Byer of Maine Mountain Swinger

A unique concept in seating! Our lightweight, hanging chair is made of strong parachute nylon—supported by polyester climbing-style rope and three anodized shock cord poles. Weighs only 28 ounces and folds up to about the size of a compact umbrella…

Marmot Focuses on Key Trends

In Spring 2006, Marmot is focusing on four general lifestyle and product trends that are influencing the outdoor industry: Simple and socially responsible lifestyle, Tech, Delight/serendipity, and Brand trust…

Craft Inks Product Development Deal with Rominger

Over his eleven-year professional bicycle racing career, Tony Rominger became synonymous with consistent top-level performance. A two-time winner of the Vuelta Tour of Spain, a three-stage winner at the Tour de France in 1993, holder of the world hour rec

Lowe Alpine Appoints New Rockies Rep…

Lowe Alpine USA hired Kyle Burgess as the new Sales Representative for the Rockies territory (CO, NM, UT,WY), effective 08/01/05. Kyle comes to Lowe Alpine with extensive experience in the outdoor industry in both sales and sales management. His knowledg

Bell Introduces New Models for 2006

The pre-Outdoor Retailer buzz around Bell Canoe Works is all about new products the company is rolling out for the show. The Princeton MN canoe company will introduce four new models and nearly two dozen new paddling accessories, as well as unveil excitin

OIF Launches GETTING > YOUTH > ACTIVE

As part of the Year of Outreach, Outdoor Industry Foundation (OIF) announces the launch of an industry-wide initiative to GET YOUTH ACTIVE and grow participation in active outdoor recreation among young Americans. OIF’s call to action is being announced

Volcom Q2 Sales Jump 47%; Taxes Hurt Bottom Line…

Volcom second quarter total revenues increased 47.1% to $35.9 million, compared with $24.4 million in the second quarter of 2004. Gross profit as a percentage of total revenues increased 2.2% to 52.1% for the second quarter of 2005 from 49.9% in the secon

Jarden Converts Series B Preferred Stock

Jarden Corporation has exercised its right to convert all outstanding principal and accrued dividends of its Series B preferred stock into common stock, effective August 14, 2005. Upon conversion, Jarden will no longer be subject to the dilutive effect of

Princeton Tec, New Products in the Sports Lighting Category

Princeton Tec introduces their new QUAD L.E.D. headlamp for the 2005-06 season. The Quad features four 5 mm Nichia LED’s which are brighter and more efficient than current L.E.D.’s (as much as 30-50% brighter!); four output modes- three 3 constant (high,

Chums Launches iPod Cases

Combining functionality and style with its expertise in creating urban outdoor accessories, CHUMS is introducing a new line of fresh, fashionable iPod carrying cases which helps users protect and hang on to their valuable music investments. The new array