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💧 The board of Helen of Troy, parent of Hydro Flask and Osprey, unanimously rejected an unsolicited $1.6 billion bid, or $37 a share in cash, from Empower Brands, a joint venture of Spectrum Brands and Oaktree Capital.

🚐 Camping World posted a Q3 net loss of $320.1 million, its largest since going public in 2016, driven by a $286.7 million goodwill impairment. Revenue fell 12.4% to $1.58 billion as new vehicle units dropped 25.4%, and the company now expects full-year adjusted EBITDA below its $230 million to $270 million range.

🚁 Two helicopters collided while landing at a helipad in Periche, near Everest Base Camp, on November 3, killing a 47-year-old tourist from India and injuring two people. A Webcam Nepal livestream captured the crash, which involved aircraft from Fishtail Air and Air Dynast.

BearVault's BV ONE Adjustable Bear Canister won Gold in the Camping/Outdoor category at the 2026 ISPO Excellence Awards. Its telescoping design adjusts volume to match trip length. BearVault

Shimano Inc. has acquired all shares of JACKALL, the Japan-based fishing lure company, building on a partnership that began in 2010. The deal strengthens Shimano's position in fishing tackle innovation. Shimano Inc.

Helinox has opened its fifth directly operated store in Korea, the Helinox Creative Center Paju, at Shinsegae Simon Paju Premium Outlets. The location aims to reach customers beyond core outdoor enthusiasts. Helinox

Reju is working with six mills, A. Sampaio, RDD Textiles, Tintex Textiles, FOV Fabrics, Utenos and Swisstex Direct, to develop fabrics from regenerated polyester. The collaborations expand its supply chain across Europe and the United States. Reju

The 2026 OIA Catalyst Conference drew more than 300 leaders from 150 companies to Portland on October 26 to tackle sustainability, regulation, AI, durability and circularity. It ran alongside a record-setting Functional Fabric Fair Fall 2026. Outdoor Industry Association

MyOutdoorTV will stream "On The Water with Erik Luzak," presented by LunkerHunt, free and live on November 6 starting at 7:30 a.m. ET. The broadcast follows Canadian pro angler Erik Luzak on Day 2 of the Major League Fishing Toyota Series Championship. OSG

SCARPA has named eight athletes to its 2026/2027 SCARPA Athlete Mentorship Initiative cohort, chosen from more than 200 applicants. The climbers, mountaineers and ski mountaineers from historically marginalized communities are paired with professional athlete mentors. SCARPA

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A McKinsey survey of 10,006 consumers in seven markets, commissioned by Vibram, found that 78% consider durability important when buying footwear. The findings anchor Vibram's new global brand campaign, Long Lasting Confidence, now launching in the U.S. Vibram

Peak Design has launched a four-piece charging collection, including what it calls the world's first Qi2.3-certified Wireless Kickstand Travel Battery, plus a Wireless Charging Station 2-in-1, Dual Slim GaN Charger and UltraStrand Cables. Every piece carries a lifetime guarantee. Peak Design

KUIU has introduced the HD Thermal Boot, its warmest boot yet, rated below -50°F. It combines hybrid insulation with Solarcore aerogel foam, a 6 mm neoprene waterproof bootie and a patent-pending self-cleaning EVA sole. KUIU

Helinox has launched the limited-edition ACG x Helinox collection: the Chair Zero LT, Table Zero LT and a 17L Camp Sack. All three come in ACG's signature orange with Ghostgrid material. Helinox

Thomson Bike Tours has opened booking for its 2027 Tour de France VIP Spectator Tours, following the race from the Edinburgh Grand Départ through Scotland, England and Wales to Paris, July 2 to 25. Tours include access to team presentations, mountain stages and the Champs-Élysées finale. Thomson Bike Tours

World Fishing Network's weekly "Reeling Around Wednesdays" block airs eight classic fishing programs from 6 to 10 p.m. ET. Shows feature veteran anglers including Bill Dance, Roland Martin and Jimmy Houston. OSG

The Michael Waddell Podcast, presented by REMAX OUTDOORS, brings together Bone Collector crew members Michael Waddell, Nick Mundt and Travis "T-Bone" Turner. They share hunting memories, camp stories and thoughts on teamwork and the future of hunting. OSG

HydraPak is the California International Marathon's Official Sustainability Partner, adding three on-course water refill stations. A 25-athlete "Carry Your Own" cohort led by Tina Muir will test self-reliant hydration during the race. HydraPak

Foghorn Labs' 2026 Outdoor & Active Lifestyle Digital Marketing Index benchmarks 52 brands on ad diversification, search visibility and email automation. It found a 54-point average gap between brands' strongest and weakest digital channels. Foghorn Labs

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