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Outside
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Outside Interactive, Inc.
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outsideinc.com
Company typeenum
Private
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2017
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Operating
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Headcount rangeband
101–250
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HeadquartersBoulder, United States
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Boulder
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices14 records

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Keyword5 values
outdoor media platform, active lifestyle content, adventure travel booking, outdoor subscription service, digital outdoor publishing
Industry1 code
1Sporting Goods, Outdoor & Fitness Marketplaces
CodeCRAFABAIPrimaryYes
NAICS code1 code
  • Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising54185
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Amusement & Recreation Services7900
Product category
Active Lifestyle Media & Technology Platform
GTM motion4 records

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model8 records
1Outside+ Subscription
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Annual membership subscription ($99/year) bundling access to all 25+ media brands, Outside TV streaming, Gaia GPS Premium, Trailforks Pro, Warren Miller film archive, event discounts, training plans, online courses, and magazine subscriptions. Personalized content feed based on user-selected activities.

outsideinc.com
2Digital Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

Display and video advertising across Outside's network of 25+ websites reaching 80M+ monthly active consumers. Outside Ad Manager self-serve platform enables brands to run targeted campaigns with geo-targeting. High Impact Skywalker ad unit and commercial enhancements in live sports offering.

outsideinc.com
3Streaming / TV Distribution
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Outside TV distributed as optional add-on channel on YouTube TV Sports Plus, Amazon Channels, Comcast XFINITY, Samsung TV Plus, Sling TV, Roku Channel, VIZIO, and Fire TV Channels. Outside TV Features (premier subscription collection) also available on streaming platforms.

outsideinc.com
4Subscription Commerce (Cairn)
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Cairn subscription box service — monthly and quarterly curated outdoor product boxes. Over 3 million products shipped to date, 75,000+ subscribers. Kitted try-before-you-buy retail experience. Partner brands pay for product seeding and activation, generating incremental B2B revenue.

outsideinc.com
5Adventure Travel Booking
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Inntopia SaaS platform enables adventure travel booking for resorts, destinations, and tourism operators. Commission on bookings for accommodations, activities, equipment rentals, and ticketing. Integrated with Outside's content ecosystem.

outsideinc.com
6Web3 / NFT Revenue
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

NFT marketplace (Outside.io) selling digital collectibles including Outerverse Passport. Revenue share with creators and athletes. 20% of net NFT revenue goes to nonprofit partners. Built on Solana blockchain.

outsideinc.com
7Event Revenue
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Outside Festival (Denver), NASTAR National Championships, and various endurance events generate ticket revenue. Outside Festival 2024 attracted 18,000+ attendees and generated $16M for the local economy. Events also drive sponsorship and media exposure.

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8Brand Partnerships & Sponsorships
TypeAdvertising
Description

Branded content partnerships with companies including The North Face, Garmin, Volkswagen, Gatorade, Brooks Running. Case studies demonstrate storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. Partnership deals include Land Rover Defender Service Awards sponsorship ($25,000 to category winner).

outsideinc.com
Marketing channels11 records

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Distribution channels8 records

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Cost components5 values
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain
Pricing details7 tiers
1Outside+ Annual Membership
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

$99/year for full Outside+ membership. Valued at over $350 when purchased separately. Includes unlimited digital content from 20+ publications, Outside TV streaming, Gaia GPS Premium, Trailforks Pro, Warren Miller film archive, event discounts, training plans, online courses, one print magazine subscription, and member-exclusive ad-free experience. Current Active Pass members transitioned with same or more benefits.

outsideinc.com
2Outside+ via Ikon Pass Partnership
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Free one-year Outside+ subscription (a $59 value) offered to all 2023/2024 Ikon Pass holders. Redemption deadline February 2024. Current subscribers could use benefit to renew for another year.

outsideinc.com
3Outside Festival Tickets
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

General admission tickets starting at $99 for full weekend. VIP packages from $150/day to $275 for full weekend. GA+ tickets at $175 (two-day). Children 12 and under free. Outside+ members receive early-bird pricing throughout sales window. Capital One cardholder presale available.

outsideinc.com
4THE SUMMIT Conference
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Early-bird tickets at $495 (limited time), including all meals and two-day GA pass to Outside Festival.

outsideinc.com
5Outside Ad Manager (Self-Serve Advertising)
ModelUsage-basedBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Self-serve advertising platform with geo-targeting for display and video. Real-time campaign optimization and reporting. Campaigns can be live in under 48 hours. Partners can upload their own creative or use in-tool creative builder.

outsideinc.com
6NASTAR National Championships Entry
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Outside+ subscription required to register for National Championships. Additional prize money for top three adult and junior finishers in finals. Registration opens February 1 and runs through March 31 annually.

outsideinc.com
7Outside+ Adventure Pass (Marriott Bonvoy)
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

14-day free trial for new users. Existing Outside+ subscribers earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points for linking accounts. Adventure Pass provides benefits at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors properties across 350+ hotels in US and Canada.

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GTM typeB2B and B2C
B2B and B2C
Offering typeSoftware
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Brand1 of 14 records shown
1Outside+
Description

Industry-leading subscription bundled with best-in-class storytelling, videos, gear reviews, mapping apps, online courses, discounted event access, magazines, and more.

outsideinc.com
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Core offering1 text field

Outside is the home of more than 25 active-lifestyle media brands unified under the Outside+ annual membership ($99/year), which bundles premium editorial from Outside Magazine, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Yoga Journal, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Trail Runner, Velo, Clean Eating, and others; Outside TV streaming including the Warren Miller film archive; Gaia GPS Premium and Trailforks Pro offline mapping; athleteReg race registration; training plans; online courses; and member discounts. The company also operates the Scout AI adventure concierge, Outside Ad Manager self-serve advertising, Inntopia booking SaaS for 200+ resorts, Cairn subscription boxes, Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT events, and the Outerverse NFT marketplace on Solana.

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  • 300M+ annual unique users
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Product overview1 text field

Outside is a comprehensive active lifestyle media and technology platform organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core offering is Outside+, a subscription membership program that unifies access across a portfolio of 25+ media brands, digital services, and technology utilities. The platform comprises premium content publications (Outside Magazine, Outside TV, Yoga Journal, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Trail Runner, Pinkbike, CyclingTips), utility applications (Gaia GPS Premium, Trailforks Pro, athleteReg, MapMyFitness Suite), and services (Cairn subscription box, FinisherPix photography, NASTAR racing, Inntopia booking platform). Content flows across web, print, podcast, social, video, and TV channels reaching 80+ million monthly users. The company operates the Outerverse Web3 initiative, Outside Ad Manager advertising platform, and Scout AI-powered adventure concierge.

Product and service16 records
1Outside+ Membership
CategorySubscription Membership
Description

Annual membership subscription ($99/year) bundling premium content from more than 25 Outside-owned publications (Outside Magazine, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Yoga Journal, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Trail Runner, Velo, Clean Eating, Warren Miller films, and others), Outside TV streaming, Gaia GPS Premium offline maps, Trailforks Pro mountain-bike trail database, NASTAR racing access, training plans, online courses, magazines, event discounts, and an ad-free member experience. Available to active-lifestyle enthusiasts including hikers, cyclists, climbers, runners, skiers, and yogis.

