February 3, 2023

How Much Does It Actually Cost to Ski?

The rising cost of skiing has been linked to consolidation within the ski industry, and to the rise of mega-passes. This magazine has written about this shifting financial landscape, with some writers arguing that the multi-resort passes throw “a lifeline” to 20+-day-a-year skiers. But that also means that the cost of...

February 2, 2023

Atomic Releases Climate Impact Statement and Announces Global Partnership with Protect Our Winters

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Ski equipment manufacturer Atomic has released its first annual climate impact statement and announced a global partnership with Protect Our Winters (POW) for 2023. The report details the company’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact through the transformation of its value chain and the development of a...

February 2, 2023

Kitsbow Recognized For Visionary Leadership in Sustainability by the North Carolina Business Council

Old Fort, N.C. (Feb. 2, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Kitsbow Cycling Apparel was recognized for Visionary Leadership in Sustainability by the North Carolina Business Council as part of their Sixth Annual awards ceremony in Raleigh, N.C. on January 26, 2023. Numerous businesses leading the way in sustainable practices, technologies, and...

February 2, 2023

Vista Outdoor Board Pushes CEO Metz To Resign

Vista Outdoor, Inc. announced that Chris Metz has agreed to resign as CEO and director at the request of the Vista Outdoor Board “based on the Board’s loss of confidence in his leadership for reasons not involving financial reporting or internal controls.” Gary McArthur, a member of Vista’s Board of Directors member, has...

February 2, 2023

New Horizons RV to Start Offering FlexArmor Roofing Service

New Horizons RV in Junction City, Kan., will soon be offering a new service called FlexArmor Roofing. Known as the Original Sprayed RV Roof, FlexArmor Roofing combines spray polyurea technology with RV construction to create a seamless sprayed RV roof. RV Business

February 2, 2023

Royal Robbins Announces Key Goals and Lower Impact Practices in a Look Toward Furthering Brand Sustainability

SAN FRANCISCO (Feb. 2, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Since its inception in 1968, outdoor lifestyle apparel brand Royal Robbins has committed to honoring and protecting the environment. As a leader in eco-conscious outdoor apparel, Royal Robbins announces lower-impact practices for Spring 2023 that support the brand’s overall climate goals for...

February 2, 2023

Bontrager Outdoors Acquires Braxton Creek RV

Bristol, Indiana-based Bontrager Outdoors has acquired Shipshewana, Indiana-­based Braxton Creek RV. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Jason Bontrager said Braxton Creek and Skinny Guy will continue to operate under each name independently. RV Pro

February 2, 2023

SHEMP® is making sustainability stylish with the release of their beanies and socks this winter.

February 2, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The SHEMP Yarn Co. (https://shempyarn.com) is introducing beanies and socks to their collection. Using the superpowers of wool and hemp, SHEMP® has created beautiful items that help save water, reduce greenhouse emissions, and prevent textile waste! As the only wool and hemp yarn on the...

February 2, 2023

National Park Trust and USDA Forest Service Announce the 2023 Every Kid Outdoors Small Grants Program Awardees

Washington, DC (February 2, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The National Park Trust is pleased to announce the 2023 grantees of the Every Kid Outdoors Small Grants Program. In partnership with the USDA Forest Service, the National Park Trust developed the Every Kid Outdoors grant to support schools and organizations focused on...

February 1, 2023

Pale Blue Earth Partners with Park City-Based Recycle Utah and Recyclops to Improve Access to Single-Use Battery Recycling

Park City, UTAH (February 1, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Pale Blue Earth, the Park City-based startup creating sustainable, rechargeable alternatives to disposable alkaline batteries, is partnering with multiple local organizations to celebrate National Battery Day on February 18. Beginning February 1, Paleblue, Recycle Utah and Recyclops are sponsoring used disposable battery collection sites...

February 1, 2023

nuCamp’s Barefoot Officially Rolls Out to North American Market

In 2019, nuCamp announced a partnership with the British-based Barefoot Caravans. This agreement granted nuCamp exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the Barefoot in North America. At the beginning of 2020 the company began the work to “Americanize” the UK version, a process that took two years due to COVID...

