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News briefsOutdoor Research launches MTB collection
OR’s first mountain bike collection, called Freewheel and originally announced for Spring 24, is now available for consumers.
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News briefsOutdoor Research drops first dedicated MTB apparel line
As outdoor apparel manufacturer Outdoor Research (OR) releases its first dedicated collection of technical mountain bike gear for Spring 2024, the Seattle-based brand is expanding its athlete roster with four riders who will provide product category expertise and feedback as OR fully embraces the category. Trail and freeride athletes Georgia ...
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News briefsOR partners with Nikwax to transition away from intentional PFAS use
With its Fall 2024 collection, Seattle-based outdoor apparel manufacturer Outdoor Research (OR) unveils new materials and DWR technologies on its best-selling and now most sustainable rain collection, paired with the brand’s most significant sustainability efforts to date. The redesigned Foray and Aspire waterproof shell collections feature AscentShell ...
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News briefsOutdoor Research promotes longtime employee to VP of Operations
Seattle-based outdoor manufacturer Outdoor Research (OR) recently promoted longtime employee Geoff Potter to VP of Operations. Potter has worked in planning and operations for nearly 12 years. In his new role, he will oversee the company’s supply chain logistics, demand planning, retail operations and information systems. OR believes this restructuring ...
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ArticleOutdoor Research publishes first Annual Impact Report
Seattle-based company Outdoor Research (OR) published its inaugural Annual Impact Report, highlighting its commitment to sustainability, inclusivity and responsible corporate practices. The report is a tool OR will use to annually share its progress, achievements and future targets around its efforts as a responsible global corporate citizen. “The textile ...
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News briefsOutdoor Research's next collection virtually PFAS free
PFAS have been almost completely phased out in Outdoor Research’s (OR) Spring 2024 collection. The Seattle-based manufacturer of outdoor apparel and gear says products in the new line are driven by sustainability, technology and inclusivity. OR’s goal of removing intentionally added PFAS will be virtually complete in the forthcoming ...
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News briefsNikwax develops PFAS-free, factory-applied DWR for synthetic outdoor fabrics
British care and waterproofing company Nikwax has developed a high-performance, PFAS-free, factory-applied Durable Water Repellent (DWR) for synthetic outdoor fabrics. As Nikwax’s global launch partner, U.S.-based Outdoor Research will debut the new Direct.Dry in its Fall 2024 line. Source: Nikwax With PFASs in the crossfire of criticism ...
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News briefsOutdoor Research selects preferred partner for DWR treatments
Seattle-based Outdoor Research (OR) has struck a deal with the UK’s Nikwax, which from September is to become the gear and apparel company’s “preferred partner for after-purchase Durable Water Repellent (DWR) care and treatment.” The deal aligns with OR’s gradual shift away from per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which it ...
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News briefsOutdoor Research has a new U.K. partner
Seattle-based Outdoor Research (OR) has announced a new licensing partnership with U.K.-based Brigantes Consulting Limited to launch new products under the OR Pro brand across Europe and the Middle East. Tactical apparel and equipment procurement specialists Brigantes has been a defense supplier to NATO military and elite police units since ...
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ArticleExecutive promotions at Outdoor Research
The Seattle-based outdoor apparel and equipment manufacturer Outdoor Research (OR) has promoted three department heads to new leadership positions. Katarzyna Schoewe has been promoted to vice president of design and product innovation, Chris King to vice president of brand creative, and Alex Lauver to senior director of materials innovation and ...
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News briefsSarah Seifert joins OR as new VP e-commerce
Source: Outdoor Research Sarah Seifert Seattle-based brand Outdoor Research (OR) has hired Sarah Seifert as its new vice president e-commerce. Seifert has been e-commerce manager at Eagle Creek most recently. Prior to that, she worked for seven years as director of e-commerce for Smartwool. Her experience also ...
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News briefsYoungone receives ISPO Textrends Award for best new synthetic insulation
For its new synthetic insulation material Ecoloft ActiVe SR that incorporates 35 percent bio-based Sorona, 55 percent recycled polyester and a 10 percent share of virgin polyester, the Korean company Youngone has received the ISPO Textrends Award 2023/24. The new insulation is a vertical, overlapping fiber construction that aims for ...
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News briefsLiz Wilson promoted SVP global product creation at OR
Liz Wilson Seattle-based brand Outdoor Research (OR) has promoted Liz Wilson to senior vice president of global product creation. Wilson, who has worked for OR for four years, is tasked with leading the product creation team and product development process from concept to consumer, from product and ...
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Outdoor Research strengthens its military and tactical segment with new hire
This month, Outdoor Research (OR) hired David Hein as GM of military and tactical. Hein comes to OR from 5.11 Tactical, where he spent 12 years as vice president and GM, among other positions. Prior to that, Hein spent more than a decade at Dickies. OR has been in the ...
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New OR short film tells the story of finding community and inclusivity
Seattle-based outdoor company Outdoor Research (OR) continues the important conversation about creating a more inclusive space in the outdoor community with a new film, Escaladoradie. The short film tells the story of OR ambassador Monserrat Alvarez Matehuala, who is creating a space where women of color can come together as ...
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Outdoor Research hires Vice President of People and Culture
Seattle-based company Outdoor Research (OR) has added Brett Kruse to its leadership team this week. Kruse joins OR as the new Vice President of People and Culture and will lead the company’s human-relations initiatives. Most recently, Kruse worked at Starbucks for more than a decade in HR and operations. Prior ...
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Outdoor Research has a new president
Source: Outdoor Research Roger Barton Seattle-based outdoor brand Outdoor Research (OR) announced a new leadership structure with industry veteran Roger Barton taking the helm of the company. Since 2018, Barton has led all aspects of finance and operations at OR, building on a range of recent successes ...
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Outdoor Research helps to promote a safe and secure 2020 U.S. election
U.S. company Outdoor Research (OR) has partnered with Business For America to help support safe voting this election year. In response to the urgent need for supplies and support at the state and local level for this election, Business for America has launched Operation Vote Safe. The national, nonpartisan initiative ...
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Outdoor Research converts Seattle facility to produce protective equipment
Outdoor Research, a U.S. outdoor brand from Washington state, is converting its onshore manufacturing facility in Seattle to produce personal protective equipment (PPE) for the medical community in response to the Covid-19 crisis. Outdoor Research said it will be able to produce more than 200,000 masks per day. This commitment ...
