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Asics win best brand in inaugural Running Fitness Awards
Asics has been named the best overall brand in the Running Fitness Awards 2012
Asics 33 Collection voted best new entry into the 'Natural Running' category
The launch of the Asics 33 collection has entered the top 3 in the ‘natural running’ category in Germany according to latest NPD data, reporting over the first quarter of 2012
Primal Lifestyle presents Barefoot Connections Conference
Primal Lifestyle, official UK distributor and retailer of Vibram Fivefingers, has announced the first ever Barefoot Connections Conference to be held on the 30 June 2012 at the Natural History Museum, London
Skechers enter minimalist running sector
Skechers has entered the lightweight/minimalist running shoe category with its latest running product, Skechers GOrun
Asics Gel Landreth 7 is named best shoe in the Runner’s World PB Awards
Asics has announced that the Gel Landreth 7 has been awarded the Personal Best: Best Shoe award for 2012. Readers of RunnersWorld.co.uk voted for the award
Asics to open flagship stores in Spain
Asics will unveil two new state-of-the-art stores in Barcelona and Madrid featuring running laboratories
ASICS GT-2160 named best shoe
Runner’s World Magazine, has awarded the ASICS GT-2160 the 2011 International “Editor’s Choice” award
Ashmei’s turn to take run at UK market
Running brand to offer “ultimate performance” with limited collection
Asics sponsors athletics coverage
Running brand sponsors TV coverage of IAAF World Athletics Championships
Buff sets sights on sport market
Headwear specialist prepares for assault on UK sports market with fourth apparel collection
Asics trials Running Couriers
Running brand joins forces with taxi firm to offer unique courier service until August 19
Call for compulsory sports bras in school
Campaign launched to promote breast health and make sports bras compulsory in schools
Merrell reports barefoot progress
One million pairs shipped to US in first season and new developments in barefoot market driving growth
Puma reports record results
Q2 sales at €674m after currency adjustments, increase of more than 14 per cent; H1 sales up 11.5 per cent to €1.45bn
Mizuno sponsors reborn Liverpool marathon
Footwear and apparel brand Mizuno becomes official sponsor of RunLiverpool Marathon
Intersport Q1 2012 – shots from the floor
See exclusive photos from the first day of buying group Intersport’s Q1 2012 show here
Nike: ‘Global appetite for sports never stronger’
Futures orders up 15 per cent overall after Q4 and full-year growth
Polar launches new runner’s aid
RCX5 heart rate monitor offers ‘performance enhancing technology’ to help runners maximise their training
ASA rules against Reebok leaflet
Advertising body upholds complaint over ‘misleading’ Reezig ZigTech leaflet
Legacy Games – Sky Sports News report
Catch-up with Sky Sports News’ report into the legacy of the London 2012 Olympic Games
Should more cash be reserved for grassroots sport?
Special report on legacy of London 2012 Olympic Games to broadcast on Sky Sports News tonight at 1930hrs
Hilly takes on full-time rep
Addition of first full-time representative supported by strength of business in the market
Columbia makes Gore complaint
Columbia claims 'exclusionary' practices stopping the footwear market accessing other waterproof technologies
Asics signs deal to ‘cement role as runner’s choice in UK’
Asics becomes official sportswear and running shoe partner for Bupa Great Run Series; move to ‘cement position as runner’s choice’
1000 Mile intros new accessories range
Sportswear firm launches new accessories range through second own-brand name
Running: Brooks PureProject
Brooks Running’s new PureProject collection is a range of footwear designed to promote natural motion. David Pittman reports
Running Showcase: Running up a head of steam
SGB Sports showcases just a small selection of the running equipment and accessories available on the market.
SGB Sports June e-zine now live
The fully interactive digital version of SGB Sports June 2011 is now available from www.sgb-sports.com/digital
DMP targets Tune Belt growth
Electronic device carrier range to grow across the sports market with introduction of new products and ongoing growth in smartphone sector
Mizuno removes mystery with Enigma
Footwear brand unveils Wave Enigma, which it is calling its ‘latest technological masterpiece’
Suka Sport opens its doors
What does it take to start up as a sports retail business in 2011? David Pittman asked Yolanda Hinchliffe, one of the owners of London’s newest arrival Suka Sport, to find out.
Duo add ion-mask to shoes
Scott Sports protects running shoe range with nano-coating technology; Mizuno applies treatment to golf shoes
Samurai partners UK Corporate Games
Sportswear firm named as official kit partner for UK Corporate Games
Barefoot training manual launched
Biomechanics export Lee Saxby and barefoot running specialist Vivobarefoot unveil e-guide to barefoot running
Somnio to adopt distribution model in Europe
Shoe brand Somnio will adopt a distribution model after closing its European operation; leaves door open for return
Somnio shuts European operation
Running shoe brand makes decision to close European operation; Somnio Inc. USA remains to ‘keep the company open in America’
UK launch for thoni mara
German running brand launches into the UK with 100-day, 100 per cent satisfaction guarantee
Newton makes Kenyan donation
Barefoot footwear brand donates 1,000 pairs of running shoes to student fundraising event
Mizuno predicts big things for Wave Prophecy
Sport brand to launch new top-of-the-range running shoe in April; presents ‘pinnacle of the brand’s technology and design’
Web exclusive: Barefoot shoes road tested
With TCL Sports starting on a series of seminars to educate the trade and consumers on the benefits of natural running, SGB Sports asked keen runner, and the magazine's sales executive, Andy Morfey, to road test some ‘barefoot’ running shoes and share with us his views on this growing product category.
Running: Are you running naturally?
