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March 14, 2019
Mountainsmith Launches New Waist Pack Made From Upcycled Materials
Golden, CO – Mountainsmith, craftsmen of iconic backcountry equipment and recreational outdoor gear, have announced the launch of the Tripster, a waist pack made from over 80% upcycled materials. The Tripster is now available exclusively at REI stores nationwide and online at REI.com. In 2018, the REI Co-op challenged Mountainsmith to develop...
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March 14, 2019
ECHOS Communications Launches REVERB GLOBAL
SAN FRANCISCO - ECHOS Communications - (https://echoscomm.com) continues to redefine the modern global PR agency with the launch of REVERB GLOBAL - a program that creates ambitious outdoor experiences for brands to tell their stories to journalists, distributors and dealers. The REVERB GLOBAL program is built around environments where brands...
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March 13, 2019
MSR® Reactor® Stove System and DynaLock™ Ascent Poles Receive Awards from Backpacker and ISPO
Seattle, WASH (March 13, 2019) – Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®) is honored to receive two prestigious awards, from ISPO and BACKPACKER, for two of their standard-setting high-performance mountaineering products this spring. The MSR DynaLock Ascent Poles have been recognized as one of the 55 ISPO 2019 Award Winners in the...
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March 13, 2019
Deuter streamlines, re-launches its vaunted Kid Comfort carriers for Spring 2019
LONGMONT, Colorado – Instilling a love of the outdoors in the next generation is easier than ever with a re-engineered line of three new Kid Comfort carriers, plus a women’s specific option from Deuter. Named the best baby hiking backpack by Wirecutter, The New York Times’ consumer review arm, Deuter’s...
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March 13, 2019
Thule Crossover 2 Debuts at The Travel Goods Show
Durable and functional, the Thule Crossover 2 are bags designed to keep everything organized and accessible. The all-new Thule Crossover 2 luggage line will debut at The Travel Goods Show in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 26–28, 2019, and will be available to consumers in August 2019. From locating a...
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March 13, 2019
SOG’s compact new Snippet multi-tool makes the cut for daily preparedness
LYNNWOOD, Wash. – It’s impossible to be completely ready for all of the daily challenges of 21st century life, but SOG Knives & Tools prides itself in making multi-tools that meet virtually any situation head on. Add the new ultra-compact Snippet to SOG’s repertoire of situation-ready multi-tools. New for Spring...
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March 12, 2019
Helinox Announces Progress on Campaign to Enforce its Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
(OAKLAND, Calif. – March 12, 2019) - Helinox (helinox.com), the leading designer of portable chairs, tables, cots and accessories for the outdoors, today announced progress on its ongoing campaign to increase awareness and prevent infringement of its patents and other intellectual property rights. The unique and proprietary structure of Helinox’s...
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March 12, 2019
TAXA Outdoors Partners with Snow Peak for RVX: The RV Experience
HOUSTON, TX (March 12, 2019) — TAXA Outdoors, the leading outdoor manufacturer of lightweight, adventure campers and trailers is exhibiting at the first-ever RVX: The RVX Experience, in Salt Lake City March, 12-14 at The Salt Palace. TAXA has partnered with Snow Peak, an innovative outdoor lifestyle brand, to bring...
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March 12, 2019
Orange Mud Expands International Distribution with Global Hydration in Canada
Castle Rock, CO – Orange Mud expands international distribution with Global Hydration in Canada. Global Hydration has been thinking outside of the bottle since 2001 when it developed a portable water purification system for emergency applications as an alternative to bottled water. Co-founded by brothers Andrew and Ian Moorey, Global...
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March 11, 2019
Got Bass? Mustang Survival Gives Front-Row-Seat Access to 2019 Bassmaster Classic
Burnaby, BC – Mustang Survival®, the North American brand known for innovative solutions for the most demanding marine environments, will once again be onsite for the 2019 Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods, in Knoxville, TN, March 15-17, 2019. Even those not in attendance will have the chance to...
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March 11, 2019
Winter Camping Can Really Suck – Or It Can Be Epic: Heliconia Releases New Winter Tips Video Series
Heliconia is proud to announce the release of a new series called “Winter Tips”. Hosted by Eric Hanson, expert backpacker and star of the popular Epic Trails TV show, the series provide viewers with best practices on how to successfully, and enjoyably, go winter camping. The videos, eight in total,...
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March 11, 2019
Benedikt BöHm Crosses The Alps In 28 Hours And 45 Minutes
A Transalp second to none: Speed Alpinist and DYNAFIT General Manager Benedikt “Beni” Böhm pushes the limits of time with his project “Speed Transalp - Non-stop.” On March 09-10, 2019, Böhm crossed the Alps on touring skis from north to south in one push in only 28 hours and 45...
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March 11, 2019
The Conservation Alliance Announces Leadership Change
Bend, Ore., March 11, 2019 – The Conservation Alliance announces that Executive Director John Sterling will transition out of his role later this year. Following is a statement from John: Dear Conservation Alliance Members and Friends, I am writing to let you know that I have made the decision to...
