• Day 0: Now happening in Asia as well
    Opinion

    Day 0: Now happening in Asia as well

    2026-07-19T06:58:00Z

    Charles Ross examines how Day 0 has evolved into a global platform for textile sustainability, with Asia emerging as an increasingly influential force.

  • Kopilot.id strengthens team for growth
    News briefs

    Kopilot.id strengthens team for growth

    2026-07-17T13:11:00Z

    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.

  • Joe Vernachio returns to Columbia to lead Sorel
    Article

    Joe Vernachio returns to Columbia to lead Sorel

    2026-06-18T09:05:00Z

    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.

  • Patagonia opens second Austrian store in Salzburg
    Article

    Patagonia opens second Austrian store in Salzburg

    2026-06-15T12:41:00Z

    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.

  • Skinny Skis and Smartwool win Grassroots honors
    News briefs

    Skinny Skis and Smartwool win Grassroots honors

    2026-06-10T07:28:00Z

    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.

  • Short stops

    Short Stops Week 23, 2026

    2026-05-31T03:02:00Z

    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 ...

  • Sportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031
    Article

    Sportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031

    2026-05-28T13:33:00Z

    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.

  • Grassroots Outdoor Alliance reveals 2026 award nominees
    News briefs

    Grassroots Outdoor Alliance reveals 2026 award nominees

    2026-05-24T11:06:00Z

    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.

  • Short stops

    Short Stops Week 22, 2026

    2026-05-24T10:41:00Z

    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 ...

  • Outdoor brands spotlight volunteering and community action
    Article

    Outdoor brands spotlight volunteering and community action

    2026-05-22T21:00:00Z

    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.