January 26, 2026

Rumpl Appoints James Atkin as Vice President of Marketing

PORTLAND, Ore. (January 26, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Rumpl, the category creator of technical outdoor blankets, announces the appointment of James Atkin as vice president of global brand. Atkin will lead the brand’s global marketing strategy as Rumpl expands its product portfolio and deepens its presence across the outdoor active...

January 23, 2026

Former Olympic snowboarder on FBI’s most-wanted list is arrested in Mexico, faces drug charges

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, a top FBI fugitive, was arrested in Mexico and on Friday was flown to the U.S. to face charges related to running a multinational drug trafficking ring and the killing of a federal witness. FBI Director Kash Patel said the capture of Wedding, 44, resulted from a...

January 23, 2026

Access Fund Expands Climber Steward Program to Washington’s Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Boulder, CO /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Access Fund, the national advocacy organization for sustainable access and conservation of climbing landscapes, is expanding its Climber Steward Program to Washington’s Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Two seasonal field staff (April through October) will help address growing recreation pressures at some of the state’s most popular climbing...

January 22, 2026

Patagonia Sues Drag Queen Activist ‘Pattie Gonia’ for Trademark Infringement

Patagonia, the outdoor apparel brand, has sued drag queen activist Wyn Wiley, known as Pattie Gonia, for trademark infringement over merchandise sales using the "Pattie Gonia" name. The lawsuit stems from Wiley's violation of a 2022 agreement limiting such branding, followed by sales on PattieGoniaMerch.com and a trademark application by...

January 22, 2026

Kokatat Acquired by The Wing Group

The Wing Group, owner of marine and outdoor brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, FabTek, Henshaw, and Patten, has acquired Kokatat, the manufacturer of paddle sports apparel and equipment headquartered in Arcata, California. The acquisition is said to be rooted in a long-standing relationship and shared values between the organizations....

January 22, 2026

Swiss Mobility Company Viiala Announces Partnership with Spoke Safety

Eysins, Switzerland  (January 22, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Viiala, (https://www.viiala.com), a company focused on creating the next generation of urban vehicles that redefine the riding experience, today announces an integration partnership with Spoke Safety to bring a new level of safety and awareness for riders and drivers. Through Spoke Safety’s...

January 22, 2026

Stio Welcomes New Leaders Across Product, E-Commerce, and Planning

JACKSON, Wyo. (January 22, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Stio, the mountain lifestyle brand born in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, announces several key additions to its leadership team, bringing fresh perspective and deep expertise to product, digital, and planning as the brand looks toward 2026 and beyond. Siobhan Phillips joins Stio as...

January 22, 2026

Outdoor Sportsman Group Launches GAME & FISH TV FAST Channel on Prime Video

DENVER (January 22, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Sportsman Group announces the expansion of GAME & FISH TV to Prime Video, bringing outdoor adventures and live events to even more viewers through this free, ad-supported streaming (FAST) platform. With its tagline, “The Sporting Lifestyle,” GAME & FISH TV delivers premium content that celebrates the great...

January 22, 2026

PrimaLoft Elevates Fawn Knadler to New North American Sales Director

LATHAM, N.Y. (Jan. 22, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - PrimaLoft, Inc., the global leader in high-performance, sustainable insulation, is pleased to announce the promotion of Fawn Knadler to North American Sales Director. This announcement highlights the company’s strategic focus on strengthening and expanding commercial sales efforts in North America, following the...

January 22, 2026

Fleet Feet Grows Connecticut Footprint with Acquisition of Marathon Sports Glastonbury

GLASTONBURY, Conn., and CARRBORO, N.C. (January 22, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Fleet Feet, the nation’s largest franchisor of locally owned and operated running specialty stores, has acquired the Marathon Sports retail location at 63 Hebron Ave. in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The acquisition expands Fleet Feet’s Connecticut store network and supports the...