All Canoe & kayak articles
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ArticleTahe Outdoors relaunches investor search after improved summer season
The French watersports manufacturer reports positive cash flow and stable underlying sales as it seeks an investor during its court-supervised restructuring.
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ArticleGoPro agrees Starman Optical merger in major strategic reset
The action-camera pioneer will remain publicly listed but move into AI infrastructure and defense under a deal that gives shareholders $285 million in cash and a 10 percent stake in the combined company.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer’s Minneapolis reset puts emerging brands and buyers back at center
After years of uncertainty around the show’s direction, its Minneapolis debut delivered stronger buyer activity, more emerging brands and a new approach to measuring value.
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ArticleHow the state of Maine connects the pieces of its outdoor economy
Maine in New England treats brands, recreation, conservation and economic development as parts of one system. Could its approach hold lessons for Europe?
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News briefsUS administration moves to rescind Roadless Rule protections
A proposed rollback of longstanding US forest protections has prompted opposition from outdoor recreation groups over potential impacts on trails and backcountry access.
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ArticleSolo Brands narrows Q2 loss as Watersports sales surge
Strong Watersports retail growth and lower operating costs helped Solo Brands narrow its Q2 loss despite weaker Solo Stove and Chubbies sales.
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ArticleSingapore Outdoor Fair expands with first dedicated Snow Expo
Singapore’s largest outdoor and sports lifestyle show is broadening its scope with winter sports, more than 80 brands and 21 product launches.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer debuts revamped format in Minneapolis
The US outdoor trade show is moving to Minneapolis with a redesigned format focused on emerging brands, specialty retail and creator-driven discovery.
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ArticleGoPro Q2 revenue falls 31% as losses widen
Camera sales remained under heavy pressure in Q2, but subscription revenue and attach rates improved as GoPro advanced its strategic review and broadened its product lineup.
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ArticleJohnson Outdoors Q3 sales rise as tariff refunds lift profit
Higher fishing and diving sales lifted Johnson Outdoors’ Q3 revenue, while roughly $15 million in tariff refunds sharply boosted margins and earnings.
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News briefsJohnson Outdoors appoints new CFO
The US outdoor recreation company has appointed a former consumer products executive as chief financial officer, succeeding a long-serving finance leader at the end of June.
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ArticleOrtlieb launches proprietary Tidura material platform
German bag specialist Ortlieb introduces its own material platform to increase supply chain control, transparency and durability.
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ArticleEuropean Outdoor Week set for expanded 2027 return
The European Outdoor Group and MagNet Group plan to expand and refine European Outdoor Week after a first edition that combined sustainability, trade, media and consumer events in Riva del Garda.
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News briefsTahe Outdoors France advances court-supervised sale process
The French watersports manufacturer behind Tahe and SIC Maui says its restructuring process is now focused on securing new ownership while maintaining operations and protecting jobs.
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ArticleSolo Brands Q1 sales decline 19%
Lower sales at Solo Stove and Chubbies weighed on Solo Brands’ first-quarter results, although the company said trends improved entering the second quarter.
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ArticleGoPro explores strategic alternatives as Q1 sales plunge
The action camera company is reviewing “strategic alternatives,” including a potential sale or merger, amid declining sales and widening losses.
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ArticleREI narrows losses as sales edge up
Improved margins and disciplined execution helped REI narrow losses in 2025 while continuing to invest in members, products and sustainability initiatives.
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News briefsRed Bull Paddelfest returns to Augsburg
The German city will host the Red Bull Paddelfest again in August 2026, bringing a mix of sport, creativity and entertainment to the famous Eiskanal.
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News briefsCanadian Tire launches Hudson’s Bay Stripes collection
The Canadian retailer expands the iconic Stripes into a 32-piece summer assortment across outdoor and lifestyle categories.
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ArticleNorwegian Sports Group expands with two acquisitions
Norwegian Sports Group strengthens its outdoor portfolio with two acquisitions focused on heritage brands and growth.
