BOULDER, Colo. (June 11, 2026) — La Sportiva, makers of the world’s finest mountain gear, today announced its Spring 2027 mountain running and hiking footwear collection. Leading the lineup are the new Talento Pro and Talento trail running shoes, and the updated Prodigio Pro 2, the next generation of the brand’s award-winning mountain racing shoe. The collection also includes the Prodigio Hike 2 GTX and the Trango Guide GTX, a fast-and-light alpine boot built for technical mountain routes.

The Talento Pro is built for shorter efforts on steep, technical routes, where speed depends as much on precision and footwork as cushioning and energy return. At the heart of the shoe is an updated XFlow Speed midsole, made from supercritical TPEE, that delivers responsive cushioning, rebound and durability. A reduced platform width adds control and dexterity underfoot, while a rockered profile helps runners move efficiently on climbs, rolling trails and uneven ground. A lightweight PowerWire upper provides support and efficient power transfer when the trail turns loose, off-camber or technical. The FriXion White outsole, with 3.5 mm lugs, offers outstanding grip and traction across a variety of surfaces. The $210 Talento Pro weighs 8.5 oz for men and 7 oz for women, and has a stack height of 25/31 mm.

“The Talento Pro was built for technical mountain running, where precision matters as much as energy return,” said Jonathan Lantz, president of La Sportiva North America. “With the Talento Pro, we saw an opportunity to bring the latest materials and construction into a shoe built specifically for shorter, faster efforts in steep, demanding terrain. We took what we learned from models like the Prodigio Pro and applied it to a more precise platform, where speed comes from confidence, control, and the ability to move well when the route gets complicated.”

The Talento is the daily training partner to the Talento Pro, offering a versatile, lightweight platform for consistent performance across a wide range of mountain terrain. The new model uses an XFlow single-block supercritical EVA midsole for balanced cushioning, responsiveness, and control. The high-tenacity mesh upper is built for the demands of daily mountain training, combining breathability with abrasion resistance to hold up on rough, challenging trails. The FriXion White outsole uses the same lug shape as the Talento Pro, with deeper 4.5 mm lugs for added grip and control on soft surfaces. The Talento has a stack height of 26/32 mm, weighs 9.1 oz for men and 8 oz for women, and has an MSRP of $170.

The Prodigio Pro 2 keeps what worked in the original award-winning model while adding small changes that improve durability and performance in technical terrain. The updated  XFlow Speed Dual-Midsole features a new external cage, made with next-generation supercritical TPEE, which stabilizes the platform and helps maintain consistent performance over long efforts. The core, made from supercritical TPU, adds maximum rebound and energy return. An updated PowerWire upper improves stability and energy transfer, with an internal wrapping system and welded TPU toe protection that adds support and protection. The $235 Prodigio Pro 2 features a FriXion White outsole with 4 mm lugs, a 28/34 mm stack height, and weighs 9.2 oz for men and 7.9 oz for women.

Also new for Spring 2026, the Prodigio Hike 2 GTX updates La Sportiva’s fast-hiking platform with a redesigned upper and tongue for easier step-in and fit adjustment. A knit heel collar helps keep debris out, while the dual-compound FriXion Red outsole with 4.5 mm lugs and Impact Brake System provides confident grip across uneven terrain. The Prodigio Hike 2 GTX is priced at $199.

For fast-moving alpine objectives, the new Trango Guide GTX delivers comfort, protection and performance in a lightweight, agile package. The new boot is sensitive enough for technical edging but stiff enough to support a semi-automatic crampon, allowing it to handle a wide range of terrain without slowing you down. A water-repellent nylon upper with Honeycomb Guard abrasion protection adds durability without bulk, and the 3D Flex System Evo enhances ankle mobility without sacrificing stability. Spring-Lug Technology with a low-density PU insert improves cushioning and terrain adaptability underfoot, while a Vibram Cube Evo outsole with Impact Brake System delivers traction and shock absorption on steep, uneven ground. The Trango Guide GTX has an MSRP of $339.

The new line will be available at select specialty retailers and at www.lasportivausa.com in the spring of 2027.

