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June 3, 2021
Surge In Memorial Day Campers Points To Healthy Summer Season For KOA Campgrounds
Following the uncertainty of the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020, and associated campground closures, Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) reports 80% more camper check-ins this Memorial Day Weekend. Even more impressive, check-ins for the KOA system were up more than 14% over the company’s record 2019, pointing to a robust return...
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June 3, 2021
Campspot Launches Mobile App in Time for Busiest Season Following 220% Increase in Bookings in 2020
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Campspot, the leading online marketplace for RV resorts, family campgrounds, cabins, glamping options and more, today announced the launch of a mobile app to make it even easier for campers to search, discover and book their perfect camping trip. With the Campspot Mobile App, available on...
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June 3, 2021
China bans ultramarathons and off-road races after 21 die in Gansu tragedy
China has issued a ban on all ultramarathons and off-road running races following the recent tragedy at the Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon at which 21 runners died on May 22. The General Administration of Sport of China has declared a range of running disciplines as insufficiently regulated and lacking well-defined...
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June 3, 2021
SCARPA names climber Jordan Cannon to athlete roster
BOULDER, Colo. (June 3, 2021)– SCARPA, one of the world’s leaders in performance mountain footwear, added climber Jordan Cannon, a longtime grassroots brand ambassador, to its professional athlete team. Cannon became the fifth person to free-climb “Golden Gate” (5.13) on El Cap in under 24 hours in November 2020, and...
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June 3, 2021
TransRockies Race Series Adds 4iiii as a Sponsor for TransRockies Gravel Royale
Calgary, A.B. (June 3, 2021)— TransRockies Race Series, a global leader in adventure stage races, today announces 4iiii, maker of durable and affordable powermeters, as the newest sponsor for TransRockies’ latest stage race - Gravel Royale, taking place August 23 -26 in British Columbia. “It's great to be working with...
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June 3, 2021
Tread Labs Doubles Down on B2B Efforts
WOBURN, Mass. – After experiencing significant growth in its direct-to-consumer business, Tread Labs is expanding its wholesale business to brick and mortar stores, as well as online retailers, through a partnership with the UBER Group and the hire of a Channel Manager for the wholesale side of the business. “Given...
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June 3, 2021
Hillsound Equipment Joins Responsible Packaging Movement
Vancouver, BC (June 3, 2021) - Hillsound Equipment, the leader in innovative and award-winning outdoor accessories, has joined the ResponsiblePackaging Movement to further develop sustainable practices. The movement, founded by prAna, is uniting and encouraging brands to work towards an industry-wide elimination of plastic and increase the use of non-virgin...
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June 3, 2021
New Survey Finds Campers Prefer RVing Over Tent Camping, Inspiring RVshare to Launch ‘Turn in Your Tent’ Program
Inspired by finding that almost two-thirds of campers prefer RVing over tent camping, RVshare launches 'Turn in Your Tent,' a new program calling campers to donate their gently-used tent in exchange for an RV experience. Upon donating a tent to Gear Forward, an organization that collects gently used camping gear...
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June 3, 2021
RVBlogger.com Founders Launch ‘RV Camping Magazine’
Mike Scarpignato and Susan McDonald, the originators of RVBlogger.com, launched a new digital publication June 1 called RV Camping Magazine. The new feature-length magazine will be a monthly periodical with free subscriptions to all RV enthusiasts. RVBusiness
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June 3, 2021
How Bikeable Is Your City? PeopleForBikes Releases Fourth Annual City Ratings
BOULDER, COLO. (June 3, 2021) — PeopleForBikes released its 2021 City Ratings, expanding internationally for the first time to include 30 European, 42 Canadian and 35 Australian cities. In its fourth annual iteration, the data-driven City Ratings analysis evaluated more than 750 cities and communities across the globe to spotlight...
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June 3, 2021
KINeSYS Sunscreen Partners with The RiderBox
Leaders in performance sunscreen, KINeSYS, are excited to be partnering with The RiderBox throughout June and July. The RiderBox is the #1 subscription box for cyclists, providing a regular supply of products to enhance active lifestyles. “The popularity of cycling has exploded during COVID. More time in the saddle means...
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June 3, 2021
UNDRBUDR™ Introduces Muscle Budr™, A New Approach to Muscle Recovery
Montclair, NJ – UNDRBUDR, which develops high performance, nature-inspired skincare, today announced the launch of Muscle Budr ™ an entire new line of muscle recovery products almost one year after launching UNDRBUDR Chamois Cream, which has already become an overnight success. Muscle Budr ™ represents years of clinical research, personal...
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June 3, 2021
World Cup Gold Medalist And LGBTQI+ Activist Alex Johnson Partners with Athletic Brewing to Create Limited-Release Blood Orange IPA, Rainbow Wall
STRATFORD, CT AND SAN DIEGO, CA — From the walls of the world’s top climbing competitions and the world’s greatest routes to fostering a supportive environment for LGBTQI+ athletes, Alex Johnson is a champion. Athletic Brewing Company, the leading brewer of craft beers that just happen to be nonalcoholic, is...
