Good News or Bad News: The Latest Wins & Facepalms From The Outdoor Industry!
Good News or Bad News: The Latest Wins & Facepalms From The Outdoor Industry!  
Podcast: The Rock Fight: Outdoor Industry & Adventure Sports Commentary
Published On: Mon Sep 29 2025
Description: Today on The Rock Fight, Colin and Producer Dave break down the latest headlines in the outdoor industry with a game of Good News or Bad News. From new products to hilarious marketing campaigns (and one massive brand blunder in the Himalayas), they separate the wins from the fails in a wild week for outdoor brands. On the docket:Retail updates: Sherman Outdoor Sports closes after 103 years, while Sherpers celebrates 90 years and Eau Claire Outdoors gets it going. (04:07)Brand updates: Is Marmot showing signs of life? (07:38)Good News or Bad news?New Shells: Rab launches a PFAS-free Gore-Tex line. (08:36)Collabs gone grocery: Nike x Kirkland shoes hit the internet. (13:04)Athletes & influence: Does Killian Jornet’s 14er linkup land the way it once might have? (16:09)Support those who support The Rock Fight! Today's partners: Ibex, Fjallraven, Royal Robbins, Lems, Conatus CounselMarketing done right: Mammut’s mockumentary-style campaign hits the landing. (27:08)The big one: Arc’teryx’s fireworks fiasco in the Himalayas begs the question: how did this even happen? (33:03)Lightning Round: Salt Life eyewear, Eastern Mountain Sports, and Huffy. (40:41)Parting Shot: The X Games announce a new “league” with betting baked in. (43:15)Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's semi-weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.