Author: VBC

Scarpa, producer of footwear for mountain sports, heads into winter 2021/22 committed to sustainability and renewable resources, aligned with its Green Manifesto.  Every boot in its Maestrale or Gea RS or Maestrale and Gea ski boot collection was redesigned to incorporate Grilamid Bio and Pebax Rnew, plastics made with renewable resources, while a dollar from the […]

Kitsbow received the 2021 North Carolina Governor’s NCWorks Award of Distinction for Outstanding Employer. The award was presented at the Virtual 2021 NCWorks Partnership Conference on October 20.  Western North Carolina-based Kitsbow was nominated for the award by the Region C Workforce Development Board in recognition of its contributions to the economy and for its […]

Outdoor Research launched its RadiantX Gloves and Mitts for Fall 2021 with HeiQ XReflex Radiant Barrier technology.The technology keeps warmth in with less bulk and weight by reflecting radiant body heat using an ultra-thin surface coating that does not reduce breathability. “HeiQ XReflex, created by HeiQ’s joint-venture partner Xefco, is a patented radiant barrier technology […]

For Spring 2022, Gregory has “perfected its best-sellers like the Baltoro and Deva” and “boosts its sustainability efforts across its product line,” said the brand. Gregory reimagined Baltoro and Deva’s suspension system and created an Adaptable Fit System that accommodates different back lengths and body shapes. A FreeFloat A3 suspension system, featuring an auto-rotating shoulder […]

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 […]