These November 2016 sports innovations range from surfer ear protectors to audio fitness apps like Skyfit, a physical activity app that lets users create on-demand playlists while simultaneously customizing a workout plan that fits their lifestyle with the help of a virtual trainer.
When looking at the month's most notable athletic gear releases, standouts include retro sneaker reboots that target avid shoe collectors along with ergonomic waterproof shoes that are designed to withstand rough weather conditions and rigorous training sessions.
Additional November 2016 sports trends drawing the attention of active consumers include workout bus shelters like Lucozade's brand activation that coincided with its 'Made to Move' campaign and athletic meetup apps that help foster connections between like-minded, health-conscious individuals.
Top 75 Sports Trends in November
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Ergonomic Waterproof Shoes
The Nike LunarEpic Flyknit Shield Sport Shoe Protects from the Elements
74
Hydrodynamic Scuba Equipment
The 'Pearl Diver' Scuba Regulator Streamlines Underwater Movement
73
Winter Sport Wings
The 'Wingjump' Aids Ski Jumping by Providing Skiers with Wings
72
Upper Body Workout Aids
ToneX Turns Even Low-Intensity Activities Into Upper Body Workouts
71
Understated Athletic Branding
This 'adidas Athletics' Packaging Aims to Eliminate Distractions
70
Flexible Protective Sportswear
BLINDSAVE Easily Adjusts to Its Wearer's Body for Optimum Comfort
69
Social Exercise Apps
The 'Strava' Run App Offers Access to Clubs to Connect Solo Athletes
68
Abstract Running Apparel
The Nike x Rostarr Collection Features Trailblazing Design Cues
67
Glowing Soccer Shoes
Nike's Floodlights Glow Pack Shoes Stand Out In Dim Conditions
66
Active Sports Hijabs
The Asiya Headband Helps Muslim Girls Participate in Sports
65
Luminous Workout Suits
This Set of Under Armour Activewear Boasts Glow-in-the-Dark Properties
64
Soccer Training Sensors
The Zepp Play Soccer Wearable Helps Footballers Improve Their Game
63
Exclusive Retro Sneaker Reboots
The New Air Jordan 11 Retro Utilizes Premium Suede for Its Upper
62
Performance Winter Helmets
These Oakley Helmets Can Be Comfortably Worn with Any Oakley Goggle
61
Female-Focused Running Shoes
The Nike Beautiful X Powerful Collection Celebrates Woman Marathoners
60
Workout-Intensifying Weight Grips
The Grenade Grips Arm Rippers Activate More Muscle Groups
59
Conceptual Feminine Soccer Shoes
The Adidas Turf Soccer Cleats Morph Between Different Styles
58
Wintry Running Apparel
Lululemon's 'Run for Cold' Collection is Insulated, Yet Breathable
57
Seasonal Basketball Shoes
These Summer Sneakers Feature Bright Hues and a Lightweight Structure
56
Skateboard Park Rec Rooms
Inhouse Brand's Home Design Includes a Skate Bowl for the Resident Teen
55
Ergonomic Runner Smartwatch Straps
The 'SHIFT' Performance Band Keeps Smartwatches within Sight
54
Flexible Clip-On Horseshoe Designs
The Megasus Horserunners Require No Nails and Have No Iron
53
Pain-Relieving Activewear
Python Performance's Contour Compression Collection has Built-In KT Tape
52
Avalanche Rescue Packs
The Arc'teryx Voltair Inflates to Keep Hikers Safe in Avalanches
51
Customized Nutrition Apps
STYR Uses Wearables to Collect Data for Nutritional Recommendations
50
Canadiana Yoga Mats
Lululemon's Limited-Edition Reversible Yoga Mats Celebrate Canadian Scenes
49
Audio Fitness Apps
Skyfit Offers On-Demand Playlists and Trainer Guidance
48
Lunar Serenity Exercise Mats
The Yoga Zeal Moon Phases Yoga Mat Reminds Users to Stay Focused
47
Outdoor Walkie-Talkie Watches
StarVox is a Smartwatch That Features a Walkie Talkie Function
46
Culturally Specific Sportswear
This Active Wear Was Designed for Women Who Dress Modestly
45
3D-Printed Skateboards
SD3D Created a Fully Functional Skateboard with Additive Manufacturing
44
Metallic Basketball Sandals
These Air Jordan Sandals are Colored a Lavish Bronze & Branded Boldly
43
Patriotic Holiday Sportswear
The Reebok Hall of Fame Collection Features American Flag Graphics
42
