These October 2016 sports trends range from football team hashtag emojis to collaborative tennis apparel lines that fuse uniformed and streetwear inspirations. When looking at sports fandom, innovations like streamlined game broadcasts are making the act of watching sports at home a more immersive and customizable experience for all.
Similarly, team-specific sports apps like Big Ten Network's college football platform offer comprehensive coverage and live updates that cater to a young demographic of fans. When looking at the month's other notable sport innovations, standouts include sparkling, illuminated and multifunctional soccer and basketball jerseys as well as workout staples that are designed with aesthetics, comfort and most importantly durability in mind.
Additional October 2016 sports trends include a myriad of groundbreaking footwear styles like Shimano's 'S-PHYRE' cycling shoes that offer support while boosting a wearer's performance levels.
Top 75 Sports Trends in October
From Football Team Hashtag Emojis to Collaborative Tennis Apparel:
Jana Pijak — Oct 30, 2016 — Lifestyle
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Graffiti-Inspired Active Apparel
This Collection of Clothing for Yoga Celebrates Street Art
74
Running Shoe Bicycle Tires
This Attention-Grabbing Shoe Bike Has Footwear-Featuring Wheels
73
Online Gaming Workout Bikes
Zwift Provides a Cycling Workout with a Video Game Twist
72
Family-Friendly Scooters
The Space Scooter is a New Way for Families to Get Active
71
Packable Sportswear Concepts
Kim Jones Joined with Nike Again to Expand on Its Travel-Ready Line
70
Vision-Enhancing Scuba Equipment
The AAK 180 Dive Mask Provides Unobstructed Underwater Views
69
Multi-Functional Sports Clothing
This Activewear Conveniences the Lives of Those Using It
68
Reflective Workout Gear
This Apparel Ensures That Women are Safe When Exercising at Night
67
Speed-Inspired Sportswear
Merrill+Forbes' New Line Blends Modern Style with Supreme Functionality
66
Upscale Hotel Climbing Walls
The Ace Hotel has Installed a Graphic Climbing Wall called Ascension
65
Veneer-Treated Surfboards
The Hermanns Surfboards are Crafted from Lightweight Paulownia Wood
64
Televised Drone Races
The UK's Sky Sports Mix Channel Will Air Races from the Drone Racing League
63
Roll-Up Water Bag Bottles
The Solar Waterbag Rolls and Unrolls to Enable Water Warming in the Sun
62
Stylish Winter Sport Boots
The Burton x Danner Snowboard Boots Blend Fashion with Utility
61
Connected Social Treadmills
The Nautilus 618 Uses RunSocial to Connect Exercisers with Friends
60
Total Body Exercise Tools
The 'Tension Toner' Resistance Training Tool Tones Muscles in Less Time
59
Virtual Running Tracks
This Nike Track Allows Users to Compete with Their Past Selves
58
Surfboard-Protecting Luggage
The 'MIGRA' Surfboard Bag Provides Protection and Functionality
57
Breathable Bicycle Raincoats
The Cyclist Raincoat is Exceptionally Designed for Movement
56
Aerodynamic Paralympic Trikes
This Racing Trike Features a Lightweight Titanium Frame
55
Power-Maximizing Cycling Footwear
The S-PHYRE Cycling Shoes Reduce Aerodynamic Drag
54
Endurance-Increasing Wearables
The Quantlet Enables Athletes to Increase their Exercise Capacity
53
Athlete-Specific Sneakers
These Customized Sneakers Were Designed for Trayvon Bromell
52
Sparkling Soccer Apparel
This New PSG Jersey is Designed to Shine Under Stadium Floodlights
51
Game-Inspired Athletic Wear
Fierce Edge Workout Apparel Turns Athletes into Video Game Characters
50
Collaborative Tennis-Inspired Tees
The KITH and Nike Apparel Was Made in Honor of the US Open
49
Communicative Cyclist Helmets
