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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...