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Slide & OTS Winter 2023 – dates and venue confirmed

June 6, 2022 10:58 am Published by Comments Off on Slide & OTS Winter 2023 – dates and venue confirmed

Following the 2022 show, a survey of visitors and exhibitors was conducted to ascertain the most popular dates and venue for the 2023 show. The dates have been confirmed as 10-12 January 2023, a week earlier than the 2022 show and the venue is confirmed as Telford International Centre. It is anticipated that the show will go on sale in June. New exhibitors can express their interest by emailing lesley@raremanagement.co.ukread more.


Slide & OTS Winter – trade bounces back with increased visitor attendance

January 25, 2022 9:35 am Published by Comments Off on Slide & OTS Winter – trade bounces back with increased visitor attendance

There was an air of optimism within the snowsport and outdoor market at last week’s Slide & OTS Winter trade show in Telford and the attendance figures reflected the positive atmosphere.  In difficult times, overall visitor number increased by 38% over the three days when compared to 2020 and represented the highest number of unique visitors since 2013!  The news of French ski resorts opening up, Covid restrictions being relaxed and the new combination of snowsports and outdoor exhibitors all contributed to retailer confidence with buyers keen to commit before order deadlines for the 2022/23 winter season. Show organiser, Lesley Beck was upbeat about the show and its future, commenting, ”After such challenging times and an uncertain winter season ahead, we were greatly encouraged by the increased visitor attendance at the show and all the positive comments that we have... Read Moreread more.


Slide & OTS Winter Awards – Winners Announced

January 24, 2022 4:13 pm Published by Comments Off on Slide & OTS Winter Awards – Winners Announced

In advance of the show, exhibitors were invited to enter the show Awards. The four main categories were: Snowsport Hardware, Outdoor Hardware, Software and Accessories. In addition, there was an Award for the best Fresh Brand product, which could either be a completely new brand or one new to this show. All of the above Awards were judged by invited SIGB and OIA member retailers, media and industry opinion-leaders. Last but not least, is the Eco Award, presented to a product with especially eco-friendly characteristics. This Award was judged independently by Protect Our Winters UK, who used their own stringent criteria, evaluating the product on its own merit and its broader value chain only. Other brand activities (although highly valued) were not taken into account. The product was judged on Protect Our Winters UK interpretation of its overall environmental impact,... Read Moreread more.


1 Week To Go till Showtime in Telford!

January 11, 2022 3:23 pm Published by Comments Off on 1 Week To Go till Showtime in Telford!

The countdown is now on until Slide & OTS Winter opens its doors to the entire UK snowsports and outdoor industries next week in Telford.  Showcasing products from all segments of the market, this is the ‘one stop shop’ where retail buyers and media can browse, make vital buying comparisons and pre-order the latest products coming to market for the 2022/23 winter season. In excess of 90 exhibitors will be maximising their presence at the show with many leading brands, UK distributors and sales agents presenting the latest innovations and on hand to advise and promote their new ranges. Equipment, clothing and accessory brands from the ski, snowboard and outdoor markets will come together under the one roof and the latest exhibitor list and floorplan can be viewed HERE. Show Awards Don’t forget to check all the products entered into... Read Moreread more.


Halti and the Scout Store announce agreement

December 21, 2021 6:48 pm Published by Comments Off on Halti and the Scout Store announce agreement

Halti, exhibiting at Slide & OTS Winter for the first time with Syndicate Brand Partnerships has announced that has reached a license agreement with the Scout Store for the next three years.    This agreement will allow Halti Oy to use the Scouts’ Seal of approval on a selection of its high-quality and eco-sustainable outdoor products. The selected products have endured extensive testing both in laboratory conditions at Scout Store’s facilities and in the outdoors; these real-life condition tests have been done at the Great Tower Scout Adventure Centre located in the Lake District, where a group of our experienced Outdoor Instructors fully tested the products on-site. The Scouts Adventure Centre staff will also be wearing Halti’s sustainable apparel and footwear as part of their uniform. Halti is a Finnish outdoor brand with over 40 years of experience. People are seeking new ways to balance their busy and stressful lives. Halti exists to help people find their own peak... Read Moreread more.


