March 9, 2026

Outdoors Boom No More? Industry Now Lags Behind US Economy Overall

The outdoor recreation industry contributed $696.7 billion to U.S. GDP in 2024 (unadjusted for inflation), marking a 2.7% growth from 2023 but lagging slightly behind the overall U.S. economy's 2.8% expansion. This slowdown ends the post-pandemic surge, with travel and tourism driving nearly half the output at $315 billion, while...

March 9, 2026

Salomon Welcomes Grayson Murphy to International Team

Ogden, UT (March 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Salomon, the global leader in mountain sports innovation, is proud to announce the signing of trail-running athlete Grayson Murphy to its International Team on a multi-year agreement. One of the most versatile and accomplished athletes in the sport, Murphy’s range across mountain,...

March 9, 2026

Farm to Feet Launches Damascus No Fly Zone® Sock with Built-In Insect Protection

Mount Airy, NC – March 9, 2026 /OUTDROOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Farm to Feet, the American manufacturer of premium merino wool performance socks, is proud to introduce the Damascus No Fly Zone®, a new addition to the American Trail collection designed to provide wearers with an added layer of prevention against...

March 9, 2026

Salomon North America Appoints Laura Stauth as SVP of Sales, and Accelerates Strategic Growth With Robust Commercial Team

OGDEN, Utah (March 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Salomon North America today announced the appointment of Laura Stauth as Senior Vice President of Sales, effective March 9, 2026. Stauth joins the brand from VF Corp-owned Vans, where she most recently served as Vice President of Sales, leading the Americas Wholesale...

March 9, 2026

Feast on “Fish Fry Fridays” this March on GAME & FISH TV – The Ultimate Destination for Outdoor Adventure

DENVER (March 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Feed your passion for bass-fishing action on “Fish Fry Fridays” on GAME & FISH TV, a dynamic new FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) channel powered by Outdoor Sportsman Group. Every Friday in March, don’t miss prime time airings of Ultimate Match Fishing, JT...

March 6, 2026

Polartec and Big Agnes Launch Ultralight Sleeping Bag Liner with Alpha™ Next-to-Skin Insulation

Planet Earth, The Universe (March 6th, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Polartec, a Milliken & Company brand and the premium creator of innovative and sustainable textile solutions, partners with Big Agnes, the Steamboat Springs, CO-based outdoor equipment pioneer, to launch the Alpha Direct Fleece Sleeping Bag Liner. The result is an...

March 6, 2026

The Trump Administration Took Down National Park Signs. Now 17 Senators Want Answers.

More than a dozen U.S. senators are calling on the Department of the Interior (DOI) to explain why the Trump administration ordered the National Park Service (NPS) to remove multiple historical signs across American national park sites. On February 24, 17 senators sent a letter to the Secretary of the Interior,...

March 6, 2026

Historic Snow Drought Impacts Black Diamond Q4 Sales

Clarus Corporation, the owner of Black Diamond, Rhino Rack, and other brands, reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results Thursday, detailing several market challenges within its Outdoor and Adventure segment.   The company also highlighted some bright spots as the company continues to transform the Black Diamond brand.  The Outdoor segment, driven by Black Diamond, recorded a Q4 revenue decline...

March 6, 2026

Royal Robbins spotlights natural fibers, Yosemite heritage in its Fall 2026 collection

SAN FRANCISCO (March 6, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - This fall, Royal Robbins returns to its Yosemite roots with a collection celebrating craftsmanship, natural performance, and timeless style. The Fall 2026 line offers versatility and performance while paying homage to the adventurous spirit of the brand’s founders, Liz and Royal Robbins....

March 6, 2026

Kingbull Hunter 2.0S Launches With 80-Mile Range Fat-Tire Electric Bike, Spring Promotion Starts at $899

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Kingbull has officially launched the Hunter 2.0S, an upgraded version of its Hunter series that delivers significant improvements in battery capacity and range. Built on the original Hunter platform, the new model maintains its versatility for both mixed-terrain riding and everyday commuting, while also introducing key enhancements....