Eddie Bauer Introduces BC Flyline Kit
Eddie Bauer has introduced the BC Flyline Kit designed to meet the needs of adaptive skiers who use mono or bi-ski to participate in alpine skiing. Alpine sit skiers require a molded plastic bucket mounted to one or two skis with handheld outriggers for stability, allowing people with disabilities to ski. Eddie Bauer worked closely […]
Therm-A-Rest Celebrates 50th Anniversary Sleeping Under The Stars
This year Therm-a-Rest celebrates its 50th anniversary. In 1971, Jim Lea, one of the company’s founders, invented the first self-inflating sleeping pad. In 1972, with his two partners, John Burroughs and Neil Anderson, all three Boeing engineers from Seattle, WA, they set their sites on creating a more comfortable night at camp, which marked the […]
OrthoLite Celebrates 25th Anniversary With “Record Growth”
OrthoLite celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022 following “record-setting growth years.” “Our growth is a testament to the brand partnerships we have forged over the years and also to the efforts and ingenuity of the entire OrthoLite family,” said Glenn Barrett, founder and CEO. “As we celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary in 2022, we remain […]
Primus Continues ‘Service For a Reason’ Program
Primus is running its ‘Service For a Reason’ program offering free repair parts for select Primus backpacking stoves for the second year. First launched in Spring 2021, Primus said it is “aiming to grow a culture of repairing gear in the outdoor industry rather than replacing it with new.” “One very clear observation that we […]
Nite Ize Introduces Hands-Free Vehicle Phone Mounts
Nite Ize, the manufacturer of solution-based products, introduced its Squeeze Universal Cup Holder Mount, Dash Mount and Vent Mount for hands-free viewing of a mobile phone in the car. Available at retail Spring 2022, the Mounts feature a squeeze design that “holds virtually any phone.” Squeeze Universal Cup Holder Mount, with a universal base, expands […]
Floyd’s Of Leadville Launches SportsCreams
Athlete-focused CBD manufacturer, Floyd’s of Leadville has expanded its lineup of topical creams with new SportsCreams, including full-spectrum and warming and cooling isolate options. As with all Floyd’s products, the creams do not contain artificial preservatives, are independently tested for quality and are made of U.S.-grown hemp. For more product information, go here. Photo courtesy […]
Backcountry Partners With Access Fund To Support Local Climbing
Backcountry announced it formed a new partnership with the not-for-profit rock climbing advocacy organization, Access Fund, to sponsor its Climbing Conservation Grant Program in support of local climbing areas. “Backcountry recognizes the critical importance of conserving climbing environments, and the Access Fund’s Climbing Conservation Grant program is supporting the direct, imminent action at a local […]
Oofos Partners With U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team To Supply Recovery Footwear
Oofos announced it signed a two-year partnership agreement to become the official recovery footwear supplier for the U.S. Ski & Snowboard team. Throughout the 2022/23 competitive seasons, Oofos will supply the U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Freeski Team and U.S Snowboard Team and staff with its recovery footwear. The partnership also includes a presence at domestic […]
Scarpa Introduces 4-Quattro Family Of Ski Boots
Scarpa introduced the 4-Quattro family of ski boots, its “lightest GripWalk hybrid ski boots” to date. Combining performance with functionality for touring, backcountry travel and walking, Scarpa said its 4-Quattro XT and SL will appear to a broad range of consumers, including “expert-level alpine skiers and snow professionals to everyday skiers looking for versatility paired […]
DPS x Checkerspot Develop Bio-Based Sidewall Material Available In DPS Skis
The engineers at Salt Lake City-based DPS Skis announced the development and commercialization of renewably derived, algae-based sidewalls into all its skis beginning this year. The collaboration with Checkerspot, Inc., a U.S. ski manufacturer and material innovation company, produced a material and fabrication process that increases ski performance and decreases petroleum reliance. “Working with our […]
Dakine Creates Poacher RAS Vest For Natural Selection Tour
Dakine announced it is this year’s official vest sponsor of the Natural Selection Tour (NST), an event where snowboarders compete on some of the most challenging natural terrains. The three-stop tour began January 25 at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and runs through January 31. The NST continues to Baldface Lodge in February and concludes at the […]
Saucony Drops Peregrine 12
Saucony announced the drop of its Peregrine 12, the latest version of the brand’s trail franchise. Bottom-to-top updates offer a shoe that is an ounce lighter, with a redesigned 5mm lug pattern while PWRTRAC rubber ensures maximum traction and grip. A new and improved rock plate sheds moisture and provides more flexibility, while a more […]
Osprey Adds Two Waterproof Duffels To Its Fall 2022 Pack Series
Osprey announced it will launch its Transporter and Arcane WP Duffels for Fall 2022. They join the Transporter Roll Top WP pack series (IPX 6 rating, waterproof non-submersible) and Arcane Roll Top WP pack series (IPX 4 rating, waterproof non-submersible). The Transporter WP Duffel with waterproof submersible (IPX7) technology meets the technical demands of multisport […]
Alpacka Raft Launches Trio Of Ultralight Packrafts
Alpacka Raft, the manufacturer of packrafts, announced it launched three new packrafts to meet the needs of a diverse group of paddlers. Weighing 5.8 pounds, including a whitewater deck and cargo fly, the Refuge navigates challenging landscapes. Capable of tackling a Class III rapid, the craft is designed for experienced packrafters who paddle and hike […]