Connected Sports Stadium Lighting
The Philips 'ArenaExperience' LED Illumination System is Dynamic
41
Glow-in-the-Dark Running Gear
Lululemon's New Collection Keeps Runners Safe at Night
40
Bulletproof Glass Skateboards
Braille Skateboarding Received an Indestructible Deck Design
39
Collaborative Activewear Apparel
This J Crew and New Balance Collection Expands Beyond Footwear
38
Media-Inspired Soccer Jerseys
Graphic UNTD's Jersey Designs Imagine YouTube and Snapchat as Teams
37
Baseball-Inspired Taco Promotions
Taco Bell is Celebrating the 2016 World Series with Free Tacos
36
Crimson Suede Basketball Sneakers
Nike Updated Its Soldier 10 Model with a Black and Red Colorway
35
Social Sports Betting Apps
The EveryFan App Allows For Connective Sports Betting Activities
34
Beer-Themed Football Sweepstakes
This Dos Equis Promotion Helps College Football Fans Celebrate
33
VR Basketball Game Streams
NextVR and the NBA Have Partnered to Offer Live VR Streams of Games
32
Adventurer Photography Backpacks
The Miggo Agua Stormproof Sport Backpack 85 Keeps Gear Secure
31
Emergency Helmet Bags
The 'LifeSaber' Protective Headgear Bag Turns into a Helmet When Needed
30
Hybrid Floating Aquatic Boards
The Wave Chaser Merges the Paddle Board with the Catamaran
29
Outdoor Squash Courts
TPoint's New Design Brings the Indoor Game into the Open Air
28
Luxe Baseball Gloves
KILLSPENCER Added to Its Selection of Sports Gear with a US Classic
27
Augmented Reality Hockey Cards
Tim Hortons is Enhancing the Enjoyment of Trading Cards
26
Water-Repelling Sunglasses
These Sunglasses Were Designed by District Vision for Runners
25
Baseball-Themed Meatball Packaging
Vladimir Luzin's Packaging Design References Baseball Slang
24
Surfer Ear Protectors
The 'SurfEars' Ear Plugs Prevent Problems without Restricting Hearing
23
Runner-Focused Sport Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Nike+Comes With Customizable Watch Faces
22
Outdoor Adventurer Mats
The 'ADVENTURE MAT' is an Outdoor Mat That Provides a Clean Spot to Change
21
Fisherman-Celebrating Football Apparel
This University of Oregon Football Pays Homage to the Past
20
Injury-Preventing Pitching Wearables
The Ziel M2 Sleeve Prevents Injuries in Baseball
19
Pickup Athletics Apps
Bvddy Makes it Easy to Organize Impromptu Sports and Athletics
18
Team-Specific Basketball Apps
This App Lets Dallas Mavericks Fans Engage With the Franchise
17
Sporty Pizza Brand Ambassadors
Pizza Hut is Looking for a Brand Ambassador to Tour US Colleges
16
Workout Bus Shelters
Lucozade Turned a Bus Stop Shelter into an Active 'Wait Training' Station
15
Predictive Football Apps
The WinView Games App Lets You Win Cash Prizes For Sporting Predictions
14
Baseball Team-Inspired Sneakers
These Turquoise Air Jordans Were Made to Honor the Florida Marlins
13
Athletic Meetup Apps
The ATLETO App Helps You Find People to Work Out and Play Sports With
12
Luxury Fashion Skateboards
Braille Skateboarding Featured a Deck with a Louis Vuitton Design
11
VR Everest Summits
'Capturing Everest' Shows an Everest Climb in Virtual Reality
10
Rhythmic Ping Pong Games
'Ping Pong FM' Players Need to Cooperate to Hit the Ball to the Beat
9
EDM Team Anthems
Deadmau5 Produced the New Toronto Maple Leafs Anthem
8
Basketball Team Emojis
Twitter is Releasing a Special Set of NBA Team Emojis Pair with Hashtags
7
Helmet-Mounted Sports Sensors
The Phipal Tracks Both Performance and Safety Parameters
6
Inspirational Underdog Ads
Nike's 'Come Out of Nowhere' Campaign Celebrates All the Underdogs
5
Digital Baseball Coaches
The Rapsodo System Helps Enhance Baseball Training Endeavors
4
Mobile-Friendly Basketball Streams
Mobile View for NBA League Pass Tailors Games to Phone Screens
3
Queue-Avoiding Stadium Systems
WaitTime Uses AI to Help Stadium-Goers Get Concessions Smartly
2
Inspiring Athlete Campaigns
This Paul Podba Adidas Ad Highlights the Star's Journey to Success
1
Consolidated Sailing Rulebook Apps
This App Lists the Rules Of Sailing and Relevant Examples
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Performance Swimwear Brands
