Author: VBC

Since Therm-a-Rest introduced its self-inflating sleeping pad more than 50 years ago, the company has remained focused on technical innovation and design in the camp comfort space. For Spring 2022, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, it expanded on its fast and light collection of sleeping bags with a temperature offering in its Parsec Collection […]

GCI Outdoor will showcase it’s latest outdoor rocker technology this week at OR Summer Market* for Spring 2022. Its ComPack Rocker, shown below right, features its Torsion Rocking Technology, which uses a cylindrical design for lightweight rocking.  “Our engineering team has been hard at work building out our line of rocking chairs and to see […]

Outdoor Research LLC announced that it had, in partnership with Prime Vendor ADS Inc., been awarded a multi-year $49 million contract from the U.S. Army for its next-generation Cold Weather Glove System (CWGS).  The interchangeable system of five individual gloves with varying levels of temperature protection are customizable depending upon mission requirements. U.S. Army Contracting […]

Katadyn BeFree water filter systems offers lightweight, portable safe drinking water from streams and lakes due to its small collapsible design. With the launch of its BeFree Gravity 6.0 Liter and 10 Liter water filters, Katadyn has added two group-compatible sizes to its BeFree line. The Large and XL sizes use the principle of gravity […]

High performance, lightweight construction and a patented compact design are the hallmarks of Optimus’ Gemini Double Burner Stove. Suited for preparing meals, boiling water or simmering food, the stove offers flexibility in outdoor cooking. Two hand controls allow the user to adjust the flame height independently for each burner, while the integrated pressure control valve […]

IZIP Bikes celebrates its 15 year anniversary this summer. Founded by Malcolm Currie, the company’s origins are rooted in the EV1 automobile, the first mass-produced electric car.  “Electric bikes and all the incredible opportunities they afford have always been near and dear to my heart,” explained Chief Commercial Officer, Larry Pizzi. “When I joined the […]

Life Time announced a new partnership with Trail Sisters to increase participation and opportunity in trail running. Life Time will serve as the presenting sponsor of Trail Sisters’ first run event, the Women’s Trail Half Marathon in Buena Vista, CO on September 11. A Trail Sisters Coaching Grant presented by Life Time will be created […]

Diamondback Bicycles, a leader in bike innovation, has announced a new demo partnership with LOGE Camps, the hotel that gets you outdoors. Beginning in Summer of 2021, Diamondback will offer the Division 1, Atroz 2, and Release 29 1 at select LOGE Camps across the country. Guests will have the opportunity to hop on a […]

Outdoor Research will introduce extended and plus sizing in a range of base layers, insulation and shells for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022. The offering is in partnership with a panel of six advisors working with its R+D team. “This is about getting people outside—people whose outdoor experiences are compromised by the lack of outdoor clothing […]

Gregory announced it had released its plus-size backpack collection with 14 packs available for day hiking, hydration, multi-day backpacking, and lifestyle. The new collection offers sizing gaps and pack solutions for hikers and backpackers, which fit the apparel equivalent of 2x to 6x sizing.  Its designers at Gregory worked with Jenny Bruso, founder, Unlikely Hikers, […]

Kitsbow announced the next steps in its “Made to Order” story focused on inclusive sizing. Taking advantage of its ability to design, cut and sew in its factory in Old Fort, NC, Kitsbow is offering a wider range of sizes and styles in cycling apparel. Kitsbow’s first effort was the Icon Shirt, offered in a […]

After three days on the trail, Tailwind Nutrition ambassador athlete Maggie Guterl placed first in the female category and seventh overall in the inaugural Cocodona 250 on May 6. This is the first year of the ultra race, which spans a curated route through central Arizona historic towns and trails.  Guterl, also the brand’s athletes […]

Kitsbow continues to pursue lean manufacturing by introducing its Mescal Ventilated Short and Zen Ventilated Cycling Liner at its factory in Old Fort, NC. “We are proud to launch our first outer short that is made-to-order and hand-sewn in Old Fort,” said David Billstrom, CEO of Kitsbow. “We are committed to a made-to-order, lean manufacturing model. By keeping jobs […]

Since its founding in 1968, Royal Robbins committed to protecting the environment by manufacturing eco-conscious clothing. The company announced its sustainability initiatives for 2021. This season, Royal Robbin’s largest sustainability initiative is its adventure shirts made from 100 percent recycled materials— converting ten shirts in its men’s and women’s Expedition line to the recycled fabric […]

TransRockies Race Series announced that Panaracer will sponsor the Battle Royale for its TransRockies Gravel Royale gravel bike event. The four-day event in British Columbia, August 23-26, will award the KOM and QOM in a hill climb competition. “Panaracer is known for having the best gravel tires available,” said Aaron McConnell, president, TransRockies. “We are excited to […]