PRODUCT NEWS
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January 27, 2025
Fitbit to Pay $12.5M Fine for Failing to Report Ionic Smartwatch Defect
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on Friday, January 23, that Fitbit, LLC, headquartered in San Francisco, CA, has agreed to pay a $12.25 million civil penalty. The CPSC charges that Fitbit knowingly failed to immediately report to the CPSC, as required by law, that its Ionic Smartwatches...
January 23, 2025
UCI Approves Nix Hydration Biosensors for Race-Day Use
The UCI has approved Nix Biosenors hydration monitoring technology for race-day use. Starting in the 2025 season, teams can integrate Nix’s real-time hydration data into their fueling strategies during the race. Will this help riders stay on top of their hydration needs, or is it adding more gadgetry to an...
January 22, 2025
Hoka’s First-Ever Dress Shoe Is Curiously Technical (and Kind of Bizarre)
For the past few years, Hoka shoes have dominated UTMB, the world’s most prestigious trail race, traversing more than 100 miles through three separate countries. But it’s the brand’s first-ever dress shoe that will really test Hoka’s range. Gear Patrol
January 10, 2025
Has the cycling industry killed the cheap road bike? Where have all the cheap bikes gone?
The cost of bikes is a never-ending discussion point in the world of cycling and, like so many things in life, their prices have soared in recent times, in many cases faster than inflation. road.cc
January 8, 2025
Factor receives cease and desist letter over its most recent race bike release
A recent product launch by Factor Bikes has sparked controversy within the cycling community, as its newly announced "OSTRO VAM Scarab" has drawn criticism for its name and branding. Colombian custom frame builder Scarab Cycles, known globally for its vibrant, handcrafted bicycles, has expressed concern over the striking similarities between Factor’s branding and...
January 8, 2025
Scam Alert: Websites Mirror Legit Brands, Deliver Nothing
Last week, high-end cycling brand Rapha posted an official statement warning customers of counterfeit and imposter websites claiming sales of its products. GearJunkie
January 7, 2025
At CES, Segway accepting pre-orders, releases more details on its e-bike models
Segway is accepting pre-orders for its two new e-bikes and offering more details about each at the CES consumer electronics trade show, running this week in Las Vegas. Segway is offering test rides at the show on- and off-site for the Xyber and Xafari models. Pre-orders are available at independent...
January 7, 2025
The best wearable and fitness tech of CES 2025
CES 2025 delivered it all in buckets - from the latest and greatest in fitness and health tech. Here are all favorite announcements in one place. So whether you're looking for a new outdoor smartwatch, a smart ring, a home gym, or something else, take a look at the very...
January 2, 2025
Chipotle expands its fitness challenge to international markets
Chipotle and Strava have expanded their partnership, first announced in January 2024, to include 25 cities in North America and Europe, including New York, London, Paris, and Toronto. Nation's Restaurant News
December 18, 2024
GT Bicycles Pausing New Product Releases, Reducing Workforce
GT Bicycles, which separated from Cycling Sports Group/Cannondale to a stand-alone Pon Holdings brand last year with its own design team, will pause releasing new products while streamlining operations. GT Managing Director Jason Schiers told BRAIN on Tuesday there will be layoffs before the end of the year but the...