DPS Skis Launches Used Skis Trade-In Program
The U.S.-based ski manufacturer DPS Skis launched a program called Revive that allows U.S. customers to trade qualified used DPS skis for a credit towards new DPS skis and gear. Credits are upward of $500 depending on the condition of the traded-in skis. At trade-in, DPS puts the returned skis through a ten-point factory tune […]
BOA Drops First Alpine Ski Boot with BOA Fit System
BOA Technology, the creator of the patented BOA Fit System, launched its first Alpine Ski Boot in partnership with four global ski brands—K2, Salomon, Atomic, and Fischer—delivering an “elevated user experience, the durability to withstand the most extreme alpine conditions, and scientifically proven fit and performance advantage backed by athlete validation and a recently published peer-reviewed study,” […]
5.11 Tactical’s latest Apparel line features PrimaLoft Insulation
5.11 Tactical introduced its latest line of technical apparel featuring PrimaLoft Insulation. “We are excited to expand the collaboration between our two great brands and to offer our customers a larger selection of products that live up to our Purpose-Built Gear motto for this fall and winter,” said 5.11’s CEO, Francisco J. Morales. “By combining […]
Stio Commits to Removing PFAS by 2025
Stio, the mountain lifestyle brand headquartered in Jackson Hole, WY, reported its commitment to removing per- and polyfluorinated chemicals (PFAS) from its technical apparel, footwear and accessories line. With the launch of Stio’s FW 2023/24 collection, the brand is progressing towards its goal, with more than half of the line made without PFAS. Stio said […]
Black Diamond Adds Six New Global Athletes and Ambassadors to Team
Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd., a manufacturer and distributor of performance mountain sports equipment, apparel and footwear, welcomed six new members to its global athlete and ambassador team—Angela Hawse, Adrian Ballinger, Topo Mena, Carla Perez, Karina Carsolio, and Chaehyun Seo. “Each of these talented, diverse mountain athletes brings something exceptional to Black Diamond,” said BDE’s marketing […]
686 x Malbon Golf presents the All Mountain Golf Club
686 “cross-pollinates” the company’s 30-plus years of technical outdoor design knowledge with Malbon’s creative approach to golf and lifestyle apparel, taking classic golf styles and “modernizing them” with all-weather fabrics resulting in “clubhouse-ready garments” that feature 10k waterproofing and breathability, merino lining, and other detailing to “keep golfers warm, dry and swinging.” “Stephen and I […]
Giddy-up! Croctober Kicks Off with Crocs Classic Cowboy Boot
Crocs officially kicked off Croctober with month-long festivities dedicated to its “passion-fueled, universal fan base” known as Croc Nation. This Croctober transcends former years, as Crocs “redefines creativity and self-expression by bringing to life highly anticipated activations requested by the fans, for the fans, and celebrating what it means to truly Come As You Are,” […]
Smith x Oyuki Team Up on Design Collab For Winter 2023/24
For Winter 2023, Smith and Japanese snow brand Oyuki teamed up on a design collaboration celebrating the deep snow experience in the Niseko area on the northern island of Hokkaido. Illustrated by artist Mike Shankster and gracing Smith’s new Method Helmet and Squad Mag goggles, the collab features a graphic interpretation of the mythical Japanese […]
Smith Launches Method Helmet For On-Snow
Innovators across snow helmets and goggles for almost 60 years, Smith introduced its on-snow Method Helmet. The low profile in-mold construction of the Method Helmet fuses the exterior shell and EPS for a one-piece, lightweight design. Beneath the helmet’s shell are Smith’s latest safety innovations, including zonal Koroyd coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing, and ventilated impact protection […]
Baffin Introduces Lightweight Women’s Puffer Boot
Baffin’s Cloud, a new women’s winter boot, is an addition to the Canadian brand’s Ease Collection. Recommended during moderate to high levels of activity, Cloud features Baffin’s proprietary slip-resistant IceBite Grip technology for “greater slip resistance on ice than rubber.” A featherlight winter boot, Cloud features a tall, breathable nylon shell paired with drawstrings at […]
Salomon Revamps Apparel Category with Technical Snow Outerwear Line
Ahead of the 2023/24 winter season, Salomon introduced a shift in its technical outerwear apparel designs with the S/LAB QST GTX Pro snow kit, Moon Patrol GTX kit and Elixir line of insulated jackets. “Salomon has made a significant investment in the development of its snow apparel line this winter, and the product truly speaks for itself,” shared North American alpine […]
Scarpa Unveils Next-Gen Maestrale, Gea Ski Boots
Scarpa, maker of high-performance footwear for mountain sports, is releasing a re-tooled Maestrale and Gea alpine-touring ski boot collection for Fall 2023/24. The new models continue the category of its AT boots, offering high performance for the climb up and the ski down, paired with sustainably sourced plant-based construction. In addition, in the lightweight ski-touring category, Scarpa is releasing […]
OR Cold Weather Deviator Line Excels Across a Range of Active Sports
Reflecting a brand heritage built on athlete-led design, the Outdoor Research seven-piece Deviator Collection for Fall 2023 is made for cold weather activities “when warmth is critical for stopping, but you also need the ability to shed heat and moisture on the go.” The collection pairs hybrid materials with emerging fabric technologies and athlete feedback and includes […]
ACI International to Launch Original Penguin Men’s and Boys’ Footwear
Perry Ellis International Inc. is expanding its partnership with ACI International, the current Perry Ellis footwear manufacturer, to focus on men’s and boys’ footwear collections under the Original Penguin brand. The launch will also include a performance tennis and pickleball line of footwear.
BioLite To Drop AlpenGlow Mini Lighting Solution
BioLite, the manufacturer of off-grid renewable energy solutions, reported it will drop a rechargeable, palm-sized AlpenGlow Mini portable lighting solution. The lantern, about a slider size, weighs 98g in four lighting modes. For example, the “Warm White Mode” uses ChromaReal LEDs for broad-spectrum lighting, rendering color accuracy and removing harsh blue tones that are practical […]
