Author: Suzanne Hermann

Cycling and outdoor accessory brand Knog expanded its Blinder Light collection to launch in Spring 2023. The latest Blinder Integrated front light range from Knog combines aluminum CNC construction, a compact design, optimized beam angles, powerful light output, multiple mounting options, and a competitive price per lumen for commuters and road cyclists.  Available in 600 […]

Bainbridge Island, WA – March 1, 2023 – Awarding-winning outdoor heating brand Ignik proudly announces the evolution of its FireCan line with the all-new FireCan Deluxe. With its dual-action fuel output and removable grill, users now have the option for easy, portable outdoor cooking in addition to a warm, safe campfire anywhere they go. With […]

G. Loomis, the renowned manufacturer of performance-driven conventional and fly fishing rods, is proud to announce the IMX-PRO OFFSHORE series. This comprehensive lineup of purpose-built 20 to 80-pound class rods features a range of technique-specific actions designed for West Coast offshore anglers. Dynamic fisheries, challenging conditions, and iconic game fish define the offshore experience of […]

Ignik, a Bainbridge Island-based brand, expanded its ski resort retail partnerships adding North American ski resorts Mammoth Mountain, Palisades Tahoe and Killington Ski Resort. Ignik, founded in 2019, produces personal heating products that are biodegradable, refillable and rechargeable. Continued expansion in the ski resort retail space aligns with the brand’s roots and mission as the […]

Shimano North America Fishing added to its lineup of reels with three new offerings that provide value to a wide spectrum of anglers from saltwater bottom fishermen, tournament-savvy bass enthusiasts and swimbait experts.  Speedmaster II 8 & 10: The SpeedMaster II series of lever-drag reels expands with two new models for 2023. The addition of […]

Sierra Designs expanded its Pushing the Limits collection with two new product releases, the Elemental Quilt and Flex Hike daypack. The Elemental Quilt, available Spring 2023, shown right, is a hybrid sleeping bag and quilt made with a PFC-free 100 percent recycled 10D nylon ripstop shell and liner and 100 percent recycled SierraLoft Eco synthetic […]

Branwyn|Performance Innerwear, the merino wool performance innerwear brand, transitioned to ZQ-certified wool.  In compliance with Reach and Oeko-Tex standards, Branwyn extended its commitment to ethical wool through a partnership with The New Zealand Merino Company, which sets the ZQ Grower Standard.  “At Branwyn, the health of our customers, our sheep and our planet has always […]

Branwyn|Performance Innerwear released its limited edition ‘Bra for the Cure’ with ten percent of sales donated to support the fight against breast cancer. All funds will be donated equally to Susan G. Komen and Casting for Recovery.  Designed to be worn as a crop top or as a bra, the Bra for the Cure offers […]

Ignik, the Bainbridge Island brand, released its Backside Heated Seat Pad, offering battery-powered portable heat built for the outdoors. The Backside Heated Seat Pad is lightweight and can turn a chair into a heated seat. Made with a weather-resistant, bluesign-approved 100 percent recycled fabric outer and dense foam, it includes an intelligent controller which maximizes […]

Astral released a limited edition of its iconic Layla PFD to acknowledge the dedication of its athletes and employees. Whitewater enthusiasts Nicole Mansfield, Kate Shea and Ollie Smithers designed the equipment reflecting their combined love of the water with the same safety and fit features.  Astral CEO and founder Philip Curry and Shirley Shepherd introduced […]

SylvanSport, the Brevard, NC-based maker of trailers and camping gear, launched the Loft rooftop tent, suitable for rooftop camping on cars, trucks and SUVs. The Loft sets up and packs down in under a minute with four hydraulic assist arms. Other key features include an anti-condensation mat to increase airflow and moisture absorption, a thick mattress […]

July 21, 2022 – Melbourne, Australia – Dedicated to making fresh and ‘unboring’ things, bike and outdoor lighting accessory designer Knog presents riders with a new and incredibly versatile rear bike light: the Blinder Link. Available in both a rack and saddle mounting system, the Blinder Link allows riders the freedom to choose where to […]

Appalachian Gear Company, the U.S. manufacturer of outdoor apparel and equipment performance gear, released its AG-Tee made with a blend of 80 percent Alpaca and 20 percent Tencel for use in varying climates and environments.  Combining the quick-dry, breathable and thermoregulating qualities of Alpaca with the softness and durability of Tencel, the technical fabric tee […]

Branwyn Performance Innerwear, the sustainable performancewear brand created by women for women, introduced the Essential Busty Bra to its Merino wool bralettes and underwear line.  Designed to provide more support and coverage for women whose bra cup size is C-to-F, Branwyn’s Busty Bra is its first Merino wool bra made for the C+ cup wearer. […]

Ombraz Sunglasses are back again with two new styles—Teton and Viale—bucking the sidearm trend with upgrades to traditional sunglasses, eliminating pinching, temple fatigue, headaches, and breakage. With the addition of the Teton and Viale, the company offers five sunglass styles. The new frames unlock armless sunglasses made TR-90 Aerospace-grade nylon and equipped with a custom-woven, […]