May 4, 2026

Outdoor Retailer Announces First Wild Reach Creator Lineup, Powered by Popfly

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (May 4, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor Retailer, the platform for connection, learning, and outdoor innovation today, announced the first 10 creators as part of the new Wild Reach Initiative, a creator-powered program developed in exclusive partnership with Popfly. Connecting leading outdoor brands with a curated network of...

April 30, 2026

PACKFIRE to Showcase Foldable Fire Pits at Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, AZ May 15-17, 2026

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The company will showcase its foldable fire pits with live product demonstrations and on-site sales throughout the three-day event. PACKFIRE also welcomes opportunities to connect with members of the media, content creators, and the broader overland community in attendance. PACKFIRE makes full-size fire pits that fold flat...

April 30, 2026

Outdoor Retailer Appoints Matthew Mathiasen as Group Show Director Ahead of Minneapolis Debut

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — April 30, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor Retailer, the leading U.S. business event for the outdoor industry, today named Matthew Mathiasen as group show director, positioning the industry gathering for its next chapter of growth as it prepares for its August 2026 debut in Minneapolis. His appointment...

April 29, 2026

Switchback Spring headliners to include adventurer Griffin Post, ‘Best Day Ever’ film screening, and debut of OIA’s 2026 Participation Report

NEW ORLEANS (April 29, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Switchback Spring, the education and business gathering for the outdoor industry, this week unveiled three spotlight presentations for its upcoming event (June 16-18, 2026) in New Orleans, Louisiana. Designed to spur meaningful conversations and collective action, Switchback Spring’s featured presentations include the...

April 28, 2026

Curt Steinhorst to Keynote 2026 RVDA Convention/Expo

Fairfax, VA (April 28, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Best-selling author and executive advisor Curt Steinhorst will deliver the keynote address during the Tuesday general session of the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo on Nov. 10 at Paris Las Vegas. During his keynote presentation, “Can I Have Your Attention? Reach the Distracted Customer,” Steinhorst...

April 21, 2026

Outdoor Retailer 2026 Opens Registration, Launches “Make It Yours” Campaign Putting Industry in the Driver’s Seat

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (April 21, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor Retailer, the platform for connection, learning, and outdoor innovation, has officially opened registration for its 2026 show, August 19–21 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Marking a new era for the industry gathering, this year’s event is anchored by an expanded Hosted...

April 21, 2026

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect Show sees strong ongoing retailer, vendor attendance for Reno in June

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - As retailers and product vendors prepare for the upcoming Connect outdoor retail buying show in June, Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, is reporting continued strong and slightly upward trending attendance by retail buyers and brands,...

April 21, 2026

Dealer Registration Now Open for the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo

Fairfax, VA (April 21, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Dealer registration is now open for the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, taking place November 9–13, 2026, at Paris Las Vegas. This year’s Convention/Expo launches with a new and improved event website, offering a cleaner layout, easier navigation, and streamlined access to registration,...

April 16, 2026

Kingbull Expands UL-Certified E-Bike Lineup as UL Certification Becomes Key Safety Standard in the U.S. Market

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Kingbull confirms that its electric bike lineup is UL-certified, with certifications verified through UL’s official Product iQ® system. To date, 9 models have successfully completed certification, while 3 additional models—Hunter 2.0, Hunter 2.0S, and Ranger—are currently undergoing the certification process. As the U.S. electric bike market continues to...

April 16, 2026

2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo Exhibitor and Sponsor Information Available

(FAIRFAX, VA) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - RVDA, the National RV Dealers Association, is excited to announce that partnership, sponsorship, and exhibitor opportunities are now available for the premier industry event, the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, taking place at Paris Las Vegas, November 9-13, 2026. Click here for more information and to...