That’s the question TCL Sports and Newton Running are asking through a series of seminars designed to educate retailers and consumers alike to the ‘barefoot’ running movement. David Pittman reports on a trade seminar held at last month’s TCR to see if the message got through.
Hi-Tec takes trail running to Infinity ‘and beyond’
Sport and outdoor brand claims new running shoe will help wearers ‘go further, faster, for longer’
Asics Running Lab service to spread across European capitals
Asics to introduce ‘exclusive’ runner services to capital cities across Europe after opening new store concept in Amsterdam
Puma: 'Less is more with Faas'
Footwear and apparel brand claims new Faas running shoe range reverses trend in the market for increasingly technical products
Independents must push service
Mizuno European footwear business manager tells specialist independents to improve on where the multiples fall down
My Goodness in SD distribution deal
My Goodness Ltd signs deal with SD Marketing to distribute For Goodness Shakes range of sports recovery products into the UK running and outdoor industries
Brooks claims to outrun market
Running specialist claims to steal market share from rivals after increasing sales despite struggling running market in 2010
Inov-8 debuts trail shoe at ISPO
New shoe designed to move from tarmac to trail conditions without compromising grip
HH intros Pace technical clothing
Helly Hansen introduces technical clothing range, Pace; range includes t-shirts, jerseys, shorts and tights for men and women
K-Swiss launches online workout
K-Swiss and celebrity fitness expert Deanne Berry join forces to launch free online workout
Polar targets women with white FT40
Polar launches new, white variant of its FT40 training computer with female consumers in mind
Changing into Neutral
Brooks recently scored a success with a Runner’s World USA Editor’s Choice award for the Ghost 3 neutral running shoe; UK Sales Manager Martin Exley explains more about the shoe and the company’s ethos
adidas
Targeted at the ambitious runner looking for comfort, the new adistar Salvation features active Formotion in the lateral upper midfoot, said to help support the foot in its natural running movement, while a 3D Formotion unit in the heel is designed to reduce pronation.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 12
The latest generation of this flagship cushioning shoe features Impact Guidance System (IGS), with a view to enhancing the natural gait from heel strike to toe-off. Rear-foot and fore-foot gel cushioning systems are designed to accenuate shock absorption during impact and toe-off phases.
Nike - Nike Free Run+
The first shoe in Nike’s Free series to be Nike+ enabled (a wireless ipod connection), the Free Run+ allows runners to record time, pace, distance and calories burnt. Nike says deep cuts (sipes) in the outsole allow for greater flexibility and movement, which stimulates muscles for stronger feet, creating the feel of bare-foot running.
Greepers - Greeper Laces
Three-time Ironman champion Chrissie Wellington has teamed up with Greepers, and she is using the sports laces in her running shoes. Greeper Laces are made from 100% polyester and they are designed for quick and easy release and fastening, with a view to provide optimum shoe support during exercise.
K-Swiss K-Ruuz
K-Swiss has introduced the ‘super-light’ racing K-Ruuz, weighing only 6.5oz. Moisture management technology is intended to ensure the shoe finishes as light as it began with strategic drainage, and lightweight ‘super-foam’ under the sockliner is designed to enhance durability and support.
Saucony Kinvara
Providing all the cushioning of the company’s ProGrid Triumph, but weighing 100g less, the Kinvara incorporates ProGrid Lite in the heel. Saucony says the combination of EVA and rubber has been upgraded to improve cushioning. A monomesh upper is designed for maximum breathability.
Puma Spectana
Said to be 30% lighter than existing Puma EVA models, the Spectana support shoe is constructed in a special upper mesh material with a slow recovery heel construction, which Puma says gives increased flexibility and ride from heel to toe.
1000 Mile Noene NO2 Insole
1000 Mile has launched a new insole designed to prevent Tendonitis, back pain and other complaints. Made from a composition of crystalline rubber micro cells and just 2mm thick, the Noene NO2 is said to dampen 94-98% of shock impact from ground contact.
Newton Gravity
Designed to make the runner’s feet feel barefoot, Newton says this performance neutral trainer is bio-mechanically efficient, for increased energy return and shock absorption. Action/Reaction technology in the forefoot is intended to enable the runner to land on the forefoot safely, with less chance to pronate or supinate.
GU Energy Gel
GU says it has revolutionised endurance re-fuelling and its gels are now available in the UK through TCL Sports. With a 60% market share across the US run, bike and outdoor sector, six flavours are now available: Chocolate Outrage, Tri Berry, Vanilla Bean, Strawberry Banana, Lemon Sublime and Jet Blackberry.
Brooks Glycerin 8
The Glycerin 8 is designed to deliver a customised run for all sizes and speeds thanks to Brooks’ new DNA technology – individual molecules that react to the force placed on the foot. Working with new environmentally friendly BioMoGo, Brooks DNA is said to respond to every step, dispersing impact and providing optimum comfort and protection as the pace changes.
Physicool Sports Bandage
Physicool is offering a new, stretchy and reusable bandage that combines cooling with support and compression. Physicool says the bandage works by drawing out heat through rapid evaporation, as opposed to other products that work by trying to drive cold in. It comes in a re-sealable silver pouch, and Physicool coolant enables reuse.
Ron Hill Advance Microlight Jacket
Ron Hill’s new Advance Microlight Jacket is designed specifically for fell and adventure running. The Advance men’s jacket features a hood and is made from 100% polyester Activelite fabric, said to give a high standard of wind resistance and water repellence. It packs neatly into its own pocket and weighs only 144g.
New Balance 1226
New Balance describes the 1226 as a premium stability shoe for mild to moderate pronation. Technical details include N-Ergy, intended to improve shock absorption and support, while a full-length Abzorb midsole and Ortholite cushioned insole are designed to provide durability, breathability and cushioning.
