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We found Hokas, Adidas and more on sale at Dick's Sporting Goods' right now — up to 50% off
The end of August is one of the best times to refresh your wardrobe. There are always tons of sales leading up to the start of school and you'll likely be eyeing some new sneakers, activewear, backpacks and more. Right now, Dick's Sporting Goods is having a major back-to-school sale on many NBC Select-favorite brands, like Hoka, On, Brooks and the The North Face, among others — up to 50% off. The best deals at Dick's Sporting Goods 4.4-star average rating from 10,868 reviews at Dick's Sporting Goods You see them everywhere for a reason: The Stanley Quencher water bottle is as popular as it is effective at keeping drinks cold for up to 24 hours. I keep my Stanley on my bedside table overnight to avoid feeling dehydrated when I wake up in the morning. I've also accidentally knocked it over a couple times and hardly any water spills out. It also has a comfortable curved handle and the bottom fits in most standard cup holders. 4.2-star average rating from 1,085 reviews at Dick's Sporting Goods Brooks makes some of my favorite running and walking shoes for the comfort and support they offer the medium arch in my feet. The Ghost Max 2, which are designed for road-running and walking, have a high cushioning, a breathable mesh upper and the front end is slightly bent upward for a more seamless heel-to-toe transition with each stride, according to Brooks. NBC Select reporters Zoe Malin and Harry Rabinowtz tested the original model of the Ghost Max and they both love how cushioned the design is and how the rocker helps propel them to run faster. 4.7-star average rating from 4,588 reviews at Dick's Sporting Goods This roomy backpack has a laptop sleeve that fits up to a 12-inch model, two a mesh water bottle holders on the sides and the padded shoulder straps have a sternum strap you can use for extra support when your backpack is especially heavy. It also has reflective panels on it to increase your visibility in the dark. 4.7-star average rating from 123 reviews at Dick's Sporting Goods The Hoka Mach 6 sneakers have an airy jacquard upper that helps your feet stay cool as you run. They have maximum cushioning on the soles and its outsoles are made of a durable rubber material that provides traction when running on different terrain. It also has an internal gusset, which helps prevent the tongue from moving to the side while you run. More deals from Dick's Sporting Goods Back-to-School sale All of the products below are from brands we've covered in the past and/or are ones that have at least a 4-star average rating from 100 reviews or more at Dicks Sporting Goods: 46% off Hoka Women's Arahi 7 Running Shoes52% off Adidas Men's Campus 00s Shoes32% off On Women's Cloudnova X Shoes40% off Nike Men's Sportswear Club Fleece Hoodie21% off Bogg Bag Original Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. Why trust NBC Select? Catch up on NBC Select's in-depth coverage of tech and tools, wellness and more, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok to stay up to date.
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2 days ago
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The 31+ new products you need to know about (so far) this month: Hoka, Medicube, Shark Beauty and more
This story is part of NBC Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches. We will continuously update this article throughout the month with new releases we think you should know about. Apparel and footwear launches The Brooks Ghost Max are some of our favorite walking shoes, and you can jog in them, too. The latest version is similar to the previous model — it has the same thick layer of plush cushioning and wide footbase. The notable upgrade is a new upper material with a soft feel. Overall, the Ghost Max isn't the lightest shoe at between 9.7 (women's) and 10.8 (men's) ounces, but it's undoubtedly comfortable and supportive — we find it best for casual-pace runs, long walks or anytime you'll be on your feet for hours. The sneakers are available in men's and women's sizes. Standard running shoes won't cut it on the trails, which is why Hoka made the Mafate 5 to withstand unpredictable terrain. The trail running shoe, available for men and women, has plush cushioning, a durable upper, a soft sockliner, reflective details and a grippy rocker-shaped outsole with lugs. Hoka also sells an ankle gaiter separately that you can attach to points on the sneaker's upper, protecting your legs from debris as you run. Spanx and Bala collaborated over a collection of exercise apparel and equipment in limited-edition colors, featuring some of both brands' most popular products. You can shop activewear made from the butter-soft Spanxsmooth OnForm fabric, including a low-impact sports bra, tank tops and exercise dresses with built-in bras, a full zip jacket, a skort and leggings in full-length, cropped and flare styles. Bala put together a matching collection of fitness accessories, which includes its resistance bands, 2-pound Bala Bangle weights, Pilates socks and Wavy Yoga Mat. Everything part of the collection is sold individually. Wacoal