For Immediate Release
Scott Kaier
Pale Morning Media
scottk@madriver.com
802.583.6070

Boulder, CO, September 3, 2009 - After four months of capturing the imaginations of outdoor enthusiasts thirsty for international adventure, the Sierra Designs 2009 Wales Adventure Sweepstakes - a well-supported backpacking trip for two to Wales - is now in it’s final month with an entry deadline of 11:59pm 9/30/ 2009.

Launched in May to celebrate the prestigious Backpacker Magazine Editors’ Choice Award given to the Sierra Designs Lightning XT 4 tent, the winner will be announced in early October. The winner and a guest will be flown to Wales for a week’s worth of outdoor adventure thanks to sweepstakes partners Visit Wales, Virgin Atlantic Airways, and Sierra Designs.

“After several months, we are happy to report that our sweepstakes has generated a ton of attention and we’re picking up new entries daily,” said Kenny Ballard of Sierra Designs. “I anticipate we will see more people registering as time gets shorter and we’re looking forward to selecting a winner.”

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For Immediate Release
Kerri Dellisanti
206-676-6065
media@cascadedesigns.com

Seattle, WA, July 16, 2009 - Cascade Designs, Inc., the Seattle-based industry leader in the design and manufacture of premier outdoor equipment, today announced the addition of the MSR Reactor 2.5 Pot to its 2010 cookware line for use exclusively with the award-winning MSR Reactor Stove System. The new pot is larger than the 1.7 liter pot sold with the system, and expands the versatility of the stove’s use.

“We’ve had a lot of requests for other cookware options for the Reactor Stove since we released it, mostly for a larger, more traditionally shaped pot” said Drew Keegan, Stoves, Cookware and Fuel Division Director for Cascade Designs. “Since the stove and the pot work together, we had to make sure a larger pot performed as well, and we’re happy to say we’ve achieved that. The 2.5L pot has the same boil time and efficiency for one liter of water as the current 1.7L pot does, and it only weighs 3 ounces more.”

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John L DiCuollo
Backbone Media, LLC
jld@backbonemedia.net
970-963-4873

Steamboat Springs, CO, June 25, 2009 - Big Agnes, Inc., maker of innovative sleeping bags, pads and tents, expanded its warehouse by over half to meet increased shipping demands. This upgrade has been implemented to increase Big Agnes’ efficiency with inventory and delivery as well as honoring an ongoing company mission to serve its customers well. With the warehouse growth, Big Agnes has also moved to 100% wind power at its corporate office and warehouse locations.

“Big Agnes has made a significant investment to ensure that we are competitive and retain our reputation as a brand with great customer service,” said Bill Gamber of Big Agnes. “By increasing our efficiency and expanding our warehouse space, we will continue to serve our retailers even better in the second half of 2009 and beyond.”

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Cascade Designs, Inc.
Kerri Dellisanti 206-676-6065
Tami Fairweather 206-676-6011
media@cascadedesigns.com
www.cascadedesigns.com

Seattle, WA, May 27, 2009 - Cascade Designs, Inc., the Seattle-based industry leader in the design and manufacture of premier outdoor equipment, is proud to announce the receipt of 2009 Camping Life Editors’ Choice Awards for the MSR Flex 4 Cook System and the Therm-a-Rest Ventra Down Comforter. These awards, instituted in 2002, are intended to introduce the readership to new products that are useful for family camping.

The MSR Flex 4 System is one of five new cook systems that combine the best premium materials, features and capacities to efficiently match the challenges of the job at hand. The systems are categorized under the MSR Expedition, Fast & Light and Basecamp series. The MSR Flex 4 System is the largest group cook system available in the Basecamp series. Browse all MSR products at Backcountry.com.

Camping Life editors noted that a good night’s sleep is often elusive in the outdoors, but the Ventra Down Comforter just may be your ticket to slumberland. “It’s also great for keeping warm around the campfire.”

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Scott Kaier
Pale Morning Media
scottk@madriver.com
802.583.6070

BOULDER, CO, May 15, 2009 - The Kelty Shiro 4 tent, one of the newest members of Kelty’s Basecamp line of family camping gear, has been selected by the editors of Camping Life Magazine as a 2009 Editors’ Choice Award winner.

Thanks to its two separate sleeping quarters with a large common area in between, ample interior space, and a healthy dose of backpacking tent technology, the Shiro 4 offers plenty of room for a family of four plus camping gear.

“This recognition from Camping Life is appreciated,” said Sue Edmiston from Kelty. “We designed the Shiro, along with our entire Basecamp line, to accommodate the family camper looking for outdoor products that lasts. We’re very excited about the award.”

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We’re big fans of Marmot outerwear here at the GravityFed network. Real big fans. They have killer sleeping gear. So we added Marmot to the list of brand specific pages on the Sleeping Bag Outlet blog.

“Since 1974, Marmot has been a values-based company”. If you’re an avid outdoor enthusiasts you know Marmot. They grew from 7 dealers in 1974 to now 650 authorized dealers in the US, and the product line is distributed in 27 countries. Check out some select products here, or the entire Marmot product line at Backcountry.com.

2009 Anniversary Sale is on at REI.com (and all REI retail stores). Right now through May 10th. Click the banner below and shop away. You’ll be saving huge on gear, apparel and heck maybe even some sleeping bags…best prices online right now for top brand name gear. We just went to a local REI in Salt Lake City earlier today, and had to park in the next lot over. Pure madness folks scramblin’ for their best buy of the year.

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Alycia Cavadi, Momentum Media PR
alycia@momentummediapr.com
617.875.5553

Shelburne, VT, April 28, 2009 - Mammut Sports, providers of Swiss quality alpine gear and apparel, announced of the appointment of Mountain Lake Marketing sales agency to represent the brand in the Mid-Atlantic region. The partnership marks another growth step for Mammut as the brand continues to gain market share in North America.

“Our goal in partnering with Mountain Lake’s sales team is to provide a premium level of service to our specialty dealer partners,” said Mike Welch, Sales Manager for Mammut USA. “With the power of four industry professionals representing Mammut, we can support and build upon the growth and demand we’ve seen over the last two years across the East Coast and its metro areas.”

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John DiCuollo
Backbone Media, LLC
jld@backbonemedia.net
970.963.4873

Steamboat Springs, CO, April 23, 2009 - Big Agnes, maker of innovative sleeping bags, pads and tents, was named as a Colorado Companies To Watch award winner. Colorado Companies to Watch attracted over 250 applicants, with a field of 110 companies selected as finalists. Big Agnes was one of 50 companies announced as winners of this inaugural class.

“Being recognized as a ‘Colorado Company to Watch’ is an achievement that we are very proud of,” says Big Agnes co-founder, Bill Gamber. “With the diverse nature of the Colorado economy, the visibility and exposure that this award provides will be valuable to us. It is special to be in the presence of so many dynamic entrepreneurs and small businesses, all doing our part to develop valuable products, create jobs, and enriching our communities.”

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Yep from outdoor kid carriers to bags & tents Kelty basically rules all. So we added them as the 3rd feature brand page. There is a nice display of select camping gear including tents and kelty sleeping bags there, as well as some info/history about the company. All the top online retailers for outdoor have killer sales throughout the year. Just have to sign up for the notification for when the sales/deals go live..

These stores are the ones to watch, for the best deals online. Hands down..

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By “notification” here is what I mean: have a look at all the exclusive web gear deals that are good right now from Trek Light Gear.

You can Subscribe to this deals RSS feed from this retailer, and always know when prices take a nose dive or when a killer coupon comes available.