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St. Louis, MO (August 15, 2018) — TOMS, the One for One® shoes and accessories company, and So iLL, makers of environmentally conscious and stylish climbing equipment, are proud to unveil a joint climbing-inspired product initiative to support 1Climb, a non-profit organization ...read more
Portland, ORE. (August 13, 2018) - Circuit Bouldering Gym and Next Adventure host the largest single-day bouldering competition and festival in the nation for the eighth year on October 6, 2018 at The Circuit’s 19,000 square foot gym in Tigard, Oregon. Each year 300 climbers ...read more
SEATTLE, Wash. (August 9th, 2018) — Since 1969, Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®) has set the standard for creating high-performance outdoor products meant to withstand the harshest conditions of the mountains. New for 2019, MSR introduces the Pro Bivy, the ultimate ...read more
Ruffwear’s Fall/Winter 2018 product line launched August 1st with gear designed to enhance and inspire exploration for outdoor adventurers and their human companions. Dogs are our adventure partners. We share experiences together on the trail, on the water, in the snow, and ...read more
Durango, CO – August 1, 2018 – Responding to demand from customers, Colorado-based sports drink manufacturer Tailwind Nutrition is releasing its popular recovery drink, Rebuild, in 15-serving bags online and to specialty retailers on August 1. Rebuild, the first recovery drink ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – Nite Ize® reimagined their iconic Gear Tie® Reusable Rubber Twist Tie™ to create the solution gardeners have been seeking. The new garden-oriented Reusable Foam Twist Tie™ is gentle on plants, endlessly adjustable, and can be easily cut to size ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – The traditional concept for an insulated beverage holder just got a lot “cooler” with the new SlapLit™ LED Drink Wrap from Nite Ize®. This light-up beverage accessory keeps summer drinks cold while adding a unique element of fun to any nighttime ...read more
The Nite Ize® S-Biner® has become a popular accessory for holding, organizing and identifying keys and other small items. Today, the Colorado manufacturer introduces a new colorful, aluminum S-Biner MicroLock® featuring a lightweight aluminum body with durable stainless steel ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – With the devastating increase of accidents caused by distracted driving, thirty-six U.S. states now prohibit or restrict the use of handheld devices while operating a vehicle.* Motorists need in-vehicle solutions that eliminate distraction and ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – Each year, more than 95 million smartphones are damaged from drops according to market research firm IDC. To help address this $29.8 billion problem for consumers, Nite Ize® designed the Hitch™ Phone Anchor as an affordable solution for drop ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – The patented fiber optic array technology of the Flashflight® Light-Up Flying Disc from Nite Ize® has appealed to players of all skill sets for decades. Now the engineers at Nite Ize have introduced Disc-O Select™ to this iconic flying light-up ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – The new Clip Case Hardshell™ Horizontal from Nite Ize® protects your smartphone while keeping it secure and accessible by your side. Engineered with high-density EVA foam to provide protection from bumps and shocks, a ballistic nylon exterior with ...read more
BOULDER, Colo., July. 23, 2018 – Nite Ize®, a Boulder based manufacturing company, is expanding their iconic line of Gear Tie® Reusable Rubber Twist Ties™ to include an innovative way to easily carry awkward loads. The new Gear Tie Handle + Loopable™ quickly wrangles everything ...read more
BOULDER, Colo. (July 19, 2018) – SCARPA North America this week promoted Sarah Fansler, who has worked at the brand for the past three years, to Direct Sales Manager. In her new role, Fansler will work to elevate customers’ online experience and engagement with the SCARPA brand ...read more
Black Diamond Equipment®, a global innovator in climbing, skiing and mountain sports equipment, is introducing a collection of spring 2019 products in its mountain category that reflects its knowledge as a leading equipment manufacturer for over 30 years. Black Diamond’s spring ...read more
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (July 19, 2018) - Petzl, the leader in solution-based lighting and verticality equipment, announces a Spring 2019 product collection that continues the brand’s commitment to helmets that offer TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION, along with refinements to some of the ...read more
LAUSANNE (July 18, 2018) - LifeStraw®, a global leader in developing innovative filtration and purification products for safe drinking water, is showcasing its enhanced line of products for fall 2018 that filter microplastics, bacteria, chemicals and, now, lead. LifeStraw Play is ...read more
Amavara, an emerging leader in natural and reef-safe sunscreen products, has selected SMACK! Mediato drive public relations, communication and digital campaigns for the launch of their mineral based products. Founded by a former Navy SEAL, Amavara is dedicated to upholding the ...read more
NORTH VANCOUVER, Canada, July 16, 2018 –ARC’TERYX, the technical leader in outdoor performance apparel and equipment, is paying tribute to athlete Marc-Andre Leclerc during the ARC’TERYX Climbing Academy by dedicating a night of speeches and events in his honor. The event is ...read more
La Sportiva celebrates 90 years of product innovation for the mountain enthusiast with four footwear styles in the Mountain and Climbing categories for Spring 2019. All new models are designed for performance in the mountains in categories that La Sportiva has long been ...read more
Black Diamond Equipment, a global innovator in climbing, skiing and mountain sports equipment, introduces a collection of climbing products for spring 2019 that reflects 30 years of climbing innovation and is targeted at both traditional and gym climbers. Black Diamond’s spring ...read more
Seattle Manufacturing Corporation (SMC) introduces new Kobah Ice axe series. Kobah is the Skagit natives word for Mt Baker, SMC’s favorite place for inspiration and equipment testing. For the new Kobah series, SMC upgraded their original patented head-isolation design, reducing ...read more
LAUSANNE (July 11, 2018)–LifeStraw, a global leader in developing innovative filtration and purification products for safe drinking water, today released its first responsibility report highlighting 13 years of global safe drinking water efforts. Specifically, it outlines new ...read more
Whether headed to the lake, forest or beach, OtterBox has built a reputation as a staple on every outdoor excursion. OtterBox introduces Yampa Dry Duffle, the waterproof bag that keeps gear safe from water, drop, sand and dirt, coming soon.The latest in the outdoor gear line from ...read more