Evie Ring, the newest smart ring on the market, is now eligible for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) reimbursement. Head below for more details.
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Dana White seemingly replacing Peloton with rival competitor Echelon at UFC Gyms
Back in November while on Theo Von’s podcast, UFC Gym CEO, Dana White, announced he’d be throwing Peloton equipment in the garbage. Now, it seems UFC Gyms may be replacing Pelotons with its rival competitor, Echelon. Head below for more details.
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Echelon Holiday Clearance Sale: Save up to $780 on bikes, treadmills, more
As a part of connected fitness company Echelon’s Holiday Clearance Sale, you can now get major savings on some of Echelon’s popular at-home exercise equipment including bikes, treadmills, rowers, and more. Leading the way is the EX-5S-22 Bike for $1,299, marked down from $2,079 – a savings of $780. The EX-5S-22 Bike allows you to completely customize your ride for maximum comfortability, and features resistance akin to a flat road, a hill, or a climb. Next up is the Stride-4s Treadmill coming in at $1,899 down from $2,299, marking one of the best discounts we’ve seen for this treadmill, with $400 in savings. The Stride 4-S Treadmill offers users premium product features, including expert instructors, on-demand classes, and more, all from the comfort of your home. Head below to learn more about Echelon’s Holiday Clearance Sale.
Read MoreSusie Chan, Peloton instructor, to release new book
Susie Chan, an endurance runner and Peloton instructor, will be releasing a new book, Trials and Tribulations: The Running Adventures of Susie Chan, on August 6, 2024. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseClass is almost over for original Peloton Bike tablets as support drops in 2024
In a statement made yesterday, Peloton announced they would no longer support the Quartz tablet, which comes with some earlier versions of the Peloton Bike. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseChris Bruzzo joins Peloton’s Board of Directors
Peloton yesterday announced in a press release the appointment of Chris Bruzzo as a member of Peloton’s Board of Directors. With decades of experience, Peloton is hoping Bruzzo will bring a fresh perspective to their growth strategy. Head below for more details.
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Insta360, the popular 360° camera for capturing action shots, is now compatible with Garmin and Apple Watches, allowing users to sync data to their camera footage. Keep reading below the fold for more details.
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There are only a couple more weeks left in 2023, and with the 2024 barreling toward us, Peloton has launched its challenge for 2024, simply called “The Annual 2024.” Head below for more details.
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If you own a Meta Quest VR headset and have ever wanted the opportunity to get work done in virtual reality, then today is your lucky day. While I can’t think of a use case for accessing Excel spreadsheets on a Meta Quest VR headset, that’s probably beside the point. Head below for more details.
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Perhaps with a nod to the strategic five-year global partnership between Peloton and lululemon, some of Peloton’s instructors have not only added new workout accessories to their pilates and barre classes, but those accessories happen to be lululemon. Head below for more details.
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Save up to $400 on Hydrow Rower and Wave at-home exercise gear for the holidays
Connected rowing company, Hydrow, has launched a Holiday Sale where you can save $400 on either the Hydrow Rower for $2,095 or its lighter companion, the Hydrow Wave Rower, for $1,495 -valid through December 19. Perfect for a relaxing or intensive at-home workout, both the Hydrow Rower and the Hydrow Wave can lead you through an immersive exercise experience led by Olympians and expert athletes alike using state-of-the-art technology. Shipping is free. Head below for more details on Hydrow’s Holiday Sale.
Read MorePeloton to fix recent software bugs in December, January
We reported last week that Peloton users were experiencing technical difficulties following a recent app update, and now Peloton has released a timeline of when they plan on fixing the two technological bugs on the Bike and the Tread. Head below for more details.
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Strava’s personalized Year in Sport now available on iOS and Android
Strava, a leading digital community for athletes with over 120 million members, is doing The Spotify and allowing members to show off their personalized Year in Sport. Head below for more details.
Read MorePeloton x lululemon offers more inclusive sizing, some customers still upset
Yesterday on Instagram, Peloton Apparel announced that they would be offering more inclusive sizing with its latest Peloton x lululemon clothing drop. While some customers were pleased with the announcement, many were still upset. Head below the fold for more details.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton hires new CMO, Lauren Weinberg
Peloton – a leader in the connected fitness space – yesterday announced the hiring of their new chief marketing officer, Lauren Weinberg. Head below the fold for more details on Weinberg’s background.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton members experience bugs following recent app update
Peloton yesterday acknowledged two technological bugs that are apparently present for some Bike and Tread members, likely due to a recent app update. Head below for more details.
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Connected rowing company, Hydrow, yesterday announced that they will be increasing their membership prices to $44/month starting in January for legacy members. Head below for more details.
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One month with Oura Ring for iOS: Impressive data, but is it worth it?
After having spent the last month with my Oura Ring and the Oura Ring companion app for iOS, I can definitively say that despite a beautiful app and some helpful features, unless you are someone looking to track or improve your sleep, I don’t think that the Oura Ring is worth it. Head below the fold to learn why.
Read MoreZwift’s latest update includes new Apple Watch support
Zwift, the connected online cycling and running program, now allows subscribers to utilize Apple Watch heart rate monitoring amongst other new features in its latest update, rolling out between now and March. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseNon-Peloton treadmill owners can now pair with Peloton app
In a move that is sure to expand audience reach, Peloton today announced that third-party Bluetooth FTMS treadmill owners can now pair their treadmills with the Peloton app. Head below for more details on the update.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on with Tribit FlyBuds C1 True Wireless Earbuds: Big features, small sound
The Tribit FlyBuds C1 True Wireless Earbuds are available for $69.99, a fair price point for a pair of wireless headphones that don’t have the best overall sound quality. While I really enjoyed some of the Tribit Flybuds’ features, my 2020 Apple AirPods still had a much richer sound quality in comparison, albeit at a $20 higher price point. Keep reading below the fold for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseNBA League Pass unavailable for some Peloton members
Back in October of this year, Peloton announced a partnership with the NBA and the WNBA – a first-of-its-kind relationship between an entertainment sports-focused entertainment service and an at-home exercise brand. NBA League Pass on Peloton has launched (also back in October), but apparently, not all Peloton members have access. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseEXR rowing app update, December 2023: Create custom races, Row in the Snow, more
The popular connected rowing app companion, EXR, has released its December updates including the ability to create custom races, a new winter challenge, and more. Head below the fold to learn more details on the latest updates from EXR.
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As first reported by the Wall Street Journal, Verizon Communications announced yesterday the hiring of Leslie Barland – formerly the CMO of both Peloton and X – as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Head below the fold to learn more.
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