March 11, 2019

Royal Robbins Reawakens Brand with Laser Focus on Active Travel and Growth Under Fenix Outdoor Ownership

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (March 11, 2019) — Royal Robbins unveils its Spring 2019 collection of men’s and women’s apparel in conjunction with a new brand campaign laser focused on active travel. Created by San Francisco-based Elixir Design, Royal Robbins’ new brand campaign – “Born in Yosemite, Built to Go Everywhere”...

March 11, 2019

The Conservation Alliance Announces Leadership Change

Bend, Ore., March 11, 2019 – The Conservation Alliance announces that Executive Director John Sterling will transition out of his role later this year. Following is a statement from John: Dear Conservation Alliance Members and Friends, I am writing to let you know that I have made the decision to...

March 11, 2019

Benedikt BöHm Crosses The Alps In 28 Hours And 45 Minutes

A Transalp second to none: Speed Alpinist and DYNAFIT General Manager Benedikt “Beni” Böhm pushes the limits of time with his project “Speed Transalp - Non-stop.” On March 09-10, 2019, Böhm crossed the Alps on touring skis from north to south in one push in only 28 hours and 45...

March 8, 2019

Big Agnes’ Tiger Wall Platinum Named Backpacker Editors’ Choice

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (March 8, 2019) – Big Agnes®, the award-winning manufacturer of tents, sleeping bags, pads, apparel and camp furniture, announced today it has been awarded the 2019 Backpacker Editors’ Choice Award for the Tiger Wall Platinum tent. The honor is one of the most prestigious awards in the...

March 8, 2019

Alpacka Raft Continues Innovation Legacy with 2019 Packraft Line

MANCOS, Colo. – Alpacka Raft, the industry leader in research and development of modern packrafting, today announced the release of their 2019 packraft lineup highlighted by the Classic, Expedition, Wolverine, and two-person Oryx. Alpacka’s iconic original model, the Classic delivers adventure driven fun from the backyard to the backcountry. All...

March 7, 2019

Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Grant Supports World T.E.A.M. Face of America Program

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – Thanks to a generous grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, four adaptive military veterans living with paralysis will enjoy riding new hand cycles at national non-profit World T.E.A.M. Sports’ May 3-5 Face of America inclusive cycling challenge to Gettysburg. The Direct Effect Quality of Life...

March 7, 2019

2019 Copp-Dash Inspire Award Grant Recipients Announced

March 7, 2019 (Salt Lake City, Utah) - The Copp-Dash Inspire Award, sponsored by Black Diamond Equipment, La Sportiva, Mountain Hardwear and Patagonia (with additional in-kind support from Adventure Film Festival, the American Alpine Club, Jonny Copp Foundation and Sender Films), announced the 2019 winners of the climbing grant established...

March 6, 2019

REGGIE Cycling Apparel Hires SIMBOL Communications as PR Agency of Record

Port Hope ON, Canada — Whether it’s classy camo, sleek debossing, awesome pattern mashups, or any of their other standout designs, REGGIE cycling apparel is aiming for substantial growth south of the border to add to its widespread Canadian fanbase. To that effect, they’ve hired the industry veterans at Park...

March 5, 2019

SYNC Performance Kickstarter Receives 100 Percent Funding for New Engineered Down Jacket in Eight Hours

VAIL, Colo.—March 5, 2019 — SYNC Performance, the ski apparel, speed suit, and equipment company based in Vail, Colo, launched today it’s third Kickstarter campaign to fund the first production run of a revolutionary down skiing jacket technology. The campaign, which was set to run for a month, has exceeded its...

March 5, 2019

Native Eyewear Launches Summer 2019 Sunglass Collection

BOULDER, Colo. (March 5, 2019) - Native Eyewear announced today the official launch of the final two  styles that complete its 2019 sunglass collection. LA REINA™ and FOUR CORNERS™ are now available for purchase in stores and online. The two new frames offer fresh looks on proven tech, inviting style...