SGB Update Outdoor
Phoenix Appoints Bob Orlando as President of Royal Robbins
Phoenix Footwear Group appointed Robert Orlando as President of the Company’s Royal Robbins division. Mr. Orlando, a 30-year veteran of the footwear and apparel industry, and most recently the President of Teva Footwear, will lead Phoenix Footwear’s popu
The Sportsman’s Guide Q2 Sales Jump 61%
Net sales for The Sportsman's Guide's second quarter were $63.8 million, compared with $39.6 million reported for the same period in 2004. The quarter over quarter 61.2% increase in consolidated net sales was primarily the result of including ne
DeFeet Launches New Underwear Line
DeFeet International — a leader in providing the best socks and apparel to pro cyclists, adventure racers and outdoor athletes — has teamed with venerable Faytex Corp. to develop the “DeBrief”. An amazingly comfortable and super-lite brief for men, the
Dahlgren Footwear Launches Women’s Specific Socks
Fit is crucial for socks – especially for active, athletic women. That’s why Dahlgren Footwear, a top manufacturer of technical socks since 1979, is introducing a new line of women’s socks designed specifically for a woman’s smaller, more narrow foot. Dis
Planet Access launches innovative outdoor program on Appalachian Trail
For five years, Planet Access Company, the social purpose enterprise founded by Horny Toad and the Chicago-based Search Development Center, has succeeded in providing meaningful paid work opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities…
Patagonia Introduces New Luggage Line
Patagonia is proud to introduce an entirely new line of technical packs and luggage in 2006. We designed our first packs during the early seventies…and this season's pack offering is our most important since that first season. We've created t
Bridgedale Unveils Women’s X-Hale Socks
Bridgedale, makers of performance socks with a three-year guarantee, announce the release of the Women’s X-Hale for spring 2006. The Women’s X-Hale is an ultra lightweight multi-sport sock knit with performance features and super thin mesh designed to kee
Deuter Introduces New Women’s Product Initiative
Deuter, makers of innovative, high quality, and price competitive packs with 100 years of internationally proven experience, announce a major women’s initiative for spring/summer 2006. Deuter will now offer a women’s specific pack in every one of its cate
ISIS Displays Women’s Specific Innovations
ISIS, makers of innovative, performance driven apparel for active women, announces its Spring/Summer 2006 collection including rain poncho and chaps, woven shirts and softer seamless bodywear. ISIS will also introduce two new prints as well as expand its
Fox River Uses Organic Merino in New Line
According to Datamonitor, the U.S. organic market is projected to reach a value of $30.7 billion by 2007. People want organic choices in the foods they eat, the products they use in their homes and in the clothes they wear. It makes sense to offer organic
Byer of Maine Mountain Swinger
A unique concept in seating! Our lightweight, hanging chair is made of strong parachute nylon—supported by polyester climbing-style rope and three anodized shock cord poles. Weighs only 28 ounces and folds up to about the size of a compact umbrella…
Marmot Focuses on Key Trends
In Spring 2006, Marmot is focusing on four general lifestyle and product trends that are influencing the outdoor industry: Simple and socially responsible lifestyle, Tech, Delight/serendipity, and Brand trust…
Zamberlan Reaffirms Commitment to U.S. Market
Zamberlan, reaffirms its commitment to the U.S. market with its launch of the 2006 Spring collection at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, booth #5341, in Salt Lake City, Utah…
Pale Morning Media’s Schedule of Events
Pre-Parties, Big Parties, and, oh yeah, another party…
Royal Robbins Spring ’06: High Tech Performance, Everyday Fashion
Royal Robbins, a leading manufacturer of travel and outdoor apparel, presents its Spring ’06 line, offering a generous variety of stylish tops and bottoms for both men and women. The line provides technical performance benefits including moisture-wicking