2Outside TV and Outside Watch
CategoryStreaming Television
Description

Television network and FAST streaming channel providing thousands of hours of adventure-sports content including live sports broadcasts (IRONMAN Pro Series, UTMB World Series, USA Climbing), feature films (Warren Miller ski film catalog), original studio series such as 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold' and 'Park Sessions', and live event coverage. Distributed to consumers via streaming platforms; Outside TV Features available as a premier subscription on those platforms.

3Gaia GPS
CategoryMapping and Navigation Utility
Description

Premium navigation and offline-mapping application providing detailed topo maps, route planning, and offline GPS for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and off-trail adventure. Premium tier included with Outside+ subscription.

4Trailforks
CategoryMapping and Trail Database
Description

Mountain-biking trail database and GPS navigation app with community-contributed trail maps, conditions, photos, and routing. Trailforks Pro tier included with Outside+ subscription. Acquired by Outside in July 2021 alongside Pinkbike and CyclingTips.

5athleteReg
CategoryEvent Registration Platform
Description

Online race and event-registration platform for endurance sports including running, trail running, cycling, mountain biking, and triathlon events. Used by race directors to manage event signups; integrated with Outside's media brands for event promotion and discounted Outside+ member registration.

6MapMyFitness Suite (MapMyRun, MapMyRide, MapMyWalk)
CategoryFitness Tracking Application
Description

Outdoor fitness tracking applications (MapMyRun, MapMyRide, MapMyWalk) acquired from Under Armour in August 2024, providing workout and activity tracking with routes, training plans, and community. Adds 80+ million registered users to Outside's ecosystem and enhances mapping and outdoor content capabilities.

7Cairn Subscription Box
CategorySubscription Commerce
Description

Monthly and quarterly subscription box service delivering curated outdoor gear, apparel, food, and skincare products from 300+ brand partners. Includes Kitted try-before-you-buy and Unstacked gear auction experiences. Represents Outside's commerce offering connecting outdoor brands and consumers.

8NASTAR Ski Racing
CategoryRacing and Competition
Description

Recreational ski and snowboard racing program offering handicap-based racing at resorts across North America with annual National Championships at Aspen Snowmass. Outside+ subscription required to register; prize money awarded to top three adult and junior finishers.

9Inntopia Booking and Travel SaaS
CategoryTravel and Hospitality SaaS
Description

SaaS booking, marketing, and business intelligence platform for the adventure travel and hospitality industry. Enables direct-to-consumer multi-vendor booking for ski resorts, adventure destinations, national parks, golf resorts, wellness resorts, and tourism bureaus. Integrated with Outside's content ecosystem, Gaia GPS mapping, and the Outside+ Adventure Pass for Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels.

10Outside Ad Manager
CategoryAdvertising Technology
Description

Self-serve advertising platform (powered by DanAds) enabling brands to run geo-targeted display and video campaigns across Outside's network of 25+ websites reaching 80 million monthly active consumers. Real-time campaign optimization, in-tool creative builder, and reporting.

11Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT
CategoryLive Events and Conferences
Description

Annual outdoor gathering in Denver featuring music, films, speakers, gear demos, athlete panels, and immersive experiences, plus THE SUMMIT industry networking conference for outdoor professionals at the Denver Art Museum. Ticketing tiers include General Admission ($99 weekend), GA+ ($175 two-day), and VIP ($150/day to $275 weekend). Capital One and REI Co-op are presenting sponsors. The 2024 inaugural event attracted 18,000+ attendees and generated $16M for Denver's local economy.

12Outerverse NFT Marketplace
CategoryWeb3 and NFT Marketplace
Description

Web3 platform on the Solana blockchain featuring an NFT marketplace (Outside.io), a community-oriented creator platform, and an Outside-branded loyalty token. 20% of net revenue from NFT sales is distributed to nonprofit partners, and the platform operates with a carbon-neutral footprint via Solana's proof-of-stake approach.

13RUN Running Media Platform
CategoryRunning Media Platform
Description

Running-focused media platform combining Trail Runner, Podium Runner, and Women's Running content covering training, news, gear, and culture across all running disciplines. Supported by 17.2 million trail-running participants in 2025 per the Outdoor Industry Association.

14FinisherPix Endurance Sports Photography
CategoryEndurance Event Photography
Description

Global sports photography provider capturing images at 3,000+ endurance events in 50+ countries, including serving as official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide. Has photographed over 4.5 million runners, triathletes, and cyclists since founding in 2010. Co-founded by Robbie Little and Thomas Reichhold; team joined Outside in November 2020.

15Scout AI Adventure Concierge
CategoryAI Assistant
Description

AI-powered adventure concierge chatbot built on OpenAI's LLM and trained exclusively on Outside's 20+ years of exhaustively researched and field-tested outdoor content. Provides gear advice, trip itineraries, campfire recipes, and detailed adventure guidance; available across all Outside websites as the primary search engine, with premium features gated behind Outside+ membership.

16Fastest Known Time (FKT)
CategoryEndurance Sports Database and Community
Description

Authoritative database and community platform for speed records (Fastest Known Times) in running, hiking, and endurance sports, with regional editors and a community of route setters. Acquired by Outside in March 2022.

Scale indicator17 records

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Partnership34 partners
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-17
Description

Trail Runner brand expansion supported by data from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2026 Outdoor Participation Trends Report showing trail running reached 17.2 million participants in 2025, up 6.6% from the prior year.

Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-13
Description

Outside Interactive and Marriott International's loyalty program Marriott Bonvoy announced a new partnership launching May 13, 2026. Benefits offered to Outside members who link accounts with Marriott Bonvoy at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors properties across 350+ hotels in US and Canada. Through Outside+ Adventure Pass, linked members earn Marriott Bonvoy points by recording outdoor activities (hikes, runs, bike rides) using Outside's mapping apps. New users receive 14-day free trial; existing subscribers earn 1,000 points for linking. Marriott Bonvoy Moments adventure packages include experiences in Jackson Hole and Scottsdale. Starting 2026, all guests at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels can access in-stay experience benefits from Outside Interactive.

3Travel Nevada
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-02-26
Description

Travel Nevada partnered with Outside Brandworks to produce 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,' a five-part travel series exploring hidden stories and attractions across Nevada. Aired exclusively on Outside TV starting February 26, 2026.

morningstar.com
4Alex Honnold
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-02-26
Description

World-renowned climber Alex Honnold hosts 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,' a five-part series produced by Outside Brandworks in partnership with Travel Nevada. Series explores hidden stories and attractions across Nevada. Aired exclusively on Outside TV starting February 26, 2026.

morningstar.com
Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-10-02
Description

Landmark partnership announced October 2, 2025 between Outside Interactive and Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors. Merges Outside's outdoor content and community with Marriott's hospitality excellence and global network. Coming months will launch slate of extraordinary Marriott Bonvoy Moments including a one-of-a-kind adventure and cover shoot in Kauai with Outside Magazine editors. In 2026, guests at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels will access Outside content including trail maps, award-winning storytelling, and adventure shows by linking Marriott Bonvoy and Outside+ accounts.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-03-21
Description

Outside TV serves as official broadcast partner for IRONMAN Pro Series, providing free live coverage of all 18 IRONMAN Pro Series races across nine months. FinisherPix (Outside subsidiary) is official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide, including the legendary IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. 2024 coverage attracted over 36 million views across live and replays.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2025-02-06
Description

Outside acquired Inntopia in February 2025. Inntopia is a leading provider of integrated software solutions (booking, marketing, business intelligence) for the adventure travel and hospitality industry. Used by 200+ resorts and destinations. Brings booking technology that integrates with Outside's content, utilities, and community to create the ultimate adventure travel platform. Inntopia CEO Trevor Crist joined Outside following acquisition.