The Sena Smart Bike Helmet Design Connects Riders to One Another
48
360-Degree Sports Films
This VR Documentary Immerses Viewers In the 2016 NBA Finals
47
Wine-Hued Soccer Shoes
The Nike Tiempo Pirlo Celebrates Andrea Pirlo's Obsession With Wine-Making
46
Fast-Acting Energy Gels
The Stealth Advanced Isotonic Energy Gels Provide an Instant Energy Boost
45
Muscle Tone-Analyzing Devices
The New Skulpt Scanner Can Measure Muscle, Fat and More
44
Musician-Designed Football Shirts
The NFL Got Eminem, YG, Wale & More to Design City-Centered Tees
43
Gamified AR Climbing Walls
'Augmented Climbing Wall' Lets Climbers Use Their Limbs as Pong Paddles
42
Memorializing Basketball Jerseys
The Memphis Grizzlies MLK Day Jerseys Nod to King's Assassination
41
Irregular Football Pitches
The 'Unusual Football Pitch' Project Builds Fields on Unused Land
40
Marathon Shoe Giveaways
Strava and New Balance are Giving Away Shoes for the Back Half Challenge
39
Workout Buddy-Finding Apps
The '5F' Social Network App Connects Likeminded Athletes to One Another
38
Snakeskin Graphic Shoe Designs
The New Adidas Sneaker Design Offers Serpentine Graphics
37
Bone Conduction Sunglasses
The 'S-Tone' Sports Glasses Protect Eyes and Play Music
36
Athletic Training Smartwatches
The Garmin Forerunner 35 GPS Smartwatch Pushes Athletes Further
35
Compact Console Gaming Bundles
The Xbox One S FIFA 17 Bundle Deal Packs Hardware and Software
34
Wireless Ergonomic Earbuds
These High-Quality Earbuds Have a Sleek, Durable and Comfortable Design
33
Football Team Hashtag Emojis
The NFL and Twitter are Releasing Hashtags that Include Team Logos
32
Hockey Fan Festivals
The World Cup of Hockey Fan Village Helps Fans Celebrate the Tournament
31
Arcade-Style Basketball Games
'3on3 Freestyle' is a Cartoon Video Game for Casual Basketball Fans
30
Chromatic Sports Gear Packaging
The Rox Volleyball San Sol Box Design is Sporty and Textured
29
Exertion-Measuring Cycling Accessories
Luck Potentiometer Power Meters Attach to a Rider's Shoe
28
Water Sport Hydration Packs
The 'DolfinPack' Waterproof Hydration Packs are for Aquatic Use
27
Custom Carved Skateboards
These Skateboards are Designed to Suit a User's Individual Style
26
Comprehensive Basketball Apps
The Sacramento Kings App Enhances the Fan Experience
25
Dribble-Dissecting Basketballs
The 'DribbleUp' App Comes with a Regulation NBA Basketball
24
Horse Jockey Wearables
The 'HorseCom' Helps Soothe Riding Horses During Trots
23
Skeletal Football Cleats
These adidas Football Cleats Sport a Design That's Ready for Halloween
22
Interactive Golfing Videos
The 'Call the Shots' Video Lets Users Control Paul McGinley's Strategy
21
Sexism-Fighting Tennis Ads
Nike's 'Unlimited Greatness' Considers the Success of Serena Williams
20
Performance-Enhancing Chews
The Q-Force Soft Chews Help Improve Performance, Focus and Immunity
19
Connected Darts Games
The Guz2 Electronic Dartboard Can Sync to Mobile Devices
18
Runner-Targeted Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Nike+ Sport Smartwatch Reminds Wearers to Run
17
Energy-Boosting Candies
PowerBar's Gel Blasts are Designed Fueling Strenuous Workouts
16
Solar-Powered Hammock Boats
The 'MelloShip' Introduces a Relaxing New Way to Enjoy the Water
15
Creator-Inspired Sports Ads
This adidas Ad Says That Hard Work and Determination Aren't Enough
14
Baseball Romance Shows
'Out of My League' is a Collaboration Between the MLB and AwesomenessTV
13
Online 360-Degree Golf Courses
Google has Created a 360-Degree Imaging for the Ryder Cup's Course
12
VR Basketball Docs
'Follow My Lead: The Story of the 2016 NBA Finals' is an Immersive Experience
11
Revenue-Increasing Sports Indices
