February 26, 2024

The Indoor Climbing Industry Is Booming, but the Transition Has Changed the Sport

At the end of 2023, a total of 785 climbing gyms were open in the United States, compared to 353 gyms in 2014. That’s a 122 percent increase in less than a decade. The industry accumulates over $30 billion in revenue yearly, according to the Climbing Wall Association—rivaling the general fitness, health, and...

February 26, 2024

The National Forest Foundation and USDA Forest Service Launch Nature Connects Us Campaign

Missoula, MT. (February 26, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally-chartered nonprofit working to improve and restore the health of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and USDA Forest Service announced today the “Nature Connects Us” outreach campaign which sparks awakening and strengthening of all peoples’ connection to...

February 26, 2024

Rab elevates its popular Xenair range for active insulation in Spring/Summer 2024

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - British outdoor brand Rab (owned by Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.), also known as “Masters of Insulation”, introduces a significant update to its popular Xenair range for active insulation in Spring/Summer 2024. The updated styles are crafted with a new liner made of 100% recycled Polyamide, delivering an...

February 23, 2024

Merrell Expects DD Decline in 2024; Return to Growth in H2

Merrell brand parent company Wolverine Worldwide (WWW) outlined progress and planning for some of its top brands when discussing fourth-quarter and full-year results, pointing to the outdoor footwear brand as a key contributor.  Wolverine’s CEO Chris Hufnagel said the Merrell brand will have the opportunity to work more closely with...

February 23, 2024

Dive Into the Heart of Wing Shooting with Season Two of “Wild Upland” on Outdoor Channel This April

DENVER (February 23, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – GUN DOG magazine and Outdoor Channel announce the premiere of season two of Wild Upland on April 2 at 6:30 p.m. ET. Following the acclaimed first season, host Kali Parmley, returns with her trusty bird dogs, Lincoln and Jones, for more heart-pounding adventures across North...

February 22, 2024

Hidden gems, off-season trips highlights of 325.5 million national park visits in 2023

The National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million recreation visits in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4% over 2022. In addition to the continued growth in overall numbers, NPS data shows that visitation is increasing in the more traditional off-seasons at many...

February 22, 2024

MYSTERY RANCH and Vallfirest Unite to Increase Availability of Wildland Fire Management Solutions in the EU

[Bozeman, Montana - February 22, 2024] OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE – MYSTERY RANCH, pioneer of pack innovation with a legacy of load-bearing excellence and uncompromising comfort, is proud to announce its partnership with Vallfirest in a shared mission to contribute to global wildland fire management solutions. Through this partnership, MYSTERY RANCH firefighting...

February 22, 2024

Stromer Achieves Sustainable Growth in 2023, Despite Cycling Industry Headwinds

Oberwangen, Switzerland (22 February 2024) - OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE - Despite overall stagnant or declining markets in Europe, myStromer AG, the parent company of the two premium e-bike brands Stromer and Desiknio, was able to buck the general trend and continue to expand its market shares in the Netherlands and Belgium,...

February 22, 2024

Strava and Fi Partner to Launch a first-of-its-kind Integration for National Walk Your Dog Day

SAN FRANCISCO – February 22, 2024/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Strava, the leading digital community for active people with more than 120 million athletes, today announced a new partnership with Fi, the connected dog collar and health platform. Launched as a celebration of Walk Your Dog Day, Strava and Fi’s partnership gives athletes...

February 22, 2024

Cotopaxi Introduces Más Vida Resale Program

Salt Lake City, UT. (February 22, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Certified B Corporation™ and impact-driven adventure brand, Cotopaxi is proud to expand their gear trade-in program with the introduction of Más Vida, the brand's new resale program in partnership with Trove and Tersus Solutions, encouraging consumers not only to trade-in but...