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First retailer joins the Plastic Impact Alliance
Jennifer Anderson, online merchandising manager at Gear Coop, made a promise to herself for 2019: that she'd be more mindful of her plastic waste. She started by seeking reusable plastic shampoo and soap bottles and now she's learning to make bread to avoid the plastic bags that ...read more
The magic behind Argot, a new outdoor creative agency
It's summer break and a family of four with two teenage kids is driving to Yellowstone National Park. Noticing they need gas and knowing they need to stock up on a few camping essentials, the driver seat suggests that one of the kids find a good gear shop nearby. An ad for the ...read more
Skier and industry friend Sam Coffey dies at 29
One of the outdoor industry's bright stars, Sam Coffey, died unexpectedly on Monday after suffering a series of strokes last week. He was 29. The Aspen Times reported—and confirmed through Olympic ski racer and Coffey's longtime friend Wiley Maple—that the skier suffered a ...read more
Welcome to The Voice, issue #2
At the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in January, we were so thrilled to drop the first issue of The Voice, our independent, unfiltered, engaged outdoor industry trade mag to critical acclaim. Subscribe to The Voice And now, as Summer Market approaches, we’re busy working on issue ...read more
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Since 1984, SNEWS has been the outdoor industry’s most trusted source for trade news, company and retailer profiles, outdoor politics and issues, gear trends, and important interviews with power players.
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Meet the new director of Colorado's OREC office
The Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office didn't have to look far to replace Luis Benitez, after he announced in March that he was leaving for VF Corporation. Nathan Fey has had his nose underneath the office's tent since its early days. He was a consultant, had a seat on ...read more
Industry Buzz: Edwin Drummond, OOFOS, BLACKYAK, Dynafit, and a new Out Alive Podcast episode
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com Cotopaxi is living up to their creed to Do Good. They announced in a recent press release that they will adopt the Higg Index standard in an effort to increase ...read more
Weigh in: Is brick-and-mortar retail dead or alive?
In an upcoming story in The Voice, two industry experts engage in a lively debate about the health and future of outdoor specialty brick-and-mortar retail. What’s your hot take? The issue drops on June 18. We’re tackling a slew of big topics, like: Is Your Paycheck Big Enough? ...read more
Tourism board has 'full confidence' in SHIFT leadership
After an investigation into the annual SHIFT Festival, the Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board (TTB) agreed on Monday to continue funding the event that brings together diverse leaders in the outdoor recreation and conservation space. The review comes after former participants ...read more
Poll | Who makes the best camp chairs?
A log will do just fine, but a chair literally elevates the way you camp whether you're doing it out of a car or heading deep into the woods. Vote for your favorite brand. Cast another vote: What's your must-have luxury backpacking item? A chair? Camp shoes? Chocolate? ...read more
Industry Buzz: Climate partnership, OIA incoming board members, Dick Kelty's 100th birthday, and a 'pay what you can' vacation
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com The Outdoor Business Climate Partnership (OBCP)—comprised of the Outdoor Industry Association, Snowsports Industries America and the National Ski Areas ...read more
How two women reshaped Fruita with good pizza and mountain biking
Seeking affordable living in an outdoor space, avid mountain bikers and partners Jen Zeuner and Anne Keller found themselves in Fruita, Colorado, a town once known as being one of the most conservative in the state. Despite a lukewarm welcome, the two decided to open a ...read more
Industry Buzz: DAC adopts Higg Index, ice climbing essay, Frank Hugelmeyer, Tailwind Nutrition, and more
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com. President Donald Trump proposed tariffs on all imports from China, including outdoor footwear and apparel; the public comment period starts in June. Outdoor ...read more
Save the environment and get clean doing it
Elevator Pitches are written by the company and edited for space and clarity. They do not express the opinions of SNEWS or its editors. Ride the elevator with John Cascarano, founder and President of Tame the Beast. More than 200 pounds of plastic are produced every year, but ...read more
Outdoor companies urged to weigh in on tariffs
Hiking boots, hiking shoes, trail running shoes, skis, sleeping bags, ski jackets and pants, polar fleeces, and all other apparel, footwear and sporting goods are the new victims of the U.S.-China trade dispute. President Donald Trump followed through with his plan to impose a ...read more
Retailer Review: Therm-a-rest NeoAir UberLite
Not long ago, a backpack was doomed to look like the Clampett mobile, with bulky gear hanging everywhere. Among the biggest offenders: the closed-cell sleeping pad. But when Cascade Designs came up with the inflatable Therm-a-Rest, the sleeping pad began to slowly shrink in size ...read more
Outdoor shop Denali undergoing restructuring
Connecticut-based Denali has begun a restructuring process that will continue over the next few months, according to outdoor industry insiders. It is unclear so far whether the outdoor specialty retailer will close stores. However, the Wakefield location is permanently closed, ...read more