Lorpen represents rebranding and new sustainability initiatives
The B-Corp-certified sock brand ntroduces new designs, technologies and a lifestyle collection for Fall/Winter 2025/26.
Garmont strengthens Italian market presence with new sales partners
The Veneto-based outdoor footwear company is expanding its distribution network in key regions of its home country.
Kizik expands with strategic partnerships
The hands-free footwear brand continues its global expansion with new distribution partnerships in South Korea, France, the Gulf Countries and Spain.
Keswick Mountain Festival 2025: Early bird tickets ending soon
Secure discounted tickets now for the Keswick Mountain Festival, taking place May 16-18, 2025. Expect thrilling outdoor adventures, live music and more.
Switchback Spring 2025 set to foster outdoor industry growth
Outdoor industry leaders prepare for education and business networking at Switchback Spring, June 16-18, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.
OrthoLite appoints Bo Grabowski as Country Manager for Indonesia
US-based insole specialist OrthoLite expands operations in Indonesia with new leadership, appointing an industry veteran as Country Manager.
Decathlon opens new city-center concept store in Munich
Decathlon’s latest Connect store in downtown Munich offers a seamless blend of physical and digital shopping experiences catering to urban lifestyles.
Icebug declares Jan. 15 “Studded Shoe Day” to address winter slip injuries
The Swedish footwear brand takes a proactive stance against preventable injuries by raising awareness about studded shoes and their benefits.
Amer Sports reports strong preliminary 2024 financial results
Amer Sports Inc. announced its preliminary financial results for fiscal year 2024, revealing robust revenue growth and strategic debt reduction ahead of its full-year financial report scheduled for Feb. 25, 2025. The company expects revenue growth at the high end of its 16–17 percent guidance range, despite unfavorable foreign currency ...
Xero Shoes unveils smart footwear innovation at CES 2025
The new shoe combines minimalist design with sensor technology to transform running form and reduce injuries.
Compass Diversified with board leadership changes
A notable corporate shift reshapes CoDi’s board leadership, aligning governance expertise with long-term growth strategies for a diverse portfolio manager.
Amer Sports opens new high-tech warehouse in Ontario, Canada
The group consolidates operations under one roof with advanced automation and a strategic location in Ontario.
Thule Group expands shares following acquisition of Quad Lock
The Swedish outdoor lifestyle brand updates its share count and capital structure following its latest strategic acquisition, enhancing its market position.
Rugged footwear market steps down in 2023
The global rugged footwear market declined by 2.2% in 2023 to $6.2 billion, with Salomon and other top brands driving gains in Europe and China, while US sales fell sharply, forcing brands to rely on new products and marketing to compete in a flat market.
Smartwool appoints new Benelux distributor
Smartwool partners with Icebreaker’s distributor in Benelux, Ideavelop BV, to bolster its natural apparel portfolio and challenge synthetic dominance.
Viking partners with Kezzler and Trimco Group to implement digital product pass
The Norwegian outdoor ffotwear brand embraces cutting-edge tech, launching digital passports for products to enhance traceability, sustainability and customer trust.
Garmin’s latest annual data report sheds light on global fitness trends
Garmin releases its “Year in Review” with insights into user fitness and wellness trends, including activity increases and global rankings.
Garmin opens new Italian headquarters in Milan
The building boasts advanced sustainability standards.
Salewa launches first winter speed hiking collection
The new collection is designed for year-round speed hiking enthusiasts.
Revitalized leadership ushers in new era for INOV8
The British sportswear company announces the return of founder Wayne Edy as CEO.