Split boards and AT skis ready to make the trek up to the Peter Estin Hut, part of the 10th Mountain Division hut system, somewhere between Aspen and Vail.  Time to re-think everything, away from iPhones and laptops. (more…)

As we embark on our trips around the globe in search for what’s new in style, from the Europeans, to Asia, to South Pacific, to around the US, we capture inspiration guides for our internal use, as well as for the benefit of our clients.  While the images we keep for that benefit, and don’t post all that up here, we do like to share some of our adventures, and highlights with you guys. (more…)

So This month was the ISPO trade show in Munich, and to just put it in perspective if you haven’t been, it is about 5 times bigger then SIA was this year. It was very alive with the usual bright colors, big crowds, and lots of walking.  Of course all the brats and Redbulls sure help us get through it. (more…)

Spyder Active Sports, Inc. has sold Cloudveil Mountain Works to Windsong Brands LLC, a private equity firm based in Westport, CT. Jim Reilly, the former COO of the North Face as well as Adidas America, becomes Cloudveil’s president. The transition of ownership is effective February 16. All intellectual property and assets are part of the acquisition deal. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. (more…)

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So twice a year used to be the only time coming to OR, but thois year we were already here, so the trek was minimal.  It’s the bi-yearly culmination of outdoor retailers and brands, coming together to share the products which make them both money.  Main themes this year were: (more…)

We received a nice Polartec Apex Award for a piece that we did for the First Ascent line.  Great product, fabric, and performance.  Thanks for the recognition guys!

Kevin Pearce, one of the nicest guys in snowboarding, was injured Dec. 31, 2009 while training in the halfpipe at Park City Mountain Resort. “Kev continues to maintain his stable condition with some positive signs. He is extremely determined and can definitely feel all of you love and support. Still can’t thank all of you enough.” -Adam Pearce (more…)