Strategic tierFlagshipTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-12-10
Description

Capital One is presenting sponsor of the Outside Festival and Summit. Exclusive Capital One cardholder presale provides 48-hour early access to tickets (December 11–13). Capital One and REI Co-op MasterCard cardholders enjoy benefits including early-bird pricing throughout sales, 15% merchandise and concessions discounts, express entry lines, and exclusive access to the Capital One cardholder lounge on-site during the festival.

Strategic tierFlagshipTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-12-10
Description

REI Co-op is presenting sponsor of the Outside Festival and Summit. REI Co-op MasterCard cardholders receive 48-hour early access to festival tickets. Festival attendees have access to the REI Village featuring emerging brands and product demos. Sponsorship connects REI's 24 million members with Outside's outdoor content and event ecosystem.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-12-10
Description

UCHealth is a sponsor of the Outside Festival, supporting the outdoor health and wellness event in Denver.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-12-10
Description

Denver Art Museum is a sponsor and venue partner for the Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT. THE SUMMIT takes place at the Denver Art Museum. The festival expanded to include spaces inside the Denver Art Museum in 2025.

12Defender / Land Rover
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-10-08
Description

Outside is presenting sponsor of the Outdoor Accessibility and Education category in the Defender Service Awards presented by Chase. Outside will contribute $25,000 to the winning nonprofit organization in this category. The winning organization also receives a customized Defender 130 vehicle. The awards recognize US, Puerto Rican, and Canadian nonprofits making positive community impacts. Since 2021, $700,000 in monetary awards and 18 Defender models have been provided to organizations.

outsideinc.com
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2024-08-28
Description

MapMyFitness acquired from Under Armour in August 2024, integrating MapMyRun, MapMyRide, and MapMyWalk into Outside's platform. Adds over 80 million registered users to Outside's ecosystem and enhances mapping and outdoor content capabilities.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2023-11-15
Description

Outside Ad Manager self-serve advertising platform powered by DanAds. The partnership gives brands unprecedented access to Outside's core customer base. DanAds provides the self-serve infrastructure enabling advertisers to reach high-intent audiences across Outside's network with geo-targeting for display and video reach. Real-time campaign optimization and reporting for full control and visibility.

Strategic tierStrategicTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2023-11-06
Description

Created The Outside Lab @ CU Denver — a world-class innovation lab for outdoor gear testing on CU Denver campus in downtown Denver. Lab used for gear testing, education, brand consultation, workforce development, and product reviews. Co-founded by Outside and CU Denver's College of Engineering, Design and Computing. Enables testing beyond reach of most brands using specialized equipment and standardized methods. Supports Colorado's outdoor recreation industry worth $9.6 billion in annual GDP.

Strategic tierCoreTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2023-06-30
Description

Outside Watch became available on Fire TV Channels following launch on Amazon Freevee earlier in 2023. The Outside FAST channel provides customers access to thousands of hours of programming including live sports, feature films, series, and original studio shows. Amazon Freevee is a streaming video service with thousands of premium movies and TV shows.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2023-06-30
Description

Outside TV available on Samsung TV Plus as part of Outside's distribution across major streaming platforms.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2023-06-30
Description

Outside TV available on The Roku Channel as part of Outside's streaming distribution.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2023-06-30
Description

Outside TV distributed on Comcast XFINITY and Sling TV as part of Outside's multi-platform streaming distribution strategy.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-06-08
Description

Parks Project collaborated with Outside Watch on 'Park Sessions,' a national park television series featuring live concerts by adventure-inspired musicians. Show filmed off-the-grid in remote wildlands of US national parks. Parks Project is a certified B Corp that has contributed over $2.5 million to preserve treasured parklands. Series aims to ignite passion for park conservation.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-06-08
Description

Crooked Highways co-produced 'Park Sessions' with Outside Watch, Global Cinema Society, and Parks Project. The media and production company develops film, television, content strategies, live events, and immersive experiences. Projects have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, Venice, and Berlin film festivals.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-06-08
Description

Global Cinema Society co-produced 'Park Sessions' with Outside Watch, Crooked Highways, and Parks Project.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2023-04-12
Description

Outside became Official Media Partner and Broadcaster of UTMB World Series in the USA and Canada. Agreement to broadcast up to 11 UTMB World Series events in 2023 on Outside's digital platforms, including the three UTMB World Series Majors and the pinnacle UTMB Mont-Blanc. Incredible human stories, extraordinary performances, and unique race destinations featured in Trail Runner Magazine. Partnership expanded trail running's visibility to Outside's 80M+ monthly audience.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2023-03-09
Description

Partnership offering all 2023/2024 Ikon Pass holders a free one-year Outside+ subscription (a $59 value). Outside+ provides unlimited access to content from Outside Magazine, SKI, Backpacker, Climbing, VeloNews, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Outside TV, Warren Miller, Yoga Journal, plus Gaia GPS Premium, TrailForks Pro, NASTAR courses, training plans, and recipes. Ikon Pass holders could redeem until February 2024. Also includes free NASTAR racing at select destinations with race courses.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2023-03-09
Description

Creator of the Ikon Pass and owner of 16 iconic year-round mountain destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Partnered with Outside to offer free Outside+ subscriptions to Ikon Pass holders and free NASTAR racing at select destinations.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-07-25
Description

Outside Interactive donated $25,000 to the winner of the Environmental and Conservation category in the Defender Service Awards presented by Chase. Category winners also receive a customized Land Rover Defender 130 vehicle. The initiative celebrates US and Canadian nonprofits making positive community impacts. Chase as presenting sponsor donated $5,000 to each of the 5 finalists per category.

Strategic tierStrategicTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2022-04-04
Description

Outside partnered with SuperLayer.io, a blockchain innovation firm, to build the Outerverse — an adventure-minded Web3 platform on the Solana blockchain. The Outerverse consists of an NFT marketplace (Outside.io), a community-oriented creator platform, and an Outside-branded loyalty token. SuperLayer's team of Web3 builders guides creation of the Outerverse platforms and token economy. Managing partner Kevin Chou brings experience from multiple successful Web3 businesses.

