Vans Unveils Holiday Mountain Collection
Exclusive for the 2015 holiday season, Vans is bringing fans an updated assortment of its Mountain Edition collection products, made to tackle the toughest weather while staying true to its laid-back skate roots. Vans is offering its new holiday footwear in classic styles with Men’s outerwear pieces to compliment the footwear. The upgraded shoe forms were […]
Ueli Steck Smashes Eiger Solo Record…Again
Ubiquitous Mountain Hardwear athlete Ueli Steck clocked a successful two hour, 22 minute summit of the Eiger Heckmair Route, breaking his previous record and regaining the fastest climb to date. Dubbed “the Swiss Machine,” Steck’s latest climb becomes the fastest solo speed ascent of the North Face of Switzerland’s famed Eiger. “Conditions and weather are always different. But […]
Yes, Wash and Tumble Dry that Rain Jacket
By David Clucas It may seem sacrilegious to many — even for those of us entrenched in the industry — but to lengthen the lifespan of most technical rain jackets, users should wash and tumble dry them on a seasonal basis. That’s the message waterproof-breathable fabric manufacturers, such as Gore-Tex, want to get out to […]
Bauer Hockey Opens Next “Own The Moment” Experience Store
Bauer Hockey has gone from manufacturing ice hockey equipment to opening its second Own The Moment Hockey Experience retail concept, located in Bloomington, MN, to engage all ages in what Executive Vice President of Bauer Hockey, Rich Wuerthele, called, “one of the best hockey communities in the world.” “Minnesotans can take advantage of our extensively-trained Bauer Personal […]
Under Armour #TBT Uniforms Flashback “Miracle in Miami” Touchdown
Under Armour has custom-designed uniforms with a retro flashback theme for Boston College. These uniforms take inspiration from the “Miracle in Miami,” – Doug Flutie’s last-second touchdown pass to Gerard Phelan in the 1984 Orange Bowl. The throwback uniforms will hit the field this weekend as Boston faces off against Notre Dame at Boston’s Fenway […]
What We’re Reading: An Outdoor Sporting Life
Teacher, author and lifelong sportsman Scott Irwin has compiled a collection of his outdoor writings into a book titled, An Outdoor Sporting Life. Irwin writes, “My motivation has been simple and direct: to share with readers – young and old, outdoor novice and veteran—stories, essays and confessions from a rural hometown life of small-water fishing, small-game hunting and wing-shooting […]
Asics’ Modern MetaRun is a Shoe, Not a Rocket
Asics never stops pushing to create the best long-distance running shoe possible. And in early November 2015, Asics and the Asics Institute of Sports Science (ISS) took another step in that direction, introducing the MetaRun. The performance-driven MetaRun was created to contour to wearers individual running style. Built using the latest Asics technology, the company claims […]
SmugMug Film Series Premiers “Climbing Ice”
SmugMug, the independent photo-sharing platform formed in 2002, released Climbing Ice: The Iceland Trifecta with photographer Tim Kemple — the latest installment in the multi-award-winning SmugMug Films series, which takes a behind-the-lens look at some of the world’s most interesting and unique photographers. Don MacAskill, CEO of SmugMug said, “At SmugMug, photography is our passion and […]
Canada Goose Chronicles Adventure with Director Paul Haggis
Canada Goose, a manufacturer synonymous with luxury winter apparel, surprised outdoorists with the release of a rugged and dramatic short film entitled Out There, directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker and director, Paul Haggis. This is Canada Goose’s first ever global brand campaign – designed as a visual compliment to the dedicated outdoor men and women who […]
Top Defensive Players Win 2015 Rawlings Gold Glove Award
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation which operates brands including K2, ExOfficio, AeroBed and Coleman, unveiled the 2015 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners for both the American League and the National League. First-time honorees include; second basemen Jose Altuve of the Houston Astros and the Miami Marlins’ Dee Gordon; shortstops Alcides Escobar […]
Photographer Chris Burkard “Owns the Cold” with Fjällräven Campaign
Swedish heritage outfitter Fjällräven will once again partner with prominent outdoor photographer Chris Burkard as a part of its new Fall/Winter 2015 campaign called Own the Cold. Cali-born Burkard, who found his claim to fame via the social media photo sharing site Instagram, was tasked with capturing landscape and product adventure shots that showcase new outerwear from Fjällräven’s seasonal collection. The campaign […]
Lexi Miller Women’s Cycling Apparel is Feminine and Functional
Female cyclists gather round. Lexi Miller, a new line of cycling-athletic wear created specifically for women cyclists, hopes to do away with the “hodge-podge of brand logos and unsightly color schemes” characterizing current apparel options. Lexi Miller athletic wear, produced in San Francisco, introduced six initial styles of fashion-forward performance wear on November 10, 2015. […]
Hiring Heroes: Returning Veterans Bring Skills to Outdoor Industry
We sat down with members of the new OIA Veterans’ Task Force to explore some of the initiatives that members are putting together to support veterans currently in the outdoor industry… By Austin Parker Members from the OIA Veterans’ Task Force are working to highlight the value currently transitioning military members bring to companies in […]
OGIO Moves to Modern, Fitness-Centric Headquarters
Ogio International, Inc., a brand known for designing sports heritage and adrenaline-inspired bags and apparel, has moved to a new headquarters that it says architecturally reflects its brand vibe. The move comes after the company recently celebrated its 27th anniversary. The grand opening of its new Draper, UT, headquarters is scheduled for November 16, 2015. […]
Therm-a-Rest and Poler Stuff Combine Comfort and Cool
Therm-a-Rest, a division of Cascade Design specializing in self-inflating mattresses for camping, has caught the trendy bug and partnered with the hipster outdoor brand Poler Stuff. Both Therm-a-Rest (Seattle-based) and Poler Stuff (Portland-grown) are Northwest favorites in the camping space, and have joined forces to bring comfortable yet cool camping essentials to your pack load. “We’re bringing […]
