April 23, 2026

Mount Everest Summit Route Blocked by Immovable Slab of Ice

The route up Mount Everest from the Base Camp in Nepal is blocked by a massive block of ice. It’s bad timing for would-be climbers, because peak climbing season at the world’s most famous mountain is just beginning. “This is not something you can fix or move,” said Himal Gautam, spokesperson for the...

April 23, 2026

Hydro Flask Tops Plan and Osprey Posts Solid Growth in Fiscal Fourth Quarter

Helen of Troy, Ltd.’s Home & Outdoor segment saw a modest decline in the fiscal fourth quarter ended February 28, but company management on an analyst call said Hydro Flask topped expectations with strong response to new launches and Osprey’s sales grew despite a challenging backpack category. OXO, Helen of...

April 23, 2026

Vail Resorts: Skier Visits Decline 14.9% Due to Record Warmth, Low Snowfall

Vail Resorts’ North American properties had 14.9% fewer skier visits this winter because of record warm weather and low snowfall. According to a news release, this winter: Total skier visits decreased 14.9% compared to 2025. Total lift revenue, including an allocated portion of season pass revenue for each applicable period, declined...

April 23, 2026

Rossignol Group announces growth driven by year-round mountain strategy

Park City, UT (April 23, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Rossignol Group confirms the continued transformation of its business model following a season marked by strong financial performance and global athletic success. The Group reported revenue of €346 million (€358 million at constant exchange rates), representing +4.3% growth on a like-for-like...

April 23, 2026

BOA Technology Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation in Precision Fit

DENVER, COLORADO (April 23, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - BOA® Technology, creators of the BOA® Fit System, marks its 25th anniversary this year—celebrating a milestone built on innovation, collaboration, and performance. The journey began in 2001, when founder Gary Hammerslag set out to rethink how snowboard boots should operate, fit, and...

April 23, 2026

Pro Motocross Championship Welcomes Multi-Year Partnership from 5.11®

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (April 23, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., in association with the SMX League, has announced that 5.11®, the global leader in Purpose-Built Gear, will expand its new partnership with the Monster Energy SMX World Championship Series with multi-year support of the Pro Motocross Championship,...

April 23, 2026

Peak Performance Introduces the Ridge HIPE ACE® 3L Hiking Jacket

April 23, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ -  Born four decades ago in the heart of the Swedish Mountains, Peak Performance is the authority on outdoor adventure clothing, combining technical excellence with disruptive design. For Spring/Summer ‘26, the Swedish brand introduces the Ridge HIPE ACE® 3L Hiking Jacket, a lightweight and waterproof...

April 23, 2026

Osprey and Hydro Flask Parent’s Home & Outdoor Segment Sales Slide in Fiscal Q4

Helen of Troy, Ltd. reported sales in its Home & Outdoor segment, which includes Hydro Flask, Osprey and Oxo, declined 1.5 percent in the fiscal fourth quarter ended February 28, to $216.5 million. The decrease was primarily driven by: continued competition, softer consumer demand, lower replenishment orders, and the unfavorable...

April 23, 2026

Cotopaxi Sets Industry Benchmark in Circular Design and Social Impact with 2025 Impact Report

Salt Lake City, UT (April 23, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Cotopaxi has released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting a year of accelerated progress in circular design, material innovation, responsible manufacturing, robust philanthropy and social impact. The report underscores how the brand is scaling sustainability across its entire product portfolio, moving...

April 23, 2026

Batch Bicycles Introduces Full New Range of 2026 Bikes

  DAYTON, Ohio - April 23, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Batch Bicycles (https://www.batchbicycles.com), a United Wheels brand focused on Real Bikes for Real People and maker of thoughtfully designed bikes for kids, adults, commuters, and casual riders, today announced the launch of its all-new 2026 collection. Batch was founded in...