Outdoor Research

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🚨NEW ATHLETE ALERT🚨 As we launch our first dedicated mountain bike gear apparel assortment–the eight-piece Freewheel MTB Collection–we're proud to announce the addition of four freeride mountain bike athletes to our team. We are thrilled to present Georgia Astle, Bas Van Steenbergen, Tom Van Steenbergen, and Damon Iwanaga as the newest Outdoor Research Athlete Team members.    The Freewheel MTB Collection brings the technical design expertise and materials innovation leadership that has defined our brand for more than 40 years to a category that is a core activity for a large segment of our existing customer base.    "Many of our longtime customers are already mountain bikers — it's right there with hiking, climbing, and skiing as core sports for them," said Chris King, VP of Brand for Outdoor Research. "Combined with the fact that many riders have already been using versatile OR products like the Helium Rain Jacket, the Ferrosi Overshort, and the Echo tops, pushing further into this space represents a natural evolution for us. Georgia, Bas, Tom, and Damon will be excellent ambassadors who will help us show existing and new customers what OR brings to this category."     Georgia Astle lives and rides in Whistler, Canada, and began her career in downhill and enduro racing. In recent years, she has evolved into the freeride space where she continues to push the sport's progression. Her recent wins include first at Crankworx Whistler in SCOR Air DH, third at Crankworx Innsbruck in Whip Off, and second at Crankworx Rotorua in Whip Off. Georgia will compete at Crankworx Innsbruck, Poland Polska Fest Jump Jam, and Crankworx Whistler this year.     Bas van Steenbergen and Tom Van Steenbergen grew up in The Netherlands before moving to Canada as kids. Both brothers started their racing careers doing BMX before switching to mountain biking racing and then freeride. Bas focuses on World Cup and Crankworx events, where he recently had back-to-back King of Crankworx World Tour victories, while Tom is focused on events like Red Bull Rampage, where he placed second last year. Tom will compete at the Cam Zink Invitational, Crankworx Whistler, and Red Bull Rampage this year. Bas just finished competing at Crankworx Rotorua and will be at Crankworx Whistler later this year.     Damon Iwanaga lives in Incline Village, Nev., and began his path to pro mountain biking on the motocross track before switching to freeride mountain biking. Still competing in events, Iwanaga also volunteers in the mountain bike community through coaching, trail building, and fundraising within his local community. Iwanaga is slated to compete at the upcoming Sea Otter Classic, as well as the TDS Enduro, Cam Zink Invitational, Crankworx Whistler and Fest Series Huckfest this year.     Welcome to the fold, Georgia, Bas, Tom, and Damon! Watch our new Freewheel MTB Collection team video below. https://lnkd.in/gF4U43i4

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SHOT Show 2024 is officially here! We will be exhibiting at booth 20049. Come speak to our exhibit team and get a sneak peek at all the new product launching later this year!

We're proud to announce long-time employee Geoff Potter's promotion to VP of Operations. Geoff has worked at Outdoor Research in planning and operations for nearly 12 years, and in this new role will oversee supply chain logistics, demand planning, retail operations, and information systems. His pivotal role in elevating our brand presence over the years underscores the importance of maintaining operational excellence ahead of ongoing growth.   "Geoff's active involvement in the ongoing modernization of operations at OR reinforces his commitment to driving efficiencies at the company, and we are grateful to have him at the helm of our business operations," said Roger Barton, President of Outdoor Research. "He's proven he's the right person to help lead the OR team in this capacity."   Potter said, "I'm grateful for the team I work with on the operations side of Outdoor Research and to be recognized with this new role. The business landscape is changing rapidly, and we are determined to stay ahead of the curve."   Join us in congratulating Geoff on his new role.

Another amazing Summer for our employees outside! #thriveoutside. We asked them to submit their outdoor adventure photos for our annual summer photo contest. Here's a look at some of our favorites.

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We are excited to announce the hiring of Felix del Toro as Senior Vice President of Product.      Stepping into the top product position at OR, del Toro brings more than three decades of product leadership and apparel experience to this role, including experience at brands ranging from Athleta and Lululemon to Fabletics, Calvin Klein, and the Gap.      Most recently, del Toro worked as chief product officer at Athleta. He also worked as general manager of men's products at Lululemon.      At Outdoor Research, del Toro will implement the merchandising expertise developed throughout a career in the apparel and design space to steer the growth and development of the OR's product line. He will lead the design, materials and sustainability, sourcing, and product management teams, reporting to Outdoor Research President Roger Barton.      "Felix knows the power of a strong brand and having him step into this role will help us continue to unlock our potential," Barton said. "He has demonstrated that he knows how to help well-established brands continue to grow by staying true to what made them successful in the first place, by listening to the consumer's unique needs, and by shifting the internal mindset within an organization."        Outside of work, del Toro is an accomplished endurance runner, having completed numerous marathons, contributing to his understanding of the need to build gear for functional usage and aesthetic appeal. He is also an avid photographer focusing on urban and natural settings and climate change.      "I'm excited and inspired to join Outdoor Research — brand DNA, product quality, technical excellence, team and values powerfully come together to enable people of all skill levels to thrive outside," del Toro said.      Del Toro's hire follows the promotion of three of its longtime department leaders earlier this year to new brand leadership positions. Katarzyna Schoewe was promoted to Vice President of Design and Product Innovation, Alex Lauver to Senior Director of Materials Innovation and Sustainability, and Chris King to Vice President of Brand Creative. Schoewe and Lauver will work closely with del Toro in his new role. 

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