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 Ice climbing March 16, 2015 0Comments As ice climbing gains popularity, so does its lighter and more versatile gear. Check out the top gear and trends ahead for retail shelves next season.
Gear trends: 2015/16 Wintersport and trekking poles March 16, 2015 0Comments Poles get lighter and less fussy to adjust. Check out what's ahead for retail shelves next season in 2015-16.
Heiner Oberrauch Q&A;: Head of Europe’s Salewa and Dynafit talks U.S. push March 16, 2015 0Comments U.S. specialty retailers appreciate Europe’s more-focused niche brands with designs that are of increasing interest to Americans.
Gear trends: 2015/16 Winter safety March 15, 2015 0Comments Lower price points and weights, more education and a new tech helps expand avy airbag and category. See what's ahead for retail shelves in 2015/16.
Gear trends: 2015/16 Winter packs March 15, 2015 0Comments Better anatomical fits help keep winter packs steady and safety gear accessible. Check out the new lines slated for 2015/16 retail.
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Gear trends: 2015/16 Ice climbing
Gear trends: 2015/16 Wintersport and trekking poles
Heiner Oberrauch Q&A;: Head of Europe’s Salewa and Dynafit talks U.S. push
Gear trends: 2015/16 Winter safety
Gear trends: 2015/16 Winter packs