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June 22, 2021
FORLOH Bags Pure Hunting Sponsorship for 2021
WHITEFISH, Mont. (June 22, 2021) — FORLOH, the first and only brand to manufacture high-end technical hunting apparel that is 100 percent made in America, announces the sponsorship of Pure Hunting, the popular hunting show on Sportsman Channel airing its 10th season beginning Monday, June 28th at 9pm EST. The...
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June 22, 2021
Outdoor Foundation 2021 Outdoor Participation Trends Report Shows Record Participation Rates and Long-Term Challenges
BOULDER, Colo. (June 22, 2021) —Outdoor Foundation today released exclusive insights about Americans’ engagement in outdoor activities in 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As detailed throughout the report, COVID-19 inspired huge participation growth, as outdoor spaces became places of refuge to safely socialize, improve physical and mental health, connect with...
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June 22, 2021
Current USTR Tariffs give Chinese manufacturers a competitive advantage over USA Supplier and Manufacturers, crippling US goods and growth recovery
Mason, OH, June 22, 2021 — Downlite Outdoor, a division of Downlite, a market leader in down and feather processing and a supplier of responsibly sourced performance fills unduly burdened by current round of Tariffs. USTR Tariffs give Chinese manufacturers a competitive advantage over American manufacturers. Small businesses across America...
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June 22, 2021
AAA: 48M Americans Plan Independence Day Getaway
More than 47.7 million Americans will take to the nation’s roadways and skies this Independence Day (July 1–5), as travel volumes are expected to nearly fully recover to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this will be the second-highest Independence Day travel volume on record, trailing only 2019. Overall, just 2.5% fewer...
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June 21, 2021
Startup PedalCell launches patented technology that charges devices from bicycle motion
Chicago, Illinois (June 22nd, 2021) Startup PedalCell, based in Chicago, IL, is rushing to create more inventory after a spring demand surge. Founded by three engineer cyclists, their patented USB device charger generates power from a cyclist's motion and started shipping in October 2020. PedalCell can charge USB devices such...
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June 21, 2021
Appalachian Gear Company Debuts First-of-its-Kind Sleeping Bag
Kings Mountain, NC – June 21, 2021 – Appalachian Gear Company is committed to giving customers the best night of sleep possible on the trail. The outdoor lifestyle brand is proud to announce a revolutionary new sleeping bag featuring its All-Paca™ fabric. The highly water resistant, highly breathable Ugly Bag...
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June 21, 2021
Bowhunting Legend Cameron Hanes Hosts Epic Endurance Challenge
Austin, TX – June 21, 2021 – FitRankings, the world’s most advanced connected fitness and health platform, is proud to team up with MTN OPS for the Keep Hammering Virtual Series, an endurance challenge encouraging backcountry hunting enthusiasts and athletes of all kinds to test their limits. Hosted by MTN...
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June 21, 2021
Hobby announces lightweight BEACHY caravan range
The German caravan and motorhome manufacturer, Hobby, has announced a new, lightweight sub-brand called BEACHY for 2022 aimed at newcomers to caravanning. It says the BEACHY was inspired by sun, sea and sand – the feeling of being on holiday – with interiors and decor inspired by being by the...
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June 21, 2021
360 Adventure Collective to Host Southeast Paddlesports Experience
Asheville, NC — June 21, 2021 — 360 Adventure Collective, the trusted member association that has brought focused, regional events to sales reps and retailers for over 40 years, is excited to host its first Southeast Paddlesports Experience August 24-25 at the U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, North Carolina....
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June 21, 2021
In Mountain Towns, Locals Brace for Fire Threat From Adventure Travelers
In Mammoth Lakes, California, a town in the Eastern Sierra known for its skiing and outdoor recreation, tourism has been booming. The town’s residents are terrified. Adventure Journal
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June 21, 2021
US Trail Running Conference Webinar Shines a Spotlight on Safety
Estes Park, CO– The sixth webinar in a nine-webinar series produced by the US Trail Running Conference and presented by the leading trail registration platform UltraSignup, was hosted Thursday, June 17. The session subject for this latest session was: Race Courses – Course design & marking, land partners & permits,...
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June 21, 2021
Cotopaxi to Launch Camp Collection in Partnership with Teva, MiiR, and ENO
Salt Lake City, UT. (June 21, 2021) – Outdoor gear and apparel brand and certified B Corp Cotopaxi, is excited to announce their adventure-ready partnership with fellow outdoor brands Teva, MiiR, and ENO. The Camp Collection is a celebration of summer and camping season, paired with a commitment to responsibly...