 

About La Sportiva
With over 90 years of heritage, La Sportiva has unrivaled experience in building the world’s finest performance mountain footwear. Creating innovation through passion, La Sportiva now offers the most versatile technical climbing, mountaineering, Mountain Running® and hiking shoes on the market, along with a full line of ski mountaineering hardware and apparel. For more information on La Sportiva, visit www.lasportivausa.com or follow @Lasportivana on Instagram.

PERTH, Australia, BROOMFIELD, Colo. — June 10, 2026 — Sea to Summit, an award-winning global brand that equips and inspires outdoor enthusiasts with innovative, lightweight adventure gear, is unveiling its Spring/Summer 2027 (SS27) collection during Switchback Spring 2026 in New Orleans, June 16 – 18, 2026. Every product in the SS27 range has been “Tested by Australia” to ensure each design detail performs reliably and consistently in all elements of the outdoors, from the mild to the most extreme.

“We’ll take the longer road if it leads to better gear. No shortcuts. No rushing it out the door,” said Tim Miller, product designer at Sea to Summit. “Our process is about sweating the invisible engineering: the mechanical snaps, the fabric lamination, and the internal structure; all of the undetected details that ensure our gear performs effortlessly and intuitively so the user can focus on experiencing the adventure.”

Launching in March 2027, the Sea to Summit SS27 product line exemplifies the attention to detail in the brand’s design for ultimate trust in performance. The collection will be available at seatosummit.com and includes the following featured products.

SS27 Collection Highlights

Ultralight Ion 5 Sleeping Mat: The LiteGrid Revolution (Updated for SS27)
The Ion 5 has been updated with Sea to Summit’s LiteGrid construction: a variable-thickness TPU matrix that dictates exactly how air moves and is held within the mat to provide stable comfort and enough space to move. Ultralight without compromising on durability, warmth or sleep quality.

• ThermalCore Insulation: Dual reflective layers maximise heat retention within a variable-thickness TPU matrix without the chip bag crinkle.
• Reinforced Reliability: Thicker weld zones add strength where it’s needed most, allowing for a lighter, quieter, and more compact mat.
• 20D Ultralight Shell: A quiet, lightweight fabric ensures low-noise comfort during rest.

The World’s Lightest Single Brand 4-Piece Sleep System (New for SS27)
Pairing the Ultralight Ion 5 (325g) with the trio of the Spark 7ºC/45ºF Sleeping Bag (363g), Pico UL Liner (64g), and Aeros UL Pillow (55g) creates an entire sleep system that provides ultimate comfort that packs down to a size comparable to that of a 2L Nalgene water bottle and weighs only 807g.

Ori-Fold Contour Sleeping Mat: Art Meets Science (New for SS27)
The Ori-Fold Contour merges origami-inspired geometry with advanced material science. By applying structural folding to dual-density foam, Sea to Summit has engineered a mat that balances technical precision with purposeful design. The contoured shape provides essential width at the shoulders and hips while tapering to eliminate bulk, resulting in a mat that’s 20% more compact than other folding closed-cell foam (CCF) mats.

• Modular “Two-in-One” Design: The innovative removable foot section allows the mat to transition from a full-length sleep system at night to a dedicated, high-density sit pad for trail breaks during the day.
• Zoned Dual-Density Support: Engineered with specialized foam cells, the mat features zoned comfort in the torso for better pressure relief and higher-density foam in the seat area for superior support when used as a stool or pad.
• Packs Down 20% Smaller: Despite packing down smaller, it opens up wider through the torso to provide more space for overall comfort.

XLite Collapsible Camp Kitchen: Space-Saving Intelligence (New for SS27)
The brilliance of the XLite range lies in the marriage of hard-anodized aluminum and food-grade heat-resistant silicone of the cookware pieces. The collection is designed to collapse and nest with other XLite products for ease of packing while keeping your load as light as possible, the cookware pieces combine silicone sidewalls with an aluminum base for an even and efficient heat transfer for quicker cooking times.

