Month: May 2022

  • Five V Partners with Sea To Summit

    News from Five V We are excited to announce our second Five V Fund IV investment and partnership with Sea to Summit. Sea to Summit is an award-winning global adventure equipment brand. Its products, developed through relentless innovation, extend across sleep, storage, ultra-light camp kitchen, transport accessories, tents, and water sports, and are used by…

  • Quinn Simmons and Kira Payer win Iron Horse Bicycle Classic Coca Cola Road Race

    Durango, Colo. (May 28, 2022) – Quinn Simmons and Kira Payer won the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic Coca Cola Road Race this morning in Silverton. The road race and non-competitive, gran fondo-style McDonalds Citizen’s Tour saw 2,200 riders in total across all age group categories, with the Durango-Silverton events selling out. In the men’s race,…

  • State Bicycle Meerkat Klunker – Fundraiser for the Sierra Butte Trail Stewardship (SBTS)

    State Bicycle Company and Dynaplug banded together to release The Meerkat Klunker into the wild at the Sea-Otter Classic. Aptly named after Dynaplug’s mascot, The Meerkat. Highlighting nothing but the classiest parts package this side of Downieville, this is not your grampa’s Klunker! The Meerkat Klunker will be awarded to the winner of the donation…

  • Pearl iZUMi 2022 Fathers Day Gift Ideas

    Father’s Day is right around the corner, and PEARL iZUMi men’s apparel covers everything from the cycling dad to the best-dressed casual dad. The small assortment of apparel covers mountain biking Elevate Shorts, Elevate Short-Sleeved Jersey, the trendy casual Prospect Shirt, and Rove Shorts. There is the Pro Bib Short and Attack Jersey for the…

  • Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Beacon Safety Recall Notice

    Backcountry Access (BCA), in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada, is issuing a voluntary recall of a small number of Tracker4 avalanche transceivers due to a switch plastics production issue. This issue impacts certain Tracker4 beacons with serial numbers that start with 21H05 or 21H06 sold after June 1, 2021. The affected units…

  • 6D Helmets Introduces All New ATB-2T Bicycle Trail Helmet

    The 6D ATB-2T helmet was designed and engineered with the singular goal of building the safest MTB helmet possible. The new 3/4 shell design provides increased coverage, improved venting, lighter weight, and a sleeker profile than its predecessor while managing impacts more efficiently by means of its updated ODS technology. The ATB-2T’s ODS system is…

  • After 16 Years, Lizard Skins Adds a Bold Color to Northshore Grip

      Lizard Skins, a longtime industry leader in grips and handlebar tape, is adding a bold Lime Green color to its iconic Northshore grip line, which until now consisted mainly of neutral and earth tones. The Northshore is one of the Lizard Skins all-time best-selling grips; it has been a mainstay of the line for…

  • Video – PEARL iZUMi supports Sir Willie the Wiener in becoming the FKD, the Fastest Known Dog

    PEARL iZUMi supports Sir Willie the Wiener in becoming the FKD, the Fastest Known Dog PEARL iZUMi is thrilled to pass along a short daschund’mentary on Sir Willie the Wiener that gives a glimpse into what it takes to become the FKD, the Fastest Known Dog. The film showcases his cutting-edge approach to training, recovery,…

  • Redshift Sports Introduces the Arclight Smart LED Bicycle Pedals

    Redshift Sports, the creators of performance cycling components for gravel and road, introduces the Arclight Pedals, a unique set of bike lights that take advantage of the natural motion of a cyclist. The pedaling motion creates a distinctive and instantly recognizable light pattern. This unique light movement provides a clear signal to motorists of a…

  • ERGON Launches GXR grips – lightweight and Made in Germany

    ERGON’s new GXR grips are lightweight, ergonomic, and wholly made in Germany. The slide-on GXR is super lightweight – weighing just 90-grams (size small) for the pair with bar end plugs, and the highly-dampening design utilizes their AirCell Rubber. Like their AirCell Foam (used on saddles and the new BT handlebar tape collection), AirCell Rubber…

  • Coleman Releases the new 1900 Collection

    The 1900 Collection includes a variety of lights, coolers, beverageware, and a stove, all designed with clean lines and quality, durable materials. Meet the new Coleman® 1900 Collection™ from The Coleman Company Inc., part of the Newell Brands global portfolio of brands. Created to honor 122 years of exploration and entertaining, the 1900 Collection™ is…

  • Pelican International Acquires GSI Outdoors

    Pelican International pursues its growth and diversifies its offer by acquiring GSI Outdoors Pelican is expanding its product lines and international presence with a marked entry and as a key player in the camping and outdoor equipment sector Pelican International Inc, a world leader in paddle sports, acquires a majority stake in GSI Outdoors, a…

  • HEX’s Eco-Friendly Slings

    HEX’s Eco-Friendly Slings: Aspect & Evolve Carry What You Need In These Sleek Crossbody Bags Hex draws on decades of experience in fashion, music, and art and channels it to equip the next generation of creators – empowering everyone to explore the outer limits of their potential through thoughtfully designed products. Whether worn as a…

  • Tailwind Nutrition Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary with Limited Edition Flavor, Giveaways, Events and Partnerships

    Colorado Based Nutrition Provider a Fixture in the Durango Community Tailwind Nutrition, a leading provider of simple and complete sports nutrition products for endurance athletes, is celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary this month. In 2012, athlete Jeff Vierling founded the company to find a better nutrition solution for endurance athletes after competing in the Leadville…

  • Vera Bradley Partners with Coleman To Launch New Limited- Edition Collection

    A New Way to Express Personal Style in Outdoor Gear  On the trail. Up to the lake. Into the woods. Along for the road trip or a day at the beach, let’s go together…Vera Bradley + Coleman! Vera Bradley and The Coleman Company, part of the Newell Brands global portfolio, have partnered to develop fashionable…

  • Five Ten launches Danny MacAskill ‘Do A Wheelie’ Video

    Professional mountain bike rider and YouTube legend Danny MacAskill joins forces with friends new and old in a celebration of the humble wheelie. In the summer of 2021, Danny MacAskill put out a call to action to his 3.5 million social media fans asking them to #WheelieWithDanny. Riders and fans applied from around the world…