Necky kayaks is sponsoring the Oceans 8 kayak expedition. A long-term project aimed at examining the state of the world’s oceans and the lives of the people who depend on them, the next leg of the Oceans 8 journey begins in Tasmania, Australia this Febru
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Fischer Inks New Deal with Rottefella
Rottefella, the Norwegian ski bindings manufacturer, inked a new contract with Fischer, and in the process secured a leading worldwide market position in the cross country and back country segment. Prior to the contract with Fischer, Rottefella represente
Cabela’s to Open New Location in Montreal
Cabela's Incorporated is working to bring a retail store to Montreal, Quebec, and the surrounding region. Although planning and discussions are in early stages, Cabela's expects to open the Montreal retail showroom as early as late fall 2007 or
EORA Confirms 2006 Show Dates
EORA has confirmed its 2006 show dates with the addition of Preview Shows in mid July for all three regions. The Preview Shows will be structured as smaller events for those members with earlier product previews, ordering (buying program) deadlines and d
Kelty Launches Keltywoman.com
Kelty is launching an integrated outreach and marketing campaign designed to create a community for women and rekindle their sense of outdoor adventure. Known as Kelty Woman, the 2006 campaign includes integrated initiatives ranging from a dedicated websi
Axis Outdoor Hires CGPR
Axis Outdoor has hired CGPR as its public relations agency of record. CGPR, based in Marblehead, Mass. is a consumer public relations firm with roots in the consumer, outdoor and sporting goods industries…
Mountain Hardwear Restructures Philanthropic Arm
Mountain Hardwear has restructured its philanthropic giving program. The new program, called Mountain Hardwear Gives Back, has five arms designated to reflect the company’s priorities…
SIA Presents Retailer of the Year Awards
The SIA.06 Show got a jump start on Day 2 with the announcement of the SIA Retailer of the Year awards. Just before the doors opened to Day 2 of SIA.06, Diane Boyer-Irwin, SIA Chairwoman and Dick Leffler, Past Chairman presented the award for “2006 Retail
Smith Optics and Plantronics to Produce Wireless Action Sports Electronics
Smith Optics and Plantronics, Inc. will collaborate to develop new Smith-branded action sports gear that incorporates wireless audio communication and entertainment technology. The new venture combines over 80 years of product excellence and leadership i
InSport included in $2 million U.S.Marine Contract
Congress' Fiscal Year 2006 Department of Defense Appropriations Act has passed and includes $2 million in funding for U.S. Marines base layer t-shirts designed and manufactured by InSport International, Inc. of Beaverton, Oregon….
Cloudveil Expands Jackson Headquarters; Denver Offices to Close
Cloudveil Mountain Works, Inc., announced a sizeable expansion of their facilities in Jackson, Wyoming in order to accommodate sales operations, customer service, marketing and product group functions. Since 2003, sales operations and customer service has
Amstel Light Inks Deal with Stanwood and Partners
Amstel Light has hired Stanwood & Partners Public Relations, of Jackson Hole, Wyo., to promote the brand’s ski industry sponsorships and programs. “Beer and skiing are two of the fundamental principles of Stanwood & Partners,” said Carson Stanwood…
ORC Industries Acquires Redfeather Snowshoes
ORC Industries announced the purchase of Redfeather Snowshoes as its first acquisition in the outdoor recreation market. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1966 with a corporate charter “to advance the independence, productivity, a
Felt Racing Hires DVA Advertising
Felt Racing, LLC has hired DVA Advertising & Public Relations to concept and produce their 2006 advertising campaign. DVA's efforts will focus on print and television ads for Felt's two most prominent product lines–road and triathlon bikes…
Private Equity Firm to Take TSA Private in $1.3 Billion Deal
The Sports Authority, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an investor group led by Green Equity Investors IV, L.P., an affiliate of Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. and including members of Sports Authority's senior managemen