Sports & Outdoor

Washington, D.C. – September 17, 2026 -- Solidcore, the boutique strength-training chain known for its reformer-based classes, is launching a new heated, floor-based workout called solidcore ascend, giving members a second way to train within the same studio ecosystem.

The debut class runs 50 minutes and hits 90 degrees

The first ascend class, Strong50, is a full-body, 50-minute session built around hypertrophy, strength, and power. It takes place entirely on the floor using a custom weight and resistance station, with a coach guiding weight selection, tempo, and movement. Classes are heated to a target of 90 degrees using infrared heat, which the company says eases inflammation, aids muscle recovery, and improves blood flow.

Berlin – September 17, 2026 -- Global e-bike brand ENGWE has named Dutch football legend Robin van Persie as its new brand ambassador, timed to launch ahead of European Car-Free Day on September 22.

The campaign links Van Persie's career to a promise of reliability

The partnership, called "GOOD AS G.O.A.T," plays on the phrase "good as gold" and the sporting term GOAT (Greatest of All Time). It ties Van Persie's playing career -- which included a Premier League title, two Golden Boots and his 2014 World Cup diving header for the Netherlands, across Feyenoord, Arsenal and Manchester United -- to the idea of being someone people can count on, both on and off the pitch.

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. – September 16, 2026 -- Dogs of all sizes are hitting the waves this year at Helen Woodward Animal Center's Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon, an event where canine surfing skills translate directly into rescue funding for orphan pets.

Competitors surf in 10-minute heats judged by surf pros

Dogs compete in weight-class heats, each lasting 10 minutes, while a panel of surf professionals and enthusiasts score performances on ride length, wave technique, enthusiasm and confidence on the board. First-, second- and third-place winners are crowned in each weight class, with top finishers advancing to the Best-In-Surf finals.

A Freestyle contest lets dogs surf with friends and owners

A separate Freestyle Surf Contest features a Duos & Trios category, where two or three dogs share a single surfboard, and the Peeps & Pups Tandem Competition, pairing dogs with their human companions on the waves.

Warsaw – September 16, 2026 -- Nocpix has launched the ACE 2 Series, a new flagship lineup of thermal riflescopes that includes three models: the ACE 2 S60R, ACE 2 H50R and ACE 2 H35R.

Hybrid zoom pairs optical and digital magnification in one system

The ACE 2 introduces what Nocpix calls Ocular Zoom 2.0, blending optical and digital magnification through a single zoom ring. As users adjust magnification, the interface and reticle adjust in tandem to keep key details visible. The scopes offer 60mm of eye relief and a 10mm exit pupil, aimed at reducing eye strain during long observation sessions.

Moab, Utah – September 16, 2026 -- The Mud Springs Trail System has officially opened in San Juan County near Moab, adding purpose-built mountain biking trails for youth racing, adaptive cyclists, families and riders of varying skill levels.

A decade-long project cuts the ribbon during a major youth race weekend

Local and regional partners held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 11, capping nearly ten years of work to build a new race-capable public trail system. The opening lined up with the first Utah High School Cycling League race weekend at Mud Springs, which drew more than 1,100 youth mountain bikers to the area.

Phase 1 totals about 11 miles of machine-built, bermed trail

Mud Springs offers fast, flowy trails with bermed turns. Seven miles of beginner- and intermediate-level trail were built last fall, and roughly 3.5 additional miles of intermediate- and advanced-level trail are expected to be finished later this season.

San Jose, Costa Rica -- September 11, 2026 -- Americas Cardroom's Online Super Series XL generated $7,216,985 in prize pools and drew 62,847 entries during its opening four days, not counting entries from tournament flights.

From Sept. 6-9, 93 tournaments ran, completing the numbered schedule through OSS XL #70. Thirty-three of those events exceeded their guarantees by a combined $217,170.

The High Roller event delivered the series' largest prize pool so far

OSS XL #13, a $630 buy-in High Roller, drew 1,118 entries and turned its $600,000 guarantee into a $670,800 payout. Player BADGERING took first place for $130,210.

The $2,650 OSS XL #16 also surpassed its target, pulling in 203 entries for a $507,500 prize pool against a $500,000 guarantee. Following a final-table deal, NewYorkMidgets was listed as the official winner for $95,312, with KevinParCoeur taking $93,875 for second and Olivander1 earning $87,459 for third.

Los Angeles – September 16, 2026 -- Pacsun has launched a 32-piece women's NFL apparel collection in partnership with licensed sports brand The Wild Collective, with prices ranging from $45 to $90.

The collection is available now at select Pacsun stores and online, covering fans of eight teams: the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, and San Francisco 49ers.

Officially licensed apparel gets a fashion-forward redesign

Instead of standard team merchandise, the lineup reworks NFL gear into sculpted tanks, boyfriend tees, cropped knit cardigans, polos, and bomber jackets. The pieces are built with women's proportions and styling in mind, designed to transition from the stadium into everyday wear.

New York – September 16, 2026 -- ALLSWIFIT will launch its new carbon-plate running shoe, ActiveRise+, exclusively on the brand's website on September 15, 2026, targeting everyday runners rather than race-day specialists.

The shoe weighs approximately 6.35 to 6.56 ounces in a US Men's Size 9 and delivers more than 80% energy return, according to the company. ALLSWIFIT positions ActiveRise+ as a more approachable alternative to aggressive race-day carbon-plate shoes, aimed at runners doing tempo runs, interval sessions, and long-distance training.

Berlin – September 16, 2026 -- MERACH has unveiled its new flagship treadmill, the UltraWalk W60 Plus, at IFA Berlin 2026, targeting people who want to walk more during work-from-home hours. The treadmill is available for pre-order in Europe until September 20, 2026, at €379.99, discounted €80 from its €459.99 retail price.

The treadmill runs on a brushless motor rated for 15,000 hours

The UltraWalk W60 Plus features a brushless motor with 3.5 horsepower peak output and a built-in Hall sensor for consistent speed control, even at slower walking paces. MERACH says the motor is designed to run for up to 15,000 hours.

Noise levels stay at 53 decibels during operation

The company built the machine for quiet use in home offices, citing a 53-decibel noise level during operation. A convection cooling system with two vents helps dissipate heat, and the treadmill is rated for three hours of continuous use.

Valencia – September 15, 2026 -- Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced Thrill Glider, a new roller coaster set to open in 2027 that will let riders fly face-down on suspended "hovercycles" at speeds up to 50 mph.

The ride creates an entirely new coaster category called the Thrillglider

Built exclusively for Magic Mountain by manufacturer Vekoma, Thrill Glider packs 20 track elements into an 80-second ride covering nearly 3.5 acres. Riders assume a prone, forward-facing position beneath the track, encountering 12 airtime moments and five inversions, including a wing-over, zero-g roll, overbanked stall turn and barrel rolls.

Six world records come with the 2027 debut

At 3,380 feet long, 107 feet tall and reaching 50 mph, Thrill Glider will claim titles including World's Longest, Fastest and Tallest Thrillglider, along with the most inversions in the category at five.