PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the outdoor sports industry. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
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May 29, 2018
LifeSaver Enters Exclusive Distribution Contract in Southeast Asia
May 29, 2018 - Colchester, UK - LifeSaver®, a UK-based manufacturer of portable and reusable water filtration systems, is excited to announce an exclusive three-year deal with ARS Indonesia that will boost their distribution in the Southeast Asia region. The partnership has the potential to keep millions of plastic bottles out...
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May 29, 2018
Mountain Khakis Trail Creek Pants Versus Camel
JACKSON HOLE, WY – What do you get when you combine a testy camel and Mountain Khakis’ pants? A really good story and a saved vacation. What could have been a trip to the emergency room in Morocco was instead a moment of surprise and unscathed pants. Here’s Mountain Khakis fan...
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May 24, 2018
Leatherman Kicks off Made of Mettle Tour Celebrating Founder Tim Leatherman
Portland, OR — May 24, 2018 — In 1983, after years of hard work and perseverance, Tim Leatherman invented the world’s first multi-tool. Now, Leatherman Tool Group is the leading manufacturer of multi-tools producing high quality products in its factory in Portland, Oregon. To celebrate the brand’s iconic history, Leatherman...
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May 24, 2018
American Hiking Society Announces 2018 National Trails Fund Recipients
SILVER SPRING, MD (May 24, 2018) – American Hiking Society is thrilled to announce the 2018 recipients of National Trails Fund grants. The National Trails Fund gives trail clubs and land managers the necessary funding to complete critical trail projects across the country, thanks to the generous support of its...
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May 24, 2018
Beyond Coastal Suncare Recognized Again as One of the Safest Brands on the Market
Sun Valley, ID. (May 24, 2018) – Beyond Coastal, manufacturer of premium suncare products, announced today that it has received top ratings for the seventh consecutive year in the recently published 2018 Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) annual sunscreen guide. In the non-mineral sunscreen category, Beyond Coastal is the only brand...
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May 24, 2018
Rad Power Bikes Expands Canadian Business with Vancouver Showroom
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - May 24, 2018 - Rad Power Bikes, a global direct-to-consumer electric bike brand, is growing its Canadian headquarters and opening a retail showroom in East Vancouver this summer. The expansion will bring a physical presence to the company's well-established Canadian online business and fan base, which...
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May 24, 2018
Lars Erik Skjervheim Sets A New World Record in Ski Mountaineering
DYNAFIT athlete Lars Erik Skjervheim set a new world record on May 19-20 after 24 hours of ski mountaineering. The 37-year-old Norwegian covered an unbelievable 20,939 vertical meters ( appr. 68,697.5 feet). On a course of approximately 1.9k (0.56 miles), the athlete had to climb 460 meters of vert each...
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May 23, 2018
Outdoor Project Goes Bigger and Bolder with Women in the Wild 2018
-- A full summer content series and giveaways focusing on women getting outside -- -- Partnering with amazing individuals and organizations to redefine what femininity looks like in the outdoors -- -- A strong slate of returning sponsors underpins the effort to show why nothing is off limits to Women...
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May 22, 2018
KAVU Pushes International Growth Plans with New Hires in Finance and Sales
Seattle – KAVU, makers of true outdoor wear, welcomes Steve Skidmore and Jeremy Goodman to its global executive team, as chief finance director and international sales director respectively, effective immediately. Skidmore will be responsible for guiding the company’s budgeting and profitability as they work to expand into more international markets....
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May 21, 2018
Check and Inspect: Mustang Survival Encourages PFD Maintenance for National Safe Boating Week
Bellingham, WA – Mustang Survival®, the North American brand known for innovative solutions for the most demanding marine environments, has created a comprehensive Guide for PFD Inspection and Maintenance (available for download) for recreational boaters in recognition of National Safe Boating Week (May 19-25, 2018). As warmer weather spreads across...
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May 21, 2018
Flowbuilt Manufacturing, World’s First Mass Customization Footwear Facility, Opens Its Doors in the USA
FERNDALE, Wash. (May 21, 2018) – Bringing together world-class partners, state-of-the-art technologies and equipment, and cutting-edge vision, Flowbuilt Manufacturing, is solving for manufacturing demands today, while future proofing for business and retail needs of tomorrow. After perfecting the technology and processes to design truly-individualized insoles and footwear, the team at...
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May 18, 2018
Christoph Engl takes over as new Chief Executive Officer for the Oberalp Group as of 1 September 2018
From 1 September 2018, with its new CEO Christoph Engl, the Oberalp Group is entering a new era of leadership. With Christoph Engl, the company has appointed a brand builder and expert for alpine destinations to take on the role of its leading international executive. After 17 years at the helm,...