This Sports Marketing Platform Calculates Athlete Brand Value
10
Boozy Seafood Marathons
Le Marathon du Medoc Feeds Racers On the Course With Oysters and Wine
9
Online Boxing Matches
Golden Boy Promotions is the First Company to Livestream Boxing Matches
8
Streamlined Sports Broadcasts
This Service Lets Roku Users Enjoy FOX Sports Go Streams
7
Comprehensive Sports Streaming Apps
This App Lets You Enjoy beIN Sports Programming On Your Phone
6
Team-Specific Sports Apps
This College Sports App Allows For Comprehensive Content Coverage
5
Collegiate Sports Streaming Apps
The Big Sky Conference App Lets You Stream Sporting Events
4
Boosted Baseball Apps
The 'At Bat' App Offers Real-Time Notifications and Multimedia Content
3
Female Athlete Grants
Playtex Sport's Play On Canada Grant Program Helps Encourage Female Athletes
2
Tragic Pitcher Tributes
The Miami Marlins Wore Number 16 to Honor the Late Jose Fernandez
1
Synchronized Team Apps
The FC Cincinatti App Lets Soccer Fans Join In Synchronized Light Shows
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Bad Axe Throwing Puts a Spin on a Stereotypical Canadian Sport
Urban Millennial Clothing Collections
The New Under Armour Collection Will Be Debuted at NYFW
Online Gaming Workout Bikes
Zwift Provides a Cycling Workout with a Video Game Twist
Explorative Space Sportswear
UEG x Puma's Gravity Resistance Line Draws Upon Intergalactic Travel
Packable Sportswear Concepts
Kim Jones Joined with Nike Again to Expand on Its Travel-Ready Line
Classically Styled Bike Helmets
The Hedon Cortex Helmets Draw Inspiration from a Retro Aesthetic
Gilded Feminine Bicycles
The Brooks England x Tokyobike Honors the Company's 150th Anniversary
Stylish Cycling Rainwear
Emma Jorn's Collection Features Women's Clothing for Cycling in the Rain
Understated Sportswear Editorials
The Ones 2 Watch 'All That' Story Boasts Effortlessly Cool Style
Lightweight Folding Bicycles
The Hummingbird Bike Makes Ample Use Of Carbon Fiber Construction
Reflective Workout Gear
This Apparel Ensures That Women are Safe When Exercising at Night
Jujitsu-Inspired Apparel
UNITED ARROWS & SONS Adapted adidas Apparel with a Martial Arts Twist
Co-Branded Leather Loafer Shoes
nanamica Joined with Dr. Martens for Two Business-Ready Designs
Muscle-Training Shorts
The 'VylyV' Smart Shorts Help Men Tone their Pelvic Floor Muscles
Muscle-Toning Speakers
The 'W weight' is an External Speaker that Doubles as a Gym Weight
DIY Wooden Vehicles
Woodenwidget Offers a Wood Bicycle and Many Boats That Are All Portable
Luxury Solar-Powered Yachts
The Solaris Global Cruiser Yacht Requires Nothing but Sunshine to Sail
Revitalized Modular Sneakers
adidas Adjusted Its 'Tubular Doom' with a Sleek New Upper Design
Luxury Vehicle Tire Accessories
The Solloshi Coeus Titanium Valve Caps are the Finishing Touch
AI-Assisted Racing Toys
'Hot Wheels AI' is a Modernized Version of the Classic Race Car Toys
Versatile Baggy Menswear
The Band of Outsiders Spring Collection Takes Cues from LA Culture
Garment-Sewing Robots
Sewbo Inc. Developed a Process That Lets Robots Sew T-Shirts
High-End Wireless Earbuds
These Prototype 'AirPods' Offer a Sleek Cord-Free Update to Headphones
Weather Barrier Jackets
This Tyvek Jacket from Fyber Forma is Made from a Construction Material
Revived Retro Tees
'Revive' Brought Back a Number of 1990s FUCT T-Shirts with Cynical Slogans
Winter-Ready Track Jackets
Aimé Leon Dore's Collection Includes Sportswear with an Insulated Twist
Total Body Exercise Tools
The 'Tension Toner' Resistance Training Tool Tones Muscles in Less Time
Flexible Skate Shoes
These New Stan Smiths from adidas Feature a Gray Primeknit Upper
