October 18, 2022

Princeton Tec Focuses on Innovation with Hire of Veteran Don Meredith

TRENTON, N.J. (Oct. 18, 2022) — Princeton Tec, the family-owned personal lighting manufacturer that has built USA-made products since 1975, named Don Meredith as Vice President of Product. Meredith will lead product development with strategic focus on innovation, vitality, and growth. He joins Princeton Tec with more than 25 years...

October 18, 2022

Yakima Partners with Meyer Distributing to Amplify Aftermarket Automotive Opportunities

Lake Oswego, OR (October 18, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Yakima, the pioneering manufacturer of cargo and gear management solutions, is excited to announce its new partnership with Meyer Distributing, the leading distributor of specialty automotive parts to retailers and dealers. After rekindling the two brands’ former relationship, Yakima products such as the...

October 18, 2022

Vasque Welcomes Three New Hires to its Product and Sales Teams

Red Wing, Minn. – (October 18, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Vasque Footwear, a family-owned company with more than 55 years of experience in the outdoor footwear sector, is pleased to announce several new hires across its product, merchandising and sales departments. These investments in talent will usher in an entirely new chapter of...

October 18, 2022

Sweet Protection Partners with Freeskier Jesper Tjäder for Exclusive New Products

(BOULDER, CO - October 18, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Sweet Protection, the industry leader in high-performance helmets, goggles and technical clothing, announced today that it has partnered with acclaimed Swedish freestyle skier and Olympic medalist Jesper Tjäder for a limited edition release of its Looper Mips Helmet and Boondock RIG Reflect Goggles, available...

October 18, 2022

Article One and Mission Workshop Launch New Styles in Collaborative Eyewear Collection Designed for Urban Cyclists

FLINT, Mich. (Oct. 18, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Article One, the artisanal eyewear brand boasting heirloom-quality Italian craftsmanship in athleisure and optical frames, today announced the launch of its second collaborative collection with Mission Workshop. Article One and Mission Workshop, a San Francisco-based company that creates bags, clothing, and footwear for...

October 18, 2022

Wild Rye and Skida Launch Exclusive Collaborative Collection for Title Nine

Ketchum, ID, Emeryville, CA, Burlington, VT, (Oct. 18, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Women-owned, led, and founded mountain and active lifestyle brands, Wild Rye and Skida, are proud to announce a new bike and snow apparel and accessories collaborative collection, designed exclusively for women-founded retailer, Title Nine. Founded in 1989, Title...

October 17, 2022

Nims Purja Issues Statement on Fatal Parachuting Accident

Famed mountaineer Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja was involved in a tragic parachuting accident that claimed the life of his instructor, Dean Waldo, on Oct .14. Now, Purja outlines some of what happened. Gear Junkie 

October 17, 2022

Happy Camper Capital Announces $25M Fund for Acquiring More Parks

A $25-million investment fund has been announced by Colorado-based real estate investment firm, Happy Camper Capital, to purchase six to ten additional campgrounds, RV parks, and marinas. In a press release, the company that the fifth fund reflects the continued expansion of private equity funds into the booming outdoor hospitality...

October 17, 2022

Polartec® Power Shield® Debuts Bio-Based Weather Protection Technology

Planet Earth, The Universe (October 17, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Announced today, Polartec®, a Milliken™ & Company brand, launches its all-new bio-based Polartec® Power Shield® fabric technology setting a new standard for sustainable weather protection. The launch signifies Polartec’s continued pivot to source living matter substitutes for petroleum-based products while increasing...

October 17, 2022

Active Insulation in a 9 oz. Package – Outdoor Vitals Releases New Vario Jacket

CEDAR CITY, Utah (Oct. 17, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Vitals, the Utah-based performance outdoor apparel and gear brand, today set a new benchmark in breathable insulation with the release of its Vario Jacket. The Vario is a versatile, 9 oz. jacket with breathable insulation and body-mapped ventilation designed for active...