PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the outdoor sports industry. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
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September 5, 2019
Kokatat’s new HustleR rescue life vest nabs Paddling Magazine award
ARCATA, California— Kokatat’s new HustleR life vest won a prestigious Paddling Magazine Industry Award at the 2019 Paddlesports Retailer Show held Aug. 27-29 at the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City. The HustleR was one of just 11 winning products that were voted on from the 92 products featured in the...
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September 4, 2019
Pelican Debuts New Bright Colors for its VAULT by Pelican Multi-Purpose Cases
TORRANCE, Calif., September 4, 2019 – Pelican Products, Inc., known for its premium, high performance cases including the Pelican™ Air, classic Protector Case™ and Pelican Storm Case™ lines, has introduced brightly colored Marine Blue and Bright Green to the rock-solid and more affordable VAULT by Pelican case lineup. Designed to...
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September 4, 2019
SOLE Launches in Stores this Winter with Eco-friendly Footwear Made from Recycled Wine Corks, Trash and Natural Materials to Take Less from the Planet and Leave Less Behind
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (Sept. 4, 2019) — Canadian footwear and footbed manufacturer SOLE™ is rolling into stores and online this winter setting higher standards for authentically eco-friendly footwear that’s sure to please everyday adventurers, eco-conscious consumers and mother nature. SOLE is known and loved for the signature dynamic support of...
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September 4, 2019
Klean Kanteen Uses Carbon Offsets to Fund Local Solar Array
CHICO, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2019) – Founded in Chico in 2002, Klean Kanteen has donated 10 years’ worth of carbon offsets to help the Chico Women’s Club outfit their historic facility with a brand-new solar energy system. Established in 1913, the Chico Women’s Club persists today in supporting arts, education...
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September 4, 2019
Courtney Dauwalter Wins Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc (UTMB®)
CHAMONIX, FRANCE (Sep. 4, 2019) — Late Sunday afternoon—still dressed in her customary long prototype Salomon shorts that appear more suited to the basketball court than a running catalog—Salomon trail running athlete Courtney Dauwalter was trying to process the fact that she had won the famed Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc...
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September 4, 2019
IRONMAN and Suunto Partner To Create Suunto 9 Baro Titanium IRONMAN Limited Edition GPS Watch
TAMPA, Fla / OGDEN, Utah (Sept. 4, 2019) – IRONMAN, a Wanda Sports Group company, in partnership with Suunto, one of the global leaders in sports watches and precision instruments, announced today the launch of the Suunto 9 Baro Titanium IRONMAN® Limited Edition watch — utilizing the brand’s top-selling GPS multisport...
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September 4, 2019
World T.E.A.M.’s Adventure Team Challenge Begins September 6
Eagle, Colorado, September 4, 2019– Non-profit World T.E.A.M.’s inclusive Adventure Team Challenge begins September 6 in the rugged high Gore Mountains northeast of Eagle. Able-bodied and adaptive athletes from across the United States will compete in the outdoor adventure race that includes mountain biking, river rafting, climbing and orienteering. Pearl Meyer,...
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September 4, 2019
Sherpa Adventure Gear Partners with Arcade Belts to Launch Belt That Gives Back
Modesto, CA (Sept. 4, 2019) — Sherpa Adventure Gear, the socially-conscious company specializing in technical travel apparel, and Arcade Belts, the functional, lightweight and durable belt brand, are celebrating the fundamental importance of education with the new Arcade X Sherpa Rambler belt. For every belt sold, $5 will be donated...
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September 3, 2019
Grassroots Connect buying show confirms return to Denver, Nov 1-5, 2019
DENVER, COLORADO – Grassroots Connect, the national buying show of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, will return to Denver this November as well as returning to its “traditional” schedule format. Confirmed for Nov. 1-5, 2019, Grassroots Connect will again be held in the familiar setting of the Colorado Convention Center ground floor...
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September 3, 2019
5.11 Tactical Announces National Preparedness Month Lineup
Irvine, Calif. (September 3, 2019) –5.11 Tactical®, the global leader in innovative tactical apparel, footwear and outdoor gear, is celebrating National Preparedness Month in September by putting forth a series of activations spanning the brand’s reach across retail, online, partnerships, a nine-part web series and giveaways. The brand will host...