created this bra to adapt to women's bodies as they change during hormonal shifts, pregnancy, menopause and weight fluctuations. It's available in S to XXL sizes, and each one fits six cup and band sizes. For example, a large fits 36D, 38C, 36DD, 38D, 34DDD and 36DDD chests. The bra is made from soft, smooth fabric that can stretch as needed. It has flexible underwire, a five-row adjustable hook-and-eye closure and adjustable convertible straps, plus two-ply, full-coverage cups. East-west bags are currently trending, and the Forma Shoulder Bag is Cuyana's take on the style. It's made from smooth Italian leather, and it has a soft yet structured look, a curved shape, a magnetic closure and a fixed-length strap. There's a pocket and key loop inside the bag, which comes in four colors: black, clay, plum and chestnut. Tech launches DJI is best known for its drones, but the brand has been making other action cameras for years. This is its first 360-degree camera — it films all around you, meaning you can pick out your camera angles after you are done shooting. The camera can record video in up to 8K resolution, but most people will probably find the 4K option at up to 120 frames per second more useful for filming action and sports. Power banks with retractable cables are having a moment right now — Sharge is the latest brand to jump on board. This power bank has a built-in 2.3-foot retractable USB-C cable, great for charging most smaller electronics. You can also plug it straight into a wall out with the folding two-prong plug, making it a great all-in-one travel option. If you're looking to improve your video call or livestream setup, this new webcam from Elgato could be a good upgrade. It captures video at 4K resolution at up to 60 frames-per-second, meaning it's much faster and more detailed than any laptop's built-in webcam. It's also the first webcam to support traditional screw-on lens filters, a common accessory with photographers. Skin care launches Double cleansing typically involves two steps: using an oil-based cleanser, then using a water-based cleanser. Merit essentially combined both of those products into one to make Double Cleanse. It washes away grime like makeup and sunscreen, as well as gently exfoliates skin to leave it feeling soft and looking brighter without stripping the moisture barrier. The oil-free formula doesn't sting, so you can use it to remove eye makeup, and it's safe for all skin types, according to the brand. Neutrogena is one of our favorite drugstore skin care brands, and its new fragrance-free serum is centered around preserving your skin's collagen. It's made with 15% pure vitamin C and 2% PHA to gently exfoliate and brighten skin, evening out its tone and texture. The serum, which you can layer under makeup, also uses micro-peptides that can penetrate up to 10 layers deep to protect and preserve your skin's collagen, according to the brand. While this fragrance-free cleanser has a whipped consistency straight out of the bottle, it turns into a creamy lather when you start working it into your skin. It removes makeup and grime, and is formulated with hydrating, antioxidant-rich ingredients like hyaluronic acid, apple extract, vitamin B5, shea butter, sunflower seed oil and coconut acid. The cleanser is safe for all skin types, according to the brand. Medicube's pH-balanced Power Relief Spray is a facial toner mist that soothes and cleanses skin. It's made with hypochlorous acid to calm redness and support the moisture barrier; niacinamide to even skin tone and texture; and allantoin and panthenol to hydrate, according to the brand. You can use the spray any time of day. For example, apply it after cleansing in the morning or evening, when you need a refresh during a long day or after a workout. Give your skin a glowy look with Glossier's buildable liquid highlighter, which is water-, sweat- and humidity-resistant. Tiny pearls inside the highlighter work like mirrors to reflect light, making areas appear more radiant and giving them a soft, natural shimmer. It also has a gel-like serum base that smooths uneven texture while holding the pearls in place. The highlighter is made with hydrating hyaluronic acid, too, and it lasts for up to 12 hours, according to the brand. You can buy it in six shades, all inspired by and made to complement a range of skin tones. Peach & Lily's first-ever ampoule (an extra-concentrated serum with a higher percentage of active ingredients) helps improve the look of collagen loss over time and gives skin a glowy look post-application. The brand worked with chemists in Korea to develop it, formulating the serum with ingredients like rice-derived peptides that boost skin elasticity and resiliency, vegan exosomes and phyto growth factors that smooth wrinkles, fine lines and texture, according to the brand. The ampoule has a rich, creamy texture, and you can use it daily in the AM or PM. This acne spot treatment targets pimples' height, diameter and redness using 10% sulfur, a gentle ingredient that's safe for sensitive skin, according to the brand. It's a powder formula that turns into a cream when you rub it between your fingers, letting you easily pat it onto blemishes. The treatment dries clear, and it's