• Click-Safe Handle: A patent-pending handle that engages securely for safe lifting and handling, then reverses to lock the lid and nested contents in place for rattle-free transport.
• Heat Transfer Efficiency: A 5-series hard-anodized aluminum base ensures rapid heat conduction, saving valuable fuel for minimalist hikers.
• LID KEEP Technology: An integrated rest allows the lid to sit securely on the side of the pot, keeping it out of the dirt while you stir.

The XLite Collapsible Camp Kitchen system consists of 11 individual products and 10 distinct sets across cookware and dinnerware. Starting July 2026, Sea to Summit will launch an exclusive set of XLite products at REI, REI.com, and seatosummit.com.

Those attending Switchback in New Orleans can get a first-look at the SS27 collection. Visit Sea to Summit (Booth #1121). For wholesale inquiries, contact Cody Winward, codyw@seatosummit.com. For media inquiries, contact JAM Collective, sts@jamcollective.net.

ABOUT SEA TO SUMMIT

Sea to Summit is an award-winning global brand that equips and inspires outdoor enthusiasts with innovative, lightweight adventure gear. Founded in Perth, Western Australia in 1991, the brand has grown into a global leader in the outdoor industry, known for its meticulously engineered products across sleep, carry, travel, and camp kitchen categories.

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Seattle, Wash. (June 10, 2026) – Tracebound, a new compliance intelligence platform built to help product-based companies navigate rapidly evolving sustainability regulations across global markets, launched today by Snaplinc Consulting and Snowsports Industries America (SIA).

Tracebound is the first B2B SaaS compliance intelligence platform built for product-based companies navigating the fast-changing, and fragmented landscape of global sustainability regulations. It simplifies regulatory complexity and helps leadership teams strategically and proactively address critical operational compliance challenges.

The leadership of Snaplinc Consulting, a leading sustainability and ESG consultancy, envisioned Tracebound after nearly two decades of working alongside product brands trying to manage ESG regulatory complexities. SIA, the trade association representing the winter outdoor industry—the very businesses at the leading edge of climate-driven business practices—has a long-standing relationship with Snaplinc that ultimately led to the launch of Tracebound. Across ~200 regulations and ~75 global jurisdictions, the platform distills customized results, and guides companies through multi-faceted operational challenges that companies face today with global sustainability regulations. Tracebound serves companies across apparel, footwear, outdoor, sporting goods, home goods, beauty, and the broader consumer products industry.

The pioneering platform monitors global regulatory change in real time and maintains centralized visibility across legal, sustainability, and operations functions, enabling leadership teams to proactively plan, expand, and lead through compliance with confidence.

“The pace and complexity of global sustainability regulation has become one of the most pressing business issues facing product companies,” said Ammi Borenstein, Founder and CEO of Snaplinc Consulting and Co-Founder of Tracebound. “Today, business leaders need clarity, not confusion. Tracebound is the regulatory operating layer that lets leadership teams see what applies, see what is changing, and act with clarity.”

Why Tracebound and why now

Tracebound replaces the spreadsheets, consultant memos, and last-minute fire drills that have defined compliance work of late. It offers a continuously updated platform designed around three core capabilities: Guidance, Monitoring, and Regulatory Visibility.

Product-based companies are navigating an unprecedented volume of overlapping sustainability rules across the United States, Canada, and European Union. Without a system of record, teams operate with exposure, uncertainty, and a blind spot to the real-time evolution of global compliance demands. Tracebound turns compliance from a cost center into a strategic capability.

“Product brands are now operating in a compliance environment that changes constantly and varies by jurisdiction,” said Nick Sargent, President of SIA and Co-Founder of Tracebound. “From Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs and textile recovery rules to climate-risk disclosure mandates and green-marketing standards, Tracebound gives leadership teams a simple solution that identifies which regulations apply to their business—and our members are exactly the kind of companies it was built to serve.”

The Tracebound platform

Tracebound features:

• Customized assessment: A structured evaluation of your company and the regulations that apply, not a generic database.
• Continuous monitoring: Updates are proactively delivered as regulations change, replacing static reports and inbox-based tracking.
• Centralized intelligence: A unified system that aligns legal, compliance, sustainability, and operations around a single source of truth.
• Scalable infrastructure: A platform built to grow with the business as portfolios expand and jurisdictions multiply.