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March 11, 2019
Royal Robbins Reawakens Brand with Laser Focus on Active Travel and Growth Under Fenix Outdoor Ownership
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (March 11, 2019) — Royal Robbins unveils its Spring 2019 collection of men’s and women’s apparel in conjunction with a new brand campaign laser focused on active travel. Created by San Francisco-based Elixir Design, Royal Robbins’ new brand campaign – “Born in Yosemite, Built to Go Everywhere”...
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March 8, 2019
Big Agnes’ Tiger Wall Platinum Named Backpacker Editors’ Choice
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (March 8, 2019) – Big Agnes®, the award-winning manufacturer of tents, sleeping bags, pads, apparel and camp furniture, announced today it has been awarded the 2019 Backpacker Editors’ Choice Award for the Tiger Wall Platinum tent. The honor is one of the most prestigious awards in the...
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March 8, 2019
Alpacka Raft Continues Innovation Legacy with 2019 Packraft Line
MANCOS, Colo. – Alpacka Raft, the industry leader in research and development of modern packrafting, today announced the release of their 2019 packraft lineup highlighted by the Classic, Expedition, Wolverine, and two-person Oryx. Alpacka’s iconic original model, the Classic delivers adventure driven fun from the backyard to the backcountry. All...
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March 7, 2019
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Grant Supports World T.E.A.M. Face of America Program
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – Thanks to a generous grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, four adaptive military veterans living with paralysis will enjoy riding new hand cycles at national non-profit World T.E.A.M. Sports’ May 3-5 Face of America inclusive cycling challenge to Gettysburg. The Direct Effect Quality of Life...
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March 7, 2019
Old Town® Unveils the Ideal Grab-N-Go Watercraft for Anglers and Hunters
(Old Town, ME – March 7, 2019) – Old Town is proud to unveil its innovative new solo canoe, the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman. Combining the best of both worlds, this hybrid canoe, packed with fishing and hunting-specific features, offers the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with...
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March 7, 2019
2019 Copp-Dash Inspire Award Grant Recipients Announced
March 7, 2019 (Salt Lake City, Utah) - The Copp-Dash Inspire Award, sponsored by Black Diamond Equipment, La Sportiva, Mountain Hardwear and Patagonia (with additional in-kind support from Adventure Film Festival, the American Alpine Club, Jonny Copp Foundation and Sender Films), announced the 2019 winners of the climbing grant established...
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March 6, 2019
REGGIE Cycling Apparel Hires SIMBOL Communications as PR Agency of Record
Port Hope ON, Canada — Whether it’s classy camo, sleek debossing, awesome pattern mashups, or any of their other standout designs, REGGIE cycling apparel is aiming for substantial growth south of the border to add to its widespread Canadian fanbase. To that effect, they’ve hired the industry veterans at Park...
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March 5, 2019
SYNC Performance Kickstarter Receives 100 Percent Funding for New Engineered Down Jacket in Eight Hours
VAIL, Colo.—March 5, 2019 — SYNC Performance, the ski apparel, speed suit, and equipment company based in Vail, Colo, launched today it’s third Kickstarter campaign to fund the first production run of a revolutionary down skiing jacket technology. The campaign, which was set to run for a month, has exceeded its...
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March 5, 2019
Native Eyewear Launches Summer 2019 Sunglass Collection
BOULDER, Colo. (March 5, 2019) - Native Eyewear announced today the official launch of the final two styles that complete its 2019 sunglass collection. LA REINA™ and FOUR CORNERS™ are now available for purchase in stores and online. The two new frames offer fresh looks on proven tech, inviting style...
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March 5, 2019
PrimaLoft Sees Momentum With PrimaLoft® Cross Core™ Technology, Announcing 30 Brand Partner Adoptions for Fall 2019
LATHAM, N.Y. (March 5th, 2019) -- PrimaLoft, Inc., a global leader in advanced material technology, today announced 30 new brand partners have adopted PrimaLoft® Cross Core™ technology and debuted three iterations. The Cross Core™ platform fuses existing PrimaLoft® fibers with next-generation materials including aerogel, a highly porous, low-density structure, originally...
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March 5, 2019
Vibram Earns the “Prize of Prizes” National Award for Innovation at the Italian Senate for the Vibram Furoshiki The Wrapping Sole Project
This evening, in the Koch Room at the Senate of the Republic, the tenth edition of the awards ceremony for the “Prize of Prizes” National Award for Innovation 2018 was held, in which Vibram received the prestigious award from the President of the Senate, Maria Elisabetta Alberti Casellati, who was...
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March 5, 2019
LOGE Camps Rounds Out Its Leadership Team for 2019
SEATTLE, Wash. ( March 5, 2019) - LOGE Camps adds executive level talent and formalizes its executive team, which now includes a VP of Marketing, VP of Operations, VP of People, Chief of Staff, Director of Partnerships and Director of Development heading into the company’s third year. After finishing up...