Designer Smartwatch Straps
Hermès Will Be Releasing Straps That Will Fit the Apple Watch Series 2
Digitized Combat Helmets
This Rockwell Collins Helmet System Features Integrated Heads-Up Display
Regally Revitalized Sneakers
These Metallic adidas Sneakers Luxuriously Reimagine a Former Model
Rapper-Promoted Streetwear
Joey Bada$$ Played Muse for KITH and BAPE's Seasonal Apparel Series
LED-Infused Cycling Apparel
The Lumo Collection is Stylish and Safe for Cycling at Night
DIY Electronic Helmets
These Interactive and Iconic Helmets are Inspired by Daft Punk
Retro Hip Hop Apparel
The Puma Clyde Line Celebrates When the Beastie Boys Were Brand Ambassadors
Athletic Dress Shirts
Lawrence Hunt's Button-Downs Merge Professional and Sportswear Functionality
Power-Maximizing Cycling Footwear
The S-PHYRE Cycling Shoes Reduce Aerodynamic Drag
Endurance-Increasing Wearables
The Quantlet Enables Athletes to Increase their Exercise Capacity
Speakerless Smartphone Earpieces
The 'Sgnl' Phone Earpiece Uses Bone Conduction Technology
Denim-Accented Burgundy Boots
Timberland Updated Its Collection with a Fall-Ready Wine Colorway
Sparkling Soccer Apparel
This New PSG Jersey is Designed to Shine Under Stadium Floodlights
Reconfigured Military-Inspired Sneakers
Nike Adapted Its LeBron Soldier 10 with a Camouflage Print
Sophisticated Steel Activity Trackers
These Watches Have a Luxurious Style That is Also Affordable
Illustrated Shirt Guides
GANT Created a Shirt Guide to Place Itself as the Ultimate Shirtmaker
Collaborative Tennis-Inspired Tees
The KITH and Nike Apparel Was Made in Honor of the US Open
360-Degree Sports Films
This VR Documentary Immerses Viewers In the 2016 NBA Finals
Wine-Hued Soccer Shoes
The Nike Tiempo Pirlo Celebrates Andrea Pirlo's Obsession With Wine-Making
Hand-Dyed Suede Boots
Hender Scheme's 'Bracken' Boots Have a Purposely Raw Appearance
Millennial-Targeted Baby Brands
The Latin Baby is a Baby Food Brand for Millennial Parents
Fast-Acting Energy Gels
The Stealth Advanced Isotonic Energy Gels Provide an Instant Energy Boost
Workout-Monitoring Headphones
The Jabra Elite Sport Headset Keeps Track of Heart Rate and More
Revitalized Rapper-Made Sneakers
Kanye West is Said to Releasing a New YEEZY Boost Colorway
Vibrant Geometric Coffee Branding
The Avicenna Coffee Packaging Uses Minimal Color for Effect
Parody Slogan T-Shirts
This Apparel Combines the Iconic Words from Both Nike and adidas into One
Climbing Wall Homes
This House By Carney Logan Burke Lets Dwellers Scale The Siding
Gamified AR Climbing Walls
'Augmented Climbing Wall' Lets Climbers Use Their Limbs as Pong Paddles
Dinosaur-Infused Streetwear
BAPE Joined with Monster Strike for a Collection That Honors the Game
Memorializing Basketball Jerseys
The Memphis Grizzlies MLK Day Jerseys Nod to King's Assassination
Prison Photography Books
'Law & Order' Shows 25 Penitentiaries in Four Countries
Workout Buddy-Finding Apps
The '5F' Social Network App Connects Likeminded Athletes to One Another
Snakeskin Graphic Shoe Designs
The New Adidas Sneaker Design Offers Serpentine Graphics
Bone Conduction Sunglasses
The 'S-Tone' Sports Glasses Protect Eyes and Play Music
Adult Acne-Alleviating Apps
The MD Acne App Analyzes Selfies to Provide Acne-Fighting Advice
Furry Futuristic Sandals
These New UGGs Were Made in Collaboration with Teva Footwear
All-Jean Collaborative Collections
Stussy Partnered with Lee Denim for a Masculine Line for Fall
90s Icon T-Shirts
This Stussy Tee Features an Image of a Young Leonardo Dicaprio and Kate Moss
Multi-Use Device Mounts
The Belkin PowerHouse Charge Dock Displays Apple Products as They Charge
Factory-Fitted Helmet Displays
