AvantLink’s Merchant Blog

Its started, the winter season is just about here and for a while now we have been unloading huge volumes of our 2011 Ski and Snowboard Gear. We can’t wait until you guys see all the cool gear that’s out this year from all the top brands! Affiliates, we have loaded new ads to your account interface and now is a great time to dial in your sites to get ready for the upcoming season.

Fyi, our commission tiers that have been in place for the summer will be changing back to the original tiers on the 1st of September so keep a look out for that to show in your reporting.

Thanks everyone,

Mark Kalbach, AvantLink
Affiliate Manager
ActiveSports@AvantLink.com

The-House.com
ProBoardShop.com

We can’t even begin to describe how much cool gear we have for the upcoming season and more continues to come in every day at The-House doorstep!  There is a ton of 2011 ski and snowboard gear out this year from all the top brands and we’re where to come get it.  Affiliates, its the perfect time to dial in your sites and get ready for yet another killer season in the snow.

For those of you in the program,  the commission tiers that have been in place for the summer will be changing back to the original tiers on the 1st of September so keep a look out for that to show in your reporting.

Thanks everyone,

Mark Kalbach, AvantLink
Affiliate Manager
ActiveSports@AvantLink.com

The-House.com
ProBoardShop.com

Mountains Plus adds Innova Inflatable’s to their Kayak Category, the Innova Kayak’s have been selected multiple times for the Readers Choice Award in Sea Kayaker magazine. Once the kayaks inflated you can offer your customers all the kayaking accessories, paddles, life jackets and throw bags needed for their next adventure.

• Innova Twist 1 Person Kayak – The Twist Kayak, by Innova, is a 1 person inflatable kayak that packs down into the size of packed sleeping bag and weighs 16 lbs.
• Innova Helios II Kayak – The Helios II Kayak, by Innova, is a two person inflatable kayak selected multiple times for a Readers Choice Award in Sea Kayaker magazine. The EX version of this tandem inflatable kayak weighs a light 33 pounds.
• Innova Sunny II Person Kayak – The Sunny Kayak, by Innova, is a two person inflatable kayak that can be converted to a 1 person kayak. This open deck, tandem inflatable kayak is fast, versatile, and comfortable.
• Innova Helios I Kayak – The Helios I Kayak, by Innova, is a 1 person inflatable kayak selected multiple times for a Readers Choice Award from Sea Kayaker magazine.
• Innova Double Twist 2 Person Kayak – The Twist Double Kayak, by Innova, is a 2 person inflatable kayak that packs down into the size of packed sleeping bag and weighs 23 lbs.

Happy Trails!

Scott Mason
Affiliate Program Manager
Scott@mpgear.com

It’s here….  The 2010 Summer Semi Annual Sales at Backcountry.com and Dogfunk.com start today (8/17) and continue through 9/7.  Right away you’ll notice something different this year.  Yep, that’s right we’ve extended the sale a full week, making 3 weeks of killers gear deals.

At Backcountry.com we’re offering up to 50% off over 17,000 items, including gear from The North Face, Mountain Hardwear and Arc’teryx. Today we’re targeting four ridiculously priced items:

Backcountry.com Chalice Stainless Steel Bottle for $6.99 – regular price $19.50
The North Face Base Camp Flip-Flop – Men’s for $12.99 – regular price $27.95
The North Face Base Camp Flip-Flop – Women’s for $12.99 – regular price $27.95
Columbia Silver Ridge Stretch Shirt – Men’s for $19.99 – regular price $54.95

In addition we’ve got a list of other “great deals” to promote, shoot me an email for that list.

The Dogfunk.com sale, coined the “Big Ass Sale” offers up to 60% off snowboard gear, lifestyle clothing, accessories and more.  Here are a few killer women’s deals to consider promoting:

Hurley YC Solid Pullover Sweatshirt – Women’s for $14.95 – regular price $38.95
Roxy Wave Runner Dress – Women’s for $12.95 – regular price $34.45
RVCA Fleece Colors Full Zip Hodded Sweatshirt – Women’s for $19.95 – regular price $57.95

For our affiliates that use datafeeds, all pricing has been updated and should reflect on your website.  For those using display advertising, login to your account for all the on sale text and banner creative.  Please feel free to contact me for additional sale details.

