Therm-a-Rest Introduces NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest, the manufacturer of outdoor sleeping gear for more than 50 years, is introducing the next generation of its NeoAir XLite sleeping pad for Spring 2023, the NeoAir XTherm NXT and a down Honcho Poncho. “Our 2023 introductions result from an initiative—less is truly more. With less weight, bulk, noise, and environmental impact, we drastically […]

Klean Kanteen Rises Up With New Drinkware Collection

Klean Kanteen announced its Rise drinkware collection will be available at retail in January 2023 and doubles down on Klean’s Earth-friendly commitment to circular design. “With ergonomic contours, a rich earthy palette, and a world of uses, the Rise Collection is elegant enough to live inside, and durable enough to live outside,” said Jeff Cresswell, […]

MSR Introduces Habiscape Tent Series For S23

Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research (MSR), the outdoor equipment manufacturer and part of parent company Cascade Designs released its Habiscape Tent Series for S23. The tents blend performance, space and features with a symmetrical design, making pole placement and setup intuitive. It also includes a pass-thru pocket, accessible from inside and outside and a storage bag […]

Nite Ize Launches G-Series SlideLock Carabiner

Nite Ize, a manufacturer of solution-based products, launched its G-Series SlideLock Dual Chamber Carabiner. Available at retail in early fall. “Our G-Series design became an instant favorite among everyday carry enthusiasts when we launched it more than a year ago,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and CEO. “And now, we’ve increased its security with […]

Prana Celebrates Climbing Heritage For SS23 With 90s Styling

Prana will offer a gender-neutral Outdoor Originals capsule collection for SS23 inspired by its heritage styles, timed with the brand’s 30th anniversary. “In building this collection, the design team combed through Prana’s catalog archive and chatted with the Prana founders, Beaver and Pam,” said Prana President Monica Mirro. “The result is a capsule collection that […]

OrthoLite® Expands O-Therm™ Range of Cold Block Solutions

AMHERST, Mass. (June 9, 2022) – OrthoLite®, the industry leader of branded, sustainable, high performance and comfort footwear solutions, announces the expansion of its thermal foam, OrthoLite O-Therm™. Previously limited to a thickness of 2mm, O-Therm is now available in a thickness range from 2mm to 20mm, providing a more customizable cold block solution for […]

Mountainsmith Adds, Updates And Refines Lumbar Packs For 2023

With more than 40 years of manufacturing gear for hiking, camping, and various outdoor activities, Colorado-based Mountainsmith has expanded its line of lumbar packs while upgrading its backpacks. The new lumbar packs coming to market for Spring 2023 include the Swoop, Epic, Sprint, and Timber. With Senior Designer Rio Telge at the forefront and with […]

Rab Offers First Line of Sleeping Pads

Rab, the manufacturer of outdoor gear and apparel with sustainability and environmental awareness in mind, released a line of sleeping pads for the SS/23. Founded in Sheffield, England in 1981 by mountaineer Rab Carrington, Rab designs high-performance mountain clothing and equipment, including sleeping bags such as the Mythic, Neutrino and Ascent. Now Rab is using […]

Unifi, Inc. Demonstrates Traceability And Transparency At OR Summer Market

Unifi, Inc., maker of Repreve and recycled and synthetic yarns, features U Trust Product Certification, an enhanced supply chain certification, and Repreve SmartDye technology at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Outdoor from June 9-11, 2022, in Denver, CO. The company will also host attendees at its Repreve mobile tour, which will serve as its Booth # […]

Kokopelli To Launch Bikepacking Bags For Spring 2023 

Kokopelli, the Colorado-based manufacturer of lightweight and packable inflatable packrafts, will launch bikepacking bags in Spring 2023, its first step into the biking category.  Kokopelli created the Durango Bike Bag Collection to help adventurers get their camping and paddling gear into the backcountry quickly while fending off and protecting the equipment from harsh conditions. The […]

Thule Launches Rooftop Tent Line

Thule is launching its soft-sided tent line and a broad array of products at its Thule City to Summit brand event in Denver, CO, from June 8-9, 2022. On display will be the brand’s new Approach line of rooftop tents that combines a spacious, comfortable interior with a panoramic roof and large skylights. New mounting […]

Noble Biomaterials Launches Circuitex At Techtextil Frankfurt

Noble Biomaterials, the manufacturer of antimicrobial and conductivity solutions for soft surface applications, will showcase Circuitex at Techtextil Frankfurt on June 21, 2022. Circuitex technology is the company’s portfolio of conductive textiles engineered for multi-spectral energy management in lightweight products that exceed standard durability ratings without sacrificing performance. Its portfolio allows electrical energy to transmit […]

Nomadix Introduces The Puffer Blanket, Its First Insulated Product For Fall 2022

Nomadix, maker of The Only Towel You Need, made from post-consumer recycled plastics, announced its first insulated product, the Puffer Blanket, featuring Snappy Versatile. The Puffer Blanket adjusts from a packable blanket to a cloak for hands-free wearable warmth, to a minimalist sleeping bag, is made with 100 percent recycled materials, is water-resistant, sand and […]

Hydro Flask Introduces Spring Colors And Products For 2023

Hydro Flask, the manufacturer of performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and soft goods, and a Helen of Troy company, is introducing new colors in its Spring 2023 line-up at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. In addition to new colors, the collection also offers an expanded Outdoor Kitchen collection and the Flex Chug Cap accessory.  “Our spring […]

Knog Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary With The Frog Bike

Knog, the designer of bike accessories and outdoor lighting products, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the relaunch of its Frog Bike Light this summer.  In 2006, Knog introduced the silicone bike light and to mark the anniversary, the company is doing it again.  “When Mal (McKechnie) and I (Hugo Davidson) designed the original Frog 16 […]