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.
September 16, 2021
Don’t look back, Peloton—Apple might be gaining on you
Apple’s Fitness+ is taking on a decided Peloton vibe. But rather than readying itself to make its own exercise equipment, Apple is after something bigger. Fast Company
September 3, 2021
Best Buy adds e-Bikes & Geek Squad assembly; Bird takes off with new BirdBike
Mega-retailer Best Buy is throwing its weight into e-mobility by offering electric transportation products including scooters, mopeds, and, yes, e-bikes. It also aims to compete with local bike shops with its Geek Squad, which will assemble and tune bicycles purchased at the store, including brake, seat, and handlebar adjustments for...
September 2, 2021
Apple Watch to Track New Biometrics
The latest Apple Watch is expected to add a slew of health and movement-tracking features as the tech giant prepares its next move in an ongoing fitness play, including blood pressure, wrist temperature and upgrades to its sleep tracking and irregular heartbeat monitoring features. FOS
September 1, 2021
Bosch unveils new ‘smart system’ for e-bikes, including mobile app and remote
Bosch has unveiled an array of product updates for the coming seasons, including a new mobile app and a wireless remote control that increase the "digitalization" of bikes using the company's drivetrain system. BRAIN Bosch's new "smart system" includes the eBike Flow app for smartphones. Bosch sees the app as the...
August 30, 2021
WHOOP Looks to Acquire Tech Companies After $200M Raise
Fitness wearable company WHOOP raised $200 million at a $3.6 billion valuation, roughly doubling its previous fundraising total and tripling its valuation from a round in October 2020. The Series F round, announced on Monday, was led by Softbank Vision Fund 2. FOS
August 25, 2021
Got Grit? Answer ENVE’s Casting Call for All-Terrain Bike Reality Show
The ultimate all-terrain adventure bicycling reality show? That’s what ENVE’s got in mind, with help from a notorious influencer. When you need to produce a hit reality show, you swing for the fences. ENVE looks to have done just that, tapping crusty adventure bike influencer “Ronnie” Ronmance/Ultraromance for its new reality show....
August 24, 2021
Peloton Releasing New Treadmill, Linked to Rowing
Following the recall of its Tread and Tread+ treadmills over safety concerns, the company announced it will launch a revamped treadmill next week. At $2,495, the new Tread model is far less expensive than the original $4,300 version. The treadmill news comes amid signs that Peloton is moving into connected rowing. Last month, the company listed an...
August 24, 2021
Rapha Teams Up With the San Antonio Spurs to Create a Cycling Apparel Collection
The San Antonio Spurs basketball team has just launched a cycling apparel collection for its fans in collaboration with Rapha. The collection features two styles of Rapha’s lightweight race kit: one with the Spurs team logo in the traditional silver and black color palette, and the other featuring a San Antonio logo and the...
August 19, 2021
How This New Trail Running Brand Is Making a Splash With Help From Vibram and Ciele Athletics
Norda is set on winning trail runners over with its innovative approach to footwear creation. And the emerging brand from Canada’s new collaboration could help get more eyes on the brand. FN
August 18, 2021
New Balance Renewed partnership gives apparel a second life
Sports footwear and apparel brand New Balance is working with The Renewal Workshop (TRW) to extend the life of its apparel and keep it out of landfills with New Balance Renewed. Just Style