Surface Athletic Launches Canada’s Boldest New Swimwear Brand
AI Fitness Trackers
Garmin Vivoactive 6 Adds AI Coaching And Onboard GPS
Mind-Activating Performance Sneakers
Nike Mind 001 And 002 Stimulate Feet To Sharpen Focus
Elevated Athletic Collections
Reebok Launches Multi-Sport Performance Apparel Lines
Tech Futuristic Eyewear Collections
Oakley Presents its Culture Refined Collection
Performance Running Capsules
Song for the Mute x adidas Running SS26 Introduces The First Breath
Lunar Year Tech Gear
The Year of the Horse Collection Includes Special Edition Themed Accessories
Open-Ear Sports Headphone
Suunto Launched Its Spark Air-Conduction Headphones for Active Users
Screen-Free Fitness Devices
Luna Band Provides Real-Time AI Health Guidance at CES 2026
High-Energy Workout Earbuds
The Anker Soundcore Sport X20 Headphones Have SweatGuard Technology
Brain Tracking Headphones
Neurable’s 'MW75 Neuro LT' Headphones Combine Wellness with Audio Tech
Productivity-Focused AI Earbuds
viaim Introduces a New Category of Wearable Technology at IFA 2025
Fitness-Tracking Colorful Smartwatches
Garmin Introduces the New Forerunner 570 Smartwatch
Walking Performance Sneakers
Clarks Pace Rise Has Infinity Energy Capsules
Dynamic Running-Focused Retail Concepts
Nordstrom Debuts Nike Running @ the Corner
Athlete-Starring Footwear Campaigns
DICK’S Sporting Goods Unveiled its 'Speed Shopping' Campaign
Apparel-Branded Smart Eyewear
Innovative Eyewear Partnered with Reebok on Pair of Smart Glasses
Tennis Tournament Capsule Collections
The Lululemon Indian Wells Apparel Range is Athlete-Approved
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Lace-Free Active Recovery Sneakers
The HOKA Skyward Helps to Combat Foot Fatigue
Athlete-Developed Performance Golf Capsules
Oakley Taps JR Smith to Promote Its Fusion Collection
Stylish Athlete-Informed Kits
lululemon Debuted the Canadian Athlete Kit for Milano Cortina 2026
Elevated Classic Sneaker Silhouettes
Reebok Upgrades Three Classic, Fan-Favorite Footwear Styles
Tech Fashion Sport Campaigns
Athletic Intelligence is Here Debuts with Oakley Meta at Super Bowl
Functional Everyday Footwear
Under Armour Spotlights a Selection of Versatile Shoes
Wellness Athletic Campaigns
On Running's 'Soft Wins' Campaign Emphasizes Mental Performance
Sleep-Enhancing Earbud Apps
Calm x Ozlo Released 'Sleepbuds' with Calm Sleep Subscription
Consistency-Focused Fitness Programs
The Refreshed Apple Fitness+ Programs are Arriving for 2026
Health-Driven Access Tools
Fitlock Links Digital Access To Daily Health And Fitness Goals
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Football Culture-Inspired Athletic Collaborations
Palace and Nike Collaborate on the P90 Line
Advanced 70s-Inspired Sneakers
Lacoste Elite Active Sneakers are Made with a Blend of Textiles
Fitness-Focused Over-Ear Headphones
Skullcandy Has Introduced the Crusher 540 Active Model
Heart Rate-Tracking Earbuds
Apple AirPods Pro 3 Introduce Live Translation and More
Sleep Cycle Trackers
Ultrahuman Launches the 'Respiratory Health PowerPlug'
Sport-Friendly Smart Sunglasses
The Reebok Octane Smart Sunglasses are Powered by Lucyd
AI-Powered Sports Headbands
The Nuromova N1 Offers Ample Insight into Performance
Co-Branded Marathon Series
Garmin Partners with Performance Drands for Its Marathon Series
Running-Inspired Global Campaigns
Saucony Debuted Its Run as One Campaign on March 4th
Audio Tech Brand-Supported Teams
USA Cycling Recently Partnered with Shokz for Three Years
AI-Driven Golf Wearables
Arccos Air Tracks a Player's Golf Game to Deliver Personalized Insights
Upgraded Magsafe-Enabled Water Bottles
Ringo Debuts Ringo Pro to Serve Athletes & Content Creators
Challenge-Based Fitness Rewards Platforms
Receipts Debuts the Collective Movement Series
Athlete-Backed Basketball Collections
Wilson Continues Its Collaboration with Caitlin Clark
Athlete-Inspired Football Collections
Nike and Sam Kerr Launch a Signature Product Line
Parachute-Inspired Performance Apparel Capsules
Oakley Has Introduced the Latitude SS26 Collection
Co-Branded Performance Earbuds
