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Merrell has developed a superb range of highly innovative footwear for women which incorporates state-of-the-art technologies for Spring/Summer 2008. The brand believes in continuously expanding the outdoor journey of discovery and freedom and this is the backbone mantra for all the models in this exciting design driven summer collection. Merrell strives to inspire the outdoor athlete in all women and encourage them to get outside at every opportunity! read more »

The contract has been signed! At the headquarters of the European Outdoor Group (EOG) in Seon, Switzerland, both partners - EOG and Messe Friedrichshafen - jointly put to paper the future of OutDoor for another five years. According to this agreement, the European trade show will be held in Friedrichshafen at least until the year 2013. During a secret ballot in January, 2008, the majority of the 47 EOG members voted in favour of the venue at Friedrichshafen. read more »

America Outdoors offers some essential issues to inquire about when considering your adventure vacation with an outfitter. read more »

Seven marathons, seven days, seven continents
Pushing boundaries, living dreams

The North Face® has announced its backing for one blind man’s global vision to prove that sight loss is no barrier to human achievement. Dave Heeley is pushing boundaries and living his dream of running Seven Magnificent Marathons – seven marathons, on seven continents, in seven days. The extraordinary challenge aims to raise awareness of visual impairment around the globe whilst at the same time raise funds for The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. read more »

A new generation of Endurance Running Footwear from The North Face®

From 100-mile ultra-endurance events to a run round your local park, The North Face has engineered running footwear for every challenge and in every condition, helping athletes achieve their goals more quickly and comfortably. read more »

Champagne corks were popping and the entire trade show team in Friedrichshafen breathed an extremely happy sigh of relief when the news broke that OutDoor will continue to be held on the shores of Lake Constance. “Now we can carry on with the OutDoor success story,” said the overjoyed Messe Friedrichshafen CEO, Klaus Wellmann, after the European Outdoor Group (EOG) announced its decision in Munich on Wednesday. read more »

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Backpack manufacturer Deuter’s Futura series is set for the future, with new load dividers, a technical look and improved carry system.

The new 2008 Futura series has a clearer structure to it, without any volume overlaps. The daypack with a hemispherical zipper comes in two versions, the Futura 22 and 28. The hiking backpack with lid flap and lid compartment comes in two unisex versions (Futura 26 and 32) plus two SL models (Futura 24 SL and 30 SL). read more »

No longer do athletes stick rigidly to one discipline. Increasingly versatile sportsmen and women are switching from one fast moving activity to another – and expecting their equipment to do the same. Enter two new packs from The North Face which do just that – the Ion 20 and Escalada. read more »

In 2008, Deuter’s Dry Shield system has set its sights on new horizons. After its successful introduction to backpacks, Deuter will now be using the innovative Dry Shield technology for its bike panniers.

With its Dry Shield bike panniers, Deuter has entered the realms of top class bike panniers – in its very own style. Whereas waterproof bike panniers were traditionally made from stiff tarpaulin-like material and were awkward to handle, these DS Rack Packs come in soft, flowing shapes and two-tone designs. A real treat for the eyes! read more »

Thermal specialist Damart is urging women across the country to go green this winter without turning blue.

The company has designed a green vest which not only looks good but uses its special thermal properties to trap in warm air and protect you from the cold. read more »