PRODUCT NEWS
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and news about products in the running, cycling and triathlon industries? Scroll below to view all endurance sports product news.
December 21, 2021
Google Assembles an Apple Watch Competitor
Google is taking another swing at smartwatches. The tech giant is said to be in the final stages of development for its long-rumored Pixel Watch and is anticipating a 2022 product launch. Fitt Insider
December 17, 2021
Echelon Heats Up Peloton Rivalry with New Bike
The 125-pound EX-8S bike — which sells for $2,399 — features a 24-inch HD touchscreen display that flips 180-degrees. It also supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Front Office Sports
December 16, 2021
Future Publishing to cease ProCycling publication
Future Publishing has opted to discontinue ProCycling Magazine and will transfer existing subscriptions to Mountain Bike Rider magazine. Cycling Industry News
December 9, 2021
Nike Tries to Ban Imports of Adidas Knit Shoes, Accusing It of Copying Designs
Nike Inc. is asking a U.S. trade agency to block imports of a wide range of Adidas AG Primeknit shoes, saying they copy the Oregon company’s patented inventions for a knitted fabric that reduces waste without any loss in performance. The complaint, filed Wednesday at the International Trade Commission in...
December 7, 2021
Peloton Rolls Out Boxing Classes
The at-home fitness giant Peloton announced the new offering, showing top instructors shadow boxing with no specialized devices or equipment. Peloton subscribers can access a two-week program called “Get Hooked” from the company’s app or connected devices. Front Office Sports
December 6, 2021
Wearables Shipments Grew 9.9% in the Third Quarter of 2021 as Watches Start to Displace Wristbands in the Wrist-worn Device Category, Says IDC
Global shipments for wearables grew 9.9% during the third quarter of 2021 (3Q21) reaching 138.4 million units, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker. Hearables led the growth as the category grew 26.5% compared to last year and accounted for 64.7% of wearable...
December 1, 2021
It’s Just HOKA Now
Everything is HOKA, just HOKA, and even the One One on the logo is gone. The narrative you’ll read on the site is: “Welcome to the HOKA family,” and “At HOKA, our goal is to inspire people to move… HOKA has your back.” slowtwich
November 30, 2021
Safe Cycling Around The World Is Goal Of New Guide
The cycling surge is seen as an opportunity to transform streets and cities safely and sustainably on a broader scale. A new guidebook was created to help cities plan, design and implement high-quality bike lanes. Forbes
November 24, 2021
Nike and Skechers Settle Three Patent Suits
Nike Inc. and Skechers USA Inc. have reached a deal to end three lawsuits in the Central District of California in their long-running battle over intellectual property. According to filings on Friday, the two companies attended a mediation before Judge James Holderman on Nov. 16 where the parties agreed to...
November 23, 2021
Nike Doubles Down on Mental Health
Nike announced its new “Mind Sets” program last week, and it’s all about helping users prioritize their mental health. The goal is to get people to “move in any way that feels good for their mental well-being.” Mind Sets will deliver custom movement programs and mental health content across the...