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OpinionDay 0: Now happening in Asia as well
Charles Ross examines how Day 0 has evolved into a global platform for textile sustainability, with Asia emerging as an increasingly influential force.
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News briefsKopilot.id strengthens team for growth
Digital emergency ID platform Kopilot.id has added two outdoor industry veterans as it expands partnerships and commercial activities across multiple outdoor and action sports markets.
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ArticleJoe Vernachio returns to Columbia to lead Sorel
Columbia Sportswear Company, the group behind brands including Columbia, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, has appointed a former Allbirds CEO and Mountain Hardwear leader to head its Sorel brand.
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ArticlePatagonia opens second Austrian store in Salzburg
Patagonia has opened its second store in Austria and 14th in Europe, strengthening its retail presence while creating a new hub for environmental activism and the outdoor community.
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News briefsSkinny Skis and Smartwool win Grassroots honors
Jackson, Wyoming-based Skinny Skis and Smartwool have been named Retailer of the Year and Vendor of the Year, respectively, in the 2026 Grassroots Outdoor Specialty Awards.
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Short Stops Week 23, 2026
TRADE SHOWS & EVENTS +++ On is bringing its global Squad Race format to Berlin on June 6, where 50 local running crews will compete in a relay race through the iconic Kant-Garagen parking structure for a chance to qualify for the global final in Los Angeles, highlighting community, inclusion ...
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ArticleSportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031
A new industry forecast points to continued growth in sportswear, driven by athleisure demand, women’s categories, sustainability investments and expanding direct-to-consumer strategies.
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News briefsGrassroots Outdoor Alliance reveals 2026 award nominees
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance has unveiled the nominees for its 2026 Specialty Awards ahead of the upcoming Grassroots Connect show in Reno, highlighting the retailers, brands and sales representatives shaping the future of independent outdoor retail.
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Short Stops Week 22, 2026
RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION +++ Patagonia has opened a new store in Salzburg’s historic city center, positioning the location as a community hub for outdoor enthusiasts and environmental engagement through events, talks and film screenings +++ Stio is accelerating its wholesale expansion by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the U.S ...
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ArticleOutdoor brands spotlight volunteering and community action
Ahead of Germany’s Bundesehrentag on May 23, several outdoor organizations and brands are using volunteer projects, clean-up initiatives and environmental activism platforms to strengthen local communities and encourage more direct engagement with nature conservation.