May 8, 2023

Good To-Go Adds to its Marketing Team

Kittery, ME, May 8, 2023/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Good To-Go, the award-winning dehydrated gourmet meal brand founded by Chef Jennifer Scism, has added to its team hiring Kristen Murphy as its Marketing Manager. With a deep understanding of the outdoor industry, Murphy will be focused on growing Good To-Go’s audience and supporting its...

May 8, 2023

Stio Raises $20M in Capital to Accelerate Omnichannel Growth

JACKSON, Wyo. (May 8, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Stio, the mountain lifestyle brand headquartered in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, today announced it has raised $20M in growth capital to support new Mountain Studio® retail locations, future product category development and a pivot towards a more diversified omnichannel approach. Led by LAGO Innovation Fund, a...

May 8, 2023

ICELab Kicks off 2023 Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator Cohort

MAY 8 - GUNNISON, CO/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Gunnison Valley’s ICELab, in conjunction with leading outdoor retailer Moosejaw, kicks off the fourth-annual Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator Program (MOA) today. Now in its fourth year, MOA continues to help founders in the outdoor industry drive innovation. The four brands participating in this year’s cohort, which...

May 8, 2023

Watershed Drybags and Darby Communications Partner to Make a Splash

Asheville, NC /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Watershed Drybags, an Asheville, NC-based manufacturer of airtight, fully submersible, and waterproof drybags for all outdoor pursuits, proudly announces its partnership with Asheville-based Darby Communications, a PR and marketing agency specializing in the outdoors, active lifestyle, and fishing markets. Effective immediately, Darby Communications will serve...

May 8, 2023

Altra Running Appoints Joe Toth as Head of Sales, North America

May 8th, 2023 – Denver, Colorado /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Altra Running, a VF Corporation brand, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Joe Toth to the position of Head of Sales, North America. Toth will lead Altra’s North American sales strategy with responsibility for the wholesale channel in both the...

May 5, 2023

Employees at REI’s only Chicago location vote to unionize

Workers at REI’s only Chicago location voted to unionize with the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union in an election held by the National Labor Relations Board on Thursday. Employees of the outdoor goods retailer’s Chicago location said yes to the union in a vote of 41 to eight, with...

May 5, 2023

Advice For Girls, An All-Women’s Ski Film, Launches Kickstarter

Salt Lake City, UT (April 5, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - “Advice for Girls” is a brand-new, feature-length ski film showcasing the collective experience of women in the ski industry. Throughout the film, athletes will share the lessons they have learned through their experiences and pass advice on to the next...

May 4, 2023

RECCO Hires North American Area Sales Manager

Stockholm, Sweden - (May 4, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - RECCO, the advanced rescue technology company focused on making more people searchable in the outdoors, announces the addition of Billy Treacy to its team as the North American Area Sales Manager. Treacy’s role at RECCO will be integral to the company’s...

May 4, 2023

Grundéns’ CEO David Mellon Named Dr. V Rhythm CEO of the Year

POULSBO, WA (May 4, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Grundéns, producer of the world's leading fishing apparel and footwear, today announces and congratulates CEO David Mellon on being named the Dr. V Rhythm CEO of the Year. Presented at Rhythm’s Breakthrough 2023 conference, the award recognizes leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership and have...

May 4, 2023

HEST Partners with Yukon Trading Company to Lead PNW Sales Representation

SEATTLE (May 4, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – HEST, the designer of premium sleep products built to make the great outdoors even greater, is pleased to announce its newest sales representation and partnership with well-known outdoor industry sales group Yukon Trading Company to grow its Pacific Northwest region retail relationships and sales goals....

May 3, 2023

Despite Fitness growth, Garmin revenue decreases 2% in Q1

Garmin Ltd. first-quarter revenue decreased 2% year-over-year despite its Fitness segment revenue increasing 11%. Overall company revenue was $1.15 billion for the period ending April 1, compared with $1.17 billion at the same time last year. Fitness revenue — including bike GPS head units and accessories, power meter pedals, and...

May 3, 2023

OR, Surf Expo Parent Sees Strong Double-Digit Revenue Growth In First Quarter

Emerald Holding, Inc., the owner and producer of the Outdoor Retailer and Surf Expo trade shows, reported that first-quarter 2023 revenues were $122.3 million, an increase of 24.2 percent versus the first quarter 2022, driven by revenue growth in events that staged in both periods as well revenue from three...

May 3, 2023

Norrøna Introduces New U.S. Sales Lead

OSLO, Norway (May 3, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Norrøna, the four season, family-owned Norwegian manufacturer of premium apparel and gear, has hired Andrea “Andi” Malboeuf as the new U.S. sales manager to support the impressive growth of Norrøna’s business in the United States. Andi comes from QuietKat, an e-bike company owned by Vista...

