All General Outdoor articles – Page 56
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OpinionAre we overdesigning our products? Does this miss the bigger audience?
A walk with the 3 Dads raising awareness about suicide prevention gets columnist Charles Ross thinking about who today’s outdoor consumers really are – and what gear they actually need.
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News briefsSwitchback Spring debuts with strong industry support
The new US trade event for the outdoor industry attracted nearly 200 brands, hundreds of retailers and is already planning a larger 2026 edition.
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News briefsSwedish sporting goods sector remains cautiously optimistic
The latest Sportbarometern highlights strong consumer demand for outdoor activity gear and continued confidence among Sweden’s sports retailers and suppliers.
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News briefsRab partners with Polar Academy for 2025
The UK-based outdoor apparel brand collaborates with the Scottish youth charity to support Arctic expeditions and future gear development.
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ArticleKMD Brands Q3 sales decline, e-commerce grows
The outdoor and sportswear group sees e-commerce growth and stronger June sales, despite weather-related setbacks in its core brands.
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News briefsAlipay+ enables smart glasses payments globally
The digital payment platform has completed the first smart glasses-based e-wallet transaction, aiming to broaden global mobile payment scenarios.
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News briefsAmer Sports appoints new president for Greater China
The multinational sportswear group has named a new regional president to lead its operations in one of the industry’s most dynamic markets.
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News briefsOTS 2025 reports record growth in attendance
The UK’s only outdoor-focused trade show sees sharp increases in visitor numbers, repeat attendance and brand engagement across multiple sectors.
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News briefsW.L. Gore greenwashing suit dropped
Consumers drop a lawsuit against the maker of Gore-Tex over greenwashing claims tied to PFAS use and alleged misleading sustainability marketing.
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News briefsDeuter adds Veloconnect interface for retail partners
The German backpack and gear specialist has implemented a new system to streamline digital ordering and inventory for its retail network.
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News briefsANWR-Garant Austria relocates
The German-based retail group consolidates its Austrian operations under one roof to streamline collaboration and reduce structural redundancies.
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News briefsIntersport France reports strong 2024 growth
The French sporting goods retailer reports significant annual growth, with plans to expand its reach and outdoor product offerings by 2030.
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News briefsRevolutionRace to open first brand store in Stockholm
The fast-growing Swedish DTC outdoor brand will launch a physical retail space in central Stockholm this fall to complement its online business.
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ArticleOutdoor brands launch toolkit for sustainability claims
A new industry-wide toolkit aims to standardize sustainability data sharing across international outdoor gear and apparel brands.
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News briefsSwitchback Spring opens with education and data
The new US-based industry gathering opened with fresh insights, keynote conversations and strong attendance from brands, retailers and media.
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ArticleSolo Brands names CEO, restructures debt
The US-based lifestyle brand group secures long-term financing and appoints John P. Larson as permanent CEO to support a multi-year turnaround strategy.
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News briefsCirql partners with Frasson for EU expansion
The Vietnam-based material innovator forms a certified European partnership to supply sustainable footwear components across the continent.
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ArticleScandinavian outdoor brands advance climate goals
Several Nordic outdoor brands have pledged to reduce emissions, aligning with global climate targets, according to SOG.
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News briefsTernua Group is reportedly insolvent
The outdoor and lifestyle group has filed for bankruptcy protection due to mounting debts, according to Spanish media reports.
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ArticleOTS 2025: The bringing together of the British Outdoor industry
Outdoor Trade Show 2025 in Liverpool brought the UK outdoor trade together in record numbers — our columnist Charles Ross reports on key launches, retail insights and rising trends.
