June 9, 2022

MSR introduces the feature rich Habiscape™ Tent Series for adventurous families and groups

SEATTLE, Wash. (June 8, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the high-performance outdoor equipment that’s part of the parent company Cascade Designs, is excited to announce their newest tent series, the Habiscape™ Tent Series for spring 2023. The Habiscape is the newest frontcountry tent offering from MSR, with highlights such...

June 8, 2022

Thor Industries Says Economic Woes Weighing on RV Demand

Thor Industries Inc. said macroeconomic factors are weighing on consumer demand for recreational vehicles after a pandemic-driven boom in the market. The RV maker said North American demand remains strong as enthusiasm for the RV lifestyle continues to grow, though it added that demand is expected to be lower this...

June 7, 2022

Osprey Relaunches Outdoor, Travel and Hydration Accessories with Expanded Product Offerings, Enhanced Design and a Sustainable Build for Spring 2023

Cortez, Colo. – June 7, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Osprey, a Helen of Troy brand and a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance, innovative carry solutions, relaunches its outdoor, travel, and hydration accessories to deliver smarter solutions and enhance life on-the-go. Utilizing recycled materials, PFAS-free fabrics and minimal packaging, Osprey’s Spring 2023...

June 7, 2022

Roamly Taps Former SVP of Good Sam as Chief Commercial Officer

Roamly, an RV-focused insurtech for the outdoor enthusiast market, announced former Senior Vice President of Good Sam, Mary Heneen (pictured), as Chief Commercial Officer, and former Claims Director for Root and Uber, Jessica Ballard, as Director of Claims. Inside Outdoor

June 7, 2022

The Dyrt Announces the 2022 Best Places to Camp in Each US Region

PORTLAND, Ore., June 7, 2022/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping with the most active online camping community, has announced the 2022 Best Places To Camp in nine US regions based on reviews and ratings from its vast community of campers. The winners represent some of the most unique, rustic,...

June 7, 2022

RV Maker Misses on Revenue, Earnings, But Demand Holds Steady

Rev Group (REVG) led the week's RV company earnings reports on Tuesday, falling short of Wall Street expectations. Investors are looking to Rev Group, and Thor Industries (THO) on Wednesday, to gauge consumer interest in RVs and related vehicles as fuel prices across the country continue to soar. Investors

June 7, 2022

RVIA Unveils Annual Awards at D.C. Event

The second day of RVs Move America Week turned the spotlight on the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s many committees that are working to make things happen. For the first time since 2019, industry leaders are gathering in Washington, D.C., for the association’s esteemed event. Today is the final day of...

June 7, 2022

UCO Doubles Down on Helping People Stay Lit

Seattle, WA - June 7, 2022/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ –  UCO has been a leading brand in lighting and fire starting for outdoor, home, and emergency preparedness needs for over 50 years. Ever since the introduction of the legendary Original Candle Lantern, they have continued to offer innovative and high-quality products. In Spring...

June 6, 2022

RVIA: RV Industry Impact is $140B in U.S. Alone

Just how much the RV industry has grown is captured in the new RVs Move America Economic Impact Study, produced by the RV Industry Association. The study revealed that the RV industry has an overall annual economic impact to the U.S. economy of $140 billion, supporting nearly 680,000 jobs, and paying more...

June 6, 2022

Lippert expands into RV tents with TJ Snuggles acquisition

Lippert is acquiring the entire company including its highly skilled workforce as part of its overall strategy to stay ahead of the latest RV trends. RV expandable trailers have experienced a renaissance in recent years partly because of their affordability and partly because they are a logical next step from...

June 6, 2022

Gathr Outdoors Acquires WaterPORT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. , June 6, 2022 -- Gathr Outdoors, a family of outdoor, camp and recreation brands committed to celebrating shared outdoor experiences, announced today its acquisition of Vista, Calif.-based WaterPORT™, a maker of on-the-go, self-pressurized water tanks for outdoor adventures. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. WaterPORT's innovative collection of tanks, high-pressure nozzles,...

June 3, 2022

Oboz and Black Folks Camp Too Release Digital Education Initiative

Bozeman, Mont., (June 3, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Oboz Footwear and Black Folks Camp Too (BFCT) today released its first in a series of footwear focused videos as part BFCT’s Digital Education Initiative (DEI). The Digital Education Initiative is a key element to BFCT’s mission to educate more Black folks, as well...

