As we’re aware, technology develops at a rapid pace. Many of these advancements have been seen in the launch of new and innovative sports gear. Here, specialist cube bikes stockist, Leisure Lakes Bikes, takes a look at the most eye-catching equipment that will surely make headlines throughout 2018 for those interested in some of the UK’s most participated sports:
For swimmers:
Are you a keen swimmer? We have the goggles you need to stay focused in the pool as well as a smartwatch which will monitor and record every one of your laps…
Speedo V-Class Vue Mirror Goggles
Do you regularly swim indoors? Check out the Speedo V-Class Vue Mirror Goggles. Made using only premium materials and precision engineering, these goggles prove handy as the straps can be quickly and easily adjusted to ensure they fit comfortably on anyone who wears them. The inclusion of a watertight IQfit 3D seal also means there will be less chance of marks appearing around the eyes, while the use of Anti Fog technology assures long-lasting vision as you race.
For more information: https://www.speedo.com/uk/en/v-class-vue-mirror-goggle/810960B573.html
Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro
For keeping track of your swims, the Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro is an essential. Rest assured that this smartwatch is water resistant up to 5 ATM, so it can keep on recording wherever your next swim takes you. It also comfortably and securely fits onto your wrist with a clasp — you never need to worry about it falling off or adjusting to the point where you can’t easily read the screen while in action.
For more information: http://www.samsung.com/uk/wearables/gear-fit2-pro-r365/SM-R365NZKABTU/
For athletes:
Invest in the following gear to work on your form and technique when racking up the miles on the road, track or trails with some uniquely designed running shoes and a nifty wearable sensor…
Adidas UltraBOOST laceless shoes
These trainers are different from others in a big way — there are no laces! The idea is, with the use of Primeknit technology, the shoes will help runners feel dynamic and free, not to mention still supported and stable in their footwear. Stephen Schneider, the senior product manager at Adidas Running, added: “In removing laces, such a fundamental component of the silhouette, refinement of the remaining core elements was paramount. We reimagined the Primeknit architecture, making it more supportive and compressive to enable runners to feel released and empowered to achieve their full potential.”
For more information: https://www.adidas.co.uk/ultraboost-laceless-shoes/BB6137.html for men’s, and https://www.adidas.co.uk/ultraboost-laceless-shoes/BY8906.html for women’s.
Lumo Run
You can use this piece of sports tech to improve running style. Let us introduce you to you Lumo Run — a wearable sensor that only weighs 25g and can be easily and securely attached to the back of your shorts. Once in place, the technology makes use of seven different sensors every time you run, including a gyroscope and accelerometer. All this information is logged on an accompanying app, which you can check out after a run to review your cadence, changes in forward velocity, level of bounce and other factors which may be limiting your speed or endurance.
For more information: https://www.lumobodytech.com/lumo-run/
For cyclists:
Improve your trips and fitness with the following tech:
CYCL WingLights
Some cyclists feel uneasy putting their arm out to signal a turn. But, help is at hand with CYCL WingLights. These innovative LED bicycle indicators are designed just like the indicators you see on a car — they flash at the same rate as a typical vehicle and are set up with two LEDs opposite each other. Simply equip them to your bike by either purchasing a fixed set or opting for those with solid magnetic fittings which can be removed when you desire — and you only need to push a button on the ends of the devices to turn them on and off.
For more information: https://www.cycl.co.uk/
Garmin Edge 820
Looking for a sat-nav that’s compatible with your bike? The Edge 820 from Garmin is the perfect companion each time you go out for a ride. Not only does the device calculate a cycle-friendly route to whatever destination you need to visit and then guide you there with turn-by-turn directions, it also incorporates a high-tech bike computer so that you can stay in the know about your cycling performance as you cycle. All of this on a light and nimble gadget that can easily be fastened to the middle of your handlebars and accessed via a 2.3-inch high-resolution touchscreen display that even works when it’s wet or when you’re wearing gloves.
For more information: https://buy.garmin.com/en-GB/GB/p/543199
For footballers
Get ready for the 2018 World Cup with the following products:
FIFA World Cup 2018 Official Match Ball
This ball is definitely a nod towards the ball that was created by Adidas for the tournament in 1970. The Telstar 18 again features black panels in a pixelated design, etched onto a thermally bonded seamless surface to achieve more predictable trajectory, lower water intake and improved touch. Demonstrating that this ball comes from the 21st century, a NFC chip has also been embedded into the ball so that smartphone users can unlock exclusive content onto their devices the more they play.
For more information: https://www.adidas.co.uk/fifa-world-cup-official-match-ball/CE8083.html
FIFA World Cup 2018 Kits
There is always plenty of new national kits when the World Cup comes around. For the 2018 tournament, Adidas has been tasked with creating 12 of the jerseys and Nike responsible for another 10. Errea, Hummel, New Balance, Puma, Uhlsport and Umbra are all involved, too. Highlights of the England kits are that you can find a rosette on the inside of each shirt and the player numbers are no longer printed onto the centre of the jersey but instead in a space just under the crest. Many of the other kits offer tributes to kits from yesteryear. Germany’s is a homage to the jerseys worn when the team won the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy, for example, while Nigeria’s will bring back memories of the kit the country’s players wore when the nation qualified for its first World Cup in 1994. Of course, your selection will likely come down to which nation your allegiance lies with or the country you’d most like to see lift the illustrious gold trophy.
For more information: the kits are still being revealed but a selection of jerseys can already be viewed via http://www.skysports.com/football/news/12098/11116211/world-cup-2018-kits-revealed-england-france-nigeria-spain-belgium-russia-and-more