Tracebound can serve any product-based company navigating EPR, climate-risk reporting, fair-labor disclosures, packaging rules, and related global standards. Tracebound provides regulatory intelligence and monitoring infrastructure. It does not provide legal advice and does not replace licensed legal counsel.

Availability

Tracebound is available now to product-based companies seeking centralized regulatory visibility. To request a demo or learn more, visit Tracebound.com.

About Tracebound

Tracebound is a compliance intelligence platform that helps product-based companies identify applicable global sustainability regulations, monitor regulatory change, and turn complex regulatory landscapes into structured action. Designed around three core capabilities: Guidance, Monitoring, and Regulatory Visibility, the platform delivers customized intelligence and leadership-level confidence. Tracebound provides regulatory intelligence and monitoring infrastructure, it does not provide legal advice or replace licensed legal counsel.

About Snaplinc Consulting

Founded in 2018 by Ammi Borenstein, Snaplinc Consulting is a leading, global sustainability and ESG consultancy that simplifies the path to meeting regulatory requirements while advancing ESG and sustainability goals. Snaplinc specializes in EPR compliance, climate-risk reporting, fair-labor disclosures, CDP reporting, Science-Based Targets, EcoVadis assessments, and corporate ESG reporting. Learn more at snaplincconsulting.com.

About Snowsports Industries America (SIA)

Snowsports Industries America (SIA) is the trade association of the winter outdoor industry. Through SIA membership, brands, destinations, retailers, service providers, and nonprofits solve immediate business problems, adapt to business challenges, and grow. SIA spots trends that matter, and resources its membership to be proactive through industry-wide strategies and solutions built to ensure the winter outdoors thrives for future generations. Learn more at snowsports.org.

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RENO, Nev. (June 9, 2026) — Jackson, Wyo., retailer Skinny Skis and apparel manufacturer Smartwool won Retailer of the Year and Vendor of the Year respectively in the 2026 Grassroots Outdoor Specialty Awards. The annual awards program — curated by Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail — names winners annually based on extensive feedback from peers in the specialty retail and vendor communities.

Award winners in those categories and a number of others were announced at the Spring 2026 Grassroots Connect buying show in Reno, Nev., where more than 150 retail businesses and 290 exhibiting product manufacturers are gathering this week. The Connect Show takes place twice a year to support brand line showings for independent specialty retailers timed around key ordering deadlines.

The Grassroots Outdoor Specialty Awards celebrate overall excellence among Grassroots retailers and vendors, as well as outstanding achievements in business, advocacy, community action, and philanthropy. The awards also call out exceptional sales representatives who work as conduits between outdoor brands and retailers.

Skinny Skis won Retailer of the Year based on criteria that included vendor feedback, retail store wow factor, planning and merchandising, and responsible business ownership. In accepting the award, Taylor Hall, who co-owns the business with Scott O’Brien, shared they have worked in recent years to reinvent Skinny Skis in the face of a variety of headwinds in their market by learning into their heritage as a shop founded in nordic skiing.

“It’s humbling to win this award when I look around and see all the experience in this room,” Hall said. “We made a decision to just be ourselves and not worry too much about the marketplace.”

Smartwool won Vendor of the Year award on criteria including sales and service, collaboration and support of specialty retail, product, and how it conducted itself in the marketplace.

“We’re incredibly honored to be recognized, and we attribute a huge amount of success to our reps for the work they do every day, and for the retailers who help get our brand in front of consumers,” said ​Margot Hannaford, Smartwool General Manager for the Americas.

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance believes the awards are especially meaningful since the winners are chosen by peers and business partners.

“The winners should feel very proud that these awards reflect very tangible results of hard work, because they’re informed by real-world information that our community shares with us,” said Gabe Maier, President of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance. “These awards are a reminder of what makes this community so special. The strength of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance has always come from partnership — retailers, vendors, reps, and industry leaders working together to build something stronger than any one business alone.”

