SEATTLE, WA - November 2, 2017 Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the Seattle-based high-performance outdoor equipment brand, has announced professional athlete Mike Chambers as the newest member of its athlete ambassador team. Chambers, renowned for mountain expeditions and ...read more
SEATTLE, WA — September 26, 2017 Therm-a-Rest®, known for its award-winning camp comfort products announced Erik Flink as the new Vice President of the Therm-a-Rest business unit, encompassing Therm-a-Rest, SealLine, Platypus and PackTowl brands. Flink steps into the role having ...read more
SEATTLE, WA — August 2, 2017 Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), a manufacturer of premium, high-performance outdoor equipment since 1969, has named Doug Sanders Vice President, MSR. In his new role, Sanders will take the helm of the iconic brand leading overall growth, while ...read more
OSLO, Norway (July 24, 2017) — Developing technical and protective apparel to help professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike stay and feel alive has always been at the forefront of Norwegian-based brand, Helly Hansen. For spring/summer 2018, the base layer category offers a ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (July 24, 2017) —Since 1969, Seattle-based MSR® (Mountain Safety Research) has set the standard for creating high-performance outdoor products meant to withstand the harsh conditions of the mountains. New for 2018, MSR introduces the GuideLine Pro™ 2, a tent made for ...read more
The latest tent line from MSR offers long-term touring adventurers comfort and ease of setup in any conditions SEATTLE, WA (July 19, 2017) — Since the debut of its first shelter in 1973, MSR® has been engineering for superior livability and ultimate reliability. For 2018, MSR ...read more
Ultralight and minimalist solo backpackers get exactly what they need and nothing more SEATTLE, WA - July 17, 2017 Since MSR® (Mountain Safety Research) introduced its first mountaineering stove in 1973, the Seattle-based creator of backcountry gear has offered quality and ...read more
OSLO, Norway (July 17, 2017) — With 140 years of experience working closely with mountain professionals and athletes, Norway-based Helly Hansen continues to produce professional grade apparel for all users to help them stay and feel alive in the outdoors. To this day, over 55,000 ...read more
Therm-a-Rest’s Sleeping Bag Category Gets Upgraded for 2018, Offering Options for Every Adventure SEATTLE, WA (July 17, 2017) — For over 45 years, Therm-a-Rest has been committed to creating a better way to camp – from technical camping mattresses to sleeping bags, cots, ...read more
OSLO, Norway — July 14, 2017 Since 1877 Helly Hansen has worked closely with mountain professionals to create technical apparel built to withstand the harshest environments on the planet. Knowing that cold temperatures don’t only occur during winter months, Helly Hansen now ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (July 11, 2017) —Since 1973, MSR® (Mountain Safety Research) has engineered high-performance, standard-setting stove solutions for outdoor adventurers. For 2018, MSR builds off its successful WindBurner Stove System, now the best-selling stove system in the U.S., with ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (July 10, 2017) — Seattle-based Therm-a-Rest has been perfecting comfort in the outdoors for more than 45 years—creating technical and premium camping mattresses, sleeping bags, cots, hammocks, tents and more. For 2018, Therm-a-Rest brings its years of experience and ...read more
OSLO, NORWAY (July 6, 2017) — Helly Hansen, the Norwegian technical sailing brand, prides itself in continuing to introduce unique technologies for professional grade gear since the company started over 140 years ago. With the ability to provide tested products that perform and ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (June 27, 2017) – For nearly 32 years, SealLine has made durable and reliable protective gear, enabling outdoor enthusiasts to adventure confidently without worry of weather affecting personal belongings. What first began as a passion project to create waterproof bags ...read more
Move from instant water on the trail to the high-volume filtration at base camp quickly and painlessly SEATTLE, WA — June 28, 2017 Need a quick hydration hit on the trail, but a larger volume filtration system for camp? The MSR® Trail Base™ is the next evolution in gravity ...read more
OSLO, NORWAY — 28 June, 2017 Helly Hansen, a leading technical outdoor brand, today announced that it has appointed Waypoint Outdoor as its exclusive U.S. nation-wide master sales representative for both the sportswear and work-wear wholesale businesses. Waypoint has a ...read more
Therm-a-Rest Ambassador Eric Larsen Influences Brand to Outfit the Extreme SEATTLE, WA (June 27, 2017) — Seattle-based Therm-a-Rest has been helping extreme mountain athletes and explorers stay warm and comfortable at camp for decades. In 2018, Therm-a-Rest introduces a sleeping ...read more
