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BlackYak advances Himalayan climate initiative in Nepal
Gonso celebrates 100 years of cycling heritage
GSI Outdoors appoints Shawn Hostetter CEO
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Newell Brands plans €40m investment in France
Decathlon opens seventh Austrian store
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Better Cotton opens registration for 2027 conference
Gonso celebrates 100 years of cycling heritage
Montane highlights trail running range for 2026 season
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+++ Vallon and Topo Designs have launched a limited-edition version of Vallon’s Howlin’ sunglasses, combining performance eyewear technology with Topo Designs’ signature outdoor-inspired design aesthetic in an exclusive release available through Topo Designs channels
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