February 1, 2023

REI Trims 8% of Headquarters Staff

REI Co-op laid off about 8% of its headquarters staff in a move President and CEO Eric Artz said addresses “increasing uncertainty.” The cuts total 167 employees, which make up less than 1% of the overall company headcount. The Daily Outdoor Retailer

January 31, 2023

HEIMPLANET Relaunches in North America

HAMBURG, DE (January 31, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - HEIMPLANET, the modern outdoor brand developing inflatable tents and functional products with innovative design, is relaunching in North America, partnering with several reputable partners to serve specialty outdoor retailers and expand distribution. The HEIMPLANET expansion includes partnerships with Method Outdoor Collective for...

January 31, 2023

Aleck Preps for Growth with Multiple Key New Hires

Park City, UT (Jan. 31, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Aleck®, the makers of the Aleck 006, the industry’s best-selling wireless helmet audio and communication system, announced today the company has made key new hires in preparation for upcoming growth in the adventure sports market. The company’s newest team members include Simon...

January 31, 2023

Granite Gear Grounds Keepers Show Up for Nature Again in 2023

Two Harbors, MN — January 31, 2023 — Granite Gear’s Grounds Keeper program kicks off its 7th year of picking up trash from wild places and “leaving it better.” Since the program’s inception in 2017, a sponsored team of dedicated hikers, bikers, and paddlers has cleaned up over 36,025 pounds...

January 31, 2023

Work Sharp Successfully Defends Intellectual Property with Judgements Against Unauthorized Resellers

Ashland, Oregon (January 31, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Work Sharp announced today that a United States District Judge Michael McShane in the District of Oregon entered two judgments in favor of Work Sharp and against two unauthorized resellers of Work Sharp products.  In a written opinion, the Court found that...

January 31, 2023

onX Backcountry Announces Partners for Winter 2023

Missoula, Mont., January 31, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - onX Backcountry, a navigation and discovery app for outdoor enthusiasts, today announces its suite of powerhouse partnerships for the 2022-2023 winter season. By working closely with the American Avalanche Association (A3), AIARE, American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), Beacon Guidebooks), Bluebird Backcountry, SheJumps, and...

January 31, 2023

Heroes Wanted – Apply Starting February 1 and Become a Dynafit Trail Hero

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Ready for an extraordinary summer 2023 of trail running? Starting February 1, mountain endurance specialist DYNAFIT is again looking for passionate runners for the DYNAFIT Trail Hero Program. Awaiting the winners is a season full of races and events, exciting projects, a fantastic community, and an exclusive...

January 31, 2023

POC updates its sales organization in North America

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - POC, which has built a reputation on safety, innovation and design, is continuing to enhance its presence and support across critical markets with some updates to its North American and global sales organization. Jonas Sjögren, CEO, POC said – “The North American market has been a fundamental part of...

January 31, 2023

POC Introduces Propel Aerodynamic Eyewear

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - As part of its Aero initiative POC is delighted to release Propel, its brand-new cycling eyewear designed to enhance aerodynamics and performance for each rider. Developed for high-performance racing and to be the most aerodynamic cycling sunglasses POC has ever produced, Propel is lightweight with a large lens and...

January 31, 2023

PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume® Gains Adopters, Momentum

LATHAM, N.Y. (January, 2023) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - PrimaLoft® Inc., a global leader in advanced material technology, has seen a wave of brand adoptions of PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume® this winter season. ThermoPlume is made up of feather-like plumes of synthetic fibers specially designed to mimic the lightweight warmth, loft, softness and...