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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June 23, 2016
Videographer Kate Hoof tells Compelling Story of World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Face of America Ride
Arlington, Virginia - Two disabled military veterans – one from the United States, another from Canada – are featured in a new video about national non-profit World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Face of America bicycle and hand cycle ride to Gettysburg from Virginia videographer Kate Hoof. With 600 participating cyclists from 36...
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June 23, 2016
United By Blue Opens New Storefront in Manhattan
Philadelphia, PA (June 23, 2016) – United By Blue, an innovator and leader in socially responsible products and business practices, is pleased to announce the company’s first brand store in New York City is open for business. Located in the Nolita neighborhood in Manhattan, United By Blue’s latest store offers a...
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June 23, 2016
15th Annual Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race Sees New Faces Atop The Podium
CAPITOLA, CA (June 23, 2016) – At Saturday’s 15th Annual Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race presented by New Leaf Community Markets, two first-time competitors climbed to the top of the podium. Robert Parucha, age 25, of Manhattan Beach, CA and Lachie Lansdown, 20, of Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia grabbed victories in the Unlimited...
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June 22, 2016
Stio Charges into Summer with New Jackson Hole Headquarters and Talented Hires
JACKSON, Wyo. (June 22, 2016) — Stio, the mountain lifestyle brand, today announced the company’s recent corporate headquarters relocation, which will support business growth and expansion, as well as the addition of five recent hires. The Jackson Hole-based company moved its headquarters from Wilson, Wyo. to Jackson in order to accommodate...
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June 22, 2016
Intova Announces Sponsorship of Race to Alaska
Intova, a leading manufacturer of waterproof action cameras and accessories, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Race to Alaska (R2AK), the longest human and wind-powered boat race in North America. The 750-mile race takes competitors along the rugged Inside Passage from Port Townsend, Washington to Ketchikan, Alaska. Intova...
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June 21, 2016
Outdoor Research Applauds Forest Service Access Announcement
This past week U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell announced steps aimed at making it easier for the recreation community to access national forests. The new policies, once fully implemented, will streamline the process of securing permits for guides, outfitters, non-profits and educational institutions....
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June 21, 2016
Bell Helmets, Giro Sport Design and CamelBak Sponsor Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition Regional Event Program
Boulder, CO, June 21, 2016 – Vista Outdoor brands -- Bell Helmets, Giro Sport Design and CamelBak -- have entered into a new partnership with the Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition (OIWC), the only organization focused on the inclusion of women in the outdoors from participant to CEO. The brands have joined...
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June 21, 2016
Teton Gravity Research Announces Groundbreaking Multimedia Surf Project; Drops First of Four Behind-the-Scenes Episodes
JACKSON, Wyo. (June 21, 2016) In the spring of 2017, global youth-culture media leader Teton Gravity Research (TGR) and Garage Entertainment will unveil Proximity, a new 18-month multimedia project that pairs surfing’s living legends with today’s most progressive young surfers. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Taylor Steele, Proximity showcases present-day surfing icons from different generations...
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June 16, 2016
Ibex Outdoor Clothing Taps Scott Parr as VP of Sales
White River Junction, VT (June 16, 2016) – Ibex Outdoor Clothing announces Scott Parr will be leading its sales team as Vice President, effective immediately. Parr brings a wealth of experience to his new sales position at Ibex. He has an extensive background in the outdoor, sporting goods and sport specialty industries, which...
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June 16, 2016
Sciessent Announces Partnership with Haglöfs, Supplies Lava™ Odor-Fighting Fabric Treatment
Wakefield, Mass. (June 16, 2016) - Sciessent, makers of a wide variety of odor-fighting and DWR finishes for the outdoor industry, today announces a partnership with Swedish apparel and footwear company Haglöfs. Sciessent will supply their Lava odor-adsorbing technology for use in selected pieces of Haglöfs apparel range. Non-toxic and bluesign®-approved, Lava effectively traps...
