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AfterShokz OpenMove Giveaway!

We’ve got a brand new pair of OpenMove headphones, in slate grey, to give away to one lucky winner. Just head over and check out the post on our Instagram page to enter the competition.

News, Technology

Aftershokz unveils their new OpenMove bone-conduction Headphones

AfterShokz, pioneers in bone conduction headphones, announced today the launch of their latest bone conduction headphones the OpenMove. Built featuring the latest bone conduction technology, the OpenMove model are Aftershokz’s most accessible headphones making them perfect for both sporting activities and every-day use.

Clothing, Gear, Injury Prevention, Injury Treatment, Shoes, Technology

First Look (s): 361° Strata 4, Salomon Bonatti Jacket, Exogun Massage Gun

This week we have a first look at the new Strata4 from shoe brand 361°, the Bonatti running jacket from Salomon and finish off with the percussion massage gun from Exogun. Here’s our first thoughts on each product.

Gear, Technology

First Look: COROS Apex Pro GPS Watch – £459

The APEX Pro offers 40 hours of full GPS battery life – a 14% increase over the original APEX. Now you can get through that Mountain 100 miler without having to debate about switching into Ultra Max Mode.

News, Shoes, Technology

On Running and Bang & Olufsen join forces to create the ultimate running kit

Swiss shoe brand On Running have just released their latest shoe, the Cloudboom. The shoe launches alongside Bang & Olufsen’s sports-geared, Beoplay E8 Sport On Edition wireless earphones.

Gear, Press Release, Technology

Power Through Anything with the New Polar Grit X Outdoor Multisport Watch

Polar, the leader in wearable sports and fitness technology for over 40 years, announces a new addition to their performance line-up: Polar Grit X.

Features, Road Running, Technology

Strava Art for Charity

London runner Jeric Yeun aka @coderunnerguy is using social fitness app Strava & the TENZING Clean Air Tracker to draw cute and creative Clean Air Strava Art and raise money for charity!

Technology, Training

Polar Expands Their Gold-Standard Heart Rate Portfolio with Their Newest Sensor: Polar H9

Polar, introduces Polar H9, the brand’s newest heart rate sensor featuring what the company claim to be the most trusted and accurate heart rate technology on the market.

Gear, Technology

SnugsGo Custom-Fit Earphone Tips Using New Smartphone App

SnugsGo custom-fit tips replace the generic tips that come with most earphones, revolutionising the fit and allowing you to wear your earphones comfortably all day long for work, sport or leisure.

News, Technology

Run with Mo Farah on Zwift on Christmas Eve

What are you doing on Christmas Even? Fancy going for a run with Mo Farah on the Zwift indoor training app?

Technology

endurance sports TV to Live Stream UTMB in UK and Ireland

UTMB kicks off on Monday and you can watch all the live action from the 7 races on endurance sports TV if you’re in the UK or Ireland.

Technology

Join Zwift CEO Eric Min on Birthday Run

If you’re a fan of Zwift there’s an exciting opportunity for you tomorrow – you can join a run round London led by Zwift CEO Eric Min.

At 10am on Thursday 30th May you can join Zwift runners from all around the world to run 5.2 miles on the famous London course to celebrate the man that made it all possible. There will also be the chance to interact with Eric throughout the run via the app’s in-game chat function.

Having founded the app in 2014, Min has seen his creation reach over 1 million runners and riders in just five years with group runs now one of the most popular offerings on the app.

Find out more about Zwift

Technology

Navigation Help for Runners

Navigation is a very important skill for runners which can give you access to so many great adventures. If you’re not 100% confident in your skills, here are some ideas for helping you get nav savvy.

Technology

Zwift Launch Own Footpod At Great Price

Zwift for runners is really taking off, but there’s always been a slight barrier in that you needed to spend a fair bit on a footpod to use it. Until now. Zwift has just launched their own Zwift footpod, priced at $29.99.

The Zwift footpod:

Measures and broadcasts speed and distance back to Zwift
Calibrates in Zwift and always ready to go
Includes a standard CR2032 battery that’s easy to replace
Weighs just 13g

Read about how to get started with Zwift HERE

Read about Zwift flexible training plans and run-only routes.

Technology

Zwift Launches New Run Only Routes in NYC!

Hot on the heels of the news that Zwift was launching dedicated run only routes comes the even better news that they have launched run only and running and cycling routes in New York City!