Along with Retailer and Vendor or the year, the 2026 Outdoor Specialty Awards winners Include:

• Retailer Growth Award — Casual Adventure, Arlington, Va.
• Community Giveback Award — Footsloggers, Boone, N.C.
• Retailer Wow Award (merchandising & store design) — Bill Jackson’s, Pinellas Park, Fla.
• Excellence in Apparel — Patagonia
• Excellence in Footwear — Salewa
• Excellence in Hardgoods & Accessories — Hydrapak

In addition, Grassroots Outdoor Alliance recognized 25 independent sales representatives with the Top 25 Indy Rep Award. It recognizes outstanding representatives from across the country identified by both brands and retail partners as exceptional examples of professionalism, service, partnership, communication and commitment to the specialty channel. They include:

• Michael Kincaid​ – Adventure Labworks
• Alex Cavner​ – Adventure Marketing Group
• Koby Crooks​ – Alpine Cowboy
• Ronnie Jenkins​ – Ascension Sales Group
• Brad Decker​ – Decker & Associates
• Conner Larsen​ – End2End Outdoor
• Patrick Davis​ – Green River Sales
• Heath Rowland​ – Ground Up Sales
• Chris Covey​ – High Plains Outdoor Group
• Sarah Park​ – KNS Reps
• Derek Dimitri​ – Level 8 Sales
• Emily Rach​ – Midwest Outdoor Sales
• Chris Summa​ – Modern Tradition Sales
• Tj Maurer​ – On the Road and Off
• Wes Napier​ – On the Road and Off
• Wendy Stanley​ – Outdoor Sports Marketing
• Dan Miller – Pacific ​Crest Trading
• Bryce Bradley​ – Parallel 45 Sales Group
• Abby Powers​ – Powers Pedersen Sales Group
• Sam Powers​ – Powers Pedersen Sales Group
• Karla Canamaso​ – Roam Sales Agency
• Daniel Miller​ – Specialty Sport Reps
• Kurt Smith​ – Top Gun Sales
• Katherine Corbett​ – Venture Out Inc.
• Bj Brewer​ – Vim Sales Group

In addition, The Conservation Alliance presented a retailer and vendor with a new award for conservation championship. Those awards went to Mountain Sports in Flagstaff, Ariz., and water filtration manufacturer Grayl.

The Spring 2026 Grassroots Connect Show runs from June 7-11.

About Grassroots Outdoor Alliance

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is a retailer-owned network of 100+ independently owned outdoor retailers and vendor partners, working together for the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail. Through data collection and analysis, direct member support, specialty events and deep vendor partnerships, Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is creating both a vision and roadmap for the long-term success of independent specialty retail. Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is recognized as a catalyst for the success of its retailers and vendor partners; an advocate for specialty independent retail; a promoter of education and community within the specialty channel; and a key influencer of the national outdoor industry. Grassroots Outdoor Alliance also operates Connect, a twice-annual legacy show experience that spans four days, offering an efficient and structured format for retailers to conduct pre-season line showings and business conversations.

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HOUSTON (June 9, 2026) – Turtlebox, the maker of rugged, waterproof outdoor speakers, today announces the launch of their newest speaker, Cub. Compact in size but engineered for serious performance, Cub brings the brand’s signature toughness and loud, premium sound into a cube-shaped design.

With Cub, Turtlebox is proving that big sound doesn’t need a big footprint. The new speaker pushes an impressive 118 decibels of sound and is wrapped in a rugged body built for a real beating. The Cub is waterproof, portable, and built to move.

“The Cub is for people who are always ready for adventure and who don’t want to choose between going light and going loud,” said Reagan Fincher, Chief Product Office at Turtlebox. “We built it from the same Texas-tough DNA as everything else in our lineup, just dialed in for every pursuit where space is at a premium. It packs light and hits heavy. Built perfect for the beach, a tailgate or gym floor.”