Beats and Nike Released the Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Edition
Contemporary Sports Brands
Staud Sport Aims to Elevate Everyday Athleisure
AI Note-Taking Earbuds
TicNote Pods Feature Built-In 4G Connectivity & Advanced AI
Innovative Lightweight Activewear Brands
Elite Eleven Debuts the Performance-Driven & Stylish LUNA
Phone Case Collaborations
TORRAS Dropped Its Portugal National Team Ostand Phone Case
Muted Sportswear Collections
Song for the Mute & adidas Originals 006 Reveals Retro-Inspired Gear
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Style-Minded Workout Equipment
The Nike Strength VOLT Collection Support Training Performance
Resilient Collaboration Fashion Capsules
Converse and Daily Paper Launch Rise Through the Ropes
Co-Branded Athleisure Capsules
Umbro is Working with atmos on a Turf Collection
Dating App Running Clubs
The Tinder Solemates Challenge Sparks Connections in the Strava Community
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Personal Wellness Smart Wearables
The Nova Smart Ring Gen 2 is Available on Kickstarter
Mobile-First Athlete Training Platforms
Ember Sports' Tech Trains Baseball & Softball Players
Efficient Fitness Booking Platforms
SPORTL's Pay-as-You-Train Fitness Booking Platform Launches
Fitness Earphones Campaigns
'Listen to Your Heart' Unites Sports Icons for Powerful Campaign
Streetwear Skate Remixes
The New Future Campaign Revives the Old Skool with Athlete-Driven Designs
Cooling Gel Headphones
The Wireless, Noise-Canceling BlueAnt Pump X Headphones Enhance Workouts
Regular Exercise-Encouraging Brand Initiatives
Red Bull Debuts Zero Missed Workouts Via Strava
Consolidated Sports Innovation Engines
Nike is Focusing Its Innovation Efforts Across Its Brands
80s-Inspired Bag Campaigns
BÉIS-ERCISE Spotlights a Bright New Color in BÉIS' Sport Collection
Sleek Modern Device Essentials
Native Union Introduces Updated Tech Accessories
Slick High-Performance Technical Apparel
Outdoor Research Calls Attention to Its Fall 2026 Capsule
Outdoor Lifestyle-Focused Gear Capsules
REI Co-Op Unveils Its Spring 2026 Line of Gear and Apparel
Sport-Infused Shoe Capsules
June Ambrose x Naturalizer Fuses Fashion Aesthetics & Athletic Codes
Intense Gym Training Sneakers
The On Cloudpulse Pro Supports Powerful Movement and More
Sports-Focused Smart Classes
Innovative Eyewear Debuts the Reebok Powered by Lucyd Smart Eyewear
Open-Ear Sports Headphones
JBL Endurance Zone Headphones Offer a Secure Fit
Elite-Level Running Apps
Sir Mo Farah Has Debuted a New Performance Coaching App — URUNN
Integrated Trail Navigation Apps
Trailforks Has Introduced a New Apple Watch Application
Personalized Workout Features
Strava Instant Workouts Recommends Based on Previous Activity
Collaborative Futuristic Footwear
Nike's Collaborative Hyperboot Features a Raised Design
Noise-Control Earplug Expansions
Loop Earplugs x Target Partner to Make Earplugs More Accessible
Earthy Athleisure Clothing Collections
The Red Run ACTIVE Collection Focuses on Two Colors
Ultra-Slick Running Capsules
Bandit Running Has Unveiled Its Spring 2026 Collection
Modern Recovery Slides
Nike Debuts the Mind 001 in Light Smoke Grey as Its New Recovery Slide
Minimal Court Collections
The adidas Fear of God Athletics FW25 Line Merges Sport & Simplicity
Performance-Driven Winter Sport Lines
Oakley's Team Collection is Sleek, Comfy, and Functional
Audio Brand-Sponsored Marathons
Shokz is the Headphone Partner for the New York City Marathon
Runner Loyalty Perks
Brooks Launches Member Benefits with Extended Wear Trial
Adaptive Outdoor Capsules
The Oakley Latitude SS26 Blends Parachute Tech with Urban Wear
Adaptive Apparel Line
Oakley Introduces Latitude FW25 as the Next Step in Morphware
Athleisure Line Launches
Fashion Nova’s “Performance in the City” Athleisure Collection
Colorful Minimalist Phone Cases
TORRAS Launched Two Refreshing Collections for its Ostand Cases
Sportstyle Apparel Capsule
Mizuno Sportstyle Announces Its Inaugural SS26 Apparel Line
Unified Fitness Trackers
Step Union Lets Users Track and Compare Steps Across Devices
