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January 8, 2026
VALLON announces plastic cleanup partnership with CleanHub
Amsterdam (January 8, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - VALLON, the outdoor eyewear brand, has announced a new partnership with CleanHub to continue its plastic cleanup commitment - pledging 1 kilogram of plastic waste is collected and recycled for every pair of eyewear sold. Rooted in their connection to the outdoors, the...
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January 8, 2026
Outdoor Research Introduces New Athlete Glove Team
Seattle, WA (January 8, 2025) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based outdoor brand known for its field-tested gear and apparel, announces its Athlete Glove Team—a collective of elite ski and snowboard athletes who trust OR gloves and mitts across competition, filming, freeride, and backcountry environments. Their consistent use throughout...
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January 8, 2026
Helen of Troy Reports Sales Decline in Home and Outdoor Sector
Helen of Troy cited continued competition, lower replenishment orders from retailers due to softer demand, and a decrease in club channel sales in insulated beverageware after reporting a 6.7% dip in net sales in the third quarter ended Nov. 30 within its home and outdoor segment, which includes brands Hydro Flask...
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January 8, 2026
Scientists find exercise rivals therapy for depression
A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared with antidepressants, exercise showed similar benefits, though the evidence was less certain. Researchers found that light to moderate activity over multiple sessions worked best, with few side effects. While it’s not a...
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January 8, 2026
RVDA Offers Digital and Print Marketing Opportunities to Reach Top RV Dealers
Fairfax, VA (January 8, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has released its 2026 media kit and editorial calendar for industry partners who are interested in learning more about the association’s digital marketing and advertising opportunities. The kit, which is available here, contains valuable information on the...
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January 7, 2026
Halfpipe gold medalist Aaron Blunck renews partnership with Mainers while vying for fourth Olympic run in Cortina
Portland, Maine /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Mainers, the Maine-based maker of premium cold-weather gloves and mitts, is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with three-time U.S. Olympic halfpipe star Aaron Blunck, reaffirming his commitment to elite performance and rugged, dependable gear as he competes through the final qualifying events...
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January 7, 2026
CES 2026: FDA eases rules for wearables that avoid medical claims
Fitness trackers, sleep monitors and AI health tools just got a clearer runway in the US. The FDA has introduced new guidance that officially keeps most wellness wearables out of medical device regulation, as long as they steer clear of clinical claims. The announcement came on January 6 during a keynote by FDA Commissioner...
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January 7, 2026
Zion National Park To Restrict Large Vehicles This Summer
On an average day in Zion National Park, a backlog of cars snake up a windy road that connects the park’s east and southwest sides. Large tour buses and some RVs can’t fit in one lane on the old, narrow and steep Zion-Mount Carmel Highway, disrupting the flow of traffic...
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January 7, 2026
Woman ‘Skysurfs’ Above Mount Everest to Break World Record
Most Everest-related records are achieved at its peak, but the latest record-breaking feat took place high above the Himalayan mountain. That’s where Belarusian athlete Olga Naumova recently smashed the record for highest skysurfing jump. THE Inertia
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January 7, 2026
Waterproof Sneaker Brand Vessi Opens First US Store
Canadian waterproof sneaker brand Vessi has planted its flag in the U.S. with its first store. On Wednesday, the Vancouver-based company opened the doors to its new location at Bellevue Square in The Bellevue Collection shopping center, just outside of Seattle, marking a major milestone in its expansion into physical retail....
