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News and information from the winter outdoor community

Geartade grows environmental foundation with renewal of Climate Neutral Certification 

August 15, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (August 15, 2022) – Geartrade (geartrade.com), the outdoor marketplace for UnNew gear, this week announced their 2022 Climate Neutral Certification. This is the second consecutive year for Geartrade to achieve the Climate Neutral Certified badge, and was completed after a measurement of its 2021 greenhouse gas emissions, the purchasing of eligible verified […]

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Bollé Launches Latest Eco-Friendly Mountain Range Collection for Fall 2022 Three new glacier sunglasses for adventures that take you to the ends of the earth

August 11, 2022

LYON, FRANCE (August 9, 2022) – Bollé is excited to announce the introduction of the latest collection of Glacier Mountain Range sunglasses that include: the Adventurer, Ascender, and Pathfinder as part of its Fall 2022 collection. This latest collection is a continuation of Bollé’s commitment to providing eco-friendly, and sustainably sourced products as part of […]

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Geartrade fall collection to feature ‘UnNew’ gear and apparel from ORTOVOX

August 2, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (AUGUST 2, 2022) — For those gearing up for fall adventures, Geartrade (geartrade.com), the outdoor marketplace for UnNew gear, is featuring a selection of apparel and packs from ORTOVOX (ortovox.com), the award-winning creator of performance mountain apparel and equipment. The latest arrivals of ORTOVOX at the Geartrade warehouse are part of […]

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SMITH EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY

July 28, 2022

PORTLAND, OR (July 28, 2022) – SMITH is excited to announce its renewed and expanded partnership with Alterra Mountain Company as the exclusive product sponsor of eyewear and helmets among 15 Alterra-owned resorts across North America. The extended four-year agreement highlights SMITH and Alterra’s shared passion for the mountains and targets a multi-season approach to […]

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MONTANA BASED PEAK SKI COMPANY APPOINTS DARRIN HAUGEN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF INNOVATION, DESIGN AND PRODUCTION

July 25, 2022

BOZEMAN, Montana, July 26, 2022—Peak Ski Company’s Cofounder and Chief Executive Officer, Andy Wirth, announced today that Darrin Haugen has accepted the position of Vice President of Innovation, Design and Production at the Montana based company. In April of this year, the Peak Ski Company was launched, and the company announced its 22/23 lineup of […]

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Houdini and The Woolmark Company Launch New Collection Made of Natural Materials

July 19, 2022

The New Naturals – developed in close cooperation with The Woolmark Company, TENCEL™ and Südwolle Group, that reflects the high sustainability standards of all partners STOCKHOLM (July 19, 2022) Driven by its love for nature, circular sportswear brand Houdini has been revolutionizing the outdoor and textile industry since 1993, creating real alternatives to linear apparel […]

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SCOTT RANDALL NAMED GLOBAL VP OF PRODUCT AT SMITH

July 18, 2022

PORTLAND, Oregon (July 18, 2022) – SMITH – global market leader in snow goggles and helmets and industry innovator across bike helmets, sport, lifestyle, and prescription eyewear – is excited to announce the appointment of Scott Randall to the role of Global Vice President of Product. With over two decades of experience working within the […]

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SNOW PARTNERS HONORED IN TOP WORKPLACES NATIONAL SURVEY

June 6, 2022

MONTVILLE, NJ (June 30, 2022) – SNOW Partners, a world-renowned authority in resort operation whose mission is to enhance lives by building lasting connections, along with its Mountain Creek Resort and Big SNOW American Dream indoor snow facility, have been recognized as a top place to work in New Jersey by the Top Workplaces National Survey. Additionally, SNOW Partners […]

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Nester Hosiery recognized by North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership for Manufacturing Excellence

May 31, 2022

Mt. Airy, NC, (May 3, 2022) – Nester Hosiery, a leading U.S. manufacturer of performance merino wool socks and parent company of the Farm to Feet sock brand, was recently recognized by North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) with a 2022 Manufacturing Leadership Award for Sustainable Manufacturing. The NCMEP award program recognizes manufacturers for their […]

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Moosejaw Expands “Fearsome Critters” Ambassador Program, with Runners, Backpackers, Snowsports Enthusiasts, and Climbers for Creative Content and Adventures

May 18, 2022

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. (May 17, 2022) – Moosejaw, a leading retailer specializing in outdoor gear and apparel, today expanded its brand ambassador program, “Fearsome Critters”, with the additions of outdoor enthusiasts who are backpackers, climbers, trail runners and snowsports athletes who love Moosejaw. “At Moosejaw, we’ve always loved the idea of “fearsome critters” – the […]

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