Born on the bayou in Houston, Turtlebox has built its reputation on making speakers that can take a beating and still deliver premium sound. Turtlebox speakers are right at home whether you’re on the water, at basecamp, or hauling gear into the backcountry. The Cub brings that same promise in a new package that fits right between the current Ranger and Original Gen 3.

The Cub will be available in five colors – White, Tan, Green, Gray, and Orange. Supporting the rugged construction and premium audio is Party Mode, which allows users to sync unlimited Turtlebox speakers together for a full surround sound experience. Party Mode is compatible across the Cub, Ranger, Original Gen 3 and Grande speakers.

Turtlebox Cub Key Specs at a Glance:

• Dimensions: 5.75” L x 7.20” W x 8.60” H
• Weight: 5.3lbs
• Maximum Volume: 118 dB
• Battery Life: 4 hrs 50 mins at max volume
• Features: Waterproof, drop-proof, Party Mode, Bluetooth 5.4
• Available Colors: White, Tan, Green, Grey , Orange
• Price: $330

“Whether you’re loading up the 4×4 or heading out to the flats, the Cub goes where other speakers can’t,” continued Fincher. “It’s small enough to take anywhere, loud enough to make it worthwhile.”

The Turtlebox Cub is available now. For more information, visit www.turtleboxaudio.com.

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About Turtlebox

Turtlebox was born out of necessity after breaking every so-called “loud” speaker on the market during outdoor adventures. Originally built in a garage for personal use, it became clear that nothing else could handle the elements and deliver the volume needed for environments like beaches, boats, and ATVs. Recognizing the demand, Turtlebox set out to create the world’s loudest, most rugged outdoor portable speaker — built to go anywhere and be heard everywhere. For more information, visit TurtleboxAudio.com.

 

Media Contact:

Landry Carrera, Backbone

landry.carrera@backbone.media

 

Longmont, CO, June 6, 2026 — HydraPak, a global leader in high-performance hydration solutions for the run, bike, and outdoor industries, is expanding its commitment to run specialty across global markets through a focused growth strategy centered on major event marketing, best-in-class sales representation, and strategic retail partnerships.

Market indicators continue to show year-over-year growth across the running category, including findings from the latest Running Industry Trends Report published by the Outdoor Industry Association. At its core, HydraPak exists to support athletes by creating products that help them fuel and hydrate throughout training and racing. As the category continues to grow, the brand is increasing its investment in authentic engagement with runners through grassroots events, specialty retail, and partnerships with trusted voices in the sport.

“We see a clear opportunity to lead in run specialty by showing up differently, more authentically, more consistently, and with greater intent,” said Aaron Brown, Vice President of Sales at HydraPak. “We’ve worked closely with athletes to ensure our products perform at the highest level, and now we’re bringing that same focused energy to run specialty. This is about building a brand that runners trust at every touchpoint, from race day to the retail floor.”

A Multi-Pronged Growth Strategy

Major Event Participation & Brand Activation

HydraPak is deepening its investment in community partnerships and premier events worldwide, supporting athletes across competitive and recreational landscapes. Through on-site activations, athlete engagement, and sustainability-focused hydration initiatives, the brand is building meaningful connections with local run clubs including Chiconas Run Chicago, Peace Runners 773, and Pioneers Run Crew. This year’s event partnerships span sponsorship of the Western States Endurance Run, Official Vendor Partner of the Chicago Marathon, Official Sustainability Partner of the 2026 Brighton Marathon Weekend, and a collaboration with Culligan International, the Official Water Solutions Supplier of the 2026 Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris.

Run Specialty Representation Network Expansion

To support accelerated distribution growth, HydraPak has partnered with aventyr Group as its newest sales agency partner to help expand its presence in run specialty from the Midwest to New England. Additionally, the brand is actively recruiting and onboarding experienced independent run specialty sales agencies across key territories including New York, the Mid-Atlantic, Florida, and West Coast regions. These partners will bring strong retail relationships, local market expertise, and the ability to drive immediate impact across both regional and national accounts.

Targeting Influential Retail Partnerships

HydraPak is prioritizing strategic alignment with leading run specialty retailers that help shape consumer preferences and category trends. By delivering a focused product assortment, premium merchandising solutions, and compelling in-store storytelling, the brand aims to maximize retail productivity and strengthen consumer conversion.

