December 3, 2020

Flylow Gear and Jackson Hole Outdoor Leadership Institute team up to give away a private avalanche education course for four

JACKSON, WYOMING (Thursday, Dec. 3)-- Flylow Gear (flylowgear.com), the independent, mountain-raised creator of outerwear and apparel, has partnered with Jackson Hole Outdoor Leadership Institute (avalancheandwildmedtraining.com) in Jackson, Wyoming, to give away a private, four-person avalanche course, a whole gamut of gear, and lodging for the group at the historic Wort...

December 1, 2020

Parkour group urges IOC to reject its sport for 2024 Paris Olympics

Organizers of the sport of parkour urged the International Olympic Committee to reject adding the obstacle-course-style street-running event to the 2024 Paris Olympics because of a dispute with the governing body of gymnastics. The Parkour Earth group has for years opposed what it calls a "hostile takeover" of the sport...

November 30, 2020

Tokyo 2020 delay set to cost organisers US$1.9bn

Organisers of the rescheduled Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games are estimating that the event’s postponement will cost 200 billion yen (US$1.9 billion). Additional costs include expenses related to securing Games venues, equipment rental and storage fees, and expenditures on labour. SportsPro

November 30, 2020

Tokyo Olympic organizers plan to host 18 test events

The postponed Tokyo Olympics local organizers announced a series of 18 test events, including swimming, gymnastics, diving and volleyball. The announcement is the latest in a campaign to convince a global audience, sponsors and the Japanese public that the Olympics and Paralympics will take place despite the COVID-19 pandemic. KSN

November 30, 2020

Fischer announces livestream backcountry safety sessions in partnership with the American Avalanche Institute

AUBURN, NH — Fischer Sports, in partnership with the American Avalanche Institute (AAI), announces a series of livestream events for backcountry awareness hosted by US Alpine Product Manager for Fischer Skis and AMGA-certified guide Mike Hattrup and AAI co-owner and AMGA-certified guide Sarah Carpenter. The livestream events will occur on...

November 26, 2020

WHO announces new physical activity guidelines

The World Health Organization announced their physical activity guidelines, taking aim at the inactivity caused by the global pandemic. WHO is recommending up to 300 minutes of activity a week in adults and 60 minutes a day for children and adolescents. Running Magazine

November 18, 2020

TAXA Outdoors Seeks Nominations to Gift a Habitat-Getaway for the Holidays

HOUSTON, TX (November 18, 2020) — TAXA Outdoors, the leading manufacturer of lightweight, mobile and adaptable human habitats for outdoor adventure, wants to offer a deserving person in the Houston area the opportunity to safely explore the outdoors during the holiday season with the gift of a free rental of...

November 18, 2020

Obstacle Course Racing World Championships and Hoo-rag Partner for 2021

Obstacle course racers know protection from the elements is an important part of any effective training and race-day kit, which is why Adventurey is excited to announce Hoo-rag as a partner of the 2021 Obstacle Course Racing World Championships. Hoo-rag’s innovative face and headwear are a ubiquitous sight on any...

November 16, 2020

Kilian Jornet sets his sights on 24-Hour Running Challenge

OGDEN, Utah (November 16, 2020)– Today, Kilian Jornet, the most decorated athlete in the history of the trail running, embarks on a new challenge: completing as many laps as possible around a 400-meter track in Måndalen, Norway for 24 consecutive hours. The Phantasm 24 running challenge, named after the new...

November 12, 2020

Outerbike Announces New Online Bike Finder Connecting Riders with Exhibiting Bike Brands & Releases 2021 In-Person Event Dates and Locations

MOAB, Utah (November 12, 2020) – Outerbike, the premier three-day experiential consumer event dedicated to helping mountain bikers find their perfect bike, today launches an exciting new website feature that will help riders determine which bikes best meet their needs, during a time when it’s difficult to do so in...

November 9, 2020

Meet the Woman Teaching the Psychology of Survival

Wilderness pros are trained to deal with physical injuries, but what about the psychological trauma that can result while on an expedition, from fear and stress, or from watching someone die in a fall, an avalanche, or whitewater? Australian psychologist and mountaineer Kate Baecher created a training program to equip...

November 9, 2020

Emily Harrington breaks El Cap record with historical climb

After years of effort, the 34-year-old became the first woman to free climb El Cap's Golden Gate route in less than 24 hours, and only the fourth woman to reach the top in under 24 hours. Read more and check out the battle scars on Outside.

November 6, 2020

XTERRA unveils 2021 World Tour Schedule on Aloha Friday LIVE

November 6, 2020 (Honolulu, HI) - XTERRA will announce its 2021 XTERRA World Tour schedule and celebrate Maui on what would have been the XTERRA World Championship weekend with an "Aloha Friday" LIVE show on November 6 at 8am Hawaii time (10a PT, 1p ET, 7p CEST) on Facebook.com/XTERRAPlanet. Hosted...

