All Urban Outdoor articles – Page 7
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ArticleDecathlon enters smart cycling airbag market with In&motion
Decathlon and In&motion are tapping into the electronic airbag market with connected protection systems for cyclists, e-scooter riders and equestrian athletes.
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ArticleVeja’s new repair school in Roubaix trains artisans
In the former textile city of Roubaix, a new repair school supported by Veja is tackling textile waste, skills shortages and youth unemployment through paid training in sneaker and garment repair.
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ArticlePas Normal Studios and Salomon enter hybrid gravel category
The two brands are expanding the convergence of cycling, running and outdoor performance with a new SS26 collaboration built around hybrid gravel-focused footwear and apparel.
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OpinionEuropean Outdoor Week: The business of outdoor reconnects
Industry veteran Charles Ross reflects on the first European Outdoor Week in Riva – and argues that the combination of business focus, outdoor culture and community spirit may have given the industry “a shot in the arm” after years of disruption.
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ArticleKontoor sells Lee to Authentic in portfolio reset
Kontoor Brands is selling Lee to Authentic Brands Group in a deal worth up to $1bn, sharpening its focus on Wrangler and Helly Hansen as the company shifts toward higher-growth outdoor, workwear and lifestyle categories.
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ArticleNordic Fabric Fair expands into sport and outdoor
Sweden’s Stockholm Fashion District and Huginbiz are relaunching Nordic Fabric Fair in a significantly expanded format that combines fashion sourcing with functional textiles for sport, outdoor, fitness and workwear under one roof.
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ArticleAmer Sports raises guidance after strong Q1
Salomon softgoods, Arc’teryx and Wilson Tennis 360 powered a strong first quarter, prompting Amer Sports to raise its 2026 outlook.
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ArticleEuropean Outdoor Week set for expanded 2027 return
The European Outdoor Group and MagNet Group plan to expand and refine European Outdoor Week after a first edition that combined sustainability, trade, media and consumer events in Riva del Garda.
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News briefsHalti brings Helsinki-inspired minimalism to Kallio collection
The Finnish outdoor brand is extending its urban lifestyle positioning with a new Kallio collection that combines technical outdoor functionality, minimalist Scandinavian design and recycled or natural materials.
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ArticleLowa opens new US headquarters in Salt Lake City
The German footwear specialist is strengthening its North American presence with a new US headquarters in Utah following record global sales in 2025.
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ArticleSamsonite lifestyle bags outperform in Q1
Samsonite’s non-travel category outpaced core travel luggage, while higher marketing and store investments weighed on earnings.
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ArticleSolo Brands Q1 sales decline 19%
Lower sales at Solo Stove and Chubbies weighed on Solo Brands’ first-quarter results, although the company said trends improved entering the second quarter.
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ArticleWolverine Q1 sales rise 11% on Saucony, Merrell growth
Strong momentum at Saucony and Merrell helped Wolverine Worldwide exceed Q1 expectations and raise its full-year earnings outlook despite ongoing tariff pressures.
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ArticleCanada Goose Q4 sales rise 18%
Strong DTC demand and a return to wholesale growth helped Canada Goose deliver higher fourth-quarter sales and earnings.
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News briefsGoldwin lifts profit as FY2026 sales hit record high
The Japanese outdoor and sportswear group reported higher operating profit and record sales, supported by stronger gross margins, healthier inventories and improved product mix.
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News briefsXero Shoes expands international distribution network
The natural movement footwear brand has expanded its global wholesale network with new distribution agreements across Europe, Asia and North America.
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News briefsOn opens first Swedish store in Stockholm
The Swiss premium sportswear brand has opened its first retail location in Sweden, continuing its international expansion with a new flagship-style store in central Stockholm.
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ArticleOn Q1 sales reach record high
Record quarterly sales, strong APAC momentum and higher margins prompted On to raise its 2026 profitability outlook despite currency headwinds.
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ArticleHoudini strengthens growth strategy with key hires
The Swedish outdoor brand is reinforcing its international growth ambitions with two senior appointments focused on brand development and direct-to-consumer expansion.
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ArticleBergans restructures Central Europe sales
The Norwegian outdoor brand is restructuring its Central European sales organization with a new distribution model and retail strategy.
