PRODUCT NEWS
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April 17, 2024
The top-secret On shoe that won the Boston Marathon
On Monday, Kenya’s Hellen Obiri etched her name in Boston Marathon history by taking back-to-back victories at the prestigious event. In a tight finish that kept all spectators on the edge of their seats, Obiri out-sprinted compatriots Edna Kiplagat and Sharon Lokedi in the final mile, breaking the tape in a pair of groundbreaking racing shoes...
April 4, 2024
Asics’ Pearl-Covered GT-2160 Sneakers Will Sell for up to $30,000
Asics is partnering with a Japanese jeweler for a run of its GT-2160 sneakers leaning into the coquette trend with various pearl dressings. The price: anywhere from $1,000 to $1,300. The Tasaki x Asics GT-2160 starts by rendering the hit silhouette with a tonal color scheme featuring cream, white and grey as well as pearlescent detailing. Where...
April 3, 2024
Time up for Old-School Altitude Camps? High-End Hypoxia Hotels Hope to Rival Time on Teide, Tignes
A 4,500m-high peak has burst into the skyline in low-lying West Flanders, and it’s hoping to overshadow the hulking altitude camp mecca of Mount Teide. The new Monte Marcella altitude resort in Belgium joins Denia’s wildly popular Syncrosfera hotel as an alternate option for riders looking to tap into the performance...
March 26, 2024
Groundbreaking project sees running shoe use Vittoria gravel tyre tech
The gravel phenomenon in the cycle market is being mirrored in the running market, where those on foot are seeking new trails, away from asphalt. With that in mind, Craft Sportswear and bicycle tyre manufacturer Vittoria have unveiled a collaboration which will see a running shoe outsole utilise Vittoria gravel...
March 26, 2024
Super Shoes Aren’t Just for Elite Runners — How Running Brands Are Bringing These Tech-Loaded Styles to the Masses
Super shoes were made to break records. While these carbon-plated styles, which are paired with supercritical foam midsoles, landed on the scene almost a decade ago, the definitive tipping point came in 2019. That’s when Eliud Kipchoge, wearing the Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next%, became the first person to run a marathon...
March 21, 2024
A $60K Bike Made for the Paris Olympics Raises Questions About Fairness and Equipment Regulation
UCI regulations state that all equipment used during the Olympics must be commercially available. The rule specifically states that “the entire used material must be accessible to all participants. All the components must be available commercially (i.e., available on the market or sold directly by the manufacturer) at the latest...
March 20, 2024
New Velo AI Copilot bike light uses AI to keep cyclists safe
A US-based company named Velo AI has introduced a bike light that harnesses the power of AI in the name of safety to help keep cyclists safe on the road. GCN
March 18, 2024
Continuous Glucose Monitors Emerge as Next-Gen Wearable
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared the Dexcom Stelo Glucose Biosensor System, the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor (CGM), as awareness of metabolic health continues to gain steam. The wearable Stelo Glucose Biosensor System is designed for those 18 years and older who don’t use insulin and either treat diabetes...
March 13, 2024
Saucony and Claima Launch New Orleans-Inspired Sneaker
Following the release of the Claima x Saucony 3D Grid Hurricane “Claim A Seat” last fall, the pair have a fresh take on the silhouette. The design aims to “inspire and fund the next wave of BIPOC entrepreneurs.” The Massachusetts-based athletic brand and the independent creative agency just launched a new 3D...
March 12, 2024
ClassPass Expands Into Food & Beverage in Holistic Wellness Play
ClassPass has unveiled its latest innovation: the integration of food and beverage options into its bookable experiences. With tens of thousands of studios, gyms and spas already on the platform, ClassPass is now introducing ways for its members to refuel after workouts or wellness visits. ClassPass was acquired by Mindbody...