Covid-Compliant Slide & OTS Winter

December 17, 2021 4:54 pm Published by Comments Off on Covid-Compliant Slide & OTS Winter

Following the recent announcement from the Government, the organisers of Slide & OTS Winter confirm that the show is permitted to go ahead as planned from 18-20 January, using the mitigations that the government has put in place. The new regulations mean that everyone will need to have a valid Covid certificate showing their double vaccination status or else proof of a recent negative lateral flow or PCR test in order to enter the venue. The organiser and venue are putting plans in place to implement these regulations in case they are still in place at the time of the show. Exhibitors and visitors are encouraged to familiarise themselves with how to prove your status in order to access the show. The latest government guidelines are here  https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-covid-pass The organisers will update exhibitors and visitors with current regulations and how... Read Moreread more.


Dan Phillips Joins The Faction Skis UK Sales Team

December 16, 2021 4:57 pm Published by Comments Off on Dan Phillips Joins The Faction Skis UK Sales Team

Faction Skis and FW parent Full Stack Supply Co. (FSSC) is delighted to announce that Dan Phillips from The Dissent will take over UK Sales for Faction Skis from January 1st 2022. Dan brings more than 20 years of experience in the UK wintersports industry, most recently at Mountain Boot Company. Alex Simpson will continue to head Full Stack Supply’s International Sales and manage FW brand in the UK. “We are delighted to start working with Dan.” says Alex Simpson – Head of International Sales. “The UK market has always been important to us, with a huge fan base, strong sales and a large investor circle. We are excited to start a new chapter with Dan to build on our current momentum and support our valued retail partners.” From Dan in short: “I’m thrilled to be working alongside Faction. Faction’s progressive and fresh approach where performance blends with style makes it such... Read Moreread more.


Slide & OTS Winter Sustainability Breakfast launched

December 6, 2021 9:50 am Published by Comments Off on Slide & OTS Winter Sustainability Breakfast launched

Following the success of the first ‘Sustainability Breakfast’ hosted earlier in the year at OTS, the organisers of Slide & OTS Winter are pleased to announce a similar event to take place at the show on Wednesday 19th January 2022 in the Telford International Centre. Kindly sponsored and supported by Rab & Lowe Alpine, the theme will be facing up to the challenges of declining world resources and global climate change recently highlighted at the COP26 conference. Adam Hall from Protect Our Winters (POW UK) will provide insights and practical advice into influencing climate policy and Debbie Read, Rab’s Corporate Social Responsibility Manager will offer insights  into being a Carbon Neutral Company with personal experience and knowledge gained from Rab’s own journey to Net Zero by 2030. There will be a light buffet breakfast served at 8am and networking opportunities prior to... Read Moreread more.


Slide & OTS Winter Gains Importance

November 16, 2021 1:44 pm Published by Comments Off on Slide & OTS Winter Gains Importance

‘The only winter show for the snowsports and outdoor trade this season’   Slide & OTS Winter gains huge prominence as a unique trade event for snowsports and outdoor exhibitors and retailers alike following the recent announcement yesterday that the traditional January ISPO show in Munich will now move to a November slot (28th – 30th 2022).  This means that the trade is now left without a European show for selling-in winter product ranges for the 2022 / 2023 winter season. In January 2022, Slide & OTS Winter (18th – 20th January) now becomes even more of a focus for brands and retailers as this is now the only opportunity for brands to showcase the latest product ranges and innovations and for snowsports and outdoor retailers to place forward orders to guarantee stock for delivery for the following season. If... Read Moreread more.


Online Visitor Registration Now Open

November 3, 2021 5:33 pm Published by Comments Off on Online Visitor Registration Now Open

Slide & OTS Winter opens its doors to the retail trade on the 18th January 2022 and with less than three months to go, visitors are now invited to pre-register online on the show website HERE. Visitors are reminded that everyone will need to register to gain entry to the show and no one will be auto registered as a visitor, even if you have previously visited the show. Exhibitor numbers have increased to 77 with several new brands (latest floorplan HERE) including Bolle, Viking, Feeet, Dexshell, Kelty, POC, Giro, Maier, Uyn, Ice Peak, Luhta and  Mountain Boot Company committing to take space at the show (before the recent October deadline and take full adavantage of the preferential space rate).  Show organiser Lesley Beck is pleased to report that, “We now have allocated over 82% of the maximum available exhibition... Read Moreread more.