August 19, 2019
Category: outdoor recreation, outdoor industry, walking, camping, outdoors, travel
August 15, 2019
A Swiss Army Knife Among Shoes
Developed by Skinners Technologies, Skinners shoe socks represent a new type of footwear designed for travel and outdoor and sports enthusiasts. The patented minimal shape combines the comfort of socks with the essential protection of a shoe, creating the feel of a second skin.
August 12, 2019
PrimaLoft Takes Aerogel Tech Outdoors
With the introduction of the Cross Core Series this Autumn/Winter season, PrimaLoft is pushing the boundaries of performance. Up to 80% post-recycle content has been used as PrimaLoft continues to its mission to be Relentlessly Responsible.
August 10, 2019
Icebug Offers Challenge And Co-operation
At the beginning of 2019, the Swedish company Icebug became the first climate positive outdoor footwear brand. Icebug has joined the UN’s Climate Neutral Now Pledge, meaning the company is committed to reduce CO2 emissions as much as possible and then offsetting emissions and over-compensating with 30%.
August 8, 2019
Zamberlan Extends Women’s Boot Range
For the first time in its 90 year history, Zamberlan’s 2019 launch of its Epic Women range saw footwear designed, conceived, tested and produced for the needs of the female fit, weight, energy, performance and aesthetics. The company stated, ‘It has been developed to honour the talent and legacy of courageous women who have changed the history of mountaineering.’
August 7, 2019
prAna Expands Fair Trade Programme
In 2010, prAna was the first North American apparel company to partner up with Fair Trade USA, a non-profit organisation that certifies goods manufactured in developing countries meeting specific standards in terms of wages, individual or community well-being and environmental impact. It then produced the Soul Tee by Fair Trade standards. Today, the brand has converted many of its factories to Fair Trade Certified.
August 6, 2019
UK Govt Wants Kids To Head Outdoors
Last month, UK Education Secretary Damian Hinds launched #SummerOutdoors which will suggest free or low-cost options to keep children entertained and spark interest in character-building activities during the summer break. Children and families will be encouraged to explore the outdoors during the summer holidays, as a series of fun tips and events for kids happening across the country will be signposted each week.
August 5, 2019
Traynor On The Trail 