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June 21, 2021
Fabletics Named Official Active Lifestyle Partner of Tough Mudder
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (June 21, 2021)- Fabletics announced it has been named the official active lifestyle partner of Tough Mudder. As part of the strategic partnership through 2022, Fabletics will offer its premium quality activewear to the more than 6 million members of the Tough Mudder community through a series of...
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June 21, 2021
New Lipguard SPF 28 Sunscreen Lip Balm from Zealios Now Available
(BEND, Ore.)– New LipGuard SPF 28 Sunscreen Lip Balm, the latest product from Zealios, a leader in performance body care products developed by athletes, for athletes, is now available for purchase through the Zealios website and Amazon, the company announced today. LipGuard’s formula of active sun protectant ingredients, natural shea...
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June 20, 2021
The New Trend Of Wanderlust, Work-From-Anywhere Digital Nomads
The same way people view remote work as gaining back freedom, there’s been a steadily growing movement of people traveling the U.S. in their recreational vehicles for work and pleasure. Forbes
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June 19, 2021
Lemonis’ Camping World electric RV project hits a snag
After saying it has enough orders in place for the company’s Endurance truck to begin production. In a new filing with the Security and Exchange Commission, Lordstown admitted the purchase agreements it had in hand did not represent binding purchase orders. Marcus Lemonis has also suggested Camping World has ended...
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June 18, 2021
Cummins Investing $10.7M in N.C. Expansion
Cummins Turbo Technologies (a business segment of Cummins Inc.) is expanding its turbocharger manufacturing operations in North Charleston, N.C. A more than $10.7 million investment is expected to create 252 jobs, the company said in a news release. RV-PRO
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June 18, 2021
Stuck RV Dangling Over Cliff Leaves Owner Waiting A Week For Rescue
All vehicles have their limits, and a narrow mountain trail over a 400-foot drop is not where a 38-foot-long RV towing a car belongs. Motor1.com
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June 18, 2021
The Drop: Mission Workshop X Afterschool Projects
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - June 18, 2021 - California brands Mission Workshop and Afterschool Projects today announce a new collection of apparel and packs that meld Mission Workshop’s knowledge in technical materials with the spirit and playfulness of Afterschool Projects. The collaboration all started with a question and an experiment:...
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June 18, 2021
Julbo Eyewear Names Rick Randall as VP of US Sales
Burlington, VT (June 18, 2021) - Julbo Eyewear, the premium French eyewear brand based in Longchaumois France with its subsidiary based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, appoints Rick Randall as Vice President of US Sales. Randall was formerly National Sales Manager for Julbo and now moves into his new...
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June 17, 2021
Arc’teryx Unveils New Climbing Uniforms for Climbing Escalade Canada
NORTH VANCOUVER, Canada – Arc’teryx Equipment, the global design company specializing in technical high-performance apparel and equipment, unveils the official national team uniforms to be worn by the Canadian Climbing Team and Climbing Escalade Canada (CEC) high-performance athletes at all international competitions. In March 2021, Arc’teryx entered into a multi-year...
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June 17, 2021
USWE’s New EPIC™ Series All Mountain Pack
MALMӦ, Sweden - USWE, a leader in packs for action sports, today announces the launch of its new EPIC™ Series packs for mountain bike enthusiasts with performance in mind. Featuring USWE’s proprietary NDM™ 1.2 harness system, smart organization, and multiple size capacity options, the EPIC Series offers the perfect fit...
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June 17, 2021
Marmot and Industry Leaders Partner to Launch Two Grants Focused on Supporting Outdoor Creatives of Color
Rohnert Park, Calif. — Jun 17, 2021— L. Renee Blount was focused on innovation, helping brands rethink, and ideate when she graduated Harvard. Right before the pandemic, she quit her innovation & brand consulting job in New York City to chase her dream of becoming an outdoor creative and photographer,...
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June 17, 2021
KOM Cycling Expands into On-Bike Storage Category with Two New Products
East Lansing, Michigan (June 17, 2021) — On the heels of launching the highly touted Full-Motion Indoor Cycling Rocker Plate, KOM Cycling is adding two clever new products, on June 22nd, to its problem-solving line of cycling products – this time more focused on outdoor riding for the summer season:...
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June 17, 2021
Popular RVing YouTubers buying RV park; fans get first dibs on sites
John and Mercedes Condon were frustrated by their inability to find a decent campsite to use as a home base as they traveled the country, adding to the content on their “RV Odd Couple” website. So, they decided to buy their own campground. RVTravel