SEATTLE, Washington (June 7, 2017) — Therm-a-Rest, the leader in outdoor comfort, is proud to announce its continued support of non-profits, American Hiking Society (AHS), the Access Fund and Big City Mountaineers. For the third year in a row, Therm-a-Rest will support the ...read more
OSLO, Norway (February 27, 2017) — Helly Hansen, the 140-year old technical sailing brand, is proud to announce that the Ægir Race Jacket has won a GOOD DESIGN™ Award from The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture and Urban ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (December 5, 2016) — MSR® (Mountain Safety Research®), a leader in outdoor water filtration and purification, today announced its donation of over 100,000 Aquatabs® purification tablets to the Haitian Health Foundation. This adds to the 100 MSR Community Chlorine ...read more
OSLO, Norway (November 22, 2016) — Fresh snow calls for new inspiration this season as Helly Hansen continues its successful Ski Free program for 2016-17. Skiers who purchase select Helly Hansen products will receive the added bonus of a redeemable one-day free or two-for-one ski ...read more
OSLO, Norway (November 17, 2016) — What makes you feel most alive? Being at the top of a mountain peak with breathtaking vistas or battling against the force of the vast oceans? Being out there, connected with nature and the elements provides unique moments that make you feel ...read more
OSLO, Norway (Nov. 7, 2016) — When is the last time you felt truly alive? Were you on top of a mountain? In the middle of the ocean? Or maybe simply enjoying the feeling of rain on your face? Helly Hansen, the leading brand for mountain and ski professionals, understands the ...read more
New Leadership for Therm-a-Rest, Platypus, SealLine and PackTowl SEATTLE, WA (September 7, 2016) —Cascade Designs, the Seattle-based parent company of Therm-a-Rest, MSR, Platypus, SealLine and PackTowl, today announced the appointment of Erik Flink as brand director for ...read more
Therm-a-Rest®, the Seattle-based business is pleased to announce that it has won a 2016 Gold OutDoor Industry Award for the Trail King™ SV—the fastest self-inflating mattress yet. The Trail King SV was one of eight Gold Industry Award winners at the recent OutDoor Trade Show in ...read more
OSLO, Norway — As much as Helly Hansen loves winter, the warmth of the summer sun is never out of mind. What’s on your horizon this summer? Helly Hansen wants to know through the brand’s “What’s on Your Horizon” Facebook contest. Between April 18 and May 15, keep a lookout on the ...read more
OSLO, Norway (March 16,2016) —Norwegian apparel and footwear brand Helly Hansen was born by the sea in 1877 and has since been enticing those who both loath and love rain to get outside and enjoy the wettest months. Helly Hansen loves rain and wants to celebrate those who get ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (March 9, 2016) — MSR® (Mountain Safety Research), the Seattle-based high-performance outdoor equipment brand, is pleased to announce Sarah Courtney as the category manager for the brand’s snowshoe and alpine tool division. Courtney, previously employed by MSR, has ...read more
As much as Helly Hansen loves winter, the warmth of the summer sun is never out of mind. What’s on your horizon this summer? Helly Hansen wants to know through the brand’s “What’s on Your Horizon” Facebook contest. Between February 29 and March 24, keep a lookout on the Helly ...read more
Award-winning SpeedValve technology expands to include the bestselling NeoAir XLite and NeoAir Trekker mattresses Therm-a-Rest, the leader in outdoor comfort, has announced its expansion of the NeoAir SpeedValve mattress line from the 3” NeoAir Camper™ SV to include the 3-season ...read more
Helly Hansen announced today the release of its crowd-sourced ski film, Ski Free the Film. The collaborative film project aims to express the ultimate love for skiing, and the rush of freedom and excitement the participants feel no matter whether they are skiing in resorts, ...read more
Proprietary technologies and years of experience are keeping cold weather campers comfortable and outdoors for longer SEATTLE, WA (January 6, 2016) —Good sleep equals a better, safer day outside. The body works overtime in cold, winter conditions, and staying warm while sleeping ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (December 3, 2015) – Therm-a-Rest, the market leader in camp comfort products for over 40 years, has named Chris Parker as copywriter to help drive the brand’s voice as the Seattle-based manufacturer continues to expand into new categories. Parker cut his editorial ...read more
SEATTLE, WA (December 2, 2015) — MSR (Mountain Safety Research), the long-time Seattle-based manufacturer of high-performance outdoor equipment, today announced Patrick Diller as marketing manager for the brand’s Global Health division launched earlier this year. In his new ...read more
New Location for Freeride World Qualifier to be held at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort VANCOUVER, BC (February 6, 2015) — Kicking Horse Mountain Resort’s annual Wrangle the Chute event has been chosen as the one and only Freeride World Qualifier event in Canada for 2015. Sponsored ...read more