May 11, 2021

Solo New York Eliminates All Plastic from Packaging

NEW YORK, NY - May 11, 2021 - Solo New York, one of the biggest bag manufacturers in the world, today announced that it has met its goal of eliminating plastic from its packaging by the end of 2020. Solo established this goal in 2020, and all packaging for its...

May 11, 2021

Peak Design Uses Community to Create a Superior Used Gear Shopping Experience

San Francisco, CA (May 11, 2021) – Peak Design, the worldwide leader in crowdfunding and everyday carry solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the Peak Design Marketplace: a brand-guaranteed, peer-to-peer platform for buying and selling used Peak Design gear. By directly connecting buyers with sellers, Peak Design removes...

May 11, 2021

11th Annual ‘Kids to Parks Day’ Saturday, May 15, 2021

Washington, DC, May 11, 2021 – In commemoration of the 11th annual Kids to Parks Day celebration, National Park Trust is encouraging families to get outdoors and show their favorite park some love by participating in its #MyParkMyWhy social media campaign on Saturday, May 15, 2021. “We keep hearing from...

May 11, 2021

AdventureCORPS® announces Joe Nimble® as the Official Shoe of Badwater®

Oak Park, CA: AdventureCORPS®, the organization behind the legendary Badwater® brand and world-wide series of Badwater races, is pleased to announce Joe Nimble® as the Official Shoe of Badwater® for 2021. Joe Nimble® is the German shoe pioneer that has been championing the cause of toefreedom® since 1982 and has...

May 10, 2021

Lizard Skins Launches Their Newest Line of Long and Short finger Gloves

American Fork, Utah (April 26, 2021) — Lizard Skins, a longtime industry leader in grips and handlebar tape, knows about a rider’s contact points. So it’s only natural that they also make some of the finest gloves on the market. The new line offers three long-finger gloves, the Monitor Ignite,...

May 10, 2021

Short film by Outdoor Research shares story of finding community and inclusivity

SEATTLE, Wash. (May 10, 2021) – Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based manufacturer of award-winning outdoor apparel, continues the important conversation about creating a more inclusive space in the outdoor community with its new film, Escaladora. The short film shares the story of a community leader and OR ambassador, Monserrat Alvarez Matehuala,...

May 10, 2021

Backcountry.com Appoints Vice President of Owned Brands

PARK CITY, Utah (May 10, 2021) — Backcountry, the premier specialty retailer of outdoor gear, announces the hiring of Lynsey Lambert as VP of owned brands, effective today. Lambert brings 20 years of experience in product, retail and merchandising, and most recently joins Backcountry from Nike where she spent 12...

May 7, 2021

Tailwind’s Maggie Guterl Takes First at Cocodona

DURANGO, CO [May 7, 2021]- After three grueling days on the trail, Tailwind Nutrition athlete Maggie Guterl placed first in the female category and seventh overall in the inaugural Cocodona 250 late Thursday evening (May 6). This is the first year of the ultra race, which spans a curated route...

May 7, 2021

Kitsbow Expands Sizing Options to Meet Every Body’s Needs

OLD FORT, North Carolina (May 7, 2021)— Never afraid to explore new ground and innovate, Kitsbow announces an exciting step in their “Made to Order” journey: a renewed focus on inclusive sizing. Taking advantage of their unique ability to design, cut and sew completely within its factory in Old Fort,...

May 7, 2021

World’s Best Take On Expedition Oregon Adventure Race

Bend, Oregon — Team Bend Racing, the top-rated US team in international Adventure Racing (AR) and promoter of some of the most challenging multi-sport races in North America, will be hosting some of the best AR teams in the world from May 12-16 at the sold-out Expedition Oregon. Widely renowned...