Author: Suzanne Hermann

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

For over 40 years, Pedco has manufactured mounting equipment for optics and electronics, including its UltraPod tripod. For Spring 2023, the company will introduce the UltraPod 3 Mini Travel Tripod with a phone mount. Building on the success of the UltraPod, the UltraPod 3 Mini Travel Tripod is 40 percent stronger with features and functions, including a […]

UCO, which will celebrate 50 years of manufacturing camping equipment at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, announces a robust ECO camp kitchen line expansion. Using its proprietary Recover Recycled polypropylene, UCO’s ECO line gives reclaimed and recycled plastic a second life as durable, sustainable camp kitchenware. Last year, the company introduced its ECO 5-Piece Mess Kit […]