Archive for October, 2006

OGE Featured Merchant: CampSaver.com

Posted in OGE Merchants on October 10th, 2006

It’s time once again to bring attention to one of the many leading outdoor-oriented merchants that make up the OGE database. This month we are featuring CampSaver.com out of Logan, Utah. As a reminder, OutdoorGearEngine.com provides price comparisons on top camping products from companies like The North Face. You’ll find world-class brands at CampSaver (more info on CampSaver.com).

As their namesake suggests, you’ll find some great deals from this store. See for yourself by searching the database for camping gear from companies like Kelty, Mountainsmith and MSR. Also, check out their site regularly for the Closeout Deals on Gear.

The merchant detail page for CampSaver.com and all our merchant partners include current sales and promotions. View CampSaver’s Merchant Info page for an up-to-date dynamic list of killer buys. Now is the time to stock your gear closet for next camping season. Thanks for checkin’ in on our merchant feature:

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PrimaLoft Brings Western US Manager On Board

Posted in Industry News on October 8th, 2006

Pretty nice score for PrimaLoft. Setting sites on the Western US is a great focus for Russ and gang.. Check out the official press release from OutdoorIndustry.com.

Albany, New York, October 6, 2006 — PrimaLoft® – Insulation Technology™ has hired Russ Angrignon as the new Western US Territory Manager for the company, responsible for expanding new business opportunities in the West in the outdoor and snow sports markets.

Russ is an avid outdoor enthusiast with a passion for mountaineering. Angrignon has held previous sales management positions with Gabriel A. Mordo & Son Ltd, Arc’teryx and Garaventa.

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RockCreek & Chaco Raise Money for Access

Posted in Industry News on October 4th, 2006

Chattanooga, TN, October 2, 2006, Widely recognized as contributors to environmental protection and outdoor causes, Chaco and Rock/Creek Outfitters announce this week they will offer custom Chaco Performance Sandals during the 2006 Triple Crown Bouldering Series to raise funds for a prime bouldering areas in the Southeast. Some of the custom sandal proceeds will be donated to the Southeastern Climbers’ Coalition to help gain permanent access to Boat Rock, a woodland area in Atlanta with more than a half mile of unique granite boulders.

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Snoop Dogg Starts Skateboard Co.

Posted in Daily Grind on October 1st, 2006

Ha! You gotta love this. Was about to turn it in for the night, but I had to bring this over from Digg.com. “With all the hype surrounding Hip-Hop and Skateboarding this doesn’t really surprise me much. Snoop Dogg is genius with music and he obviously realizes that there is massive potential with Hip Hop influence in the skateboard industry.” He’s one savvy business man that snoop…

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