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ArticleWFSGI elects new board led by Nike and New Balance execs
New leadership and a fresh strategic plan were confirmed at the WFSGI General Assembly in Boston.
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News briefsUSA Surfing retains Olympic governing status
After a governance dispute, USA Surfing secures recognition as the official Olympic governing body ahead of LA28.
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News briefsPeopleForBikes rolls out local advocacy toolkit
The US bike industry trade association introduced a new Backyard Advocacy Toolkit to help industry stakeholders drive local improvements in infrastructure, access and workforce development.
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News briefsOutdoor industry heads to Washington for policy push
The Outdoor Industry Association will bring business leaders to Washington, D.C., for its 2026 Capitol Summit to engage policymakers on key industry issues.
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ArticleUS tariff refund system advances as cost burden shifts domestically
Refund infrastructure moves closer to launch as new data highlights how tariffs are impacting US businesses and shoppers.
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ArticleIndustry groups call for integrated obesity care
WFSGI and global health groups call for integrating physical activity and nutrition into obesity treatment strategies.
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News briefsEU targets unsafe goods on online platforms
The EU has agreed on customs reforms that could fine e-commerce platforms for unsafe imported goods sold online.
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News briefsREI labor dispute escalates ahead of key sale
A potential boycott of REI’s anniversary sale has been authorized by unionized workers amid ongoing contract negotiations.
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News briefsEOG adds Cordura, Amazon, Bradshaw Taylor
Cordura, Amazon and Bradshaw Taylor join the European Outdoor Group, broadening its industry network.
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ArticleShimano agrees to $11.5m CPSC penalty
Shimano settles with US Consumer Product Safety Commission over delayed reporting of crankset safety risks.
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ArticleUS builds system for tariff refunds
CBP is developing a system to process IEEPA tariff refunds in light of the Supreme Court’s latest ruling and a court order.
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News briefsOutdoor Alliance outlines advocacy priorities through 2028
The Outdoor Alliance details advocacy progress and sets priorities for public lands protection in the US.
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News briefsOIA revives Rendezvous with industry leaders
The US Outdoor Industry Association brings together 80+ executives in Denver to address resilience and industry challenges.
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News briefsEOCA urges support for nature laws
The conservation association urges the outdoor sector to defend EU environmental laws under review.
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ArticleSoHo Patagonia workers file for union
Employees at the US outdoor apparel retailer’s New York store seek union representation.
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ArticleUS outdoor industry reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling
American brands welcome greater sourcing clarity but warn that policy volatility and potential retaliation risks continue to shape the business landscape.
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ArticleGFA examines pay equity in Türkiye
Gender pay gaps in Türkiye’s fashion manufacturing sector are the focus of a new report from a Copenhagen-based sustainability nonprofit.
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ArticleZDHC publishes industry chemical watchlist
The industry initiative has published a provisional list of 1,700 substances to support chemical reporting in textiles and footwear.
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News briefsOSV launches outdoor marketing master’s
The French outdoor industry network is launching a new Master’s degree in Annecy to train future marketing talent for the sector.
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ArticleWorldly expands Scope 3 tool
More than 400,000 products have already been modeled, as the US-based supply chain data platform broadens its Scope 3 tool to 260+ categories.
