May 17, 2018

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance announces nominees for 2018 retailer and vendor awards

 KNOXVILLE, TENN. - Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, this week announced the nominees for their 2018 retailer and vendor awards.  Winners will be announced on June 13, 2018, during Night One of the Grassroots Connect buying show in Knoxville,...

May 16, 2018

Mountain Safety Research® Partners with the American Mountain Guides Association

SEATTLE, Wash. (May 16, 2018) - Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the Seattle-based high-performance outdoor equipment brand, recently announced their newest partnership with the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA). This partnership will enhance MSR’s already rigorous product testing process by including AMGA guides at the forefront of product development. “This is...

May 16, 2018

Orange Mud Brings Out a Trio of New Products to Keep Athletes Organized, Focused, and Hydrated

Castle Rock, Colorado, [May 16, 2018] - Orange Mud (https://www.orangemud.com), a leading manufacturer of hydration packs for running, biking, and a range of other sports, this week released several new products. The first of the three, the Adventure Pack 12L, is a scaled-down version of the Adventure Pack 20L, designed...

May 15, 2018

Mountain Safety Research® Awarded Innovator of the Year by Seattle Business Magazine

SEATTLE, Wash. (May 15, 2018) – Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®) is honored to be named Seattle Business Magazine’s Manufacturing Company of the Year in the Innovation Category. MSR was nominated among dozens of other manufacturers large and small from all over the state, and selected by judges as a finalist....

May 15, 2018

ORTOVOX Announces Precautionary Recall of 3+ Avalanche Transceivers Running Software Version 2.1

Feedback from our SAFETY ACADEMY PARTNERS has revealed that, in some very rare situations, temporary disruption of the transmission function may occur on our 3+ avalanche transceivers running software version 2.1. This can lead to prolongation of the search process. The reason for the disruption is a software error. There...

May 15, 2018

The American Alpine Club and Access Fund “Climb the Hill” in Washington

Golden, CO — The American Alpine Club (AAC) and Access Fund — two of our country’s foremost climbing advocacy non-profit organizations — brought over 60 climbers from across the country to Washington DC last week to speak with lawmakers about protecting our nation’s most spectacular public lands. The 3rd-annual public...

May 15, 2018

Kitsbow Unveils V2 Collection for Spring-Summer 2018

PETALUMA, Calif. (May 15, 2018) — Kitsbow, maker of premium cycling clothing and accessories, today introduces the Spring-Summer 2018 V2 collection, built for the relentless cyclist, bearing craftsmanship, function, and style.  “Creating cycling apparel that sets the bar for quality, style, and durability is Kitsbow’s main focus, and the new...

May 15, 2018

As it celebrates 80 years of crafting premium footwear, SCARPA launches new N.A. website to more effectively convey its heritage

BOULDER, Colo. (May 15, 2018) – As SCARPA celebrates its 80th anniversary of crafting premium footwear for all aspects of mountain sports, SCARPA North America, its wholly owned distributor for the U.S. and Canada, this month launched a new website packed with new tools and features to more effectively convey...

May 15, 2018

Vibram® Finished Goods Appoints New Sales Agency For New England Territory

CONCORD, Mass. (May 15, 2018) – Vibram, the worldwide leader in high performance soles and creator of the Vibram FiveFingers articulated toe shoe, is pleased to announce its new sales distribution partnership with Matt McClain. McClain will represent Vibram Finished Goods in Vibram’s New England territory. “Partnering with Matt gives...

May 15, 2018

Yuba Opens New Distribution Center in France

Cotati, CA (May 15, 2018) - Yuba Bikes is excited to announce they’re expanding distribution throughout France and Europe with the establishment of a new distribution center, Cargo Bike Distribution SAS, located near Annecy, France. Yuba has been growing sales and presence throughout France to the point where expansion was...