Cheers,

Brian Boyd
Affiliate Manager
bboyd@backcountry.com
720-217-3381
Skype Id: brian.boyd79

Brands
Backcountry.com
DepartmentOfGoods.com
Dogfunk.com
Realcyclist.com
Hucknroll.com
Steepandcheap.com
Whiskeymilitia.com
Bonktown.com
Brociety.com

Is your pup ready for some new booties…??  Granite Gear has the Mush Dog Boot ready to protect your canine’s feet from the cold winter temps or the sizzling heat of slick rock dessert.  Mountains Plus caters to man’s best friend with great outdoor products from dogie recreation to the long haul backpacking trip.

• Granite Gear Flyer – The Flyer is a multi-functional campsite diversion. It’s a foam disk covered with High Tenacity 210 denier Cordura fabric. It flies great and when you’re done playing—“sit on it!”— it’s a comfy butt pad.
• Long Howl Dog Pack – The Long Howl Dog Pack, by Granite Gear, comes with water-resistant zippers, an adjustable, padded harness, and pack bags specifically designed to not interfere with your dog’s natural gait.  The harness doubles as windbreaker when the saddle bags are removed and the inside layer is stretch woven nylon to increase your dog’s comfort.
• Mountainsmith K-9 Cube – The K-9 Cube makes traveling with your pet simple. Keep organized with the interior dividers, separate food container, and collapsible dishes for your furry friend’s food and water. Don’t forget to stop and play with the included soft sided Frisbee.
• Canine Hardware Travel Bed – On the go throw! Half of all pet owners travel with their dog at least once a year. That makes for a lot of people that need a convenient travel bed for hunting trips, camping trips, or vacations with their canine friends. Introducing a new bed that will instantly be recognized as a true, easy care travel bed!

Happy Trails!

Scott Mason
Affiliate Program Manager
Scott@mpgear.com

Play Outdoors has some amazing discounts on Kelty Kids gear.  You can expect a lot from a brand that has been around since 1952.  Kelty’s reliable and affordable outdoor gear allows you and your family to Go Anywhere.  Play Outdoors, for a limited time only, is offering even deeper discounts on gear from Kelty.

Save up to 20% on the following Kelty gear:

• Kelty Kids Child Carrier FC 1.0 – Lightweight, durable, affordable, and allows you to carry kids up to 50 lbs!
• Kelty Kids Camp Chair – A perfect fit for you child!  Built with a  steel frame and adjustable arms allows your kids to get comfortable during a midday nap.
• Kelty Kids Child Carrier FC 2.0 – Make that day hike more enjoyable with this lightweight and easy to use child/infant carrier.  Be prepared for anything with it’s zip-off diaper bag

And up to 40% on the following Kelty items:

• Kelty Kids Diaper Daypack – Dump your old diaper bag for this stylish  diaper day backpack.
• Kelty Woodstock Outdoor Blanket – Woodstock is all fun and games until the sun sets, then you are left freezing.  Protect your kids from getting cold!
• Kelty Sunshade Basecamp Accessory Wall – Already have the Kelty Sunshade Basecamp, customize it with an additional wall.

Head on over to PlayOutdoors.com today and check out the rest of our selection of  kids’ carriers by Kelty.  Already have Kelty gear? Need help planning your next outdoor adventure?  The parent-experts at our Campfire Blog are here to assist.

Ugh… they’ve outgrown their shoes again… Kids’ll do that, you know.

Good thing Play Outdoors wants to help you save on your kid’s sneakers!  As part of our Back to School savings event, you save 10% on our Merrell kids’ sneakers, like: 

• Merrell Chameleon Arc Jump Kids–Trail or school-ready Mary Jane style sneaker for girls, in Kids or Youth (bigger kid) sizes.  Features anti-microbial, removable footbed, too! ($55 before promo)
• Merrell Jungle Moc–No laces!  Slip-on moccasin-style sneaker for kids, with cushioned heel and non-marking outsole ($45 before promo)

Check out the rest of our Merrell kids’ shoes for more.  When you’re done shopping, enter code WAKEUP!!! during checkout online or mention the promo in our retail store, and we’ll adjust the price for you.  And yep, you still get free ground shipping on orders over $45.

