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Chaco Footwear and multi-Platinum selling country artist Thomas Rhett announced the latest Chaco x Thomas Rhett collaboration expanding on last year’s collection.  The limited-edition sandals are inspired by Rhett’s love for the outdoors and memories on the river with his family. With two patterns available in adult and kid’s sizes, the collection features the colors […]

Chaco, manufacturer of the Z sandal, is furthering its commitment to sustainability using sandal webbing made from 100 percent recycled Repreve material in its signature styles. Chaco is partnering with Unifi to create its Repreve fiber. The fiber is the result of reusing 31 billion plastic bottles to date, which are cleaned, broken down and […]

Charge, the direct-to-consumer electric bike brand, is partnering with the US Open Pickleball Championships for the second year as an official sponsor of the event. The seven-day competition draws spectators and competitors worldwide, including Charge Bike ambassador and professional pickleball player Catherine Parenteau. Last year Parenteau won gold in the women’s pro doubles and mixed […]

Outdoor Vitals, the Utah-based performance outdoor apparel and gear brand, announced its new product releases for SS22; they include: Tern Ultralight Merino Wool Shirts are available in short sleeve and long sleeve hooded options; the shirts have a 115-gram weight and use NuYarn technology to create a lightweight, odor-resistant, and breathable fabric. Both shirts have ample stretch, UPF […]

IRocker launched its Nautical Kids paddle board. Founder and CEO Steve Elder worked closely with his kids to perfect the detail and design of the smaller and lighter boards. “Drifting through the water on a board is one of our favorite things to do as a family, but we used to find ourselves crammed onto […]

Honey Stinger has introduced its latest Nut + Seed Bar featuring a nut-butter filling covered in caramel and rolled in nuts and seeds for a protein-rich, post-exercise bar. With 14 grams of protein and 25 percent of the daily recommended value of antioxidants Vitamins A, C and E, the Nut + Seed Bar offers fuel […]

Cambridge, Ontario, March 29, 2022 – After the successful launch of the Skogan and Stave day-hiking boots last year, Kodiak, the 110-year-old Canadian footwear brand, is doubling down on the trails with more hiking styles for both men and women in Spring ’22. The new collection also furthers Kodiak’s Built For What Matters sustainability initiative, […]

Charge, the electric bike brand, announced its 2022 Women in Charge brand ambassador program. The company said it “selected inspiring women across sports, fitness, health and wellness to lead the program,” but will continue to highlight all women who participate in the cycling industry. “We recognize that the cycling industry often underserves and underrepresents women,” […]

Chaco announced it would take to the road again this year with an expanded Fit For Adventure Tour offering on-site repairs for its sandals and custom Z Sandals and Chillos. “We hear about lifelong memories made in Chacos, and it was great to hear so many of those firsthand on tour last summer,” said Lauren […]

Pearl Izumi released its Spring 2022 line featuring mountain bike apparel and protective gear for trail riders, including chamois technology for a comfort ride. It also expanded its product range in the gravel and BikeStyle categories. The Spring 2022collection includes: Elevate Knee Guard Summit Elbow Guard Summit Pro Shell Short  Summit Pro Jersey  Summit Short  […]

Saucony announced the drop of its Peregrine 12, the latest version of the brand’s trail franchise. Bottom-to-top updates offer a shoe that is an ounce lighter, with a redesigned 5mm lug pattern while PWRTRAC rubber ensures maximum traction and grip. A new and improved rock plate sheds moisture and provides more flexibility, while a more […]

Honey Stinger launched its College Hive NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) program for collegiate athletes. The program is an extension of its athlete ambassador community, The Hive. “Honey Stinger is used by over 250 NCAA programs and is trusted by strength coaches and dietitians from all Power 5 Conference schools,” said Rich Thompson, interim CEO, Honey […]

LOUISVILLE, Colo. (Jan 18, 2022) — PEARL iZUMi, the worldwide leader in cycling apparel and footwear, is pleased to announce its official partnership with Canadian freeride mountain biker, Mark Matthews. Matthews, 31, will work with PEARL iZUMi to be a voice for the brand’s initiatives centered around the mountain bike community, sustainability and culture. “I am stoked […]

  Following its move into the gravel category in 2021, Pinarello, the Italian bike maker, announced its Scuderia ambassador team for 2022. “The Scuderia brings together athletes and community leaders from unique corners of the cycling and adventure sports sectors to motivate and inspire others to tap into the power of riding bikes. Whether racing […]

Pearl Izumi has launched its first limited-edition Grateful Dead collection, which includes jerseys, baselayers, bibs, and accessories. To create the collection, the company’s “resident Dead Head,” Taylor Eckelberger, blended the band’s “Steal Your Face” logo with a tie-dye-meets-dancing-skeletons theme. “The Grateful Dead’s impact on American music and culture really can’t be overstated,” said Pearl Izumi’s Director […]