Sierra Designs scraps existing product lineup in reboot for 2014 May 19, 2013 SNEWS brings you an exclusive first look at the strategy behind Sierra Designs' upcoming remake of the 48-year-old brand. There were no sacred cows, even recent award-winning products got chucked out the window in this reboot.
The benefits and pitfalls of crowdfunding the outdoors October 16, 2013 Crowdfunding is hot, but it’s no surefire success. SNEWS looks at lessons from the outdoor industry, plus a list of past and present pitches.
I'll take two! 2015 tents for the backpacker and car camper October 5, 2014 It's a tale of two tents. Check out the latest camping and backpacking tents coming to outdoor retail in 2015.
Gear trends: 2015/16: Backcountry snowboards and splitboards March 24, 2015 0Comments Backcountry snowboarding needs to get lighter, faster and more accessible to catch up to AT ski boom. A look ahead to the 2015-16 season in gear.
Can today’s outdoor start-ups get by without retailers? March 22, 2015 0Comments SNEWS looks at three direct-to-consumer-only outdoor start-ups and the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead in an evolving marketplace.
Gear trends: 2015/16 Backcountry ski boots and bindings March 22, 2015 0Comments Demand for touring and racing performance transforms ski boot and binding market. Check out the top products and trends headed to retail in 2015-16.
Gear trends: 2015/16 Backcountry skis March 22, 2015 0Comments Backcountry skis losing ounces, but gaining strength. Find out what's ahead next season for retail shelves in 2015-16.
Black Diamond Inc. exploring options to sell brands March 16, 2015 1Comments SNEWS talks to Black Diamond CEO Peter Metcalf and Wall Street analyst on potential sales of Black Diamond, Pieps and Poc Sports.
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Gear trends: 2015/16: Backcountry snowboards and splitboards
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Black Diamond Inc. exploring options to sell brands