February 24, 2022

Strava adds 3D map feature to mobile app

Strava updated its mobile app Thursday and enabled 3D maps. For those using version 243.0.0, you will now be able to view 3D maps when planning rides, to account for route topography and elevation. You can also view route elevation for past activities. This feature had previously been available in...

February 24, 2022

Self-Driving Snowcat Will Pick You Up at Bottom of Ski Runs

The dolaGon Ski Lift is an autonomous vehicle that could open skier and rider access to terrain that lacks a permanent lift. The company’s homepage states, “Skiers are safely brought to elevations with access to powder and then the dolaGon drives itself down to any predetermined location.” Gear Junkie

February 24, 2022

Marmot Relaunches Marmot Research Team

Rohnert Park, Calif. — Feb 24, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Marmot is returning to its roots by revamping the original Marmot Research Team, and redefining what it means to test and evaluate its gear across a wide range of users. In 1971 the Marmot Mountain Club was founded by UC...

February 24, 2022

Shār Impossibly Good Trail Mix Wins 2022 Good Food Award

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The Good Food Foundation announced in January that shār’s impossibly good trail mix is a 2022 Good Food Award winner. The Good Food Awards are unique in that winners must show not only exceptional taste but also a strong commitment to environmental, social, and business ethics. Executive Director Sarah...

February 23, 2022

This Bonkers Two-Story Luxury RV Comes With a Nightclub Deck That Rises Out of the Roof

Austrian brand Marchi Mobile's ultra-luxe motorhome, the Elemment Palazzo Superior, looks like it teleported to earth from an underwater planet. With its  bonkers fishbowl-style cockpit, it features a wild design intended for extravagant road tripping, showcasing over-the-top features, including two separate stories and a pop-up rooftop nightclub. Robb Report

February 23, 2022

Exercise Can Build Up Your Brain. Air Pollution May Negate Those Benefits

Work out in polluted air and you may miss out on some of the brain benefits of exercise, according to two, large-scale new studies of exercise, air quality and brain health. The studies, which involved tens of thousands of British men and women, found that, most of the time, people...

February 23, 2022

Wolverine Delivers Revenue Growth of Nearly 25% in Q4 as Merrell, Saucony Hit 2021 Sales Records

Wolverine Worldwide reported strong fourth quarter and fiscal 2021 results as the footwear conglomerate faced supply chain challenges head on. The company – which owns Merrell, Saucony, Sperry, Keds and more – saw revenues of $635.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, up 24.7% versus the prior year. As...

February 23, 2022

Superfeet Bolsters Leadership Team with New CFO Hire and Internal Promotions

FERNDALE, Wash. (Feb. 23, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Superfeet, the global insole industry leader, announces the hiring of new chief financial officer, Cambria Schmidt, to support the brand’s continued domestic and international growth. A strategic leader, Schmidt brings 24 years of experience in finance and most recently served as CFO of Zoomget,...

February 23, 2022

Injinji Releases First Trainer Mini-Crew Sock In Brand History

San Diego, CA (February 23, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Injinji, the innovator of the patented five-toe-Performance Toesock™ for runners and outdoor enthusiasts, announced the release of their first ever Trainer Mini-Crew sock today. Designed for runners during their strength, cross-training, or circuit workouts, this new piece is designed to help runners...

February 23, 2022

Brompton Bicycle Launches Reinvented Flagship Models, Signals Innovation Ahead

NEW YORK (February 23, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Brompton, the London-based manufacturer of the iconic folding bike, is gearing up for a promising 2022 with a fleet of new, redesigned bikes. Represented with a fresh rebranding across its full line of bikes coupled with a host of exciting technologies and...