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June 3, 2021
Inviting All Adventurers to Go Where Glass Can’t Follow: STILLHOUSE Launches The Unbreakable Summer Challenge
CORAL GABLES, June 3, 2021 – The great outdoors just got even greater; STILLHOUSE, known for its stainless-steel packaging and award-winning portfolio of American-made spirits, is officially launching its Unbreakable Summer Challenge. The sweepstakes is aimed at fostering an unbreakable spirit, and encouraging adventurers to take STILLHOUSE where glass can’t...
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June 3, 2021
Leading Meal Kit Company Signs on as Title Sponsor for the Futures Division of the 15K Championships at the 2021 OCRWC
New York, NY June 3, 2021 – Obstacle Course Racing World Championships (OCRWC), the only independent global championships for the sport of Obstacle Course Racing, in partnership with HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal kit company, announced that all registration fees for the 13-17 age group of the 15K Obstacle Course Racing World Championships will...
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June 3, 2021
ALPS Mountaineering Announces Radiance
New Haven, Mo.- ALPS Mountaineering, manufacturer of performance-driven technical support gear for wilderness adventures, exploration, and family camping, has just introduced its new Radiance Quilt for campers who desire extra room for their wilderness sleeping comfort. Designed for use with a sleeping pad, the Radiance Quilt is generously sized for...
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June 2, 2021
Sportsman’s Warehouse’s Q1 Comps Climb 24 Percent
Net sales were $327.0 million, an increase of $80.2 million, or 32.5% compared to the first quarter of fiscal year 2020. Gross profit was $104.0 million or 31.8% of net sales, compared to $74.8 million or 30.3% in the comparable prior-year period. Net income was $10.5 million compared to a...
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June 2, 2021
Lola Digital Media Launches ‘PeakCommerce’ Initiative
LOS ANGELES CALIF. — Lola Digital Media has a goal to accelerate affiliate revenue and content-commerce projects beginning this month. A major new company initiative called PeakCommerce will be implemented across 12 of the company's portfolio sites. The PeakCommerce initiative includes multiple new hires and the establishment of a new...
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June 2, 2021
HOKA ONE ONE® Strengthens Leadership Team with New Hires
(Goleta, Calif.) June 2, 2021– HOKA ONE ONE®, one of the fastest-growing footwear and apparel brands in history, announces the hiring of two key leadership positions. With roughly four decades of collective experience in the footwear and outdoor industries, these new team members will deepen the brand’s expertise in crucial...
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June 2, 2021
CamelBak® Partners With Unlikely Hikers
PETALUMA, Calif. (June 2, 2021) – CamelBak®, the global leader in award-winning personal hydration products, announces a new partnership with Unlikely Hikers, an outdoor community that features underrepresented people in the outdoors. Together, the organizations will continue to support diversity, anti-racism and body positivity in the outdoors through community events, ambassadors,...
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June 2, 2021
Salomon Announces Partnership with Rich Roll
OGDEN, Utah (June 2, 2021)– Accomplished author, podcaster and ultra-endurance athlete, Rich Roll, has officially joined the Salomon team as a Running ambassador, effective immediately. Roll began his rise to fame after completing the EPIC5 Challenge in 2010 and has since launched his popular wellness podcast, The Rich Roll Podcast,...
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June 2, 2021
LOKI Basecamp and Backbone Media Collaborate to Launch the Most Versatile Four-Season Slide-In
Carbondale, Colorado (June 2, 2021) – Overlanding outfitter LOKI Basecamp has partnered with Backbone Media as its official public relations agency of record. LOKI has been in the design, engineering, and fabrication business for 15 years, and this new subsidiary aims to disrupt the #vanlife industry with a highly configurable...
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June 2, 2021
Mountain Hardwear Releases Two New Ultralight Tents; Nimbus™ and Strato™ UL Tents
Richmond, Calif. (June 2, 2021)- Mountain Hardwear, a leader in performance equipment and apparel for climbers, mountaineers, and athletes, has added to its robust offering of tents with two new ultra lightweight styles, the Nimbus™ UL 1 and 2 and Strato™ UL 2. These styles usher the brand into an...
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June 2, 2021
woom Launches Its First Electric Bike for Kids in the U.S.
June 2, 2021 – AUSTIN, TEXAS – woom, a globally-acclaimed kids’ bicycle company, launches its first electric bike (e-bike) for kids in the United States. The woom UP is the most premium kids’ e-bike available, thanks to a combination of its FAZUA drive system, SRAM NX drivetrain, air suspension fork,...
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June 2, 2021
Helen of Troy Promotes Phyllis Grove to Senior Vice President of Marketing, Housewares Division
New York, NY (June 2, 2021) – The Housewares Division of Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ, NM: HELE), home to the award-winning brands, OXO and Hydro Flask, is pleased to announce the promotion of Phyllis Grove to the newly created divisional role of Senior Vice President of Marketing. Prior to...