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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March 29, 2018
Travelon’s founding partner and CFO of 20 years has passed.
We are sad to announce that Travelon CFO, Roberto Mustacchi died six months after being diagnosed with cancer. He was 63. Roberto’s intellect, passion and energy were the source of countless contributions to Travelon’s growth while he enriched and improved the lives of all those he worked with. Roberto leaves...
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March 28, 2018
Black Ember Partners With rygr for Public Relations in the U.S.
SAN FRANCISCO (March 28, 2018) — Black Ember, a lifestyle brand specializing in obsessively designed and crafted backpacks for the active urban nomad, names rygr, an integrated marketing firm, its public relations agency of record in the United States. A direct-to-consumer upstart rooted in San Francisco, Black Ember leads at...
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March 28, 2018
Darn Tough Vermont Earns Prestigious BACKPACKER Magazine 2018 Editors’ Choice Gold Award
Northfield, VT. (March 28, 2018) – Long praised for their ideal mix of comfort, durability and fit, Darn Tough Hiker Boot Sock Cushion socks have been awarded the most prestigious award in the outdoor industry: 2018 BACKPACKER Editors’ Choice Gold Award. BACKPACKER Magazine awards an unspecified number of Editors’ Choice...
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March 28, 2018
Accell North America Acquires Mobile Service Company Beeline Bikes
Kent, WA - March 28, 2018 - Accell North America (ANA), announces the acquisition of Beeline Bikes, a pioneering mobile channel expansion solution that delivers a turn-key sales, service and data acquisition solution tailored for Independent Bicycle Dealers (IBD’s). The investment solidifies ANA’s commitment to being the world’s most consumer-centric...
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March 28, 2018
Chamois Butt’r Announces Key Sponsorships and Athletes for 2018
PLEASANT VALLEY, Mo. (March 28, 2018) – Celebrating its 25th year in business in 2018, Chamois Butt’r, the ultimate skin lubricant and chamois cream developed to improve riding comfort, announces its support and sponsorship of numerous pro cycling teams and world-class athletes for the 2018 season. With products made specifically...
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March 28, 2018
Old Town® Canoe and Kayak Joins Live Outside and Play Tour
Old Town, ME – March 28, 2018 – Old Town, the century-old leader in innovative watercraft products, has announced that it will join the 2018 Live Outside and Play Tour; a seven-month excursion to the country’s top outdoor hot spots led by the Blue Ridge Outdoors and Elevation Outdoors Road...
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March 27, 2018
American Red Cross Recognizes Tender Corporation for Support of Hurricane Relief Efforts
LITTLETON, N.H. (March 27, 2018) — Tender Corporation, a leading manufacturer of insect repellents and bite treatments, has been formally recognized by the American Red Cross for its support of relief efforts following one of the most destructive hurricanes ever to strike Puerto Rico. In September 2017, Tender Corporation contributed...
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March 27, 2018
RinseKit Launches New Portable Shower Products and Accessories for Heat and Pressure On-The-Go
CARLSBAD, Calif. (March 27, 2018) – After a successful Kickstarter campaign and an incredible showing on Shark Tank, the award-winning portable pressurized shower system, RinseKit, reveals its new family of products. RinseKit debuts two new units and optional heater and portable pressure pump accessories. “We’ve engineered our new products to...
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March 27, 2018
Mammut Announces Transition in Leadership for North America
Williston, VT (March 27th, 2018) –Mammut, the Swiss producer of premium outdoor equipment and apparel since 1862, announces today a transition in its North American leadership, appointing Joe Prebich as managing director of Mammut North America. Bill Supple will transition from his role as CEO in late April, following 17...
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March 27, 2018
Quickfeat Gives Back by Making Contributions to Two Environmental Organizations
BEND, Ore. – March 27, 2018 – Quickfeat International, an apparel manufacturer, announced today that it has made significant contributions to both The Conservation Alliance and the Deschutes Land Trust (DLT) as part of the company’s initiative to give back to organizations with strong environmental and social missions. The Conservation...