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January 22, 2024
The 14 Best Wellness Retreats in the World for Active Travelers
Health and wellness is highly personal. Sometimes our bodies want a challenging mountain trek and a big dose of carbs. Or, after I’ve adventured hard, I might crave a nourishing week of yoga or a few days of planted-based meals and mindfulness sessions, preferably on a beach somewhere. Other times,...
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January 22, 2024
Amer Sports Looks to Raise Over $1.6 Billion in IPO
Amer Sports, Inc., the parent of the Arc’teryx, Armada, Atomic, DeMarini, EvoShield, Louisville Slugger, Salomon, Wilson, and other sports and outdoor brands, launched an initial public offering of 100,000,000 ordinary shares. With the offering, Amer Sports granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to 15,000,000 additional ordinary shares...
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January 19, 2024
Christy Sports Expands Rental Program
Christy Sports, the premier outdoor retailer and service provider, announced an upgraded rental program offering guests online access to same-day gear rentals in as little as 30 minutes. The advanced online reservation system allows for nearly immediate access to the slopes, making it easier than ever to #stepoutside. The new...
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January 19, 2024
Study Finds Surfers 120 Times More Likely to Develop Melanoma Skin Cancer
According to a study from Australia’s Southern Cross University, surfers are 120 times more likely to develop melanoma skin cancer. The study used a a high-resolution digital dermatoscope with in-built artificial intelligence. The findings are a reminder to anyone who spends time in the sun to have their skin checked annually...
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January 18, 2024
Forbes: Campground Bookings See 500% Solar Eclipse Spike
On Monday, April 8, the rare sight of the sun’s corona around a new moon will be visible from a 115-mile-wide path stretching from Mexico to Atlantic Canada via parts of 15 U.S. states. Everyone else on the continent will see just a regular partial solar eclipse. Demand for campgrounds...
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January 18, 2024
John John Florence on the Impact of Protective Gear in Big Wave Surfing
JJF has plenty of experience when it comes to surfing large waves, which he brings to bear in the rest of the video outlining the leaps and bounds surfers and safety gear manufacturers have made. Though he may be biased (John John’s company, Florence Marine X, sells an impact suit),...
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January 18, 2024
Vail Resorts Adjusts Guidance After Rough Start to Season
Vail Resorts, Inc. has reported that interim season-to-date (STD) total skier visits were down 16.2 percent through January 7, compared to the prior-year STD period through January 8, 2023. Season-to-date total lift ticket revenue, including an allocated portion of season pass revenue for each applicable period, was up 2.6 percent...
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January 17, 2024
Interested In Smart Motorcycle Helmets? GoPro Snaps Up Forcite for Tech-Infused Helmets
GoPro, Inc. revealed its plans to acquire Forcite Helmet Systems, a pioneer in embedding technology into helmets. The financial terms were not disclosed. The company said it intends to boost Forcite’s vision to provide a safer, more dynamic motorcycling experience through tech-enabled motorcycle helmets with the long-term goal of tech-enabling other categories...
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January 16, 2024
Arctic Ascent with Alex Honnold
Alex Honnold embarks on an epic quest of unclimbed walls in one of the most remote corners of Greenland, a country on the frontline of the climate crisis in the new three-part series ARCTIC ASCENT WITH ALEX HONNOLD. Joining Alex on his quest are world-class climbers Hazel Findlay and Mikey...
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January 16, 2024
Bouldering Project Expands to Dallas, Acquiring Oso Climbing Gyms
Bouldering Project, an innovator in the growing climbing gym industry, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Oso Climbing Gyms in Dallas, Texas. Oso, a 35,000-square-foot facility opened in May of 2020. The gym offers 8,500-square-feet of bouldering terrain, a dedicated yoga and fitness studio with a full schedule of...