also made with niacinamide, which helps absorb and control oil to reduce shine. You can use this fragrance-free serum all over your face or as a spot treatment for blemishes. It's made with 0.5% salicylic acid to unclog pores and minimize oil without causing stinging, dryness or irritation, as well as niacinamide and panthenol (vitamin B5) to calm inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier, according to the brand. It also soothes redness and improves skin texture. The acne serum is fragrance-free, noncomedogenic and gentle enough for daily use. It's best for acne-prone, oily, combination and sensitive skin types. SkinCeuticals' newest serum helps tighten skin around the neck, jaw line, cheeks and forehead, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and sagging. These issues are typically caused by skin elasticity changes due to collagen decline, which those who take GLP-1 medications are prone to, according to the brand, which developed the serum with them in mind. The serum is made with ingredients that boost collagen production, make skin firmer and are anti-inflammatory, like 30% proxylane, 4.6% wild fruit flavonoids, rhamnose and gentiana lutea root extract. SkinCeuticals says you can use the serum while undergoing professional lifting ultrasound treatments. It's safe for all skin types and tones, too. K-beauty brand Aestura launched its first body care product in the U.S. this month. The Atobarrier 365 Body Lotion uses ceramides to hydrate skin and PHA to exfoliate and improve skin texture, as well as vitamin E, glycerin and panthenol to lock in hydration, according to the brand. The lotion is lightweight and doesn't leave behind a sticky residue, plus it's accepted by the National Eczema Association. This sculpting serum lifts and contours the face when you pair it with a gua sha -like massage technique Dermalogica's skin therapists developed. It's made with bacillus ferment, an exfoliant, to lift and contour, as well as winged kelp to firm and smooth skin texture, rosewood extract and squalane oils to hydrate and a botanical blend. The brand recommends using it daily. Dibs Beauty's mascara has a double-sided brush with a different formula at each end. One side has a tapered elastomer and bristle combo brush paired with a brown conditioning tubing primer to separate, prep and elongate lashes. The other side has a wavy bristle brush paired with a volumizing black mascara that adds depth to and thickens lashes. You can wear the primer alone, or the primer and mascara together — depending on which products you use and how you layer them, you'll get a different look. In addition to getting rid of makeup, sunscreen and grime, this fragrance-free cleanser moisturizes and is safe for those with sensitive skin. It's made with soothing ingredients like ashwagandha and chaga mushroom, as well as snow mushrooms, hyaluronic acid, oat oil lipids, ceramides and vitamins E, B3 and B5, which plump, hydrate to support the skin barrier. The cleanser is also fragrance-free and pH-balanced with a low-foaming, milky texture. Youth to the People also just reformulated its Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream, which is now accepted by the National Eczema Association. Hair care launches The Shark Glam is a mult-styler that combines ceramic and air technology to help you style and dry hair with interchangeable attachments. It has built-in sensors that continuously monitor the tool's temperature so its air never goes above 302 degrees Fahrenheit, which protects hair health and new hair growth. The tool, which can replace a flat iron, curler, round brush and blow dryer, also adds a gloss shine to dry hair. It's safe for all hair types and color-treated hair. The Shark Glam is available in two systems, each with five attachments: one tailored to straight/wavy hair and the other made for coily/curly hair. They both include a round brush, a straightener and a 1.25-inch auto-wrap curler. The straight/wavy system also comes with a frizzfighter attachment and a concentrator, and the coily/curly system also comes with a diffuser and wide-tooth comb. Hair stylist Chris McMillan debuted his hair care brand this month, which includes seven styling products. Each one is made with a group of active ingredients that protect hair from heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, strengthen it and add shine, according to the brand. You can shop products like The Glassy Smooth Blowdry Spray, The Major Hairspray, The Dry Texture Spray, The Styling Balm, The Gel and The Mousse, plus The Wand, a touch-up brush. You can shop the line online now, and it will be in Sephora stores nationwide on Aug. 18. Straighten, curl and create waves in your hair with the T3 Curling Straightener. It has slim, extra-long plates that flex to curl and glide to straighten, and they're externally and internally heated to touch hair from all sides. The Curling Straightener also has nine custom heat settings, a lightweight design and an ion generator that minimizes static, adds shine and locks in styles. It heats up quickly, maintains a consistent temperature and smooths strands, too. You can store and travel with the Curling Straightener in the included lipstick