Arc’teryx Equipment Inc. in partnership with Mountain Equipment Co-op will sponsor the the 3rd annual Squamish Mountain Festival. The festival runs from August 12 to 16th, with events taking place at venues around Squamish including the Eagle Eye Theatre,
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West 49 Renews Credit Line
West 49, the Canadian action sports chain, has obtained the renewal of its existing credit facilities. The renewal of existing credit facilities included more accommodating financial covenants…
AAFA Group Calls for Renewed Ban on Burmese Exports
The American Apparel & Footwear Association has called on U.S. lawmakers to renew a ban on Burmese exports. The AAFA sent a letter to members of the U.S. Congress urging them to pass legislation that would extend sanctions against Burma under the 2003 Bur
Veltec Sports Relaunches Website
Veltec Sports, which owns several cycling brands, launched a newly re-designed website at veltecsports.com. The new site offers improved design, a more user-friendly layout, and expanded product information…
Lands’ End Sponsors Race to Mackinac
Lands' End returns for its seventh year as presenting sponsor of the Chicago Yacht Club's Race to Mackinac. The 101st running of the race sets sail from Chicago on July 18…
Maverik Showtime Lacrosse Returns for Second Year
Maverik Lacrosse said its second annual Maverik Showtime Lacrosse – “National Recruiting Spotlight” is scheduled to start on July 13th and run through July 16th at the campus of Western Connecticut State University, in Danbury, CT…
Kimber Donates $75,000 to Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation
At the 2009 SHOT Show, Kimber owner and CEO Leslie Edelman presented a check for $40,000 to the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation. This presentation marked the continuation of a partnership formed in 2007 with the Foundation, one based on sales of th
USPSA Approves SandW MandP Pro Series Pistols for Production Division Competition
The U.S. Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) said the Smith & Wesson Pro Series M&P pistol has been approved for competition in the Production Division…
NRA: 2/3 of State Attorneys General File Amicus Brief Supporting 2nd Amendment Incorporation
Two-thirds of the nation’s attorneys general have filed an amicus brief asking the U.S. Supreme Court to grant certiorari in the case of NRA v. Chicago and hold that the Second Amendment applies to state and local governments through the Due Process Claus
Outdoor Retailer Creates Tribal Gathering Areas and Events
The Outdoor Retailer trade show said it continues to develop business community centers for specific segments in the active outdoor marketplace, concentrating energy in zones with like-minded exhibitors, advocacy groups, endemic media, dealer activities a
B.O.S.S. Goes One-On-One with OIA’s Frank Hugelmeyer
Frank Hugelmeyer is a 22-year outdoor industry veteran with extensive experience in global retail, distribution and manufacturing. Prior to OIA, he directed North American sales and marketing for Lowe Alpine Holdings, a worldwide manufacturer of technica
Vendors and Retailers Have Tough Q1 as Margins and Profits Shrink
The first quarter of 2009 was a very different experience for outdoor industry vendors and retailers versus the first quarter of 2008. Last year at this time, retailers were happy after a long cold winter, and vendors were beginning to feel concerned abou
Obit: Acopa’s John Bachar Dies While Free Soloing
John Bachar, the climbing legend and design director for Acopa climbing shoes, apparently fell to his death while free soloing a rock climb at the Dike Wall near Mammoth Lakes, CA. Bachar is best known for his daring and ground breaking ascents in Yosemit
Adventure Cycling Seeks Nominations for Bicycle Heroes
Adventure Cycling, North America's largest cycling membership organization, is looking for nominations for its fifth annual bicycle travel awards. These awards include the June Curry Trail Angel Award, the Pacesetter Bicycle Travel Award, the Sam Bra
Schutt Touts American-Made Helmets
Schutt Sports, Inc. recently introduced a new batters helmet, the AiR-5, that continues its tradition of domestic production. The company said it's the only major brand still making helmets in the U.S…
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