Nikwax, the manufacturer of PFC-free performance technical cleaners and waterproofing products for outdoor apparel, footwear and gear, introduced its performance waterproof downs—Nikwax Hydrophobic Down+ (NHD+) and Nikwax Hydrophobic Down Recycled (NHD Recycled). Key features of Nikwax Hydrophobic Down+ waterproof down fill: PFC-free; Exceeds 10,000 minutes on IDFB 18a shake test; Responsible Down Certified; Available in 650-to-900 […]
Author: Kate Ketschek
NEMO Celebrates Turning 20, Becomes Climate Neutral Certified
Nemo turns 20 this month and celebrates by becoming Climate Neutral Certified. Climate Neutral’s certification process builds on internationally recognized carbon measurement and neutrality standards. All certified brands must measure greenhouse gas emissions each year to maintain certification. Then, a brand must buy eligible verified carbon credits to compensate for its emissions, directing investment into […]
Nemo Introduces Car Camping Gear For 2022
Nemo introduces its line of car camping gear for 2022 as follows: Aurora Highrise 4P/6P features standing-height design, simple setup, bold colors; two doors and vestibules with Gatekeeper door clips for ease of entry; ample for families; fabrics and aluminum poles; printed floor fabric; Nightlight Pockets; and large side windows with mesh and integrated rain covers. Switch™ […]
Nikwax Releases Sustainability Report Thru 2025
Nikwax released its Sustainability Report through 2025. As a manufacturer of PFC-free aftercare products, Nikwax said it “understands it has a fundamental responsibility to preserve the natural environment while preventing further damage to the planet and its people.” And founded on these principles 45 years ago, and now as a global business, Nikwax said its […]
NEMO’s 2020 Kunai 2P Wins Backpacker’s Editors’ Choice Award
NEMO, an award-winning designer of outdoor gear and accessories that are built to improve the experience of adventure, has been awarded Backpacker Magazine’s most coveted recognition, the Editors’ Choice award, for its updated Kunai™ 2P tent. This is the brand’s sixth Editors’ Choice award from Backpacker.
Good To-Go Delivers 900 Meals To Food Banks From #DoBetter Holiday Campaign
Over the course of this past holiday shopping season, Good To-Go initiated its third #DoBetter campaign—donating one meal for every two purchased through its website with special one for one days from Black Friday to Cyber Monday.
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How Nikwax Created a Sustainable Trade Show Booth to Lessen its Climate Impact While Simultaneously Saving Money and Labor
NEMO’s 2020 Flyer, the First Self-Inflating Baffled Air Pad, Wins Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award
“Imagine putting your product up against a panel of 20 judges—some of them NASA scientists—in hopes it wins an award,” said Outdoor Retailer Daily’s Eugene Buchanan. That’s exactly what the team from NEMO did when they entered their 2020 Flyer™ self-inflating baffled air pad in the 2nd annual Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award competition. Of the […]
Good To-Go Continues #DoBetter Campaign This Holiday Season
1 Meal for every 2 Purchased will be donated to feeding America food banks.
NEMO’s Cam Brensinger Recognized With Business Excellence Award
The Business Excellence Awards were awarded in eight different categories, honoring individuals from New Hampshire-based businesses with less than 100 employees and those with more than 100 employees.
Ruffwear’s Winter 2019 Product Line Available Now
With new apparel, harnesses, and toys, the pioneering brand continues to build off its 25 years of designing products from the dog’s perspective.
Embark Coworking Space Opens in Bend, Oregon
New co-working space created for outdoor-focused companies and organizations.
Ruffwear’s Fall 2019 Product Line Available Now
With 25 years of designing gear from the dog’s perspective, Ruffwear continues to grow the outdoor adventure dog category it created.
Nikwax Founder Nick Brown Wins “Outdoor Oscar”
Maverick, non-conformist, trend setter and brave hero
NEMO Wins Several Awards At Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
Products recognized as some of the best of the show.
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