June 2, 2022

Osprey Introduces Patent Pending Hydraulics™ Reservoir Series Delivering Optimal User Experience for Spring 2023

Cortez, Colo. – June 2, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Osprey, a Helen of Troy brand and a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance, innovative carry solutions, introduces an all-new hydration reservoir series with patent pending design for a superior user experience. “From the handle to the hose and baffles to the...

June 2, 2022

35 Top Glamping Resorts in the U.S.

Many pre-pandemic travel trends, including international jaunts, all-inclusive resort vacations and multigenerational trips, are back in 2022. But perhaps the year's most notable travel trend is glamping, with 7 in 10 households identifying themselves as at least occasional campers or glampers as of 2021, according to the 2022 North American...

June 2, 2022

Rab Unveils First-Ever Line of Sleeping Pads

Louisville, CO (June 2, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Rab, the industry leader in merging the development of quality outdoor gear and apparel with sustainability and environmental awareness, today unveiled its first-ever line of sleeping pads for the Spring/Summer ‘23 season, an innovative next step for a company that made its reputation designing...

June 2, 2022

Tips and Tricks for Visiting a National Park Without a Reservation

To cut down on crowds, eliminate wait times, and help preserve natural resources, an increasing number of national parks are capping visitation and requiring advanced reservations this summer. If you’re one of those organized people who plans your life months in advance, bully for you. But if you’re a person...

June 2, 2022

Dave & Matt Vans Launches New 2022 Lifestyle Vehicles

GYPSUM and RIFLE, COLO. – June 2, 2022/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Dave & Matt Vans, the ‘lifestyle vehicle’ company that manufactures, sells, and rents vans featuring “everything you need and nothing you don’t,” today announces an all-new, limited-run series of Lifestyle Vehicles (LVs) for 2022. With fully redesigned interiors across all three models...

June 2, 2022

HEST Unleashes Enhanced Memory Foam Dog Bed Designed for the Outdoors

SEATTLE (June 2, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ Founded on a dream to sleep better, play more and send it further, HEST, the designer of premium sleep products built to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors, is pleased to introduce the new HEST Dog Bed. HEST challenges why only humans...

June 1, 2022

25-Year-Old Woman Gored by Bison at Yellowstone National Park

According the officials, the woman, along with two other people, were well within the 25 yard distance requirement. The victim was within 10 feet of the animal. Bison have injured more people at Yellowstone than any other animal in the park. The Inertia

June 1, 2022

Lippert Staying Ahead of Industry Trends with Acquisition of RV Tent Company

LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) (the “Company”) which, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components, Inc.(“Lippert”), supplies, domestically and internationally, a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) in the recreation and transportation product markets, and the related aftermarkets of those industries, today announced that its...

June 1, 2022

RV industry facing increasing prices & slowing sales

The rise in inflation and gas prices are beginning to impact RV sales. Retail sales of trailers are reported to be slowing, after prices increased 10-to-20 percent. There's also been a shift with the pandemic. During the pandemic, more families were buying fifth-wheel trailers. Parents being back to work and...

May 31, 2022

Campspot and Pinterest reveal key camping trends

Online camping and RV marketplace Campspot has teamed up with social media platform Pinterest to launch the first edition of its Campspot Outdoor Almanac, which reveals camping and outdoor trends among end-users. The almanac is comprised of eight sections with key dates, trends, events, expert advice and destinations spotlights for...

May 31, 2022

Dometic Launches New Family Tents with Recycled Redux Material

Dometic introduces new Dometic Rarotonga inflatable camping tents featuring new Weathershield Redux material. The material is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles and is Global Recycled Standard certified. Dometic

May 31, 2022

Camping World to Expand National Footprint in 11 Major Markets by End of 2022

Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced plans for their continued expansion of their RV sales and service network through the completion of 11 new dealership locations, in seven states, by the end of 2022. This announcement is on the heels of the acquisition...

May 31, 2022

Ignik Announces Newest Offering in Gas Growler Product Line

Bainbridge Island, WA – May 31, 2022/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Ignik, a Bainbridge Island-based brand committed to helping people stay outside longer, announces the newest offering in its award-winning Gas Growler product lineup. The Gas Growler-X represents the evolution of the Growler family, offering twice the adventure potential of the original without...