December 23, 2021

SOG Specialty Knives Acquired by GSM Outdoors

With its buyout of SOG Knives, the outdoor giant expands its specialty blade, multitool, and EDC offerings. GSM Outdoors continues to grow in breadth and depth. This week, the hunting and shooting sports specialist keeps that trend going by acquiring SOG. Gear Junkie

December 23, 2021

Under Armour, Columbia Facing Headwinds

Under Armour and Columbia were downgraded by market analysts Stifel, highlighting the challenges facing the sports category. Analyst Jim Duffy lowered the two brands from “Buy” to “Hold” — while lowering Nike’s price target but maintaining its “Buy” rating. The analyst foresaw short-to-mid-term concerns limiting the upside of both brands....

December 20, 2021

Recycled Down is Here to Stay

Mason, OH /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Downlite Outdoor, a market leader in responsibly sourced down fills, has been selected as a trusted partner for recycled down jacket collections for leading brands such as Patagonia, Ralph Lauren, and Banana Republic. Collections are being released for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. As momentum...

December 20, 2021

Cotopaxi Launches Into Strategic Growth Trajectory With Inspiring New Hires

Salt Lake City, UT. (Dec. 20, 2021) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor brand and B Corp, Cotopaxi, is proud to announce the addition of seven key staff members to its leadership, signalling the start of a strategic growth direction for the benchmark-setting impact-driven brand. New to the team as of late...

December 17, 2021

Meet the First 2 Heli-Skiing Operators in the World to Go Carbon-Neutral

Last year, a small company in British Columbia was the first heli-skiing operator to go carbon-neutral. Now, there’s a second carbon-neutral heli-skiing team on the scene. In September 2020, Bella Coola Heli Sports achieved the impressive and the improbable — it became the first heli-ski operator in the world to...

December 17, 2021

Why Patagonia is Closing its North American Stores, Warehouse and Offices the Week After Christmas

Ever the industry contrarian, Patagonia is planning to close up shop temporarily for a quick break after the holidays. Originally announced late last month, the outdoor brand said that its stores and offices in the United States and Canada will be closed starting Dec. 25. The brand also said it...

December 16, 2021

SIA NextGen Study Offers Detailed Insights Into Growing Participation, Diversity in Snowsports

Park City, Utah (December 16, 2021) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The NextGen Study of Winter Participants, a report released today by Snowsports Industries America (SIA), offers a detailed look at the perceptions of young and diverse non-participants in winter outdoor sports — people who represent an untapped potential to grow participation....

December 16, 2021

Outside Interactive, Inc. Launches Exclusive Video Series Featuring Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist and World Cup Alpine Skier, Mikaela Shiffrin

BOULDER, CO — December 16, 2021/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outside Interactive, Inc., the world’s leading creator of active & healthy lifestyle content, events, and experiences, today announced the release of an exclusive video series featuring the world-class alpine ski racer, two-time Olympic gold medalist, six-time world champion, and three-time Overall FIS...

December 16, 2021

National Park Trust Announces Two New Board Members

Washington, D.C. (December 16, 2021)  /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The National Park Trust today announced that Katie Brossy, and Tom Smith have been elected to the Board of Trustees. Both will help further National Park Trust’s mission of preserving parks today and creating park stewards for tomorrow. Katie will be serving on...

December 15, 2021

Yukon Charlie’s Debuts Brand Refresh Amongst Industry Accolades

Denver, CO (December 15, 2021) – A leader in winter recreation and snowshoe gear, Yukon Charlie’s announced a bold and distinct new identity for the brand and it’s receiving a lot of attention. Coupled with the launch, Outside Magazine and Backpacker Magazine have recognized Yukon Charlie’s for their continued snowshoe product...