February 1, 2023

REI Trims 8% of Headquarters Staff

REI Co-op laid off about 8% of its headquarters staff in a move President and CEO Eric Artz said addresses “increasing uncertainty.” The cuts total 167 employees, which make up less than 1% of the overall company headcount. The Daily Outdoor Retailer

February 1, 2023

Bish’s RV Acquires Stewart’s RV in American Fork, Utah

Bish’s RV has acquired Stewart’s RV in American Fork, Utah, according to an announcement by Performance Brokerage Services, which advised on the transaction. RV Business

January 31, 2023

HEIMPLANET Relaunches in North America

HAMBURG, DE (January 31, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - HEIMPLANET, the modern outdoor brand developing inflatable tents and functional products with innovative design, is relaunching in North America, partnering with several reputable partners to serve specialty outdoor retailers and expand distribution. The HEIMPLANET expansion includes partnerships with Method Outdoor Collective for...

January 31, 2023

Gregory Mountain Products unveils fall 2023 collection with innovative travel duffels and a resort-specific ski pack

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (Jan. 31, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Gregory Mountain Products, a longtime leader in backpacks and active travel gear, redesigns its duffel collections and launches two new ski packs in fall 2023. The updated Alpaca and Supply Duffels offer rugged new travel features and a revised design...

January 31, 2023

Delaine & Co. to outfit Dartmouth alpine and Nordic ski teams for 22/23 season

BEDFORD, NH /OUTDOORS SPORTSWIRE/ - Delaine & Co., maker of premium merino ski sweaters, domestically manufactured and sourced, has partnered with the Dartmouth ski team and will be providing the team’s official ski sweaters for the winter racing season. The Dartmouth Racer sweater is modeled after Delaine’s popular Downhill Racer...

January 31, 2023

Venture RV Partners with Xtreme Outdoors

Venture Recreational Vehicles, a division of KZ RVs, has a new partnership with Xtreme Outdoors Boat & RV. Venture RV models will now be available at Xtreme Outdoors Boat & RV’s location in Checotah, Oklahoma. RV-Pro

January 31, 2023

How Much Do Professional Mountain Bikers Get Paid? – Pinkbike’s State of the Sport Survey

In some major sports such as soccer, Formula One, or even road cycling, athletes' salaries are common knowledge and published annually. In mountain biking, athletes’ salaries are often shrouded in mystery. How much a rider gets paid can be an elusive number that is hard to decipher as a ‘salary’...

January 31, 2023

Harvest Hosts Launches CampersCard, A Program Providing Free Marketing for Campgrounds and Perks for Campers

VAIL, Colo., Jan. 31, 2023  -- Harvest Hosts, a membership program that gives RVers access to unique RV camping options, is announcing the debut of its latest offering – CampersCard. This new campground discounts and benefits program will support campgrounds and RVers as they look for great stays across North America, while unlocking...

January 31, 2023

Bowlus Expands Product Lineup for 2023 With Heritage™ Edition Luxury RV

OXNARD, Calif., Jan. 31, 2023 --  Bowlus, the world leader in performance luxury recreation vehicles, today announced the introduction of a new model, the Heritage Edition. The Heritage will be Bowlus' most accessible offering and will feature a unique mill finish exterior, a custom Granite Ridge interior, and the recognizable electric off-grid...

January 31, 2023

Ugandan activist’s family awarded $10.5M for Arches National Park death

The United States will pay family members of a Ugandan human rights activist killed in an accident at Arches National Park more than $10 million in damages, a federal judge ruled Monday. Colorado Sun

January 31, 2023

Aleck Preps for Growth with Multiple Key New Hires

Park City, UT (Jan. 31, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Aleck®, the makers of the Aleck 006, the industry’s best-selling wireless helmet audio and communication system, announced today the company has made key new hires in preparation for upcoming growth in the adventure sports market. The company’s newest team members include Simon...

January 31, 2023

MLB All-Star and Boston Red Sox Player Justin Turner Becomes a Vested Partner in Kaenon Sunglasses

Irvine, Calif (January 31, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Southern California's Kaenon sunglasses is happy to announce MLB All-Star third baseman, Justin Turner, has joined Kaenon in the unique dual role of vested partner and athlete ambassador. Turner has been seen wearing Kaenon for years, going back to his early days with the Dodgers,...

January 31, 2023

Winnebago and Adventure Wagon Join Forces to Create Limited Edition Run of Versatile Adventure-Ready Vans

FOREST CITY, IA and PORTLAND, OR - (January 31, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, and Adventure Wagon, the premier builder of modular camper vans, announce today their collaboration on a limited edition van that combines the renowned craftsmanship and innovation of both companies...

January 31, 2023

GU Energy Labs announces new “do good” dimension for elite athlete roster

Berkeley, Calif. (January 31, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – GU Energy Labs is excited to officially announce a new dimension to its elite athlete team for 2023. In order to more closely align its sponsored athletes with its company vision to “Do well to do good,” GU is investing in and spotlighting athletes...