RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION
+++ Halfords, with its 373 stores across the UK, has joined the Cyclescheme network, giving more consumers easier access to affordable cycling through the Cycle to Work scheme +++
EXECUTIVE CHANGES
+++ British children’s bike brand Early Rider has appointed Mario Herbold as Chief Operating Officer and Janine Bessen as Head of Global E-Commerce, who join from Pon.Bike Performance GmbH and Whoom, respectively +++
PRODUCT & MARKETING
+++ Canadian running brand Ciele Athletics has launched its 2026/27 Cold Weather Collection, featuring updated technical apparel, headwear and accessories with proprietary fleece fabrics, merino wool blends and reflective details for winter running
+++ US climbing brand Black Diamond Equipment has launched its Fall Cragging Kit, a collection of technical apparel, approach footwear and backpacks for outdoor climbing and gym training, featuring recycled materials, organic cotton and updated insulation technologies
+++ Arc’teryx has introduced the Postour Boot for Fall/Winter 2026, a two-in-one après-ski recovery boot combining a waterproof, insulated outer boot with a removable indoor slipper, featuring Gore-Tex, PrimaLoft insulation and Vibram Arctic Grip technology
+++ Italian outdoor footwear brand La Sportiva has introduced the HyperEZ climbing shoe, designed to improve comfort and fit for beginners, alongside the lightweight, breathable TX1 approach shoe, featuring a Vibram MegaGrip outsole for traction and stability on varied terrain
+++ Italian cycling footwear brand Northwave has launched the Celsius R Arctic GTX winter road cycling shoe for Fall/Winter 2026/27, combining a PFAS-free Gore-Tex membrane, PrimaLoft Gold Eco insulation and the new, lighter SLW7 closure system
+++ Norwegian merino wool specialist Aclima has introduced new winter apparel and accessories for skiing, hiking and other outdoor activities, including the FleeceWool Hooded Jacket, WarmWool base layers, wrist warmers and a WoolNet beanie, with prices ranging from €40 to €270
+++ Atomic has introduced its new Nexus ski boot collection, combining the easy entry and exit of a rear-entry design with the performance of traditional overlap boots through its NexStep construction, with seven models offering different flex ratings and selected versions featuring the Boa Fit System
+++ Therm-a-Rest, part of Cascade Designs, has received recognition in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 for its NeoLoft inflatable backpacking sleeping pad, featuring a 11.7-cm thickness, 4.7 R-value and stretch-knit fabric, with an XXL version scheduled for January 2027
+++ Italian luxury outerwear brand Moncler has launched its Re/Icons collection, reinterpreting archival jackets and accessories inspired by its mountaineering heritage, with a campaign featuring Cher, JENNIE and Grace Jones, photographed and directed by Gabriel Moses +++
CORPORATE AND M&A
+++ US knife and tool manufacturer Gerber Gear is relocating from Tigard to a new 7,500-sqm facility in Wilsonville, Oregon, opening Nov. 3, 2026, to expand manufacturing capacity and consolidate design, engineering, production and administration under one roof
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