October 28, 2022 Hard Goods Brand Crushing its Sustainability Goals
Osprey announces significant progress towards its goal to become the most progressive, transparent and sustainable hard goods brand worldwide....
October 24, 2022 GORE ePE Membrane
Not long ago, repairs were both necessary and natural. Today, a new product is only a few keystrokes away, while repair has become a hassle. Is a revival possible – and can it be a profitable service?...
October 24, 2022 Isbjörn: “Durability is our silver bullet”
Isbjörn of Sweden is committed to making long-lasting outdoor clothing for adventurous kids and teenagers, choosing the highest performing and responsible materials and manufacturing processes each season....
October 4, 2022 Bergans – Reasons to Repair
Not long ago, repairs were both necessary and natural. Today, a new product is only a few keystrokes away, while repair has become a hassle. Is a revival possible – and can it be a profitable service?...
October 3, 2022 Can “Nearshoring” Solve Our Many Crises?
Is "nearshoring" production back to nearby countries the solution to pandemic, war and climate woes? We take a deepdive into the bicycle apparel industry's efforts to find out....
September 19, 2022 Patagonia: “Earth is now our only shareholder”
Kicking off its next 50 years, Patagonia announces it is “going purpose” instead of “going public.”...
September 4, 2022 We’ve Got the Power
Many wait on politicians to sort out renewable energy production. Suston meets with three outdoor brands and retailers that, through their own wind and solar initiatives, are already leading the way....
September 1, 2022 Wolf Rewilding Mission by Jack Wolfskin
Outdoor brand aligns with National Geographic Conservation Photographer, Field Biologist and Wolf Expert Ronan Donovan....
September 1, 2022 Time to put Higg MSI controversy to rest? A question remains…
In response to the Higg MSI controversy, the Scandinavian Outdoor Group hosted a digital forum where the Norwegian Consumer Authority, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and other members of the industry could put this case to rest. Still, just one question...
August 30, 2022 Backpack Made With Recycled & Cow Methane Materials
Osprey announces the Talon Earth, featuring PFAS-free, GRS recycled and Bluesign designated materials, as well as hardware innovations made using certified renewable natural gas from cow methane....