28Fastest Known Time (FKT)
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2022-03-11
Description

Outside acquired Fastest Known Time (FKT), the authoritative database and governor of speed records in running, hiking, and endurance sports. FKT saw a 260% increase in tracked FKTs from 2020–2022. Outside plans to integrate Gaia GPS technology into FKT to improve route discovery and live tracking. Partnership with regional editors who have been instrumental to FKT's growth.

outsideinc.com
29FKT Co-Founders (Buzz Burrell, Peter Bakwin, Jeff Schuler)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-03-11
Description

FKT co-founders Buzz Burrell (continuing as advisor), Peter Bakwin, and Jeff Schuler joined Outside following acquisition. Regional editors who built FKT's community continue to serve the platform.

outsideinc.com
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2021-10-21
Description

Athletic Brewing is the official non-alcoholic beer of Outside, with a shared vision to get outdoors and live without compromise. Partnership launched exclusive 'Without Compromise' content hub on Outside Online featuring 16 articles and 8 videos over the next year. Athlete ambassadors including cyclist Peter Stetina and ultrarunner Avery Collins featured. Athletic Brewing's 'Two for the Trails' initiative donates 2% of all sales to trail and park cleanups.

Strategic tierCoreTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2021-09-16
Description

Outside TV added to YouTube TV as part of its optional Sports Plus add-on package, joining NFL RedZone, FOX College Sports, and FOX Soccer Plus. Launch substantially increased Outside TV's reach by joining one of the largest and fastest-growing modern streaming platforms.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2021-07-14
Description

Outside acquired Canadian-based Pinkbike, TrailForks, and CyclingTips to expand its presence in cycling media. These assets significantly increased readership, traffic, and revenue, especially within Outside+. Acquisitions brought cycling media assets to 40 brands total.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2021-04-15
Description

Outside acquired Cairn, the top subscription box service and non-traditional commerce business connecting outdoor brands and consumers. Represents Outside's first investment in providing commerce services. Cairn team (including co-founders Rob Little and Jared Peterson) joins Outside and remains in Bend, Oregon. Cairn has shipped 3M+ products and partnered with 300+ brands.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2020-11-02
Description

Outside (then Pocket Outdoor Media) acquired FinisherPix, a global provider of endurance sports photography. FinisherPix has photographed over 4.5 million runners, triathletes, and cyclists across 3,000 events in 50+ countries. Co-founded by Robbie Little and Thomas Reichhold, team joins Outside. FinisherPix is official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide.

Recent move10 records

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Peers10 records
1The Dyrt
TypeEmerging player
Description

The Dyrt is a campsite discovery and review platform with a Pro subscription tier. It overlaps with Outside's camping/hiking content and Trailforks/Gaia utilities in the campground discovery use case and represents a more focused emerging competitor in outdoor lodging.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Lonely Planet is an established travel content and guidebook publisher. While its outdoor emphasis is narrower than Outside's, it competes for travel-adjacent editorial attention and adventure-travel audiences — the same consumer Outside's media brands target.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Active Network operates event registration, activity tracking, and endurance sports platforms (including endurance APIs and timing). It is highly comparable to Outside's athleteReg subsidiary and to Inntopia's B2B SaaS booking platform for endurance events.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Komoot is a routing and navigation platform for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures with strong European presence. It competes with Gaia GPS and Trailforks on route planning and curated outdoor content, serving a similar enthusiast segment with a paid subscription.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Condé Nast Traveler is a leading premium travel publication and competes directly with Outside Magazine for travel journalism, awards (Lowell Thomas), and affluent travel-adjacent advertisers. It is a benchmark publication for Outside's editorial ambitions.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Backcountry is a leading online outdoor and active-lifestyle retailer with content and gear discovery functionality. It overlaps with Cairn's curated product discovery and Outside's editorial-to-commerce funnel, though its primary model is e-commerce rather than media.

TypeOthers
Description

Sojern is a digital travel marketing/advertising platform targeting travelers across the booking funnel. While not a consumer-facing media brand, it is a comparable advertising and audience-targeting platform in the same travel-and-adventure customer segment Outside's ad business serves.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Strava is a dominant fitness tracking and social platform for runners and cyclists with a paid subscription model. It competes directly with Outside's MapMyFitness suite (MapMyRun/MapMyRide) and overlaps with Outside's content and subscription strategy for endurance athletes.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

REI is the largest US outdoor retail co-op and operates a content/media arm (REI Co-op Journal) plus presenting sponsors Outside Festival. While primarily a retailer, REI competes for outdoor consumer mindshare, content attention, and loyalty engagement.

TypeDirect peer
Description

AllTrails is the leading consumer hiking and trail navigation platform with a large base of trail-discovery users. It directly competes with Outside's Gaia GPS and Trailforks for outdoor route planning and is among the most comparable consumer outdoor utility products in the market.

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Profiles15 records

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Subsidiaries8 records

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Investors7 records

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Outside

Active Lifestyle Media & Technology Platformoutsideinc.com

Outside firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Outside
Legal name
Outside Interactive, Inc.
Website
https://outsideinc.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2017
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Outside industry classification

Industry
Product category
Active Lifestyle Media & Technology Platform
NAICS
Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising (54185)
SIC
Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)
akta.pro primary industry
Sporting Goods, Outdoor & Fitness Marketplaces (CRAFABAI)

Keywords

  • Outdoor media platform
  • Active lifestyle content
  • Adventure travel booking
  • Outdoor subscription service
  • Digital outdoor publishing

Where Outside is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Boulder
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

Outside business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B and B2C
Offering type
Software
Cost components
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain

Revenue model

  1. Outside+ Subscription: Annual membership subscription ($99/year) bundling access to all 25+ media brands, Outside TV streaming, Gaia GPS Premium, Trailforks Pro, Warren Miller film archive, event discounts, training plans, online courses, and magazine subscriptions. Personalized content feed based on user-selected activities.
  2. Digital Advertising: Display and video advertising across Outside's network of 25+ websites reaching 80M+ monthly active consumers. Outside Ad Manager self-serve platform enables brands to run targeted campaigns with geo-targeting. High Impact Skywalker ad unit and commercial enhancements in live sports offering.
  3. Streaming / TV Distribution: Outside TV distributed as optional add-on channel on YouTube TV Sports Plus, Amazon Channels, Comcast XFINITY, Samsung TV Plus, Sling TV, Roku Channel, VIZIO, and Fire TV Channels. Outside TV Features (premier subscription collection) also available on streaming platforms.
  4. Subscription Commerce (Cairn): Cairn subscription box service — monthly and quarterly curated outdoor product boxes. Over 3 million products shipped to date, 75,000+ subscribers. Kitted try-before-you-buy retail experience. Partner brands pay for product seeding and activation, generating incremental B2B revenue.
  5. Adventure Travel Booking: Inntopia SaaS platform enables adventure travel booking for resorts, destinations, and tourism operators. Commission on bookings for accommodations, activities, equipment rentals, and ticketing. Integrated with Outside's content ecosystem.
  6. Web3 / NFT Revenue: NFT marketplace (Outside.io) selling digital collectibles including Outerverse Passport. Revenue share with creators and athletes. 20% of net NFT revenue goes to nonprofit partners. Built on Solana blockchain.
  7. Event Revenue: Outside Festival (Denver), NASTAR National Championships, and various endurance events generate ticket revenue. Outside Festival 2024 attracted 18,000+ attendees and generated $16M for the local economy. Events also drive sponsorship and media exposure.
  8. Brand Partnerships & Sponsorships: Branded content partnerships with companies including The North Face, Garmin, Volkswagen, Gatorade, Brooks Running. Case studies demonstrate storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. Partnership deals include Land Rover Defender Service Awards sponsorship ($25,000 to category winner).

