Osprey sues California retailer over improper use of backpack name
The Colorado-based packmaker has filed a federal lawsuit against LA-based Aether, claiming the retailer violated the companies’ “trademark coexistence agreement.”
Latest News
See All →What’s in store for REI in 2021 and beyond?
Two recent announcements help shed light on the outdoor retailer’s future.
Oak Flat land transfer halted, but not canceled
The U.S. Department of Agriculture granted a temporary reprieve on the looming transfer of sacred land.
Industry High Five: Peak Design battles Amazon knockoff with humor
Rather than file a lawsuit, Peak Design targeted Amazon Basics’ knockoff of its Everyday Sling bag with a hilarious, must-watch video.
Polyester parties, breaking news, and fresh voices: Looking back at 37 years of SNEWS
Editors past and present take a look back at the biggest stories, seismic changes, and expanding influence of the publication’s first 37 years.
Welcome to Outside Business Journal
Today, we bid a fond farewell to the name SNEWS.
Gear
See All →From the editors: Help save the nation's first Black-owned gear shop
A history-making gear shop is in dire trouble. Let's rally together to save it.
Behind the scenes at Thule’s first North American retail store
The president of Thule’s Americas region explains why the brand chose Denver for its North American brick-and-mortar debut and how the company will measure success in a challenging retail environment.
The Magazine
See All →Great gear for all: The rise of lending libraries
Gear-lending libraries are gaining steam as an alternative to short-lived, cut-rate products, which are often the only option for those with limited resources.
Two for one: Are the industry’s two biggest climate programs in competition?
How climate emissions programs from OIA and SIA might dilute—or amplify— each other’s goals.
Trade Shows
See All →A guide to summer ’21 trade shows in the outdoor industry
Will the industry's warm-season shows run as scheduled this year? We spoke to leaders of several important events to find out.
Emerald Holding Inc. stages live Surf Expo in Florida despite spiking state Covid numbers
Exhibitors and attendees report positive experiences, even amid a massive surge in Florida Covid-19 cases and deaths.
People
See All →Renowned explorer Eric Larsen receives cancer diagnosis
A friend, colleague, and industry role model needs our help.
A brand-new digital media firm from an industry pro, Erin Brosterhous
The Colorado-based PR pro and co-founder of Inside Out Communications has struck out on her own.