Nomadix, maker of The Only Towel You Need, made from post-consumer recycled plastics, announced its first insulated product, the Puffer Blanket, featuring Snappy Versatile. The Puffer Blanket adjusts from a packable blanket to a cloak for hands-free wearable warmth, to a minimalist sleeping bag, is made with 100 percent recycled materials, is water-resistant, sand and […]
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U.S. Ports Remain At Near-Record Volume As West Coast Contract Deadline Approaches
Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports expect to see near-record volume again this month as retailers meet still-strong consumer demand and protect their businesses from potential disruptions at West Coast ports, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation.
Osprey Introduces Two Packs In The Lightweight Backpacking Category
Osprey, a Helen of Troy brand and the manufacturer of performance-based carry solutions, introduces two premium pack series to its lightweight backpacking category. Atmos/Aura AG LT and Exos/Eja Pro feature advanced recycled fabrics and streamlined features in lightweight ventilated packs. The minimalist design and stripped-down features in the Atmos/Aura AG LT, are approximately 10 percent lighter than the original Atmos/Aura […]
Hydro Flask Introduces Spring Colors And Products For 2023
Hydro Flask, the manufacturer of performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and soft goods, and a Helen of Troy company, is introducing new colors in its Spring 2023 line-up at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. In addition to new colors, the collection also offers an expanded Outdoor Kitchen collection and the Flex Chug Cap accessory. “Our spring […]
SeaNSoul Opens Surf Shop In West Malibu
SeaNSoul, an online resale marketplace for outdoor gear and apparel, opened its first brick-and-mortar location in West Malibu, CA.
The Good Feet Store Opens 200th Location
The Good Feet Store has opened its 200th location in partnership with one of its veteran franchisees, Bridget Kelley.
Thermore Launches EvoDown
The Thermore Group, founded in Milan in 1972 by Lucio Siniscalchi, the company continues as a global insulation specialist for apparel with the third generation of the Siniscalchi family at the helm. This year, Thermore launched EVOdown, made of 100 percent recycled fibers from PET bottles, bridging the gap between free fibers and traditional padding, […]
Knog Celebrates 20th Anniversary, Relaunches Frog Bike Light
Knog, the designer of bike accessories and outdoor lighting products, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the relaunch of its Frog Bike Light this summer. In 2006, Knog introduced the silicone bike light and to mark the anniversary, the company is doing it again. “When Mal (McKechnie) and I (Hugo Davidson) designed the original Frog 16 […]
Tentsile Launches Ocean UNA And Ocean Hammock Made From Reclaimed Ocean Plastic
Tentsile, the manufacturer of portable Tree Tents, introduces the Ocean UNA and Ocean Hammock, both developed from reclaimed ocean plastic. The eco-friendly designs feature a smaller environmental footprint while still rich in features for camping in trees. Both tents will be released timed with World Oceans Day, and for every Tentsile Ocean product purchased, the […]
Osprey’s Spring 2023 Accessories Count Tops Over 70 SKUs
Osprey, a Helen of Troy brand and manufacturer of carrying solutions, relaunched its outdoor, travel and hydration accessories using recycled materials, PFAS-free fabrics and minimal packaging. Osprey’s Spring 2023 accessories count tops over 70 SKUs. Osprey Outdoor Accessories include dry sacks, stuff sacks, straightjacket compression sacks, roll/zip/padded organizers, and pack liners with lightweight, smart solutions […]
UCO Match Kit And Emergency Candles Offer Long-Lasting Light
UCO, the manufacturer of lighting and fire-starting for outdoor, home and emergency preparedness for over 50 years, continues to expand on its legacy for Spring 2023 with the Quicklite Match Kit and Emergency Candles. The Quicklite Match Kit is a compact match case that offers a one-handed operation, with a hinged spring-loaded lid for […]
Vasque Breeze Returns For Fall 2022
Vasque Footwear, a family-owned company of over 55 years serving the outdoor footwear industry, offers a modern take on its Breeze boot. For 2022, the Breeze takes the best elements from each iteration over the past eighteen years and combines them with sustainable, durable materials—from the midsole made from Sugarcane to 100 percent recycled webbing, […]
Nike Shutting Down Run Club App In China
Nike is deactivating its Run Club app in China. In a statement to Reuters, Nike said it plans to provide runners in China with an “enhanced and localized digital solution.”
Thor Industries Delivers 35 Percent Quarterly Growth
Thor Industries reported net sales for the third quarter were $4.66 billion, an increase of 34.6 percent as compared to the third quarter of fiscal 2021 due to continued strong RV demand.
Under Armour To Be Dropped From S&P 500 Stock Index
Under Armour will be deleted from the S&P 500 stock index before the start of trading June 21 and be added to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P Dow Jones said. The S&P 500 tracks the performance of 500 large companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges.