May 27, 2021

Outdoor Research focuses on inclusivity by offering extended, plus sizing in technical apparel

SEATTLE, Wash. (May 27, 2021) – Inspired by the lack of truly technical apparel and layering systems in inclusive sizes, Outdoor Research, the Seattle based manufacturer of outdoor apparel, will introduce extended and plus sizing in a range of base layers, insulation and shells for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022....

May 27, 2021

Rab Names New Rocky Mountain Sales Reps

Louisville, CO (May 2021) - Rab, an industry leader in merging the development of quality outdoor gear and apparel with sustainability and environmental awareness, announced today that it has named Stephen Nance and Corbin Biehler of the Colorado-based Freestone Sales Group as the company’s new sales reps for the Rocky...

May 27, 2021

Cascade Designs Expands Sales and IT Departments with Three New Hires

SEATTLE, Wash. (May 27, 2021) - Cascade Designs; the parent company of MSR, Therm-a-Rest, Platypus, SealLine, PackTowl and Varilite; announces three new hires in their sales and IT departments. Tim Lau will be joining the team as International Sales Manager for Canada and APAC, Jenni Schmidt will work as Senior...

May 26, 2021

Vista Outdoor acquires two companies, including an e-bike brand

Vista Outdoor, the parent company of CamelBak, Giro, Camp Chef, and others, has acquired e-bike maker QuietKat and the “hunt athleisure” brand Venor, adding to its portfolio of outdoor companies. OBJ

May 26, 2021

Co-op Studios: REI Takes Center Stage With New Production Company for Movies, Podcasts

REI Co-op announced it will launch an in-house content arm to produce films, podcasts, and editorial programs. The co-op already produces a quarterly magazine, storytelling podcast, and myriad how-to videos. But with the debut of Co-op Studios, the outdoor retail giant officially stakes its business interests in the world of multimedia entertainment....

May 26, 2021

Chaco Hits the Road with Fit for Adventure Tour

ROCKFORD, Mich. (May 26, 2021) – Chaco Footwear, the iconic outdoor lifestyle brand, is launching a national tour featuring a mobile factory bus and a Chillos Mobile Pop-Up. Consumers around the country will have the chance to meet the ReChaco Roving Repairs Bus- a vintage school bus turned mobile factory. Visitors will be able to drop...

May 26, 2021

Sea to Summit Announces New Sales Representation in Western and Eastern Canada

Boulder, CO (May 26, 2021) — Sea to Summit, the award-winning global adventure equipment brand headquartered in Western Australia, has partnered with two new sales agencies across Canada. Effective immediately, Mystery Mountain Sales in Western Canada and Escala Sales and Marketing in Eastern Canada will represent Sea to Summit. Together with...

May 25, 2021

We Need More Campsites

A shortage of places to camp is hurting the environment and limiting diversity in the outdoors. But there are some innovative solutions on the table. Outside

May 25, 2021

Gregory’s first-ever plus size pack collection now available for purchase

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (May 25, 2021) –Gregory, a global leader in pack fit and comfort for more than four decades, announces today another industry first with the launch of its long-awaited Plus Size Collection of backpacks. With 14 different pack styles across the day hiking, hydration, multi-day backpacking and...

May 25, 2021

New lifestyle frames by Costa Sunglasses offer premium lens technology in beach-ready styles

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Costa Sunglasses- the first manufacturer of color-enhancing, all-polarized glass sunglass lenses - grows its lifestyle collection just in time for summer with two new beach-ready lifestyle frames, the Rincondo and the feminine Maya. The new frames are built for those looking to enjoy long days on...