Stryd has announced the next generation of its foot pod. It comes with a number of different improvements.
According to the company’s website, these include:
- 5x better responsiveness for more accurate pacing;
- the ability to track lower-body stress, which helps you optimize recovery. shock loading rate quantifies how quickly your body absorbs force when your foot hits the ground;
- new running profiles;
- Sprint accuracy to track speed work improvements.
The design of the pod has been upgraded to use “new advanced materials” (aerospace-grade aluminum, advanced fiber materials, and double-sided silicone), which are more robust. The clip has been improved to hold the pod in place more firmly. In addition, the sensors have been upgraded to the next generation and the algorithm has been improved.
We’ve included the live stream video of the launch event below this article. If you have a free hour, stop by. It seems most of the improvements are a direct result of the faster sensors.
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Stryd says they will release comparisons detailing the responsiveness of the next-gen sensor. Keep an eye on her blog for the next few days/weeks.
The new device will set you back $250 on the Stryd website. Those with an older version of the tracker are eligible for a 20% discount, which equates to a price of $200. This only applies to the full price product and not the $150 Stryd + 6 months ($210 total). But you can purchase the Stryd and Membership package even if your current membership has not yet expired. You will receive a credit for unused membership time.
Of course, if you have an older generation of the device, you can still use it. It will not suddenly stop working. However, new features and firmware updates may not be available to you.
This is one of several different products that can track mileage
We reviewed the gadget back in 2018 and walked away impressed. That was at a time when the gizmo was one of the few that had the ability to track mileage. Now Garmin watches, the Apple Watch and some other brands have similar features.
The thing takes into account terrain, shape and fatigue to tell you how hard you can move. Just set a performance goal and run to see the results. This kind of information will help you fine-tune your pace to get strong without hitting the wall.
A subsequent generation of the shoe clip came onto the market in 2019. He improved his calculations with wind conditions and told you how hard it is to run in headwinds, downwinds and drafts. Other additions included temperature and humidity sensors and a magnetometer.
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