“Partnering with brands like HydraPak is exactly why aventyr Group exists,” said Tim Larson, Founder of aventyr Group. “We represent exceptional products that support consumers’ adventures while helping strengthen the connection between brands and retailers throughout the Midwest and Northeast. HydraPak’s foundation of premium hydration products, combined with its strong OEM partnerships and rapid retailer adoption, creates a platform for the company to support athletes, retail partners and major events.”

HydraPak is positioning itself for long-term growth within the global running market. By escalating its presence at every level of the sport, from race-day experiences to retail engagement, the brand aims to become a trusted hydration partner for runners everywhere. For more information on HydraPak, visit www.hydrapak.com or reach out to the media contact, Tim Nooney, tim@darbycommunications.com.

About HydraPak

HydraPak® is the leading original equipment manufacturer of soft flasks, reservoirs, and water storage solutions globally. Founded in Northern California, the company is dedicated to producing flexible and durable hydration products tailored for recreational, athletic, and military use. HydraPak and its proprietary brand, Bottle Bright® cleaning tablets, are category leaders. Over the past 20 years, HydraPak has not only pioneered new product categories, but has also become a trusted partner for hundreds of renowned global brands and athletes. Learn more at hydrapak.com.

DENVER, CO [June 5, 2026] — Japanese label and wander and Altra are back for a fresh collaboration inspired by nature’s textures and tones.

It’s the first time the Experience Wild 3+ has gotten the collab treatment. and wander’s signature graphics and nature-inspired colorways land on a silhouette built for technical terrain, and the result carries just as well off the trail as on it.

“The Experience Wild 3+ was built to perform on the trail, but it has always had the versatility to move beyond it,” says Jennifer McLaren, Global Brand President at Altra. “That’s what made it the right shoe for this collaboration: elevated performance, now paired with elevated style for everyday wear.”

Underfoot, it’s still an Altra: roomy toe box, low drop, all the natural biomechanics Altra was built on, and comes in two unisex colorways: Carbon (echoing weathered stone) and Humus (pulled from forest floor and rust). Completing the collection, two exclusive Trail Gaiters, in Sand Camo and Navy Camo, extend the and wander aesthetic from footwear to full kit.

We wanted to go further this season,” reflects Keita Ikeuchi, designer and co-founder of and wander. “Altra’s Experience Wild 3+ is built for real terrain, and that gave us something honest to design against.”

The Altra × and wander Experience Wild 3+ launches globally today, June 5. The shoe retails for €170 / $185 and is available in men’s and women’s sizing through Altra e-commerce platforms in the US and Europe, the Altra brand store in Japan, and wander’s online store and retail locations in Japan, and select retail partners worldwide. Trail Gaiters will be available alongside the footwear at launch.

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About Altra

Altra isn’t just a shoe. It’s a promise. It all started when we hacked the typical running shoe, challenging industry convention by opening the toe box so your feet could splay naturally. Born from a passion for innovation and natural running, Altra designs footwear in Colorado that helps runners move more naturally. The Altra Fit allows toes to spread for enhanced comfort, balance and strength, so you can Stay Out There™ for more miles and more years. #altrarunning #stayoutthere

About and wander

Launched in 2011 by designers Keita Ikeuchi and Mihoko Mori, and wander fuses high-fashion sensibility with the functionality of outdoor clothing. Made from durable, lightweight, weather-resistant materials in colorways that harmonize with nature, and wander’s collections transition seamlessly between mountain and urban environments. The pleasure of time spent in the mountains has been the brand’s guiding philosophy from day one.

BERKELEY, Calif. (June 4, 2026) – Royal Robbins, the outdoor apparel brand rooted in adventure and the granite walls of Yosemite, launches its Spring 2027 collection at the Grassroots Outdoor Connect tradeshow in Reno, Nev. June 8-11, 2026. The Spring 2027 line is defined by natural performance, versatility and lower-impact design.

