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August 10, 2021
Amer Sports Names Sporting Goods Industry Executive Franco Fogliato President and CEO of Salomon
HELENSKI – August 10th, 2021 – Amer Sports Corporation (“Amer Sports”) today announced the appointment of outdoor sporting goods and sportswear industry executive, and seasoned global operator Franco Fogliato to the role of President and CEO for Salomon, the global outdoor brand specializing in footwear, apparel and winter sports equipment....
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August 10, 2021
Turnstone Group, Blue Vista Capital to Acquire RV Parks
Turnstone Group, a leading RV park investor in the United States, announced a joint venture today (Aug. 10) with Blue Vista Capital Management, a Chicago-based real estate investment manager, to recapitalize its 8-property RV park portfolio and provide substantial growth capital. The new partnership will pursue up to $200 million...
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August 10, 2021
Alterra Mountain Company Names New President and COO of SVAM
Alterra Mountain Company announced today that Dee Byrne has been named President & COO of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows (SVAM) based in Olympic Valley, California, effective immediately. Dee has worked in the ski industry for over 30 years and has held numerous positions across prominent mountains and brands. Dee joined SVAM in...
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August 10, 2021
Vail Resorts Names New CEO
Vail Resorts, Inc. announced that Kirsten Lynch will be appointed chief executive officer and elected to the Company’s board of directors, effective November 1, 2021. Lynch joined Vail Resorts in 2011 as chief marketing officer and previously held senior leadership positions at PepsiCo and Kraft Foods. SES
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August 10, 2021
Aqualung Group Appoints Kendall Brandau as Director of Go-To-Market, North America
VISTA, Calif. (August 10, 2021) – Aqualung, the leading global designer and manufacturer of dive and water sports gear, today announced it has appointed Kendall Brandau as Director of Go-To-Market, North America. Brandau will play a key role in helping to coordinate the planning, development and execution of go-to-market activities...
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August 10, 2021
Therm-a-Rest® advances sustainability initiatives with expanded line of fast and light sleeping bags for spring 2022
SEATTLE, Wash. (August 10, 2021) — Ever since Therm-a-Rest® introduced the first-ever self-inflating sleeping pad more than 50 years ago, it has been leading technical innovation and design in the camp comfort space with the goal of creating the most comfortable night's sleep under the stars. Spring 2022, the brand...
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August 10, 2021
prAna Announces the Promotion of Christian Castellani to Director of North American Sales
Carlsbad, CA – August 10, 2021 – prAna, creator of Clothing for Positive Change and a leader in sustainable outdoor fashion, is pleased to announce the promotion of Christian Castellani to North America Sales Director. Castellani will be responsible for managing the efforts of prAna’s twelve independent sales agencies in the North...
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August 10, 2021
Lightning eMotors, Forest River Reach Multi-year Agreement on Clean Buses
Lightning eMotors, a provider of specialty commercial electric vehicles for fleets, and RV manufacturer Forest River, entered into a strategic partnership agreement to deploy up to 7,500 zero-emission shuttle buses. RV-PRO
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August 10, 2021
Küat, a Pioneer of Rack Innovation, Releases the All-New Piston™
August 10, 2021 (Springfield, MO)– Küat continues to establish itself as the leader in rack innovation and development with the release of the all-new Piston™ Pro X, hitch-mounted bike rack. The new rack boasts taillights, Genuine Kashima Coat, OneTap™ hydro-pneumatic tire arms, and numerous other features. A main objective of...
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August 10, 2021
Alberta has sold more than 40,000 passes for camping on public land since June
But some wonder if the pass has achieved its intended benefits. CBC More than 40,000 passes have been sold for camping on public land since the province implemented the fee in June — but some observers say people are skirting the pass.
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August 10, 2021
MSR Updates its Best-Selling Tent Model, the Hubba Hubba for Spring 2022 and Introduces the LowDown Remote Stove Adapter
SEATTLE, Wash. (August 10, 2021) — Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the high-performance outdoor equipment that’s part of the parent company Cascade Designs, is excited to announce updates to its award-winning Hubba series for spring 2022. The best-selling and award winning Hubba Hubba is known for its fast and easy...
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August 10, 2021
Two new directors join the Thor Industries board
One of the world’s biggest RV companies Thor Industries has announced that Christina Hennington and Laurel Hurd has joined its board of directors. Camping Trade World
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August 10, 2021
Hot Bento-New Product Category
Batteries are changing industries and Hot Bento is leading the charge into Food & Beverage. Patented technology allows a hot meal in 10 minutes-anywhere. Catering to American meal trends of Healthy Food, Speed/Convenience and Food security, Hot Bento offers new options for Active Consumers. As Nick Sexton, VP notes, “Hot...
