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.
June 11, 2020
Under Armour makes a mask for athletes to use when working out
Designed with three layers, the UA Sportsmask, which is a reusable and water-resistant performance face mask, was made with breathability in mind. The mask was also designed to reduce the spread of respiratory droplets by the wearer. Read more on Footwear News.
June 3, 2020
Swedish group tests 27 helmets to determine the safest for cyclists
Swedish insurance company Folksam oversaw a test of 27 popular helmets for safety. Four of the top-ranked helmets are available for consumers in the United States. Read more on VeloNews.
June 2, 2020
Nike is keeping kids and parents moving with its first-ever NTC app program for children
The sportswear giant announced that it has developed six new workouts aimed specifically at children, which will be available via its free Nike Training Club app. Find out who is teaching the class and what it entails on Footwear News.
May 28, 2020
Peloton CEO John Foley talks cheaper bikes and making the most of staying home
In this interview, Foley discusses his contrarian view of physical retail stores (he plans to use the pressure on malls and retailers to add more premium locations to Peloton’s nearly 100 retail stores world wide). He also discussed plans to make the company’s bike, which retails for $2,245, or $58...
May 25, 2020
On a lighter note: What your Strava maps says about you
If you’re an avid Strava user, you know that every upload comes with an average pace, date and time, and a map. Whether you like it or not, the map is part of everyone’s file and shows the path you took to get your exercise done that day. A map...
May 20, 2020
Q&A: Director Marina Zenovich on the making of LANCE
Documentary filmmaker Marina Zenovich discusses 'LANCE,' her ESPN 30 for 30 film set to air this Sunday. Read more on VeloNews. On a related note, apparently Armstrong is not in love with the film according to this interview in USA Today.
May 19, 2020
Strava leaderboards and routes no longer free; subscription model the future for fitness platform
Encouraging more users to pay for a Strava subscription will, according to co-founders Mark Gainey and Michael Horvath, fund future product development and, crucially, provide a route for the company, founded in 2009, to become profitable. Read more on BikeRadar.
May 11, 2020
On a lighter note: This quarantine cans-as-dumbbell device turns your food hoarding into gains
In an effort to curb the cost, hassle, and environmental effect of the the new rush to buy home exercise equipment, one innovator has created a device that makes Campbell’s soup the center of your (very light weight) workout. Read more on Fast Company.
May 4, 2020
Nike delivers its first-ever indoor cycling shoe
With people forced to workout indoors to stay in shape, Nike revealed its first-ever shoe specific to indoor cycling: the SuperRep Cycle. Check all the details on Footwear News.
April 28, 2020
Allbirds is now making running shoes
Allbirds fans love the brand’s eco-friendly lifestyle sneakers. And now, the company has sustainability-focused performance shoes. The shoe was created with natural materials including its Sugarcane-based SweetFoam, eucalyptus and a reengineered version of its merino wool. Read more on Footwear News.