case, and adjust its settings using the digital display. Over time, using this daily leave-in serum can help hair look denser, fuller and healthier, according to the brand. It's made with 70% rosemary water, oil and extract, as well as 5% Capixyl, an anti-thinning agent, plant proteins and ceramides. You can apply the serum to damp or dry hair, and use it on your whole head or in problem areas. It's clear, dries quickly, doesn't leave behind a residue and smells like pure rosemary — the brand didn't add additional fragrance. This hair mask helps reduce frizz, repair hair, strengthen strands and seal split ends using ingredients like squalane and bisabolol, according to the brand. It's also non-irritating and noncomedogenic, so it won't clog the pores on your scalp or around your face. You can buy the treatment in a scented or fragrance-free version, the latter of which is best for those with sensitive, acne-prone and eczema-prone skin. Those with colored and/or keratin-treated hair can use the mask, too. Home launches Blueair's Petair device is part pet bed, part air purifier. It has a pre-, HEPA and active carbon filter to trap fur, dander and odors, as well as a compartment that collects hair and a pet lock button so your furry friends can't accidentally change the settings. There's also a built-in pet bed on top, and you can choose from three soft bedding options (the pad is removable for easy cleaning). Petair senses when your dog or cat is using the bed and lowers its fan speed to operate silently. It's best for rooms up to 271 square feet and ideal for pets under 25 pounds, according to the brand. You can control Petair from your phone via a companion app or using buttons on the device. This extra-slim single-serve coffee maker is only 4 inches wide, making it ideal for kitchens with limited counterspace, offices and dorm rooms. Its removable reservoir holds enough water to make one 12-ounce cup of coffee at a time, and it fits cups up to 7.25 inches tall under its spout, making it compatible with most travel mugs. The brewer has a sleek, streamlined look, so it's not an eyesore in your home. Mustard Made's The Storyboard is part decor, part magnetic bulletin board. You can hang it vertically or horizontally, and use it to display calendars, mementos, flyers, important reminders and inspiration pictures anywhere in your home, office or a dorm room. It's made from powder-coated steel and comes in numerous colors. The Storyboard, which measures 33.5 by 20.9 by 2.0 inches, does not come with screws, wall fixings or magnets, but the brand recently started selling magnets you can add to your order. Kitchen launches You can now buy Graza's Sizzle and Drizzle olive oils in glass bottles with built-in pop-up spouts, which are easy to pour from like the brand's signature squeezy bottles, but don't involve any plastic. The glass bottles are coated in UV-blocking paint to preserve the oil's freshness. You can remove their spouts once they're empty to throw them in the recycling bin or refill them. Sizzle and Drizzle in glass bottles are sold separately, plus as a two-pack. This sleek, compact machine lets you make espresso, drip, lungo and Americano coffee, and you can customize the strength, temperature and size of every beverage you make. You add whole beans to the built-in grinder instead of using pods, and there's a self-cleaning system, front-loading waste bin and drip tray to keep everything tidy. You can adjust the appliance's settings using the stainless steel dial. Travel and outdoors launches The Carry-On is a new take on Hulken's Rolling Tote that's specifically designed for travel. It's essentially a wheeled duffel that opens on the top rather than the side, which makes it easier for you to put items in and take them Carry-On is lightweight, folds flat and has 360-degree spinner wheels. Its spacious interior has two internal pockets (one zippered and one open), and there are also two external pockets with velcro closures, which you can tuck the bag's handles into if needed. The Carry-On, whose exterior is made from a durable, water-resistant material, fits in most major airlines' overhead bins and it comes in a dust bag for storage (or a place to put laundry). Hulken also came out with a five-piece set of nestable packing cubes. They each have clear tops and grab handles, and come in four sizes to hold clothes, toiletries and other essentials. Lifestraw is best known for its portable water filters and water filter bottles. The Lifestraw Escape is a little different: it's a larger, high-flow portable water purifier made for emergency preparedness, off-grid living and camping, according to the brand. The 20-liter system has a larger Lifestraw filter built into the spout, and it's pressurized with a simple hand pump — you don't need a battery or to do any awkward tilting to get water flowing. Why trust NBC Select? To round up the best new launches each month, reporters Zoe Malin and Harry Rabinowitz choose products they think NBC Select readers should know about. They include products from brands NBC Select has previously covered, or brands staffers recommend. Malin and Rabinowitz also regularly try new product launches to share their first-hand experiences.
