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September 5, 2023
Money Pit on Wheels? Is this the Real Price of the RV Lifestyle?
Before you jump headfirst into the adventure, it's important to understand the real cost of living life on the road. Let's take a closer look at the potential money pit that is the RV lifestyle. RV Lifestyle
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September 5, 2023
Life Time Unveils Company’s First Ground-Up Pickleball Club in Chanhassen, Minnesota
As pickleball continues its explosive growth trajectory, Life Time announced the groundbreaking of Life Time Pickleball Chanhassen, the Company's first ground-up pickleball location in the country. Life Time Chanhassen Pickleball is expected to be completed in early 2024. The 25,000-square-foot building, adjacent to the Life Time Chanhassen, Minn. athletic country club, will feature...
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September 5, 2023
Arc’teryx Looks to Block Registration of adidas’ TERREX Trademark
A Canadian trademark scuffle that pits two big names in the apparel/accessories space against one another seems to be making its way into the United States. On the heels of Arc’teryx-owner Amer Sports Canada Inc. filing a trademark lawsuit against adidas’ Canadian subsidiary early this year over the German sportswear...
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September 5, 2023
Lazydays Welcomes Two New Board Members
Lazydays said that Erika Serow will resign from the LAZY Board of Directors for personal reasons effective Sept. 30. Concurrently, Suzanne Tager and Susan Scarola have been appointed to its board of directors effective Sept. 30. RV Pro
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September 5, 2023
Vista Outdoor makes public filing to spinoff Outdoor Products brands
Vista Outdoor made a public filing with the Security and Exchange Commission Tuesday, revealing details of its plan to spinoff its outdoor sports brands into a new company separate from its ammunition business. The company said it expects to complete the spin-off in the fourth quarter of this calendar year....
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September 5, 2023
Blue Water Expands Portfolio with Badlands Interior Motel & Campground
Blue Water Development, a leading name in the hospitality industry, is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its portfolio, the Badlands Interior Motel & Campground. After the recent addition of Badlands / White River KOA Holiday, this expansion firmly solidifies the company's presence in the region, with both properties...
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September 5, 2023
Brunswick Enters Electric-Foiling Surfboard Market with Acquisition
Brunswick Corporation acquired Fliteboard to enhance its electrification and shared-access strategies. Fliteboard, which combines hydrofoils and electric propulsion on the water, allows Brunswick to enter the electric-foiling surfboard market and presents the opportunity for technological, manufacturing, commercial, and consumer synergies with its existing portfolio. SGB Media
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September 4, 2023
Caravan Salon 2023 hailed as ‘inspiring’ by organisers
More than 750 exhibitors from 37 countries showed their innovations and current models in 16 exhibition halls as well as the outdoor area. On more than 250,000 square meters, leisure vehicles of all sizes and price ranges, mobile homes, awnings and roof tents were on display. Accessories, technical equipment and...
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September 1, 2023
Authentic Brands’ Purchase of Boardriders Officially Closes
Boardriders’ sale to Authentic Brands Group officially closed Friday in a deal that shifts ownership of some of the industry’s largest core surf and skate brands to a new parent. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. However, a report from Moody’s earlier this year pegged the purchase price...
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September 1, 2023
RVIA Sees About 297,100 Shipments in ’23, 369,700 in ’24
RV wholesale shipments are projected to rise above 350,000 units in 2024, according to the Fall 2023 issue of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The new forecast projects 2024 RV shipments to range between 363,700 and 375,700 units with a...
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September 1, 2023
RV PRO Parent Company Acquires Graphics Publication
Cahaba Media Group, the parent company of RV PRO, announced today the acquisition of Graphics Pro and Graphics Pro Expo from National Business Media (NBM). Graphics Pro combines awards and personalization, apparel decorating and sign and digital graphics into one source for the graphics industry and professionals. Graphics Pro Expo hosts events for...
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August 31, 2023
A ‘World-Class Gym on Wheels:’ Randy Hetrick Has Big Plans for OutFit Training
TRX founder Randy Hetrick, a former Navy SEAL who started TRX from his garage and turned it into a functional equipment giant, has begun franchising his next big fitness business idea: outdoor workouts enabled by modern tech. Athletechnews
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August 31, 2023
Fleetwood Family of Brands Emphasizes Innovation & Amenities With 2024 Lineup
Model year 2024 American Coach®, Fleetwood RV® and Holiday Rambler® coaches are now available. RVers will find what they’ve come to expect from the Fleetwood Family of Brands over the years – expert design, engineered quality, and a number of innovative new features focused on luxury, family and adventure. BusinessWire
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August 31, 2023
Venture RV Unveils First Fifth Wheel Fleetwood Family of Brands Emphasizes Innovation & Amenities With 2024 Lineup
Venture RV, a division of KZ Recreational Vehicles, has launched its first-ever fifth wheel. A standout feature is the pass-through storage, providing a large pass-through with more than 185 cubic feet of storage space. The SportTrek Touring Edition fifth wheel also features an opulent bedrom with a king-size bed, large...