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May 18, 2018
World OCR Unveils Global Coach Certification Program
Lausanne, Switzerland, May 18th, 2018: World OCR, the Fédération Internationale de Sports d’Obstacles (FISO), announced today the successful completion of the first stage of its global coach certification program. World OCR Coach Trainer and 2016 World #1 Ranked Spartan Racer Faye Stenning (CAN) commented that “Work with highly motivated, passionate...
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May 18, 2018
World Champion Surfer Andy Irons’ Gripping Tale of Opioid Addiction and Bipolar Disorder Comes to U.S. Cinemas on May 31 Only
Jackson, Wyoming (May 18th, 2018) — Teton Gravity Research recently premiered the release of Andy Irons: Kissed by God, a film about bipolar disorder and opioid addiction as seen through the life of three-time world champion surfer Andy Irons. The world premiere took place in Los Angeles on May 2nd,...
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May 17, 2018
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance announces nominees for 2018 retailer and vendor awards
KNOXVILLE, TENN. - Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, this week announced the nominees for their 2018 retailer and vendor awards. Winners will be announced on June 13, 2018, during Night One of the Grassroots Connect buying show in Knoxville,...
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May 16, 2018
Mountain Safety Research® Partners with the American Mountain Guides Association
SEATTLE, Wash. (May 16, 2018) - Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the Seattle-based high-performance outdoor equipment brand, recently announced their newest partnership with the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA). This partnership will enhance MSR’s already rigorous product testing process by including AMGA guides at the forefront of product development. “This is...
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May 16, 2018
Orange Mud Brings Out a Trio of New Products to Keep Athletes Organized, Focused, and Hydrated
Castle Rock, Colorado, [May 16, 2018] - Orange Mud (https://www.orangemud.com), a leading manufacturer of hydration packs for running, biking, and a range of other sports, this week released several new products. The first of the three, the Adventure Pack 12L, is a scaled-down version of the Adventure Pack 20L, designed...
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May 15, 2018
Mountain Safety Research® Awarded Innovator of the Year by Seattle Business Magazine
SEATTLE, Wash. (May 15, 2018) – Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®) is honored to be named Seattle Business Magazine’s Manufacturing Company of the Year in the Innovation Category. MSR was nominated among dozens of other manufacturers large and small from all over the state, and selected by judges as a finalist....
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May 15, 2018
ORTOVOX Announces Precautionary Recall of 3+ Avalanche Transceivers Running Software Version 2.1
Feedback from our SAFETY ACADEMY PARTNERS has revealed that, in some very rare situations, temporary disruption of the transmission function may occur on our 3+ avalanche transceivers running software version 2.1. This can lead to prolongation of the search process. The reason for the disruption is a software error. There...
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May 15, 2018
The American Alpine Club and Access Fund “Climb the Hill” in Washington
Golden, CO — The American Alpine Club (AAC) and Access Fund — two of our country’s foremost climbing advocacy non-profit organizations — brought over 60 climbers from across the country to Washington DC last week to speak with lawmakers about protecting our nation’s most spectacular public lands. The 3rd-annual public...
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May 15, 2018
Kitsbow Unveils V2 Collection for Spring-Summer 2018
PETALUMA, Calif. (May 15, 2018) — Kitsbow, maker of premium cycling clothing and accessories, today introduces the Spring-Summer 2018 V2 collection, built for the relentless cyclist, bearing craftsmanship, function, and style. “Creating cycling apparel that sets the bar for quality, style, and durability is Kitsbow’s main focus, and the new...
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May 15, 2018
As it celebrates 80 years of crafting premium footwear, SCARPA launches new N.A. website to more effectively convey its heritage
BOULDER, Colo. (May 15, 2018) – As SCARPA celebrates its 80th anniversary of crafting premium footwear for all aspects of mountain sports, SCARPA North America, its wholly owned distributor for the U.S. and Canada, this month launched a new website packed with new tools and features to more effectively convey...
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May 15, 2018
Vibram® Finished Goods Appoints New Sales Agency For New England Territory
CONCORD, Mass. (May 15, 2018) – Vibram, the worldwide leader in high performance soles and creator of the Vibram FiveFingers articulated toe shoe, is pleased to announce its new sales distribution partnership with Matt McClain. McClain will represent Vibram Finished Goods in Vibram’s New England territory. “Partnering with Matt gives...
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May 15, 2018
Yuba Opens New Distribution Center in France
Cotati, CA (May 15, 2018) - Yuba Bikes is excited to announce they’re expanding distribution throughout France and Europe with the establishment of a new distribution center, Cargo Bike Distribution SAS, located near Annecy, France. Yuba has been growing sales and presence throughout France to the point where expansion was...
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May 14, 2018
Jon Brideau Appointed World T.E.A.M. Sports CEO and President
Holbrook, New York, May 14, 2018 – World T.E.A.M. Sports announced today that Executive Director Jon Brideau has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and President of the national non-profit organization. Brideau, who joined the sports management organization in October, 2017, follows the retirement of Van Brinson, who served as CEO...