Ninety-one percent of Spring 2027 styles meet Royal Robbins highest sustainability standard, requiring a minimum of 75% lower-impact fibers — including preferred cotton, recycled polyester, recycled nylon, hemp, and certified preferred forest materials.

Amplifying protection from sun and mosquitoes

To meet the demands of consumers and retailers, Royal Robbins expands its use of award-winning, chemical-free Mosquito Protection Technology™ with the Spring 2027 launch of hoodies and accessories. MPT works through a tight-weave construction that physically prevents mosquitoes from penetrating the fabric — no chemicals, no biocides, no permethrin. Lab and field testing confirms 92% effectiveness, and unlike chemical mosquito repellents, MPT does not wash or wear away over time.

Salathé expands with the addition of the Salathé Sun Full Zip Hoodie for men and women. This full zip ultralight performance sun hoodie offers UPF40+ sun protection and chemical-free mosquito protection. Built from 100% recycled ultralight polyester ripstop with mechanical stretch, the Full Zip features a close-fitting 3-panel hood sized to fit comfortably over a baseball cap, elasticated cuffs to seal out insects, raglan sleeves and a saddle back yoke for unrestricted movement, and a packable design that stows into its own pocket. A new Salathé Bandana is also launching.  These join the existing Salathé Sun Shirt, in both S/S and L/S, and Salathé Sun Hoodie, completing the most comprehensive sun- and mosquito-protection lineup in the brand’s history.

MPT protection also runs through the Wilder collection, a trail-focused family of pants, shorts, zip-offs, skorts, along with a new Wilder Bucket hat and Wilder Cap.

Natural fibers built for adventure

The iconic Pucker franchise continues to evolve with the launch of the Hemp Pucker S/S for men and women. Blending hemp, TENCEL™ Lyocell and stretch, the new Pucker shirt delivers lightweight breathability, softness and comfort that improves over time. Every Pucker style continues to use wood-based TENCEL™ fibers, which utilize responsibly sourced wood and a process that uses 50% less carbon emissions and water consumption than comparable fibers.

Also new for Spring 2027 is the women’s Camino Pucker Trail top, designed with backpack-friendly shoulder seams and extended coverage for all-day movement.

The adventure-ready Crux Collection expands with the introduction of the Crux Pant and Crux Utility Short for men. Built from rugged BCI Cotton Ripstop stretch canvas, the collection combines abrasion resistance with mobility for climbing and everyday wear. Crux fabrics are finished using E-Flow low-impact wash technology, a nanobubble process that minimizes water use and eliminates discharge.

Spotless versatility grows

Royal Robbins Spotless collection, powered by a bluesign-approved, 86% recycled polyester, 14% elastane fabric, continues to provide travelers, hikers, and adventurers wrinkle resistance, 4-way stretch, moisture wicking, and UPF 40+ sun protection in a single package. For Spring 2027, the collection adds three new styles.

The Spotless Short with Liner brings built-in performance with a gusseted knit liner short, dual zip hand pockets, and a liner phone pocket to keep devices stable on the trail. The Spotless Crop Pant introduces a versatile wide-cropped leg with a sliding hem lock for a customizable silhouette, a hidden mesh phone pocket, and a concealed zip pocket. And, the Spotless Midi Dress debuts as the longest addition to the collection, at 51 inches, featuring front and back V-neck ventilation and the same packable, stain-resistant, wrinkle-free performance the collection is known for.

The broader Spotless lineup continues to offer one of the outdoor apparel market’s most versatile adventure-to-everyday wardrobes.For more information on Royal Robbins, please visit royalrobbins.com.

About Royal Robbins® 

Born in Yosemite, the brand was founded in 1968 by world-renowned climbers and adventurers Royal and Liz Robbins. Royal Robbins is a leading designer, manufacturer, and retailer of versatile, durable, and stylish apparel for the next generation of adventurers. The brand maintains a commitment to environmental and social responsibility by prioritizing natural fibers and maintaining carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Royal Robbins gear can be found in outdoor and specialty retail partners throughout the world. We believe nature and adventure are good for the soul. To learn more, please visit royalrobbins.com.