All Product articles – Page 85

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    Intel Corp. provided a first look at a new concept...

    2016-01-13T00:00:00Z

    Intel Corp. provided a first look at a new concept in smart sports eyewear in collaboration with Oakley, called “Radar Pace.” It is based on a voice-activated, real-time coaching system for runners and cyclists, designed to provide instant feedback and analytics to track their progress and improve their performance. The ...

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    Vibram is launching a new grip technology for use on...

    2016-01-13T00:00:00Z

    Vibram is launching a new grip technology for use on ice, especially wet ice, called Vibram Arctic Grip. The sole features special thermochromic lugs that are activated when the temperature falls below 0 degrees Celsius. In contrast with existing ice grip systems, which use metal support devices inserted into the ...

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    Bianchi, part of Cycleurope, has partnered with Ducati Motor Holding...

    2015-12-30T00:00:00Z

    Bianchi, part of Cycleurope, has partnered with Ducati Motor Holding to produce a new range of Ducati bicycles. The new product line will include junior, MTB, sport and city models. Ducati Motor Holding has been in the bicycle market for several years. The bicycles will be distributed to independent bicycle ...

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    Working in collaboration with two other organizations, Eurosima and Sporaltec,...

    2015-12-30T00:00:00Z

    Working in collaboration with two other organizations, Eurosima and Sporaltec, Outdoor Sports Valley has sponsored and published the first research study on ceramics-lined garments, comparing their effect during exercise to placebo garments. The purpose was to determine whether ceramics-lined apparel modifies skin temperature, improving the feeling of comfort, and whether ...

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    OIC Columbia Sportswear is making a significant expansion into the...

    2015-12-30T00:00:00Z

    OIC Columbia Sportswear is making a significant expansion into the performance underwear category through an exclusive global licensing agreement with Delta Galil Industries. Under the contract, the Israeli firm, which is already Columbia's global licensee for socks, will produce a range of Columbia branded products including men's and women's underwear ...

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    Primaloft is coming out with a new insulation for high-output...

    2015-12-30T00:00:00Z

    Primaloft is coming out with a new insulation for high-output sports activities, called Primaloft Gold Insulation Active, as a step-up to the Primaloft Silver Insulation Active solution introduced one year ago. Both use proprietary manufacturing and finishing processes that lock its fibers in place, preventing them from migrating through fabrics. ...

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    After re-launching its Montant line of pullovers, made in France,...

    2015-12-18T00:00:00Z

    After re-launching its Montant line of pullovers, made in France, Fusalp is adding a ski helmet in three colors to its product range, starting immediately, at a retail price of €395. The A-certified helmet comes with an integrated multi-color and photochromic goggle and with removable leather ear protectors. An Italian ...

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    Arc'teryx is entering two new product categories. The brand has...

    2015-12-18T00:00:00Z

    Arc'teryx is entering two new product categories. The brand has introduced an anti-avalanche backpack, called Voltair, which is equipped with an airbag with a centrifugal blow. The airbag is powered by a rechargeable battery that allows it to be used many times over. Arc'teryx is also coming up with a ...

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    Bollé is launching its first line of cycling helmets, starting...

    2015-12-18T00:00:00Z

    Bollé is launching its first line of cycling helmets, starting with two models, one for serious riders and the other for urban riders and commuters. The two products can be combined with the brand's high-performance sports eyewear and with its more casually styled models.

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    Nike has teamed up with Stone Island to celebrate in...

    2015-12-18T00:00:00Z

    Nike has teamed up with Stone Island to celebrate in 2016 “The Year of the Windrunner.” It was back in 1978 that Nike created the Windrunner jacket, which was regarded as revolutionary at the time for its raglan sleeves and 26-degree chevron yoke. NikeLab and Stone Island are now launching ...

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    Asics launched on Nov. 18 a limited edition of 60,000...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Asics launched on Nov. 18 a limited edition of 60,000 pairs of Metarun shoes. Described as the best long-distance running shoe in the company's history, the Metarun features five new technologies covered by four patents. A new FlyteFoam midsole uses organic fibers for cushioning. The shoe incorporates a new carbon-reinforced ...

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    Icepeak, the affordable sportswear label of the L-Fashion Group, will...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Icepeak, the affordable sportswear label of the L-Fashion Group, will come out with its first line of winter boots and other types of footwear for everyday outdoor activities and functional trekking, starting with the autumn/winter 2016/17 season. The outsole of the shoes ensures efficient grip and good traction on difficult ...

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    Napapijri has announced that it is replacing down with Thermofibre...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Napapijri has announced that it is replacing down with Thermofibre insulation for autumn/winter 2015 in 99 percent of its outerwear collection. Thermofibre is an eco-friendly, anti-bacterial material made from ultra-lightweight microspheres which create a quilted texture offering insulation and temperature regulation. Thermofibre is exclusively developed and patented by VF Corp., ...

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    Arc'teryx, Castelli, Gore Bike Wear, Gore Running Wear and The...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Arc'teryx, Castelli, Gore Bike Wear, Gore Running Wear and The North Face will come out in December with road cycling and running garments made with a new Gore-Tex Active technology. It maximizes lightness and breathability by using a permanent beading surface that eliminates the need for a face fabric, which ...

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    Runtastic, the Austrian digital health company snapped up by the...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Runtastic, the Austrian digital health company snapped up by the Adidas Group earlier this year, has come up with a new app offering customized, twelve-week workout plans intended to build strength and reduce body fat. The Results app features workouts using more than 120 instructional exercise videos and weekly nutrition ...

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    Bench has signed a footwear license with Deichmann for Germany,...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Bench has signed a footwear license with Deichmann for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. With effect from the autumn/winter 2016/17 season, shoes will be sold under the Bench brand name in the upmarket Roland chain of the group in Germany and Austria and in its Ochsner Shoes chain in Switzerland. They ...

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    Vibram is launching the FiveFingers CVT Wool, a new model...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Vibram is launching the FiveFingers CVT Wool, a new model in its FiveFingers five-toe shoe range. The new product features an upper made from wool, to keep warm on the coldest days, as well as the company's proprietary Icetrek rubber inserts, for grip and stability on slippery surfaces.

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    Pertex, known for its lightweight but durable performance fabrics, has...

    2015-11-30T00:00:00Z

    Pertex, known for its lightweight but durable performance fabrics, has announced the launch of a new fabric technology called CS10, which is claimed to offer increased abrasion and water resistance. CS10 technology uses yarns with unique diamond shaped filaments that tightly lock together to provide a stable construction and give ...

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    Jack Wolfskin won one of the 15 German Design Awards...

    2015-11-10T00:00:00Z

    Jack Wolfskin won one of the 15 German Design Awards given for 2016 in the sports, outdoor and leisure activities for its ergo-dynamic EDS backpack technology. The company's Texapore Downshell Tec jacket got a “special mention.”

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    MBT, the company reportedly acquired by Star 360 of Singapore...

    2015-11-10T00:00:00Z

    MBT, the company reportedly acquired by Star 360 of Singapore for $10 million three years ago, is introducing next spring its own line of running shoes, consisting of three styles, accompanies by branded compression apparel and socks. The shoes feature the brand's rocker construction and use a proprietary sensor technology ...