant retails for $118.

          The Cloudshield Rain Jacket is an understated, lightweight, fully waterproof 3L shell with a buttery-soft feel next to the skin. The Cloudshield features zippered hand pockets, a rear hood cinch for security and will be available in a limited supply for both men and women. The Cloudshield Rain Jacket retails for $248.00.

          For more information about Free Fly Apparel or their Spring 2023 product line, please visit https://freeflyapparel.com/.

           

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          About Free Fly Apparel  

          Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Free Fly Apparel is an adventurous outdoor apparel company specializing in the use of breathable, odor-resistant fabric blends made from bamboo to create comfortable, innovative performance wearables. Each product is a badge of adventure, fun, casual spirit, timelessness, and innovation. For more information, visit  https://freeflyapparel.com/.  

            Grundéns Ambassador Todd Kline Wins 2023 MLF Toyota Series Western Opener

            Kline Captures First Win of the Year in the Sea Knit Boat Shoe

            Grundéns, producer of the world’s leading fishing apparel and footwear, proudly announces that bass fishing ambassador Todd Kline won the Major League Fishing Toyota Series Western Opener at Lake Havasu. Fifteen fish with a total weight of 60 pounds 14 ounces during the stop propelled Roy to a payday of nearly $30,000.

            “Todd’s win at the Toyota Series Wester Opener is a big moment for both him and us,” says Grundéns VP Marketing Ash Williams. “His versatility was on display throughout the tournament as he had to use many tactics to secure the victory. He wore our SeaKnit boat shoe throughout the tournament and this is the third time it has been worn by a Grundéns ambassador to secure an MLF stage win, further demonstrating that it holds up in a variety of the most demanding bass fishing conditions. We remain committed to the bass community and the continued success of our ambassadors exemplifies our prominence in the space.”

            Todd Kline started the competition hot, racking up a seven-pound lead going into the final day. However, the fishing was slow for the first couple of hours, prompting Kline to switch from his primary bait, a largemouth-based pattern, to an underspin. This seemed to make the difference as Kline finished the final day with a 15-plus pound bag to secure the win.

            The SeaKnit Shoe is a contemporary lace-up sneaker offering anglers superior performance and comfort. Equipped with a 100% nylon seamless knit upper, a PU overlay that provides light water resistance on wet surfaces, a non-marking natural gum rubber outsole with razor-cut siping, a shock-absorbing midsole, and comfort footbed, the Sea Knit was designed from the boat deck up. Now having supported three victorious anglers in their respective MLF Tournaments, the Sea Knit, also worn by Skeet Reese and Bradley Roy in their Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit stage win, is a proven tournament-winning shoe.

            Learn more about the Grundéns SeaKnit HERE.

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            ABOUT GRUNDÉNS:

             It began nearly 100 years ago on the west coast of Sweden, in the small fishing village of Grundsund when Carl A. Grundén began producing waterproof oil skins to protect North Sea fishermen from the hostile weather that often accompanied their jobs. Today, some things have changed but Grundéns commitment to supplying and supporting commercial fishermen, sport fishing enthusiasts and bass anglers remains. The brand offers the most versatile lineup of fishing outerwear, sun protection, footwear, and accessories available. Guided by “We Are Fishing,” the brand operates globally from Poulsbo, Washington and Boras, Sweden. Learn more at Grundéns.com

              Tailwind Nutrition Launches Limited Edition Flavor Benefiting Big City Mountaineers

              Durango, Colo. (Feb. 8, 2023) — Tailwind Nutrition, the leading provider of simple and complete sports nutrition products for athletes, has launched The Grape Outdoors, a limited edition flavor of Tailwind Endurance Fuel that benefits Big City Mountaineers (BCM), a non-profit that provides transformative experiences through connections to nature that strengthen life skills and build community for youth from disinvested communities. 

              The grape-flavored sports nutrition drink mix offers complete nutrition with the perfect combination of calories, electrolytes and hydration for athletes while sparking joy thanks to its classic, nostalgic grape flavor that is delightfully refreshing on the tastebuds mile after mile. Ten percent of the proceeds of Tailwind Limited Edition Grape Outdoors will be donated to Big City Mountaineers. The Grape Outdoors flavor will be sold online at TailwindNutrition.com and is available in four-pack bundles for $10. 

              “Being based in Durango, Colorado, we are fortunate to experience the great outdoors everyday and understand firsthand how profoundly it can impact lives,” said Tailwind Co-Founder Jenny Vierling. “We are proud to support Big City Mountaineers with the release of the Grape Outdoors limited edition flavor to fuel their mantra, ‘The Outdoors Is More Than a Place To Go It’s a Place To Grow’.”

              “We are so thankful for the opportunity to partner with the Tailwind team to break down barriers of access to the outdoors for youth from disinvested communities. We are so pumped to take Tailwind The Grape Outdoors on the trail this year – we are sure it’s gonna be a hit!” said Mena Ayazi, Communications & Events Manager at Big City Mountaineers. 

              As a non-profit, BCM relies on the support of partners like Tailwind to ensure they can provide transformative experiences in nature for youth that are free of cost, professionally-led, and 

              fully outfitted. In partnership with youth agency partners in the regions BCM operates, BCM crafts programs specifically tailored to the youth in their unique contexts, offering a truly locally-led model. All proceeds received from Tailwind The Grape Outdoors will support local BCM programs. Check out BCM’s 2022 Impact Report to learn more about the reach of The Grape Outdoors’ proceeds.

              About Big City Mountaineers 

              Big City Mountaineers provides transformative experiences through connections to nature that strengthen life skills and build community for youth from disinvested communities. Big City Mountaineers engages youth in hiking, camping, backpacking, and paddling experiences in six cities across the country, including Boston, Denver, Minneapolis, Portland, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Seattle. Since 1989, BCM has provided more than 45,000 nights under the stars for youth who might not have otherwise had the opportunity.

              About Tailwind Nutrition

              Celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2022, Tailwind Nutrition has been manufacturing all-natural sports nutrition products that are free of GMOs, dairy, soy, and gluten, are easy to digest, and support an athlete’s fueling and recovery needs during exercise. Owned, operated and manufactured in Durango, Colorado, Tailwind Nutrition’s specially formulated drink mixes help athletes perform and compete at their highest level without the worry of food allergies or sensitivities. Tailwind is all you need. Really. For more information visit tailwindnutrition.com