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November 5, 2018
Mountain Equipment’s Tupilak Pack Earns B.I.G Award
Buffalo N.Y. (November 5, 2018) -- Mountain Equipment, a UK designer and manufacturer of outdoor gear and apparel, will be recognized by Rock & Ice magazine’s Best In Gear (BIG) Awards, winning accolades for the Tupilak 37 alpine pack. The BIG awards will appear in the Rock & Ice December...
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November 2, 2018
Backbone Media is No. 20 on Outside Magazine’s “Best Places to Work in 2018”
CARBONDALE, Colo. (Nov. 2, 2018) - Backbone Media, the country’s premier active lifestyle media agency, has been named No. 20 on OUTSIDE's annual “Best Places to Work in 2018” list, released today. “This is the sixth time we’ve landed on the OUTSIDE list, and each time, it is one of our...
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November 2, 2018
Stio Recognized in OUTSIDE’S Best Places to Work 2018
JACKSON, Wyo. (Nov. 1, 2018) - Stio, the mountain lifestyle brand born in Jackson, Wyoming, has been selected as an honorable mention for OUTSIDE’s Best Places to Work in 2018. Companies recognized for OUTSIDE’S Best Places to Work value productivity in combination with an active, eco-conscious lifestyle for a fulfilling...
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November 2, 2018
Osprey Targets Urban Bike Commuters with the New Metron Pack for Fall 2019
Cortez, CO – November 1, 2018 – Osprey Packs, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance packs to comfortably and efficiently carry gear, introduces Metron, designed for the needs and style sensibilities of the urban bike commuter. “Metron is designed for urban bike commuters who need a comfortable pack that includes...
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November 1, 2018
HeadSpin Outdoors Unleashes One Light to Shine on all Outdoor Pursuits
(Dallas, Texas) – You hike. Camp. Fish. Hunt. Ski. Bike. Grill. Run. Walk the dog. Up until today, you’ve required a drawer full of lights to illuminate your various outdoor adventures. Now, HeadSpin introduces one light to rule them all. HeadSpin is a brand new, incredibly adaptable lighting solution intended...
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November 1, 2018
Bring Your Trail Runners to ORWM and Upgrade with Vibram Litebase
North Brookfield, Mass. (November 1, 2018) – Vibram, the worldwide leader in high-performance soles and the creator of the Vibram FiveFingers articulated toe shoe, announces today that the Vibram Sole Factor Mobile Lab will be resoling shoes on the tradeshow floor during the Outdoor Retailer show in Denver, November 8th-11th. ...
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October 31, 2018
Oboz Footwear bolsters design team with two hires
Bozeman, Mont., (October 31, 2018) — Oboz Footwear, the True to the Trail® outdoor footwear company based in Bozeman, announced today that Brian Krezel and Bob Downs have joined its design team. “Brian and Bob’s experience inside the outdoor and related markets will bring new perspectives as we continue to...
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October 31, 2018
Osprey’s New Fall 2019 Transporter Carry-On Luggage is Built to Withstand Rigors of Frequent Flyer Travel
Cortez, CO – October 31, 2018 – Osprey Packs, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance packs to comfortably and efficiently carry gear, expands Transporter, their successful series of rugged, TPU double coated nylon gear hauler duffels with the Fall 2019 introduction of carry-on sized bags and wheeled luggage built to...
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October 31, 2018
Farm to Feet introduces Outdoor Community Collection for Fall 2019
Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has always celebrated the communities associated with the brand by naming its socks after hometowns of its partners, athletes, and supply chain. For Fall 2019, Farm to Feet is introducing the Outdoor Community Collection of hiking socks...
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October 31, 2018
Outdoor Research leads way with higher-performing insulation in apparel, gloves, headwear, booties
SEATTLE, Wash. (Oct. 31, 2018) – Higher-performing outdoor apparel and glove insulation technology, alongside a bigger focus on sustainably sourced materials, takes center stage in the new Fall 2019 Outdoor Research product collection, which will be unveiled to retail partners in coming weeks. In its new line, Outdoor Research will...
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October 31, 2018
TREW Overhauls Women’s Outerwear For Winter 2018-19
Portland, OR (October 31, 2018) – TREW, designers and builders of style-inspired, kick-ass performance outdoor apparel, have redesigned their top selling women’s outerwear from top to bottom. Taking what works and making it even better, the redesigned Stella Jacket and Chariot Bibs speak to TREW’s DNA, but with XX chromosomes TREW...
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October 30, 2018
Mountain Khakis Launches Underwear
JACKSON HOLE, WY (OCTOBER 31, 2018) – Owning everything south of the waist, THE pant authority Mountain Khakis® proudly introduces their NEW Bison Boxers and Bison Boxer Briefs. Made to move with you, and your beloved pants—no bunching, no riding, all comfort and awesome. Whether you’re a boxer or boxer...
