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Nike launches NikeLab Running collection, available Oct 1, 2026
Nike will roll out the NikeLab Running apparel collection globally on October 1, 2026, via Nike.com and select retailers.
Raide adds “Stone” color to LF 2L and UL 1L belts
Raide updated its LF 2L and UL 1L belts with a Stone colorway featuring stone-gray fabric and green lichen-inspired accents.
Craft announces Vild 1 trail shoe
Craft Sportswear announced a new trail model called Vild 1 in an email on September 9, 2026; contact details were provided.
Teva Trailpeak trail running shoe launches Sept. 1, 2026
Teva will launch the Trailpeak, an ultralight trail runner co-designed with Mike Wardian and Erin Ton, on Sept. 1, 2026.
Salomon launches Aero Blaze 4 GRVL (Sept. 2) and Aero Blaze 4 GRVL GTX (Nov. 1)
Salomon will release the Aero Blaze 4 GRVL on Sept. 2 and a GORE-TEX GTX version on Nov. 1.
Frédéric Tranchand wins OCC 50K at UTMB in 05:10:08
Frédéric Tranchand won the OCC in Chamonix in 05:10:08 after a 60 km course with 3,500 m of elevation gain.