April 1, 2021

Nikwax Develops New Product to Lighten the Load

[April 1, 2021, Seattle, WA]—Nikwax, a leader in developing innovative technologies for outdoorists, from high performance PFC-Free aftercare to a hydrophobic down fill that withstands a 10,000 minute shake test, announced today a new aftercare product. “We are so pleased to share our newest product, HE3. Direct,” said Heidi Allen, VP...

April 1, 2021

Kodiak Hikes to New Heights in Spring ’21 Collection

Cambridge, Ontario, April 1, 2021 – Kodiak is taking its 110 years of boot-making expertise to the trails with the Skogan, a new premium hiking boot. The Skogan is the hero of Kodiak’s Spring 2021 collection, which features footwear built to both work and play hard. “To create the Skogan...

March 31, 2021

Hyland’s Powered Announces 2021 Ambassador Lineup

LOS ANGELES – March 31, 2021 – Hyland’s, a century-old leader in creating products to support a healthy, active lifestyle, is proud to announce its 2021 Hyland’s Powered Ambassador Team. The Hyland’s Powered team includes 85 marathoners, ultrarunners, triathletes and cyclists from 27 states who will represent the brand at high-profile events...

March 30, 2021

11 Dead Outdoor Gear Brands That You Should Know

Their logos no longer adorn backpacks and tents, but their impact lives on in the gear we use today. Gear Patrol There isn't a graveyard for brands, but they do die. They fizzle out, go bankrupt, get sold off to equity firms and are subsumed by other companies. Such has...

March 30, 2021

Kora Announces New Neema Collection of Lightweight Technical Base Layers

March 30, 2021 - Kora (https://koraoutdoor.com), the pioneer in using yak wool for performance apparel, today announces the launch of its new Neema Collection, a lightweight blend of yak wool, merino, and CoolMax Eco™. The fabric is designed around four-season activities and provides thermoregulation and breathability in all temperatures. Neema...

March 30, 2021

Suunto Bolsters Award-Winning Sports Watches With All-New Premium Models

HELSINKI, Finland (March 30, 2021) — Suunto, the global leader in sports watches, dive computers and precision instruments, today announces the addition of new premium variants to the brand’s two award-winning sports watches, the Suunto 7 and Suunto 9. Both watches feature a new minimalistic design with high-grade five titanium bezels...

March 30, 2021

HOKA ONE ONE® x Cotopaxi® Empowers All Athletes to Explore the Trails

(Salt Lake City, Utah and Goleta, Calif.), Mar. 30, 2021 – Outdoor and B Corp brand Cotopaxi® and leading footwear brand HOKA ONE ONE®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), have joined forces to launch a colorful collaboration featuring limited-edition riffs on two signature styles. Born out of a...

March 29, 2021

This New Documentary Breaks Down Size Barriers in Cycling

Cycling traditionally not made room for riders in bigger bodies. Kailey Kornhauser and Marley Blonsky are on a mission to change that mindset. The duo is featured in a new Shimano Originals film, All Bodies on Bikes, which is out on March 29. Bicycling

March 29, 2021

Cotopaxi Releases 2020 Impact Report

Salt Lake City, UT. (March 29, 2021) -- Today, Cotopaxi—Benefit Corporation and outdoor gear and apparel brand—released its annual Global Reporting Initiative referencing impact report. The report aims to provide balanced and quantified information with regards to the brand’s holistic corporate social responsibility performance as well as to its giving...

March 29, 2021

Apple Considers Launching Rugged Watch for Extreme Sports

Apple Inc. is considering launching an Apple Watch with a rugged casing aimed at athletes, hikers and others who use the device in more extreme environments, according to people familiar with the matter. Bloomberg