February 6, 2023

2x Olympian Nick Symmonds Launches the ‘Impossible Obstacle Course’ Competition with a Grand Prize of $25,000

  Eugene, Oregon – February 6, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Nick Symmonds, 2x Olympian in Track & Field, is on a mission to find the strongest, most well-rounded athlete in the world – and reward them with $25,000. Symmonds is the mastermind behind the new Impossible Obstacle Course that’s designed...

February 4, 2023

GoPro’s Sales Drop 18 Percent In Fourth Quarter

GoPro, Inc.’s profits on an adjusted basis fell 68.2 percent in the fourth quarter as sales were down 18 percent. “GoPro ended the year with solid balance sheet metrics and $367 million in cash after repaying debt of $125 million and repurchasing $40 million in stock,” said Brian McGee, GoPro’s...

February 3, 2023

Helly Hansen Celebrates Ski Patrollers Worldwide on International Ski Patrol Day 2023

OSLO, NORWAY (February 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - On February 10, 2023, leading global ski brand Helly Hansen will participate in the second annual International Ski Patrol Day to celebrate and recognize the extraordinary ski patrollers who keep resorts open, safe, and fun for people of all ages and skill levels. All...

February 3, 2023

REI, union agree to hold election after Cleveland employees walk out

According to the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU), employees returned to work at 1:30 p.m. The agreement came after employees walked out at 9:45 a.m., demanding the right to vote in a free and fair National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election and for the company to stop what...

February 3, 2023

Wholesale RV Values Increase as New Shipments Decline

Eric Lawrence at Black Book reports this month that the results of shipments of new RV product going out is, as expected, an increase in the price of used. The report also found that auction volume was down: Motorhomes decreased 14.3% while towables dropped 1.51%. The average age of motor homes...

February 3, 2023

Broad Beta launches new podcast with in-depth interviews of women, gender queer climbers and skiers

Bozeman, MT (Feb. 3, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Through special events and written and audio media, Broad Beta — a newly launched media outlet — empowers, inspires and creates belonging for a diverse, underserved outdoor community. Conceived by Jeannie Wall and Leslie Gains-Germain while climbing the Nose on El Capitan, Broad...

February 3, 2023

How Much Does It Actually Cost to Ski?

The rising cost of skiing has been linked to consolidation within the ski industry, and to the rise of mega-passes. This magazine has written about this shifting financial landscape, with some writers arguing that the multi-resort passes throw “a lifeline” to 20+-day-a-year skiers. But that also means that the cost of...

February 2, 2023

Atomic Releases Climate Impact Statement and Announces Global Partnership with Protect Our Winters

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Ski equipment manufacturer Atomic has released its first annual climate impact statement and announced a global partnership with Protect Our Winters (POW) for 2023. The report details the company’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact through the transformation of its value chain and the development of a...

February 2, 2023

Kitsbow Recognized For Visionary Leadership in Sustainability by the North Carolina Business Council

Old Fort, N.C. (Feb. 2, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Kitsbow Cycling Apparel was recognized for Visionary Leadership in Sustainability by the North Carolina Business Council as part of their Sixth Annual awards ceremony in Raleigh, N.C. on January 26, 2023. Numerous businesses leading the way in sustainable practices, technologies, and...

February 2, 2023

Skip the sports drinks, non-alcoholic beer may be as good as, or even better, for post cycling recovery

While a cold pint of beer after a long day in the saddle is certainly enjoyable, we all like to ignore that beer and other alcoholic drinks have long been associated with adverse effects on performance and fitness. CW