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualOutside+ Annual Membership
SubscriptionAnnualOutside+ via Ikon Pass Partnership
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goOutside Festival Tickets
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goTHE SUMMIT Conference
Usage-basedPay-as-you-goOutside Ad Manager (Self-Serve Advertising)
SubscriptionAnnualNASTAR National Championships Entry
SubscriptionAnnualOutside+ Adventure Pass (Marriott Bonvoy)

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels11 records

Outside product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Outside is the home of more than 25 active-lifestyle media brands unified under the Outside+ annual membership ($99/year), which bundles premium editorial from Outside Magazine, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Yoga Journal, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Trail Runner, Velo, Clean Eating, and others; Outside TV streaming including the Warren Miller film archive; Gaia GPS Premium and Trailforks Pro offline mapping; athleteReg race registration; training plans; online courses; and member discounts. The company also operates the Scout AI adventure concierge, Outside Ad Manager self-serve advertising, Inntopia booking SaaS for 200+ resorts, Cairn subscription boxes, Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT events, and the Outerverse NFT marketplace on Solana.

Product overview

Outside is a comprehensive active lifestyle media and technology platform organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core offering is Outside+, a subscription membership program that unifies access across a portfolio of 25+ media brands, digital services, and technology utilities. The platform comprises premium content publications (Outside Magazine, Outside TV, Yoga Journal, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Trail Runner, Pinkbike, CyclingTips), utility applications (Gaia GPS Premium, Trailforks Pro, athleteReg, MapMyFitness Suite), and services (Cairn subscription box, FinisherPix photography, NASTAR racing, Inntopia booking platform). Content flows across web, print, podcast, social, video, and TV channels reaching 80+ million monthly users. The company operates the Outerverse Web3 initiative, Outside Ad Manager advertising platform, and Scout AI-powered adventure concierge.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Outside+: Industry-leading subscription bundled with best-in-class storytelling, videos, gear reviews, mapping apps, online courses, discounted event access, magazines, and more.
  • Outside TV
  • Outside Watch
  • Gaia GPS
  • Trailforks
  • athleteReg
  • MapMyFitness
  • Cairn
  • Inntopia
  • Fastest Known Time (FKT)
  • Scout
  • Outside Ad Manager
  • Outside Festival
  • The Summit

Products and services

  • Outside+ Membership Annual membership subscription ($99/year) bundling premium content from more than 25 Outside-owned publications (Outside Magazine, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Yoga Journal, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Trail Runner, Velo, Clean Eating, Warren Miller films, and others), Outside TV streaming, Gaia GPS Premium offline maps, Trailforks Pro mountain-bike trail database, NASTAR racing access, training plans, online courses, magazines, event discounts, and an ad-free member experience. Available to active-lifestyle enthusiasts including hikers, cyclists, climbers, runners, skiers, and yogis.
  • Outside TV and Outside Watch Television network and FAST streaming channel providing thousands of hours of adventure-sports content including live sports broadcasts (IRONMAN Pro Series, UTMB World Series, USA Climbing), feature films (Warren Miller ski film catalog), original studio series such as 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold' and 'Park Sessions', and live event coverage. Distributed to consumers via streaming platforms; Outside TV Features available as a premier subscription on those platforms.
  • Gaia GPS Premium navigation and offline-mapping application providing detailed topo maps, route planning, and offline GPS for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and off-trail adventure. Premium tier included with Outside+ subscription.
  • Trailforks Mountain-biking trail database and GPS navigation app with community-contributed trail maps, conditions, photos, and routing. Trailforks Pro tier included with Outside+ subscription. Acquired by Outside in July 2021 alongside Pinkbike and CyclingTips.
  • athleteReg Online race and event-registration platform for endurance sports including running, trail running, cycling, mountain biking, and triathlon events. Used by race directors to manage event signups; integrated with Outside's media brands for event promotion and discounted Outside+ member registration.
  • MapMyFitness Suite (MapMyRun, MapMyRide, MapMyWalk) Outdoor fitness tracking applications (MapMyRun, MapMyRide, MapMyWalk) acquired from Under Armour in August 2024, providing workout and activity tracking with routes, training plans, and community. Adds 80+ million registered users to Outside's ecosystem and enhances mapping and outdoor content capabilities.
  • Cairn Subscription Box Monthly and quarterly subscription box service delivering curated outdoor gear, apparel, food, and skincare products from 300+ brand partners. Includes Kitted try-before-you-buy and Unstacked gear auction experiences. Represents Outside's commerce offering connecting outdoor brands and consumers.
  • NASTAR Ski Racing Recreational ski and snowboard racing program offering handicap-based racing at resorts across North America with annual National Championships at Aspen Snowmass. Outside+ subscription required to register; prize money awarded to top three adult and junior finishers.
  • Inntopia Booking and Travel SaaS SaaS booking, marketing, and business intelligence platform for the adventure travel and hospitality industry. Enables direct-to-consumer multi-vendor booking for ski resorts, adventure destinations, national parks, golf resorts, wellness resorts, and tourism bureaus. Integrated with Outside's content ecosystem, Gaia GPS mapping, and the Outside+ Adventure Pass for Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels.
  • Outside Ad Manager Self-serve advertising platform (powered by DanAds) enabling brands to run geo-targeted display and video campaigns across Outside's network of 25+ websites reaching 80 million monthly active consumers. Real-time campaign optimization, in-tool creative builder, and reporting.
  • Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT Annual outdoor gathering in Denver featuring music, films, speakers, gear demos, athlete panels, and immersive experiences, plus THE SUMMIT industry networking conference for outdoor professionals at the Denver Art Museum. Ticketing tiers include General Admission ($99 weekend), GA+ ($175 two-day), and VIP ($150/day to $275 weekend). Capital One and REI Co-op are presenting sponsors. The 2024 inaugural event attracted 18,000+ attendees and generated $16M for Denver's local economy.
  • Outerverse NFT Marketplace Web3 platform on the Solana blockchain featuring an NFT marketplace (Outside.io), a community-oriented creator platform, and an Outside-branded loyalty token. 20% of net revenue from NFT sales is distributed to nonprofit partners, and the platform operates with a carbon-neutral footprint via Solana's proof-of-stake approach.
  • RUN Running Media Platform Running-focused media platform combining Trail Runner, Podium Runner, and Women's Running content covering training, news, gear, and culture across all running disciplines. Supported by 17.2 million trail-running participants in 2025 per the Outdoor Industry Association.
  • FinisherPix Endurance Sports Photography Global sports photography provider capturing images at 3,000+ endurance events in 50+ countries, including serving as official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide. Has photographed over 4.5 million runners, triathletes, and cyclists since founding in 2010. Co-founded by Robbie Little and Thomas Reichhold; team joined Outside in November 2020.
  • Scout AI Adventure Concierge AI-powered adventure concierge chatbot built on OpenAI's LLM and trained exclusively on Outside's 20+ years of exhaustively researched and field-tested outdoor content. Provides gear advice, trip itineraries, campfire recipes, and detailed adventure guidance; available across all Outside websites as the primary search engine, with premium features gated behind Outside+ membership.
  • Fastest Known Time (FKT) Authoritative database and community platform for speed records (Fastest Known Times) in running, hiking, and endurance sports, with regional editors and a community of route setters. Acquired by Outside in March 2022.

