Swiftwick, a manufacturer of performance sock apparel for athletes, celebrates 10 years in the sports industry. The company is commemorating the milestone with a consumer giveaway campaign that will last until the end of 2018. The Brentwood, Tenn. company opened its doors locally in 2008 when a group of athletes pursued the need for technical wear that could…
5,000 Plus triathletes expected to converge on Cleveland this weekend for the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships. The event features two national championship races over two days at Edgewater Park. USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships The Olympic-Distance National Championships, set for 7 a.m. ET on Saturday, Aug. 11, will cover a 1,500-meter swim, 40-kilometer bike…
Applications for the YakPak influencer team are now being accepted. Yaktrax searches for urban commuters, everyday users and outdoor enthusiasts for their 2018-19 YakPak influencer team. Yaktrax, a leading outdoor brand synonymous with snow and ice traction, has opened the application portal today for its influencer team, #YakPak. Team members will represent Yaktrax as brand ambassadors to help grow…
Hydro Flask’s new Skyline Series features a streamlined color collection reflecting the sights and silhouettes of modern cityscapes. The palette of six contemporary shades highlights two new colorways – Brick and Sky – alongside Black, White, Mist and Stone. Each pairs with a subdued tonal logo for minimal contrast. Spanning multiple product categories, the Skyline…
We Are Triathletes, a feature-length documentary on the sport of triathlon, has won a prestigious Award of Excellence from The Accolade Global Film Competition. The award was given for its exceptional storyline featuring 6 long distance triathletes including 3-time Ironman World Champion and 2014 Challenge Roth Champion Mirinda Cafrae, 8-time Ironman Champion Luke McKenzie, double above-knee…
Ohio Outside is running into a lot of B Corps lately and often get the question “what are B Corps”. B Corp is to business what Fair Trade certification is to coffee or USDA Organic certification is to milk. B Corps are for-profit companies certified by the nonprofit B Lab to meet rigorous standards of…
The School of Graduate Studies at Western State Colorado University in Gunnison (and just down the road from MTB Mecca Crested Butte) recently announced the formation of a new and innovative opportunity. Starting with the 2018-19 academic year, Western will offer an Outdoor Industry MBA. The two-year, online program includes an MBA core as well…
2017 IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BROADCAST SPECIAL TAKES HOME EMMY AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING EDITED SPORTS EVENT COVERAGE Annual NBC Broadcast Special honored by National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) with Sports Emmy Award, edging out other world-class sports event productions. May 8 at Jazz in Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York…
Hundreds of cute, enthusiastic toddlers – some still in diapers – from throughout Ohio and as far away as Texas, will participate in family-friendly bike races and play experiences at the Ohio Strider Cup race, May 26, in Public Square in Downtown Cleveland. For parents and spectators alike, the event will provide one-of-a-kind opportunities to take captivating photos and…
Time Trial to play on April 13th and April 15th at the Cleveland International Film Festival Scottish cyclist David Millar had risen to prominence before a 2004 doping scandal got him banned from the sport for two years. Eager for redemption and one final shot at the Tour de France, David began the tortuous series…
Ohio Outside is Proud to Sponsor Girls on the Run with Salt Fork Spring Challenge Entries. SoleMates train for the athletic event of their choice while raising money for Girls on the Run Northeast Ohio. SoleMates raise critically needed funds that ensure our council is able to serve more girls in the Northeast Ohio area,…
Catering towards swim-run events, which are increasingly growing in the U.S., Salming has released their much-anticipated encore, the Salming OT Comp. Short for Off Trail Competition, Salming teamed up with technical soles authority Michelin, in order to create a lightweight agile self-cleaning shoe with incredible traction that caters to the needs of orienteering, OCR and swim-run athletes. A…
The Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) presented a “Zero Waste Excellence Award” to Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon, Inc. (P3R) in recognition of their commitment to minimizing the amount of solid waste sent to area landfills during the 2017 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon weekend of events. P3R was one of only two organizations to achieve a…
Coming to Cleveland May 11, 12 and 13th. Driving Vibram’s Sole Factor program is a customized, 38-foot mobile cobbler unit outfitted with a cobbler repair shop and outsole showroom. Vibram, a leader in high-performance soles and the creator of the Vibram FiveFingers articulated toe shoe, today announced plans and dates for its 2018 Sole Factor tour. “Vibram’s…
With many runners looking to tackle Spring Marathons, the launch of Balega Blister Resistant socks is perfect timing. The specialty mark running sock manufacturer launches its completely redesigned Blister Resist sock collection for Spring 2018. Made from natural mohair, Balega Blister Resistant Socks are designed to protect against sheer friction blisters without sacrificing breathability, comfort…