And that’s not all, folks–we’ve also marked all of our Simple kids’ shoes down 15%, so you can save your hard-earned cash on sneakers like Simple’s:

• Satire Girls Sneakers–Little rocker girls will love these black, white, and pink giraffe-print tennies!  Made of 100% certified organic cotton, not real giraffes (Reg. $42, Now $35.70)
• Doodle Boys Sneakers–Playfully designed little boy’s sneaker made of organic cotton canvas.  Features extra toe protection and no-tie lace system.  There’s purple for girls, too! (Reg. $35, Now $29.75)
• Doogie Girls Mary Jane Shoes–Adorable mary jane-style sneaker for girly girls, made of eco-certified, washable suede (Reg. $33, Now $28.05)
• Satire Boys’ Sneakers–The “Vegan Chuck Taylor,” this boy’s sneaker is made of hemp and 100% certified organic cotton (Reg. $42, Now $35.70)
• Doodle Boys’ Suede Sneakers–Made of washable suede, these boy’s tennis shoes feature a no-tie lace system and extra toe protection (Reg. $38, Now $32.30)

Head on over to PlayOutdoors.com and check out the rest of our selection of kids’ shoes by Teva, KEEN, and more.  Need help planning your next camping trip?  The parent-experts at our Campfire Blog are here to assist.

Teach your kid to shop smart and rule at school by grabbing them a Dakine Scooler Backpack (Reg. $40) from Play Outdoors!  This über-stylish and functional pack not only features 1100 cubic inches of cargo space for books and gear, bungee storage, mesh pockets, and a sunglasses pocket, the Scooler’s also got a removable, insulated lunch box inside.  No more lugging two bags for food and school supplies. 

We’ve got a ton of styles to choose, from solid colors to plaid and checks, to floral prints for the girls–and they’re all part of our Back to School promo!  Enter code WAKEUP!!! or mention the promo at our Bend, Oregon retail store between now and 09/10/10 and we’ll take 10% off your purchase.  And yep, you’ll still get your free ground shipping if you spend more than $45.

Shop PlayOutdoors.com for more great kids’ outdoor gear, and check in every week at our Campfire blog for the latest news and tips from our parent-experts.  Our Back to School sales includes warm, non-itchy wool socks from SmartWool, and durable kids hiking shoes by brands like KEEN and Merrell too!

You can’t control what your kid’s going to choose on the school lunch menu–you think they’re not gonna pick the cheeseburger and fries every chance they get?  Pack healthy food in a rockin’ insulated lunch box or bag from Play Outdoors, and know that your active offspring’s being fueled properly throughout the day.

And, since these cool munchie containers are part of our Back to School promo, use code WAKEUP!!! at checkout or mention the promo at our retail store and we’ll take 10% off your purchase through 09/10/10.  You’ll also get free ground shipping on your order over $45, so stock up now on great lunch bags like:

• Crocodile Creek Girls’ Lunchbox–Padded & insulated lunch box with no PVC, BPA, or other icky stuff. Choose from Butterfly Garden or Ferns ($14.95 before promo)
• Crocodile Creek Kids’ Lunchbox–Little nature lover’s padded & insulated lunch box, free of PVC and BPA.  With Solar System, Wild Animal, or Under the Sea graphic ($14.95 before promo)
• KEEN OTL Lunch Sack–An eco-conscious kid’s favorite lunch bag, with insulated, easy to clean fabric and a grab handle.  Made of recycled materials! ($20 before promo)

And, coming soon to Play Outdoors: Earth-friendly and oh-so-stylish lunch boxes from Go Green ($29.99).  Your kid will love the eye-catching graphics, and they’ve got five leak-proof compartments inside too!

Head to PlayOutdoors.com for the entire scoop, and stay up to date on the latest arrivals and Play Outdoors shenanigans by checking in at our Campfire Blog.   

Tired of kids’ shoes that fall apart shortly after your active offspring starts abusing them?  The gear buying gurus at Play Outdoors were, too.  You can’t make kids go easy on their footwear, so outfit ‘em in stylish and durable youth hiking and casual shoes from Merrell.

Uh-huh… the Merrell kids shoes have landed, just in time for Back to School!  Use promo code WAKEUP!!! online or mention the promo in our store until 09/10/10 and save 10% on all new BTS arrivals, including our kids hiking shoes and boots.  Here’s a taste of what we’ve got in store, and you’ll get free ground shipping on your order over $45 when you stock up on:

• Merrell Chameleon Arc Jump Kids–Trail or school-ready Mary Jane style sneaker for girls, in Kids or Youth (bigger kid) sizes.  Features anti-microbial, removable footbed, too! ($55)
• Merrell Finley Infant Shoe–Comfy and breathable soft sole infant boys’ shoe, with Z-Rap™ closure and shark graphic (or choose the Flutterfly for little girls) ($35)
• Merrell Jungle Moc–No laces!  Slip-on moccasin-style sneaker for kids, with cushioned heel and non-marking outsole ($45)

We’ve got more Merrell… head to PlayOutdoors.com for the entire scoop! And, stay up to date on the latest arrivals and Play Outdoors news by checking in weekly at our Campfire Blog.