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October 30, 2018
FITS® Announces Release of Groundbreaking Invisible Sock
CHATTANOOGA, TN (OCTOBER 30, 2018) — FITS®, American manufacturers of the best-fitting socks on the market, will proudly showcase their latest innovation—the Invisible Sock—on display at Outdoor Retailer’s 2018 November Market in Denver, CO. FITS’ new Invisible Sock solves every issue typically experienced with no show socks. A proprietary knitting process creates...
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October 30, 2018
Osprey Introduces Super Low Profile Ski and Snowboard Pack for Fall 2019
Cortez, CO – October 30, 2018 – Osprey Packs, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance packs to comfortably and efficiently carry gear, introduces the new Kamber 16 (men’s)/Kresta 14 (women’s) for those looking for a versatile and small volume pack for inbounds riding or short backcountry trips. “Bred right on...
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October 30, 2018
Snowsports Industries America Partners with the NPD Group to Deliver Topline Retail Sales Data
(Park City, UT October 30, 2018) -- SIA members have a new tool in their toolbox to help them navigate the ever-changing and challenging winter sports landscape. “We’re proud to announce a new partnership with The NPD Group, to roll out monthly top-line retail sales data on the snow sports...
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October 30, 2018
Airhead Sports Group Announces Leland Nichols as President and CEO
(DENVER, CO) – Water and winter sports industry leader, Airhead Sports Group, announced on Monday the appointment of Leland Nichols as the company’s new President and CEO. A proven leader with a track record of success in revenue growth and developing operationally efficient teams to bring innovative new products...
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October 30, 2018
Katadyn Group Welcomes Mike Jue as General Manager at Spectra Watermakers
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (Oct. 30, 2018) - Today, Katadyn Group welcomes Mike Jue to the team as new General Manager at Spectra Watermakers. Jue comes to Katadyn Group with more than 20 years of experience in engineering and product development with a number of notable brands, including Camelbak, NASSCO, Hewlett-Packard, Easton...
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October 30, 2018
Mountain Khakis Posse Program Returns
JACKSON, WY (October 30, 2018) – Mountain Khakis®, the premium mountain inspired lifestyle apparel brand for men and women, is pleased to announce the Posse Program is back by popular demand for the Fall 2018 selling season. MK’s Posse Program, designed specifically for retailers, is a favorite among shop floor...
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October 30, 2018
Sherpa Adventure Gear Partners With Apex Outdoor Sales
MODESTO, CA — October 30, 2018 — Sherpa Adventure Gear is proud to announce its partnership with Apex Outdoor Sales team to continue to bring high quality outdoor and lifestyle gear to the South Central region of the United States. “We are thrilled to work with a brand that upholds...
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October 29, 2018
American Mountain Guides Association Announces Angela Hawse as new Board of Directors President
Boulder, COLO. – The American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), an educational non-profit dedicated to supporting and furthering the profession of American mountain guiding, has named veteran guide and industry leader Angela Hawse as President of its Board of Directors. Hawse brings more than 35-years of guiding experience to the position,...
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October 29, 2018
Outdoor Enthusiasts can now Purchase Hillsound Crampons and Gaiters Online
Vancouver, BC (October 29, 2018)- Hillsound Equipment, the leading producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters for outdoor enthusiasts, has revamped their website. This change now makes it easier for consumers to purchase product online just in time for fall and winter adventures. US and Canadian customers can now order...
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October 29, 2018
Outdoor Research Earns Two Editors’ Choice Awards for Gloves, Gaiters from Backpacker
SEATTLE, Wash. (Oct. 29, 2018) – Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based manufacturer of leading outdoor apparel and gear, won two Editors’ Choice Awards this month from Backpacker Magazine. The awards call out a category leading glove insulation technology for Fall 2018, as we as long-term brand leadership in gaiters. The first...
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October 29, 2018
Farm to Feet Releases Final Installment of its American Made Video Series
Mt. Airy, North Carolina (October 29, 2018) — Today, Farm to Feet, the North Carolina based sock brand, released its third film in the American Made video series which brings the personalities profiled on its sock packaging to life. The third film in the series features Ken and Deloris Shumate...
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October 29, 2018
United By Blue Introduces Bison-Insulated Puffer Jacket as the Future of Sustainable Outerwear
PHILADELPHIA, PA (October 29, 2018) - United By Blue (UBB), the sustainable outdoor apparel and lifestyle brand that removes a pound of trash from the world’s oceans and waterways, announces today the Future of Sustainable Outerwear: The Bison Puffer Jacket, insulated with North American bison fiber that is often considered...
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October 29, 2018
Crescent Moon Launches New Eva V2 Snowshoe, Spiked For El Niño Winter Adventures
Boulder, CO (October 29, 2018) – The new Crescent Moon Eva V2 Snowshoe was designed for every snowy winter outing from your backdoor, whether in the city or the mountains, blurring the line between traditional snowshoes and running shoes. With the Eva V1 widely recognized and awarded at Outdoor Retailer,...