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August 9, 2021
RovR Names Industry Veteran Chris Sword CEO
(BOULDER, CO) - Industry innovators RovR announced outdoor industry veteran Chris Sword will be joining the company as its new Chief Executive Officer, placing an experienced and accomplished leader in charge of expanding the company’s presence. Founded in 2016, RovR Products is a successful and ambitious lifestyle brand that crafts...
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August 9, 2021
The biggest mistakes beginners make when traveling in an RV, according to a couple who drove to all 50 states in one
Many newbies to RV life don't do enough research before they buy their new home. Business Insider
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August 9, 2021
Snow Peak Begins Development on an Innovative Campground and Gathering Site
PORTLAND, Ore. (August 9, 2021) – Snow Peak, the Japanese outdoor lifestyle brand, is embarking on its next adventure cultivating restorative experiences in nature, as it starts development on its Campfield in Long Beach, Washington. The Long Beach Campfield is a 25 acre campground and community gathering center with the...
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August 9, 2021
Dick’s Sporting Goods Gambled on a New Experiential Retail Concept and It’s Already Paying Off
Its first House of Sport outpost featuring 17,000-square-foot turf field and running track, a rock-climbing wall, a batting cage, golf hitting bays and a putting green is reporting weekly visits are 93.5% higher than at three nearby Dick’s locations. Additionally, the median visit duration there was 13.3% longer than the...
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August 9, 2021
Outdoor Research Bases Spring 2022 Collection on 5 Values: Community, Collaboration, Innovation, Passion, Curiosity
With its new Spring 2022 line, Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based leader in outdoor apparel and gear, releases a collection of products directly tied to core company values — community, collaboration, innovation, passion and curiosity. The new collection yields an exceptionally groundbreaking and thoughtful program, highlighting the results of working thoughtfully...
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August 9, 2021
ROKA Releases the New Ventilated Matador Air with Stellar Visibility
Aug. 9, 2021 (Austin, TX )– ROKA Sports, Inc., the Austin, Texas-based performance design company, releases the Matador Air today - a more ventilated, lighter weight version of the best-selling, full-frame Matador with improved visibility. The new Matador Air evolved on the trails and roads of ROKA’s headquarters to meet the...
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August 9, 2021
Wild Rye Celebrates 5th Anniversary, Grows Team and Reflects on Brand Evolution
SUN VALLEY, Idaho (August 9, 2021) - Wild Rye launched five years ago to provide women outdoor and mountain bike clothing that was both technical and contemporary. Today Wild Rye is the brand of choice for women-identifying outdoor lovers—from beginners to pros to après enthusiasts—regardless of age, background, size or...
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August 9, 2021
GCI Outdoor Showcases New Rocker Technology and More at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
HIGGANUM, Conn. (August 9, 2021) - GCI Outdoor, creators of portable, durable and comfortable outdoor recreation furniture, is excited to introduce its latest rocking technology for the spring 2022 season. The new ComPack Rocker will feature GCI Outdoor’s all-new Torsion Rocking Technology™ which utilizes a cylindrical design for lightweight rocking....
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August 9, 2021
UCO Stays Lit with New Lighter/Flashlight Hybrid and Group-Sized Portable Grill & Firepit
Seattle, WA - August 9, 2021 - UCO has been making quality camp lighting products for 50 years. Ever since the introduction of their legendary Original Candle Lantern, which is still in-line today, they have continued to offer quality products in the categories of fire starting, LED lanterns, headlamps, portable...
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August 9, 2021
Morakniv Introduces Survival Kit Accessory for Garberg and Kansbol Knives
Seattle, WA - August 9, 2021 - Morakniv®, creator of quality Swedish knives since 1891, is proud to debut their latest accessory, made for two of their most popular knives. The all-new Survival Kit, featuring a fire striking rod and a diamond sharpener strip, is designed to pair with the...
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August 8, 2021
I spent 2 months renovating my van for $12,500. Here are 10 of my biggest regrets so far
When 2020 hit with all of its uncertainties, Abigail Robertson knew there was no better time to start van life. She was working remotely, so she spent two months and $12,500 turning a 2012 Ford Transit Connect into a “micro-cabin on wheels.” Read on for her biggest regrets from the renovation...
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August 8, 2021
Garmin Adds New ‘Adventure Race’ Activity Profile: An Explainer
While scanning through the list of beta firmware updates posted this week, a new ‘Adventure Race’ activity profile designed for races that prohibit GPS navigation during the race. This means that some races require competitors to do their own orienteering, old-school style with maps and compass, rather than depend on...