July 9, 2021

Secondhand Sales, Re-Used Gear Sales Booming

According to Jungle Scout’s 2021 Consumer Trends Report, a quarterly study of 1,000 U.S. consumers, nearly 32% of respondents looked for pre-owned gear online, with 44% responding that they’ve purchased or sold used equipment online over the past 12 months. While 66 percent% of respondents used Amazon for their secondhand...

July 8, 2021

Camping World invests in van-conversion company Happier Camper

Camping World Holdings Inc. said it has made a strategic investment in Los Angeles-based Happier Camper Inc., the developer of a patented modular van conversion system called Adaptiv. This partnership will deliver the Adaptiv system and technology products for van and camper conversions to nationwide Camping World SuperCenters, the company said....

July 8, 2021

TransRockies Race Series Announces Garneau as Apparel and Stage Title Sponsor for TransRockies Gravel Royale

Calgary, A.B. (July 8, 2021) — TransRockies Race Series, a global leader in adventure stage races, today announces Garneau, creator of durable and performance cycling apparel, as the official apparel and stage title sponsor for TransRockies’ newest event, Gravel Royale happening this August in British Columbia. “We’re stoked to be...

July 8, 2021

IZIP Bikes Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation and Good Vibes

KENT, Wash. (July 8, 2021) — IZIP Bikes, a long-standing leader in the electric bike industry, celebrates its 15 year anniversary this summer. Founded by electric car pioneer Malcolm Currie, the company’s origins are rooted in the innovative technology of the EV1 automobile—the world’s first mass-produced electric car. Today IZIP...

July 8, 2021

WNDR Alpine launches the Reason 120 backcountry ski with new material properties and greater biobased content

Salt Lake City, Utah - WNDR® Alpine, - the pioneering outdoor brand launched as part of advanced materials company Checkerspot - unveiled its new ski lineup today, complete with improved material properties, increased biobased content, and a new, powder-focused backcountry shape: the Reason 120. WNDR Alpine’s innovation lies in cutting...

July 8, 2021

Inside The Call: Hydro Flask Recaptures Robust Growth In Q1

Hydro Flask resumed its strong growth rate in the first quarter ended May 31 after being disrupted by changing behaviors and store closures during the pandemic, according to the quarterly report of its parent, Helen of Troy. The water bottle brand also saw significant gains in market share in the...

July 8, 2021

Oros Outerwear Gets $14.5 Million in Funding

Oros, a Portland, Ore.-based technical outerwear brand, has received $14.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Elizabeth Street Ventures and Enlightenment Capital. Also participating in the financing are entrepreneur Thomas Tull, the chairman of Snap Inc.; Michael Lynton, and Brandon Shainfeld, among others. The brand is known for using...

July 8, 2021

Rossignol Group welcomes new sales agent for Dynastar and Lange brands

Park City, UT – July 8, 2021 – Rossignol Group is pleased to welcome John Segal to lead sales for the Dynastar and Lange brands in California and Nevada sales territory, effective immediately. Segal will be tasked with supporting current retail partners in the territory while simultaneously driving sales and...

July 7, 2021

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance expands to 196 retail doors, as Big Agnes and Osprey join as vendor partners

ASHEVILLE, NC (July 7, 2021) -- Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, is announcing the addition of five new retail members as well as the addition of Big Agnes and Osprey as vendor partners. The new retailers include Active Endeavors...

July 7, 2021

Oberalp Group Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability

Boulder, CO (July 2021) - The Oberalp Group, which owns SALEWA, DYNAFIT, POMOCA, WILD COUNTRY, and EVOLV, recently unveiled its 2020 Sustainability Report and reaffirmed its commitment to a unique and comprehensive strategy focused on employee wellness, safe factory conditions, philanthropy, and environmental sustainability. The Oberalp Group published its Sustainability...