All Snowsports articles – Page 4
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ArticleColumbia sees steady international demand amid US pressure
While US demand remained under pressure in 2025, Columbia Sportswear leaned on resilient international performance, led by Europe, to sustain growth, protect margins and reinforce its long-term outdoor brand positioning.
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News briefsAyaq raises new funds
Founded by Olympic biathlon champion Vincent Defrasne, the French outdoor apparel brand has raised fresh capital to fuel product development and international growth.
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News briefsSunGod expands POW UK partnership
A limited edition goggle strap inspired by melting glaciers marks a sixth year of collaboration between a British eyewear brand and the climate charity.
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News briefsSIA details Global Summit 2026
The North American winter industry trade association has revealed new details for its March 2026 leadership conference in Utah.
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ArticleKMD Brands off to solid FY26 start as Kathmandu leads growth
Strong direct-to-consumer demand at the New Zealand outdoor group’s flagship brand helped lift early FY26 sales despite a promotional retail environment.
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News briefsMoncler opens Grenoble flagship in Aspen
The Italian luxury outerwear group expands its alpine-focused retail concept to a key US mountain destination.
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ArticleUSWE Sports returns to profit as organic growth accelerates in Q3
Organic demand strengthened in the third quarter, allowing the Swedish hydration-pack specialist to return to profitability despite flat reported sales and currency pressure.
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ArticleFIS confirms first Freeride World Championships
Elite freeride skiers and snowboarders will race for a first-ever world title on a legendary Andorran face under FIS sanction.
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News briefsVenice court bars Giro glove claims
An Italian court ruling targets how a major cycling brand marketed its gloves, raising questions about technical claims and fair competition.
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ArticleSwedish sports retail posts first annual growth since 2021
New industry data shows a cautious turnaround for Sweden’s sports retail market after three consecutive years of decline.
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ArticleIntersport Austria reports strong winter growth
Austria’s leading sporting goods retailer reports solid winter momentum, with rentals and ski sales driving growth ahead of school holidays.
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News briefsNorrøna opens Pro Store Laax
The Norwegian outdoor specialist expands its Swiss retail footprint with a new alpine-focused store in one of the Alps’ key mountain hubs.
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News briefsPatagonia launches Worn Wear Snow Tour 2026
Mobile repair workshops will once again travel to European snow communities, offering free, brand-agnostic fixes for winter sports apparel.
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ArticleFreeride Filmfestival outlines 2026 expansion
Europe’s largest freeride film platform is preparing its 2026 season with expanded tour stops, cinema screenings and new brand partnerships.
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ArticleRevolutionRace delivers Q2 growth with margins near 25%
Strong demand in the DACH region and disciplined cost control lifted profitability as the DTC outdoor specialist extended its growth streak in Q2.
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ArticleAlpkit secures new investment
The outdoor and cycling equipment maker restructures its finances to secure jobs, stores and long-term operations.
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ArticlePaka details 2025 social impact
The alpaca apparel specialist reports on how sourcing, community investment and material choices shaped its 2025 impact.
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ArticleVF Corp’s outdoor brands drive Q3 gains as transformation advances
VF Corp returned to modest growth in Q3 FY26 as TNF and Timberland delivered solid gains, helping offset continued weakness at Vans and supporting margin expansion and debt reduction.
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News briefsRecco, SAAC extend safety partnership
Mountain safety education and search technology remain closely linked as a long-running alpine partnership enters another season.
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News briefsSuunto celebrates 90th anniversary with limited edition
The Finnish wearables pioneer is marking nine decades of innovation with a limited-edition watch and global events.
