April 20, 2026

Century Boats Launches Second Phase of Investment with Additional $10 Million Commitment, Expanding Manufacturing and Adding Over 50 Jobs

TAMPA, FL — April 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Century Boats, under the new ownership of American Nautical Holdings, LLC, today announced the launch of its second phase of investment, committing an additional $10 million to its Zephyrhills, Florida manufacturing facility as the company prepares to restart production in its 100th...

April 16, 2026

USA Surfing Defeats U.S. Ski and Snowboard in Battle for Olympic Control

USA Surfing has won the right to remain the official U.S. governing body for Olympic‑style surfing, beating out a challenge from U.S. Ski & Snowboard and securing a surfer‑led pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Games at Lower Trestles. The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) formally recognized USA Surfing...

April 16, 2026

Eagle Creek Launches RePack, a Peer-to-Peer Marketplace Giving Adventure Travel Gear a Second Life

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (April 16, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Eagle Creek, the original adventure travel gear outfitter, today launches RePack, a peer-to-peer marketplace designed to extend the life of Eagle Creek travel gear. Built in partnership with Treet, the platform enables travelers to buy and sell pre-owned Eagle Creek gear...

April 16, 2026

Kingbull Expands UL-Certified E-Bike Lineup as UL Certification Becomes Key Safety Standard in the U.S. Market

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Kingbull confirms that its electric bike lineup is UL-certified, with certifications verified through UL’s official Product iQ® system. To date, 9 models have successfully completed certification, while 3 additional models—Hunter 2.0, Hunter 2.0S, and Ranger—are currently undergoing the certification process. As the U.S. electric bike market continues to...

April 16, 2026

Astral welcomes Angel Collinson as its newest Archetype

SEATTLE, Wash. /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Astral, the leader in equipment designed for high-performing wilderness athletes, adds Angel Collinson, healer, Nature-enthusiast, sailor, and retired professional skier, as its newest brand Archetype. Astral archetypes serve as inspirational advisors for the brand, who live at the intersection of athletics, art and craft, and...

April 16, 2026

PEARL iZUMi Launches PI PRO/BLACK, Its Lightest and Most Advanced Performance System to Date

Boulder, Colorado (April 16, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - PEARL iZUMi, the Colorado-based leader in cycling apparel and footwear, today announced the launch of PI PRO/BLACK, the next evolution in premium, performance driven cycling apparel. Developed in close collaboration with the brand’s elite athlete roster, the five-piece system is engineered for race-day...

April 15, 2026

USA Surfing Defeats U.S. Ski and Snowboard in Battle for Olympic Control

Following a fraught, and oftentimes controversial, battle of control for surfing’s future in the Olympic Games, USA Surfing has emerged victorious over U.S. Ski and Snowboard, who had attempted a coup to take over domination of surfing on the big stage. Why a ski and snowboarding federation might want to...

April 15, 2026

Nearly 2,000 ski instructors join lawsuit accusing Vail Resorts of wage violations

Thousands of ski and snowboard instructors are taking on one of the biggest names in the resort business, accusing the major company of shortchanging workers through a controversial pay setup. Nearly 2,000 instructors have already joined a federal lawsuit against Vail Resorts, alleging the company failed to properly compensate employees...

April 14, 2026

How Specialty Retailers Use AI to Boost Margins

Specialty retailers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to protect and expand their margins by automating routine tasks, sharpening buying and pricing decisions, and deepening customer experiences rather than relying only on price competition. Core ways AI boosts margins AI‑powered forecasting and inventory tools help shops avoid overstock and stockouts, reducing...

April 14, 2026

La Sportiva Salt Lake City Retail Store Now Open, Grand Opening Celebration Set for April 18

BOULDER, Colo. (April 14, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - La Sportiva, maker of the world’s finest mountain gear, has officially opened its Salt Lake City retail store, located at 372 West 600 South. A Grand Opening celebration is planned for Saturday, April 18, bringing together athletes, media, and the local outdoor...