Quantifiable outcome

  • 300M+ annual unique users
  • +7 more outcomes

Companies that use Outside

Customer profile

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Outside technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Outside partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship, core and strategic.

  • Outdoor Industry AssociationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 June 2026Trail Runner brand expansion supported by data from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2026 Outdoor Participation Trends Report showing trail running reached 17.2 million participants in 2025, up 6.6% from the prior year.
  • Marriott BonvoyflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2026Outside Interactive and Marriott International's loyalty program Marriott Bonvoy announced a new partnership launching May 13, 2026. Benefits offered to Outside members who link accounts with Marriott Bonvoy at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors properties across 350+ hotels in US and Canada. Through Outside+ Adventure Pass, linked members earn Marriott Bonvoy points by recording outdoor activities (hikes, runs, bike rides) using Outside's mapping apps. New users receive 14-day free trial; existing subscribers earn 1,000 points for linking. Marriott Bonvoy Moments adventure packages include experiences in Jackson Hole and Scottsdale. Starting 2026, all guests at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels can access in-stay experience benefits from Outside Interactive.
  • Travel NevadaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2026Travel Nevada partnered with Outside Brandworks to produce 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,' a five-part travel series exploring hidden stories and attractions across Nevada. Aired exclusively on Outside TV starting February 26, 2026.
  • Alex HonnoldminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2026World-renowned climber Alex Honnold hosts 'Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,' a five-part series produced by Outside Brandworks in partnership with Travel Nevada. Series explores hidden stories and attractions across Nevada. Aired exclusively on Outside TV starting February 26, 2026.
  • Marriott International (Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 October 2025Landmark partnership announced October 2, 2025 between Outside Interactive and Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors. Merges Outside's outdoor content and community with Marriott's hospitality excellence and global network. Coming months will launch slate of extraordinary Marriott Bonvoy Moments including a one-of-a-kind adventure and cover shoot in Kauai with Outside Magazine editors. In 2026, guests at Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors hotels will access Outside content including trail maps, award-winning storytelling, and adventure shows by linking Marriott Bonvoy and Outside+ accounts.
  • IRONMANcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 March 2025Outside TV serves as official broadcast partner for IRONMAN Pro Series, providing free live coverage of all 18 IRONMAN Pro Series races across nine months. FinisherPix (Outside subsidiary) is official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide, including the legendary IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. 2024 coverage attracted over 36 million views across live and replays.
  • InntopiacoreTechnology or Integration · 6 February 2025Outside acquired Inntopia in February 2025. Inntopia is a leading provider of integrated software solutions (booking, marketing, business intelligence) for the adventure travel and hospitality industry. Used by 200+ resorts and destinations. Brings booking technology that integrates with Outside's content, utilities, and community to create the ultimate adventure travel platform. Inntopia CEO Trevor Crist joined Outside following acquisition.
  • Capital OneflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 December 2024Capital One is presenting sponsor of the Outside Festival and Summit. Exclusive Capital One cardholder presale provides 48-hour early access to tickets (December 11–13). Capital One and REI Co-op MasterCard cardholders enjoy benefits including early-bird pricing throughout sales, 15% merchandise and concessions discounts, express entry lines, and exclusive access to the Capital One cardholder lounge on-site during the festival.
  • REI Co-opflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 December 2024REI Co-op is presenting sponsor of the Outside Festival and Summit. REI Co-op MasterCard cardholders receive 48-hour early access to festival tickets. Festival attendees have access to the REI Village featuring emerging brands and product demos. Sponsorship connects REI's 24 million members with Outside's outdoor content and event ecosystem.
  • UCHealthminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 December 2024UCHealth is a sponsor of the Outside Festival, supporting the outdoor health and wellness event in Denver.
  • Denver Art MuseumminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 December 2024Denver Art Museum is a sponsor and venue partner for the Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT. THE SUMMIT takes place at the Denver Art Museum. The festival expanded to include spaces inside the Denver Art Museum in 2025.
  • Defender / Land RoverminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 October 2024Outside is presenting sponsor of the Outdoor Accessibility and Education category in the Defender Service Awards presented by Chase. Outside will contribute $25,000 to the winning nonprofit organization in this category. The winning organization also receives a customized Defender 130 vehicle. The awards recognize US, Puerto Rican, and Canadian nonprofits making positive community impacts. Since 2021, $700,000 in monetary awards and 18 Defender models have been provided to organizations.
  • MapMyFitnesscoreTechnology or Integration · 28 August 2024MapMyFitness acquired from Under Armour in August 2024, integrating MapMyRun, MapMyRide, and MapMyWalk into Outside's platform. Adds over 80 million registered users to Outside's ecosystem and enhances mapping and outdoor content capabilities.
  • DanAdscoreTechnology or Integration · 15 November 2023Outside Ad Manager self-serve advertising platform powered by DanAds. The partnership gives brands unprecedented access to Outside's core customer base. DanAds provides the self-serve infrastructure enabling advertisers to reach high-intent audiences across Outside's network with geo-targeting for display and video reach. Real-time campaign optimization and reporting for full control and visibility.
  • CU Denver (University of Colorado Denver)strategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 2023Created The Outside Lab @ CU Denver — a world-class innovation lab for outdoor gear testing on CU Denver campus in downtown Denver. Lab used for gear testing, education, brand consultation, workforce development, and product reviews. Co-founded by Outside and CU Denver's College of Engineering, Design and Computing. Enables testing beyond reach of most brands using specialized equipment and standardized methods. Supports Colorado's outdoor recreation industry worth $9.6 billion in annual GDP.