November 4, 2020

Watch These Kayakers Accidentally End Up In a Humpback Whale’s Mouth

When a group of kayakers went whale watching off Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo, California, they probably didn’t expect to nearly become real-life Jonahs. But that’s what happened, and the whole thing was caught on camera. Watch it on The Inertia.

November 2, 2020

Fischer announces a collaboration with athlete Lynsey Dyer on a six-week health and wellness webinar series, Showing Up Workshops with Lynsey Dyer

AUBURN, NH—Fischer Sports North America announces the Nov. 9, 2020 start date of a six-week workshop with Fischer athlete Lynsey Dyer dubbed the Showing Up Workshops with Lynsey Dyer. The course is geared toward anyone looking to improve both their mental and physical states for the coming year. A weekly...

October 29, 2020

International Parkour Federation (IPF) 2020 Announces Asia Parkour Cup

New York, USA. International Parkour Federation (IPF), the world governing body for the sport of Parkour is proud to announce its first-ever IPF ASIA PARKOUR CUP. In keeping with Covid safety guidelines, the event is being held virtually. Thirty-five top male and female athletes from thirteen IPF member countries representing...

October 28, 2020

TransRockies Gravel Royale Pairs with Felt Bicycles as Presenting Sponsor

Panorama, B.C. (Oct. 28, 2020) — TransRockies Race Series, a global leader in adventure stage races, today announces Felt Bicycles as presenting sponsor of TransRockies Gravel Royale. Together, they are eager to continue to build upon the momentum of gravel cycling with this new and highly anticipated stage race taking...

October 28, 2020

SIA’s Snowbound Festival Debuts New Website and Announces Dates for Upcoming 2021 Winter Events in New England and the Rockies

Park City, Utah (October 28, 2020) – In celebration of the upcoming winter season, Snowsports Industries America (SIA) is excited to debut the first phase of its Snowbound Festivals consumer platform with the launch of its new website, Snowboundfest.com, an inclusive consumer gateway to the winter outdoor lifestyle. An integral...

October 28, 2020

Sara Souza Receives Charles (Reb) Gregg Wilderness Risk Management Award at the 2020 Wilderness Risk Management Conference

Lander, WY — October 28, 2020 — At the 27th annual Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC) held online from October 19-23, 2020, Sara Souza received the Charles (Reb) Gregg Wilderness Risk Management Award for her significant contributions to the field of risk management in outdoor education and adventure professions. Presented...

October 27, 2020

Deuter Celebrates 16 Years with Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival

LONGMONT, Colo. (Oct. 27, 2020) – Today, Deuter—the global leader in backpacks and outdoor equipment for mountain pursuits—announces their continued partnership with Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival (BMFBF.) Deuter has been the exclusive backpack sponsor for the internationally recognized film and book competition for 16 years and will continue its...

October 26, 2020

Everest Poll Shows Majority of Americans Consider Themselves Outdoors Fans

The study asked 2,000 Americans how they’ve coped with COVID-19 and what they are doing to stay active. How many of these activities have you done during the pandemic? Read more on SGBMedia.

October 26, 2020

CAKE To Host “CAKEMA” – “The Not in Milan Motorcycle Show”

(Stockholm, Sweden – October 26, 2020)– CAKE, the Swedish manufacturer of lightweight electric motorcycles, today announced that in lieu of the cancellation of the 2020 EICMA motor show in Milan, Italy, the CAKE team will instead host a virtual event to showcase 2021 novelties and model updates and share news...

October 22, 2020

Colorado Closes National Forests, RMNP Amid ‘Unprecedented’ Fire Danger

Nearly half a million public acres in Colorado remain closed to all recreation due to wildfire activity across the state. The East Troublesome Fire is the latest wreaking havoc on the range. Read more on GearJunkie.

October 21, 2020

The US Trail Running Conference leads the way to a more sustainable 2021 in Trail Running.

BOSTON (October 21, 2020) – Fayetteville (Arkansas) is hosting the 2020 US Trail Running Conference, which Spartan Trail is proud to partner and support, taking the lead in two topics that will certainly gain visibility and action for the following season and upcoming years: climate action and sustainability. As a...

October 19, 2020

Mammut And The Lady Alliance Announce Second Adventure Safety Tour

(Denver, CO.) Oct. 19, 2020 - Mammut and The Lady Alliance are teaming up again to host a second virtual Adventure Safety Tour, in response to an overwhelming positive and successful first event in June of this year. Mountain safety and outdoor gear brand Mammut and The Lady Alliance, a...