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06-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Brooks Running Clocks Another Year of Record-Breaking Revenue
2024 Marked by Strong Global Growth for the Leading Performance Run Brand SEATTLE, February 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brooks Running finished 2024 with record global revenue, up 9% year over year, fueled by growth in every region and channel. This outcome marked eight consecutive years of growth for the leading run brand, which delivered a 13% compound annual growth rate over that horizon. Global expansion efforts drove strong 2024 results in EMEA, where Brooks grew two and three times the pace of the performance running market growth rates in France and Germany, respectively.1 In APLA, Brooks grew 228% year over year in China, the second largest running market in the world. For the third consecutive year, Brooks maintained its position as the No. 1 adult performance running footwear brand in U.S. national retail.2 The brand also led the U.S. specialty retail channel throughout Q4, the most discerning channel in performance run, with a 19% year-over-year increase. Participation continues to rise around the world; in 2024, running event participants increased 8% in the U.S.,3 and on the global app Strava, running is considered the fastest-growing social sport.4 "The sun is shining on the performance running category, and we continue to welcome new people into the sport and our brand," said Dan Sheridan, Brooks CEO. "The Brooks team has never been better at crafting best-in-class running gear and experiences and then connecting with runners and active people in their health and wellness journeys." Core innovation and product introductions fuel growth All of Brooks' core footwear franchises introduced new versions in 2024 for the first time since 2021, driving active (full-price) sales up 12% as consumers reacted favorably to the robust pipeline of fresh product. The Ghost and Adrenaline GTS led sales for the brand and together commanded more than 10% market share in U.S. retail for performance running footwear sold in the year. Ghost Max global revenue increased 203% in the new style's first full year, helping to drive growth and add dimension to the popular Ghost franchise. In September, Brooks launched the all-new Glycerin Max with strong adoption from the market globally. On its launch day in China, it was the No. 1 shoe sold on Tmall, China's largest online retailer. In the U.S. specialty channel, the $200 shoe gained a full point of market share during launch week due to strong adoption by the channel and runners. Brooks' Hyperion speed franchise also performed well in all regions with strong adoption amongst competitive runners. In China specifically, where elite runners are highly influential to the broader market, Brooks' speed styles grew 41% year over year driven by the Hyperion Elite up 37% and Hyperion Max more than doubling, up 103%. Brooks brand engages new audiences around the world IRL and digitally In 2024, Brooks launched global brand platform "Let's Run There," building on its purpose to inspire people to run their path. The platform evolution reflects consumers' shifting relationships with running and celebrates a multi-dimensional view of health and wellness. In Q4, Brooks' "Let's Run There" video and partnership featuring actor Jeremy Renner won two Gold and two Silver Clio Awards, highly coveted recognition within the advertising space. The campaign also earned recognition in Fast Company's "2024 Brands That Matter Awards" honoring brands that most effectively and authentically connect with their target consumers. Fresh partnerships also landed the Brooks brand in front of new audiences in 2024. Brooks launched a collaboration with Extra Butter, the go-to streetwear destination in New York City's Lower East Side, featuring exclusive designs of the Brooks Cascadia 18 sneakers, and in Seattle where the brand is headquartered, Brooks became the Official Off-Ice Performance Partner of the National Hockey League's Seattle Kraken. In Q4, runDisney announced a multi-year sponsorship naming Brooks the official running shoe of its popular race series. In the digital space, Brooks Run Club, the brand's loyalty program, surpassed 1 million members in North America in 2024 and in Q4 extended to the EMEA region with a launch in the U.K. Brooks plans to expand the program to other countries in 2025, starting in Q1. On Strava, Brooks Running Clubs in the U.S. and Europe grew 165% and 346%, respectively, year over year ending August.5 Brooks invests in the sport, supporting elite athletes and the broader run community Brooks' commitment to the sport fueled major victories for both the brand and its team of athletes in 2024. In August, Brooks Beast Josh Kerr earned an Olympic silver medal in the men's 1500m followed by a win at the 5th Avenue Mile in New York City, breaking a 43-year-old course record. Brooks athlete Michael Roeger also earned silver in Paris this summer in the men's 1500m in the T46 category. In April, Brooks Beasts Brannon Kidder, Brandon Miller, Isaiah Harris, and Henry Wynne set a new world record in the distance medley relay at the Oregon Relays in Eugene. In 2024, Brooks invested more than $6 million in community impact programs supporting more than 800,000 runners globally. These efforts included $4 million in gear and funds to community partners like the global community running organization parkrun, as well as $2 million to young runners in the U.S. through Brooks' Future Run program, which aims to expand youth access to the sport. About Brooks Running Brooks Running creates market-leading performance running footwear, apparel, sports bras, and accessories distributed worldwide. Brooks exists to inspire everyone to run and be active, through innovative gear, tools, and experiences designed to take you to the place that makes you feel more alive. Since 1914, Brooks has been propelled by a never-ending curiosity with how humans move, pushing the limits of motion science, engineering, and technology to create gear that unlocks the power of energy and movement for everyone. Brooks is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Visit for more information or follow @brooksrunning. ___________________________1Source: Circana, Retail Tracking Service, France, Germany, Adult Running Footwear, Value Sales, January – December 20242Source: Circana, Retail Tracking Service, U.S., Adult Running Footwear, Dollar Sales Adjusted, January 2022 – December 20243Source: 2024 RunSignUp Year in Review4Source: Strava's Year In Sport: Trend Report – 20255Source: Strava View source version on Contacts Christine CarterCorporate PR Sign in to access your portfolio