  • Amazon (Fire TV Channels and Amazon Freevee)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2023Outside Watch became available on Fire TV Channels following launch on Amazon Freevee earlier in 2023. The Outside FAST channel provides customers access to thousands of hours of programming including live sports, feature films, series, and original studio shows. Amazon Freevee is a streaming video service with thousands of premium movies and TV shows.
  • Samsung TV PlusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2023Outside TV available on Samsung TV Plus as part of Outside's distribution across major streaming platforms.
  • Roku (The Roku Channel)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2023Outside TV available on The Roku Channel as part of Outside's streaming distribution.
  • Comcast XFINITY and Sling TVminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2023Outside TV distributed on Comcast XFINITY and Sling TV as part of Outside's multi-platform streaming distribution strategy.
  • Parks ProjectminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 June 2023Parks Project collaborated with Outside Watch on 'Park Sessions,' a national park television series featuring live concerts by adventure-inspired musicians. Show filmed off-the-grid in remote wildlands of US national parks. Parks Project is a certified B Corp that has contributed over $2.5 million to preserve treasured parklands. Series aims to ignite passion for park conservation.
  • Crooked HighwaysminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 June 2023Crooked Highways co-produced 'Park Sessions' with Outside Watch, Global Cinema Society, and Parks Project. The media and production company develops film, television, content strategies, live events, and immersive experiences. Projects have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, Venice, and Berlin film festivals.
  • Global Cinema SocietyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 June 2023Global Cinema Society co-produced 'Park Sessions' with Outside Watch, Crooked Highways, and Parks Project.
  • UTMB World SeriescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 April 2023Outside became Official Media Partner and Broadcaster of UTMB World Series in the USA and Canada. Agreement to broadcast up to 11 UTMB World Series events in 2023 on Outside's digital platforms, including the three UTMB World Series Majors and the pinnacle UTMB Mont-Blanc. Incredible human stories, extraordinary performances, and unique race destinations featured in Trail Runner Magazine. Partnership expanded trail running's visibility to Outside's 80M+ monthly audience.
  • Ikon Pass / Alterra Mountain CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2023Partnership offering all 2023/2024 Ikon Pass holders a free one-year Outside+ subscription (a $59 value). Outside+ provides unlimited access to content from Outside Magazine, SKI, Backpacker, Climbing, VeloNews, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Outside TV, Warren Miller, Yoga Journal, plus Gaia GPS Premium, TrailForks Pro, NASTAR courses, training plans, and recipes. Ikon Pass holders could redeem until February 2024. Also includes free NASTAR racing at select destinations with race courses.
  • Alterra Mountain CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2023Creator of the Ikon Pass and owner of 16 iconic year-round mountain destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Partnered with Outside to offer free Outside+ subscriptions to Ikon Pass holders and free NASTAR racing at select destinations.
  • Defender Service AwardsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 July 2022Outside Interactive donated $25,000 to the winner of the Environmental and Conservation category in the Defender Service Awards presented by Chase. Category winners also receive a customized Land Rover Defender 130 vehicle. The initiative celebrates US and Canadian nonprofits making positive community impacts. Chase as presenting sponsor donated $5,000 to each of the 5 finalists per category.
  • SuperLayer.iostrategicTechnology or Integration · 4 April 2022Outside partnered with SuperLayer.io, a blockchain innovation firm, to build the Outerverse — an adventure-minded Web3 platform on the Solana blockchain. The Outerverse consists of an NFT marketplace (Outside.io), a community-oriented creator platform, and an Outside-branded loyalty token. SuperLayer's team of Web3 builders guides creation of the Outerverse platforms and token economy. Managing partner Kevin Chou brings experience from multiple successful Web3 businesses.
  • Fastest Known Time (FKT)coreTechnology or Integration · 11 March 2022Outside acquired Fastest Known Time (FKT), the authoritative database and governor of speed records in running, hiking, and endurance sports. FKT saw a 260% increase in tracked FKTs from 2020–2022. Outside plans to integrate Gaia GPS technology into FKT to improve route discovery and live tracking. Partnership with regional editors who have been instrumental to FKT's growth.
  • FKT Co-Founders (Buzz Burrell, Peter Bakwin, Jeff Schuler)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 March 2022FKT co-founders Buzz Burrell (continuing as advisor), Peter Bakwin, and Jeff Schuler joined Outside following acquisition. Regional editors who built FKT's community continue to serve the platform.
  • Athletic BrewingcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 October 2021Athletic Brewing is the official non-alcoholic beer of Outside, with a shared vision to get outdoors and live without compromise. Partnership launched exclusive 'Without Compromise' content hub on Outside Online featuring 16 articles and 8 videos over the next year. Athlete ambassadors including cyclist Peter Stetina and ultrarunner Avery Collins featured. Athletic Brewing's 'Two for the Trails' initiative donates 2% of all sales to trail and park cleanups.
  • YouTube TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 September 2021Outside TV added to YouTube TV as part of its optional Sports Plus add-on package, joining NFL RedZone, FOX College Sports, and FOX Soccer Plus. Launch substantially increased Outside TV's reach by joining one of the largest and fastest-growing modern streaming platforms.
  • Pinkbike, TrailForks, and CyclingTipscoreTechnology or Integration · 14 July 2021Outside acquired Canadian-based Pinkbike, TrailForks, and CyclingTips to expand its presence in cycling media. These assets significantly increased readership, traffic, and revenue, especially within Outside+. Acquisitions brought cycling media assets to 40 brands total.
  • CairncoreTechnology or Integration · 15 April 2021Outside acquired Cairn, the top subscription box service and non-traditional commerce business connecting outdoor brands and consumers. Represents Outside's first investment in providing commerce services. Cairn team (including co-founders Rob Little and Jared Peterson) joins Outside and remains in Bend, Oregon. Cairn has shipped 3M+ products and partnered with 300+ brands.
  • FinisherPixcoreTechnology or Integration · 2 November 2020Outside (then Pocket Outdoor Media) acquired FinisherPix, a global provider of endurance sports photography. FinisherPix has photographed over 4.5 million runners, triathletes, and cyclists across 3,000 events in 50+ countries. Co-founded by Robbie Little and Thomas Reichhold, team joins Outside. FinisherPix is official photographer of IRONMAN worldwide.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Outside competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Emerging players