May 2, 2023

KOA Releases 2023 Report; 58M Households Camped in ‘22

Kampgrounds of America Inc. has released its 2023 North American Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report, which continues to demonstrate the key role that camping and glamping play in the outdoor hospitality industry. The report, conducted by Cairn Consulting Group, shows that 92 million U.S. households identify as campers and that 58 million households...

May 2, 2023

Black Diamond’s Growth Slowed By NA Wholesale Inventory Overhang

Clarus Corp. reported modest growth in its Black Diamond segment as gains in its direct-to-consumer and international channels helped offset fewer shipments to its North American wholesale channel due to elevated inventory levels and reduced open-to-buy dollars. Clarus officials also indicated it BD’s inventories would not be rebalanced until the...

April 28, 2023

Newell Brands Outdoor & Recreation Core Sales Fall 27 Percent In Q1; Swings To Loss

Newell Brands, the parent company of Marmot, Ex Officio, Stearns, Bubba, Coleman, and Contigo, among others, saw overall consolidated net sales decline 24.4 percent to $1.8 billion for the first quarter when compared to the prior-year first quarter. The decline was said to be due to the impact of the...

April 28, 2023

Declining bike-product demand contributes to Thule’s Q1 net sales decrease

Thule Group's first-quarter net sales were down 26.6% year-over-year, largely due to declining bike-product demand from retailers lowering inventory levels. Net sales for the quarter ending in March were SEK 2,226 million ($215.2 million), compared with SEK 3,034 million at the same time last year. Thule's inventory decreased in the...

April 27, 2023

Lazydays Reports Q1 Revenue Drop

Lazydays said its Q1 revenue decreased to $295.7 million from $376.2 million in Q1 last year. The company’s net loss in the first quarter was $1.5 million, compared to net income of $27.1 million in the first quarter of 2022. RV-Pro

April 27, 2023

The Rossignol Group Posts 28 Percent Growth For 2022/23 Financial Year

The Rossignol Group, parent of the Rossignol, Dynastar, Lange, Look, and Kerma brands, reported that revenue increased 28 percent to €401 million for the 12-month financial year period ended March 31, 2023, compared to €313 million in revenue for the prior year. SGB Media

April 27, 2023

REI Grapples With Aging Membership Base

As of 2022, REI had 23 million members, up 1.3 million members from the previous year, and more than 180 retail locations.  Speyer is responsible for the retailer’s gear and apparel assortment as well as its in-house Co-op brand label.   He leads a team of strategists, designers, and developers...

April 27, 2023

Cotopaxi Recertifies as a B Corporation™

Salt Lake City, UT. (April 27, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Mission-driven adventure brand Cotopaxi is excited to announce today the recertification of their B Corporation™ status, scoring 125.6 in its latest round of testing. With a previous score of 93.6, this jump highlights Cotopaxi’s focus on consistent improvement to sustainability practices, accountability...

April 27, 2023

The DNA of discovery – Jack Wolfskin and Bear Grylls join forces

IDSTEIN, Germany (April 27, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor apparel, footwear and equipment specialist Jack Wolfskin, based in Idstein, Germany, in March announced a new apparel partnership with global adventurer, bestselling Author and double BAFTA and Emmy Award-winner Bear Grylls. Bear joins the Jack Wolfskin Discovery Team of explorers, researchers, educators and creatives....

April 27, 2023

The Rossignol Group passes the milestone of €400 million in revenue with 28% growth and continues its all-season diversification and its commitment to a more responsible economic model

St-Jean-de-Moirans, France (April 27, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – After a strong rebound in the 2021-2022 financial year (€313 million in revenue), the Rossignol Group recorded very strong growth in its activities for the 2022-2023 financial year, up 28%, with €401 million in revenue (as of March 31st, 2023). Founded 116 years ago...

April 27, 2023

Utu Outdoor Skincare Names The Sideways Life Its PR Agency of Record

Los Angeles, CA /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Utu, the new advanced skincare brand for outdoor lovers, has appointed The Sideways Life as its PR agency of record. The Sideways Life will handle all public relations activities for Utu, including media relations, gifting, and brand partnerships. Utu’s mission to protect, nourish and rejuvenate...

April 26, 2023

SCARPA Adds New Sales Team in Mid-Atlantic

BOULDER, Colo. (April 26, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – SCARPA, manufacturer of performance outdoor and mountain footwear, announced a new partnership this month with well-known outdoor industry sales group Alpin Sports Group, which will direct sales for SCARPA in the Mid-Atlantic territory. Agency Principal Rand Whitney and his team have worked with numerous outdoor...