November 9, 2022

Yakima Announces New Global Organization Structure to Accelerate Growth and Increase Collaboration

Lake Oswego, OR (November 9, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Yakima, the pioneering manufacturer of category leading cargo and gear management solutions, announces that Ryan Martin, current CEO of the Americas Region, will increase his responsibilities to also drive strategic direction and growth in Australasia (Australia, New Zealand & neighboring Pacific...

November 8, 2022

Nation’s Largest RV Maker “Focused” On Going Electric

RV market leader Thor Industries is looking for a way to reduce its environmental impact. After rolling out an electrified prototype for its Airstream brand earlier this year, Thor Industries has formed a strategic alliance with EV startup Harbinger Motors. That could lead to all-electric versions of Thor’s various RV...

November 8, 2022

Born in the City, Raised in the Mountains – 686 turns 30 and hires new president!

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – November 13th marks 30-years since technical apparel brand 686 shipped its first order. Founded in a college classroom at USC by Michael Akira West, 686 remains independently owned and operated by West to this day. 686 celebrates this anniversary with a look back at three heritage pieces coupled with an...

November 7, 2022

Compass Diversified sales up 22% in third quarter; raises outlook

Compass Diversified, which owns BOA, Lizard Skins and PrimaLoft among other brands, recorded sales of $598 million in its most recent quarter, up 22% from the same period last year. BRAIN

November 7, 2022

New SuuntoPlus™ advances make it easy to integrate sport tech innovations with Suunto watches

HELSINKI /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Our aim at Suunto is to help outdoor athletes reach their goals. We do this by engineering cutting-edge GPS sports watches and building a vast ecosystem of complimentary sports and outdoor tools and services. “As a triathlete myself, I’m always looking for a competitive edge and technology...

November 7, 2022

BRANWYN | Performance Innerwear Transitions to ZQ-Certified Wool

Bend, OR – Nov. 7, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - BRANWYN | Performance Innerwear, the merino wool performance Innerwear brand made by women for women, is thrilled to announce a transition to ZQ-certified wool. Widely considered the world’s leading ethical wool, ZQ has long been the wool of choice for world-class...

November 7, 2022

Houdini Sportswear Opens New Hub in Downtown Shopping Landmark in Stockholm

STOCKHOLM, (November 7, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Houdini Sportswear, the functional life wear company committed to designs that are versatile, circular and timeless, is taking a next step in its brand acceleration by opening a new hub in a landmark location in vibrant Kungsgatan in the Swedish capital city. Just opened, the...

November 4, 2022

REI to Offer Healthcare to All Employees Next Year

Starting in 2023, REI is set to sharply expand its employee medical coverage. The co-op announced that beginning January 1 every REI employee—barring those who have existing coverage through other employers—will be eligible for healthcare under the new REI Access Plan, which provides comprehensive insurance through Aetna. Outside

November 4, 2022

Dick’s Sporting Goods Launches $50M Investment for Next Generation of Sports Companies

Dick’s Sporting Goods announced the launch of DSG Ventures, a $50 million in-house fund that will invest in innovative companies that will help shape the future of sport. To start, the initiative will focus its efforts on companies and rising entrepreneurs that directly serve athletes and their communities, or that...

November 4, 2022

King Oscar Celebrates 120 Years as the King of Seafood

San Diego, Calif. (November 04, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ King Oscar, the legendary Norwegian seafood producer, is proud to celebrate its 120th anniversary on Tuesday, November 29th, 2022. King Oscar, currently the top purveyor of specialty seafood in the United States, remains committed to the heritage, craft and quality that earned...