February 10, 2026

Nominations Open for the Best Running Stores of 2026 Awards Program

PORTLAND, Maine (February 10, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Running Event (TRE), North America’s premier run specialty retail conference and trade show, is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Best Running Stores awards program. This yearly program celebrates U.S.-based run specialty stores who are leaders in both the running industry and their communities;...

February 9, 2026

A National Park in Los Angeles? NPS Says Comment Now

If there is one thing almost universally associated with California, it’s sunny, sandy beaches. And if recent work by the National Park Service is any indication, they could serve as the cornerstone of America’s newest national park. But very significant hurdles remain. On Feb. 5, the National Park Service (NPS) opened...

February 9, 2026

HydraPak Inks Three-Year Partnership with Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run as Official Hydration System Partner

Oakland, CA (February 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – HydraPak, the global leader in high-performance hydration solutions, has been named the Official Hydration System Partner for the 2026 Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run (WSER), the world’s oldest 100-mile trail race. The partnership will support the 53rd running of the iconic...

February 9, 2026

Ibex Taps Nuyarn® for Next-Generation 3D Knit Sweaters

NEW ZEALAND (February 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - In a move that merges advanced textile engineering with domestic 3D knitting, Ibex has integrated Nuyarn® performance yarn into its new Nautilus Fisherman Sweater. While Nuyarn® is the established technical standard for outdoor baselayers, this product demonstrates the yarn’s versatility in high-end...

February 9, 2026

TRUBAR: Protein Bar Brand Acquired By ETi Gıda For $173 Million Cash

TRUBAR, a fast-growing protein bar brand known for dessert-inspired flavors and clean ingredients, has been acquired by Turkey-based snack company ETi Gıda in an all-cash deal valued at $173 million. ETi Gıda acquired 100% of TRUBAR with no earn-out, according to the companies. The transaction positions TRUBAR to scale further...

February 6, 2026

Visitation Trends Show Huge Discrepancy Among National Parks

National parks are among the nation’s most beloved treasures. With locations stretching from remote Alaska wilderness to an urban downtown, their popularity varies, and many of these 63 parks experienced major changes in visitation last year. Some of them saw massive jumps in visitors, while others took a nosedive, based on preliminary...

February 5, 2026

Marathon Sports Acquires six03 Trail Races and Cranmore Mountain Race

Marathon Sports announced the acquisition of six03 Trail Races and the Cranmore Mountain Race, expanding the company’s long-term investment in trail running in New England. The company also announced more than $100,000 in total prize money across its New England trail race portfolio for 2026. The acquisition includes the full...

February 5, 2026

Marathon Sports builds trail running platform with acquisition of six03 Trail Races and Cranmore Mountain Race

WALTHAM, Mass. (February 5, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Marathon Sports announced the acquisition of six03 Trail Races and the Cranmore Mountain Race, expanding the company’s long-term investment in trail running in New England. The company also announced more than $100,000 in total prize money across its New England trail race...

February 5, 2026

Amie Engerbretson Joins the °bootcap® Athlete Team

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (February 5th, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - °bootcap®, the purpose built ski boot insulation accessory designed to keep skiers’ feet warmer without batteries or electronics, is proud to welcome professional skier Amie Engerbretson to its growing athlete roster. A force in the freeride skiing world, Engerbretson has...

February 5, 2026

Outdoor Sportsman Group Honors NSSF’s Chris Dolnack at SHOT Show

DENVER (February 5, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Sportsman Group (OSG) recognized Chris Dolnack, Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer for the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), with the media company’s prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual NSSF Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) in Las...