  • The Dyrt: The Dyrt is a campsite discovery and review platform with a Pro subscription tier. It overlaps with Outside's camping/hiking content and Trailforks/Gaia utilities in the campground discovery use case and represents a more focused emerging competitor in outdoor lodging.

Broad incumbents

  • Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is an established travel content and guidebook publisher. While its outdoor emphasis is narrower than Outside's, it competes for travel-adjacent editorial attention and adventure-travel audiences — the same consumer Outside's media brands target.
  • Condé Nast Traveler: Condé Nast Traveler is a leading premium travel publication and competes directly with Outside Magazine for travel journalism, awards (Lowell Thomas), and affluent travel-adjacent advertisers. It is a benchmark publication for Outside's editorial ambitions.
  • Backcountry: Backcountry is a leading online outdoor and active-lifestyle retailer with content and gear discovery functionality. It overlaps with Cairn's curated product discovery and Outside's editorial-to-commerce funnel, though its primary model is e-commerce rather than media.
  • REI Co-op: REI is the largest US outdoor retail co-op and operates a content/media arm (REI Co-op Journal) plus presenting sponsors Outside Festival. While primarily a retailer, REI competes for outdoor consumer mindshare, content attention, and loyalty engagement.

Direct peers

  • Active Network: Active Network operates event registration, activity tracking, and endurance sports platforms (including endurance APIs and timing). It is highly comparable to Outside's athleteReg subsidiary and to Inntopia's B2B SaaS booking platform for endurance events.
  • Komoot: Komoot is a routing and navigation platform for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures with strong European presence. It competes with Gaia GPS and Trailforks on route planning and curated outdoor content, serving a similar enthusiast segment with a paid subscription.
  • Strava: Strava is a dominant fitness tracking and social platform for runners and cyclists with a paid subscription model. It competes directly with Outside's MapMyFitness suite (MapMyRun/MapMyRide) and overlaps with Outside's content and subscription strategy for endurance athletes.
  • AllTrails: AllTrails is the leading consumer hiking and trail navigation platform with a large base of trail-discovery users. It directly competes with Outside's Gaia GPS and Trailforks for outdoor route planning and is among the most comparable consumer outdoor utility products in the market.

Others

  • Sojern: Sojern is a digital travel marketing/advertising platform targeting travelers across the booking funnel. While not a consumer-facing media brand, it is a comparable advertising and audience-targeting platform in the same travel-and-adventure customer segment Outside's ad business serves.

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Subsidiaries8 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors7 records

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M&A and investment

M&A8 records

Investments

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Frequently asked questions about Outside

What does Outside do?

Outside is the home of more than 25 active-lifestyle media brands unified under the Outside+ annual membership ($99/year), which bundles premium editorial from Outside Magazine, Backpacker, SKI, Triathlete, Yoga Journal, Pinkbike, CyclingTips, Trail Runner, Velo, Clean Eating, and others; Outside TV streaming including the Warren Miller film archive; Gaia GPS Premium and Trailforks Pro offline mapping; athleteReg race registration; training plans; online courses; and member discounts. The company also operates the Scout AI adventure concierge, Outside Ad Manager self-serve advertising, Inntopia booking SaaS for 200+ resorts, Cairn subscription boxes, Outside Festival and THE SUMMIT events, and the Outerverse NFT marketplace on Solana.

Is Outside a public or private company?

Outside is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.

When was Outside founded?

Outside was founded in 2017. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is Outside based?

Outside is headquartered in Boulder, United States, in the North America region.

How does Outside make money?

Eight revenue lines are on record. Outside+ Subscription is the primary driver. The others are digital Advertising, streaming / TV Distribution, subscription Commerce (Cairn), adventure Travel Booking, web3 / NFT Revenue, event Revenue and brand Partnerships & Sponsorships.

Who are Outside's main competitors?

The Dyrt is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler, Backcountry and REI Co-op. Direct peers are Active Network, Komoot, Strava and AllTrails. Sojern is listed as an others.

Does Outside have an API?

No public API is recorded for Outside.

What industry is Outside in?

Outside's product category is Active Lifestyle Media & Technology Platform. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAFABAI, Sporting Goods, Outdoor & Fitness Marketplaces. Its NAICS code is 54185 and its SIC code is 7900.

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Business InsiderI'm the CEO of Outside. I bring my bike on flights, drink ketones every day, and tell my staff to get off Zoom.Robin Thurston, CEO of Outside Interactive, outlines his personal wellness routines and management philosophy for the outdoor media platform he founded in 2019. He mandates that staff prioritize walking meetings over Zoom calls to reduce screen time and encourages responsible AI usage while maintaining a strong focus on outdoor activity. The company operates with approximately 400 employees across offices in the US, Canada, and Germany.FinSMEsOutside Interactive Receives $50M Investment From Vector VelocityOutside Interactive, a Boulder-based outdoor content platform, received a $50M credit facility investment from Vector Velocity. The company will use the funds to invest in core business areas and support growth. It reaches over 70 million consumers monthly across 25 brands.AthletechnewsOutside Interactive Secures $50 Million Credit Facility From Vector VelocityOutside Interactive has secured a $50 million senior secured credit investment from Vector Velocity, the direct credit strategy of Vector Capital Management, to invest in its core business and continue scaling. The outdoor lifestyle platform reaches over 70 million consumers monthly and 300 million outdoor consumers annually across a network of 25 brands spanning media, GPS mapping, travel booking and events, with over one million paying subscribers. The investment reflects Vector Velocity's focus on providing credit solutions to technology-enabled businesses with recurring revenue and long-term growth prospects, with GP Bullhound serving as exclusive financial advisor on the transaction.Pulse 2.0Vector Velocity Provides $50 Million Credit Facility To Outside InteractiveVector Velocity, the direct credit investment strategy of Vector Capital, has completed a $50 million senior secured credit investment in Outside Interactive. Outside plans to use the proceeds to invest in core areas of its business and support the continued growth of its outdoor media, technology, subscription, and events platform. The investment reflects Vector's strategy of providing customized credit solutions to technology-enabled companies with recurring revenue, durable competitive positions, and long-term growth potential.citybizVector Velocity Provides $50 Million Credit Facility to Outside InteractiveVector Velocity provided a $50 million senior secured credit facility to Outside Interactive, giving the outdoor technology platform capital for product development and expansion. The financing supports growth across its digital media, mapping, and travel brands, reaching over 70 million consumers monthly. Proceeds will be used for non-dilutive investment without altering ownership.Business Wire BlogVector Velocity Provides $50 Million Credit Facility to Outside InteractiveVector Velocity, the direct credit investment strategy of Vector Capital Management, L.P., completed a $50 million senior secured credit investment in Outside Interactive, Inc., the leading technology platform for outdoor content, services, events, and experiences. The proceeds will be used to invest in core areas of the business and support the company's continued growth, with Outside reaching over 70 million consumers monthly across its portfolio of premium media brands, GPS mapping applications, subscription products, and live events. GP Bullhound acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Outside Interactive in connection with the transaction.BizWestOutside Interactive expands Trail Runner brand, names new managing editor – BizWestOutside Interactive Inc., a Boulder-based media and technology company, has appointed Abby Levene as managing editor of its Trail Runner brand as part of an expansion of the publication's coverage beyond competition and training to include travel, community, and storytelling. The brand expansion is supported by data from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2026 Outdoor Participation Trends Report showing trail running reached 17.2 million participants in 2025, up 6.6% from the prior year. Trail Runner plans to deepen its focus on the people, places, ideas, and experiences shaping modern trail running under Levene's leadership.Business Wire BlogOutside Interactive Inc. Announces Expansion of Trail Runner, Names Abby Levene Managing EditorOutside Interactive expanded Trail Runner's editorial focus beyond training and racing to cover culture, community, and experiences, naming Abby Levene managing editor. The move follows trail running's growth to 17.2 million participants in 2025, a 6.6% increase. The brand aims to become the most trusted media destination for trail runners.SecurityWeekFBI, Google Dismantle ‘Outsider Enterprise’ Phishing ServiceThe FBI and Google dismantled Outsider Enterprise, a Chinese phishing-as-a-service platform, after it caused $1.9 billion in losses and stole 3.8 million credit cards. The takedown, part of Operation Riptide, seized domains and cryptocurrency, and Google filed a lawsuit to block the infrastructure.American City Business JournalsMarriott Bonvoy, Outside Interactive expand travel partnershipMarriott Bonvoy and Outside Interactive announced an expanded partnership that builds on an outdoors-focused platform launched in the fall, enabling Outside customers to earn hotel points. The deal deepens an existing relationship between the hotel loyalty program and the outdoor lifestyle company. The article contains no financial terms or specific impact metrics.