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August 31, 2023
‘AI Backpack’: Microsoft Gear Patent Isn’t Creepy at All
According to a patent just approved by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, this “smart” backpack will include a camera, microphone, speaker, network interface, processor, and digital storage. First reported by MS Power User, the backpack can identify objects in the environment, respond to the wearer’s questions, and interact with...
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August 30, 2023
Microsoft files new AI-powered smart backpack patent. It can hear you and see what you see
Microsoft seems to be working on a brand-new AI-supported Microsoft smart backpack. This new Microsoft smart backpack does wonders. Powered by artificial intelligence, it can identify objects in the environment, perform contextual tasks, access information from the cloud, and interact with other devices. The backpack includes a camera, microphone, speaker,...
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August 30, 2023
MasterCraft Boat Holdings Sees Worsening Boat Trends in Fiscal Q4
MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. reported consolidated net sales of $166.6 million for the fiscal fourth quarter ended June 30, down 15.5 percent from the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022. The company said the net sales decrease reflected decreased sales volumes, less favorable model mix and increased dealer incentives, partially offset...
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August 29, 2023
Hipcamp Partners With Campflare To Help Campers Snag Reservations at Sold-Out Public Campgrounds
Hipcamp, the leading international campsite booking platform, today announced the launch of Hipcamp Alerts, a new service that continuously scans America’s most popular sold-out national and state park campsites and instantly notifies users of openings via push notifications and email. Hipcamp Alerts, available via an API integration with Campflare, are...
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August 29, 2023
Cummins’ Distribution President Leaving the Company
Cummins announced that Tracy Embree, a company vice president and president of the Distribution Business, is leaving Cummins in early September to pursue an external opportunity. Tracy served in a variety of leadership roles during her distinguished 23-year career at Cummins, the company said. RV Pro
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August 29, 2023
Winnebago’s All-New “Access” Travel Trailer Makes it Easier and More Affordable to Enjoy the Outdoors
Winnebago®, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, Inc., announced today its first conventional-class travel trailer, the Access. Like other Winnebago brand travel trailers, the Access features thoughtfully designed floor plans, clean and contemporary European styling, and ample storage, reflective of Winnebago’s legendary commitment to quality and...
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August 29, 2023
Merrell’s ‘Scrap’ Collection Gives Leftover Materials a Second Act
Merrell has released a new capsule collection utilizing leftover scrap materials as part of its push to become more sustainable. Aptly named the Scrap collection, the limited run capsule features three of the outdoor brand’s signature shoe styles – the Jungle Moc, Moab 3, and Moab Speed models – each partially made...
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August 27, 2023
Ultra Runner Smashes Pacific Crest Trail FKT Record by 5-Days
Belgian ultrarunner Karel Sabbe jogged into the record books on Saturday, completing the Pacific Crest Trail in an unofficial 46 days, 12 hours, and 50 minutes, according to his GPS tracking data. His extraordinary effort breaks the previous record by five days and four hours and reclaims his title. Snow Brains
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August 26, 2023
See RV crash test into wall at 40 mph. It’s scary!
In the United States, people don’t crash test RVs to determine their safety, to learn how they can be improved. One reason is that RV manufacturers do not want to show consumers how badly their products fare in a serious accident. It also costs a lot of money. But in...
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August 25, 2023
A First Look at the Brand New Eddie Bauer RVs
In a one-of-its-kind collaboration, Camping World has partnered with iconic American outdoor brand Eddie Bauer to release a new line of RVs with some of the most respected, well-known RV-makers in the industry. This spring, our team was on set outside of Seattle, Washington to spotlight three models in the...
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August 24, 2023
The Price to Climb Mt. Everest Is Going to Skyrocket in 2025
If you want to summit Everest, you’re going to have to shell out a bit more cash to do it. According to reports, the government of Nepal plans to increase Everest permit fees by a whopping 34 percent, which will raise the current price of $11,000 up to $15,000 per...