AI Smart Sports Glasses
Simon Lin Designs the New AI Sports Glasses for BleeqUp
Unique Leather Accessory Designs
Louis Vuitton Debuts the 'Monogram Sports Collection'
Lightweight Sporty Earphone Designs
Mibro's New Sports Earphones are Called OpenEar Pro
Ultra-Premium Audio Headphones
Apple AirPods Max Headphones Now Offer Lossless Audio Support
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Intelligent Athletic Eyewear Styles
The Oakley Meta Vanguard Records Videos in 3K Resolution
Athletic Over-Ear Headphones
The Huawei FreeArc Headphones Offer True Wireless Stereo
Outdoor Performance Footwear Capsules
Merrell 1TRL AW25 Blends Trail Function with Seasonal Style
Earbud-Inspired Backpack Designs
The Airpack Backpack Mimics Airpods Case but Stores Much More
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Football-Centric Hero Campaigns
Under Armour's 'We Are Football' Campaign Has a Star-Studded Cast
AI-Powered Workout Apps
This Strava App Update Rolls Out AI Capabilities and Cheater Detection
Home Decor-Functional Workout Gear
Kenko Presents a Range of Workout Gear in a Sleek Design
Lifestyle Headphone Debuts
The 'Shokz OpenDots ONE' Headphones Arrive in Canada
Alpine Basecamp Trains
The All Conditions Express Relaunches Nike's All Conditions Gear
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Athlete Arrival Fashion Activations
ATP Introduces Athlete Arrivals to Spotlight Players Style
Fitness Instructor-Inspired Sports Capsules
PUMA and Alex Toussaint Dropped 'Effortlessly Cool'
Trail Running Capsules
Mental Athletic × Salomon Launch Driftform Collection of Performance Design
Fitness Training Apps
QuickFit Delivers No-Equipment Home Workouts For All Fitness Levels
Colorful Spring-Inspired Running Socks
Feetures Unveiled its 2025 'Spring Collection'
Comfort-Forward Golf Shoes
Reebok Spotlights the 'Question Golf Shoes' and ' Nano Golf Shoes'
Wearable Fitness Trackers
AirJump Tracks Jump Performance Using AirPods and Beats Sensors
Oversized Earbud Backpacks
Bravest Studios Scales Airpods Design into a Wearable AIRPACK Backpack
Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories
Topologie Introduces its Latest Capsule for the SS25 Season
Women-Focused Sports Stores
The Women’s Sports Store Can Be Accessed Digitally in the UK
Athlete-Focused Specialized E-Commerce Platforms
PlayBetter Recently Debuted TrackBetter.com
Trailblazing Sports Podcasts
PUMA's Go Wild Podcast Deepens Community Connection
Basketball Shoe Matchers
Fresh Athletes Helps You Find the Best Basketball Shoes for Your Style
Competitive Surf Technology
SurfBuddy Delivers Live Scores And Heat Data To Watch And iPhone
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Holistic Lifestyle Trackers
Self Sport Tracks Your Life With Self Mind AI Integration
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Fashion-Forward Audio Design
The Luna Audio Concept Turns the Bluetooth Radio into Handbag Style
Enhanced Social Running Apps
Strava Acquired Runna, Which Will Result in Enhanced Functionality
Weatherized Collaborative Collections
The North Face and UNDERCOVER Drop the SOUKUU Collaboration
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Sleep-Focused Athletic Partnerships
Ozlo Partnered with Canada Snowboard
Gamified Walking Apps
Lawa Gets Players Moving by Turning Real-World Steps into In-Game Power
Fitness Storytelling Apps
Fitness Wrapped Transforms Apple Fitness Data Into a Shareable Story
Gamified Fitness Platforms
uRace Motivates Athletes With Gamified Challenges & Global Competition
Rugged Sports Lifestyle-Inspired Capsules
Carhartt Partners with '47 a Collection for Sports Fans
Athlete-Curated Outdoor Winter Collections
Outdoor Research Partners with Zoe Atkin
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Green-Tonal Tennis Capsules
ALDO Sport Club Embodies Today's Sporty Tennis Aesthetic
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Adventure-Based Fitness Tools
Mount Fitness Turns Workouts Into Iconic Mountain Adventures
Immersive Fitness Apps
Gym Spatial Brings Immersive Environments To Apple Vision Pro Workouts