This HUD System Can Be Attached to Helmets During Manufacturing
Easy Magnetic Earbuds
The One-Third Headphones Keep Their Own Cords From Tangling
Rapper-Designed Cleats
The YEEZY Cleats Given to DeAndre Hopkins Will Likely Be Offered Publicly
Customizable Restaurant Apps
The Pei Wei App Offers Meal Customization and Mobile Ordering
Retro Co-Branded Jackets
Stussy's Line of Champion Apparel Remembers the 90s
Sperm Donation Apps
This App Helps Users Find Potential Fathers Based On Their Characteristics
Patriotic Welcome Kits
Plastic Mobile Sent US Start-Ups a "Starter Pack" of Canadian Goods
Cycling-Inspired Coffee Branding
Broom Wagon Coffee's Packaging Draws Inspiration from Cycling
Exertion-Measuring Cycling Accessories
Luck Potentiometer Power Meters Attach to a Rider's Shoe
Charming Familial Seed Packaging
The Babkini Seed Pack Branding Focuses on Homemade Ideals
Streamlined Staffing Apps
The StaffHub App Helps You Plan and Schedule Shifts
Comprehensive Basketball Apps
The Sacramento Kings App Enhances the Fan Experience
Wireless Headphone Remotes
The Bluepin Turns Touch Earbud Commands Into Bluetooth Instructions
Purist Infant Food Pouches
These Bubs Organic Baby Food Pouches Spotlight Simple Ingredients
Bubbly Dairy Branding
The Tere Dairy Company Packaging Visually Connects Products for Consumers
Translating Wireless Earbuds
The Mymanu CLICK-Truly Buds Aim To Reduce Language Barriers
Breakneck Racing Drones
The xCraft Rogue Drone Can Fly At 100 Miles Per Hour
Shiny Nylon Carriers
HEAD PORTER and fragment design Created Two Exclusive Carriers for Japan
Dribble-Dissecting Basketballs
The 'DribbleUp' App Comes with a Regulation NBA Basketball
Digitally Interfacing Prosthetic Devices
'Shortcut' Helps Amputees to Control Digital Platforms
Nomadic Surfboard Bags
The Nº7 Solitary Boardbag Offers a Luxe Leather Case to Protect Equipment
Search Book-Inspired Condiments
Heinz Ketchup is Featuring Waldo on Limited-Edition Packaging
Connected Total Body Scales
The Garmin Index Smart Scale Measures Individual Aspects of the Body
Concise Cleaning Product Branding
The 'BacAttack' Antibacterial Cleaning Products are Powerful
High-Fidelity Copper Earbuds
The 'Copper Audio Blast Earbuds' Deliver Crisp Sound
Hyper-Powerful DVR Devices
TiVO's New DVR Lets You Record Six Channels Simultaneously
Energy-Boosting Candies
PowerBar's Gel Blasts are Designed Fueling Strenuous Workouts
Hydrating Motorbike Helmets
The Pista GP R Helmet Features an Integrated Hydration Kit
Communal Carpooling Apps
The CarPoolNow App Encourages Non-Monetized Ridesharing
Natural Oil Sanitizers
The EO Organic Peppermint Disinfectant Has a Convenient Spray Format
Sperm Donation Apps
The London Sperm Bank Donors App Lets Lets Women Find Donors and Order Samples
Cannabis-Recommending Apps
Cannacopia Helps Users Find Cannabis Strains With Specific Properties
Stationary Bicycle Desks
The XDesk Velo Lets You Pedal Your Way to Productivity
Streamlined Sports Management Apps
The REC*IT Plus App Assists Campus Sports Administratorss
Creator-Inspired Sports Ads
This adidas Ad Says That Hard Work and Determination Aren't Enough
Mass-Measuring Health Trackers
The TomTom 'Touch' Fitness Tracker Keeps an Eye on Body Fat
Customer-Friendly Payment App
This Point Of Sale App is Targeted Towards Busy Restaurants
VR Basketball Docs
'Follow My Lead: The Story of the 2016 NBA Finals' is an Immersive Experience
Boozy Seafood Marathons
Le Marathon du Medoc Feeds Racers On the Course With Oysters and Wine
Streamlined Sports Broadcasts
This Service Lets Roku Users Enjoy FOX Sports Go Streams
Comprehensive Sports Streaming Apps
This App Lets You Enjoy beIN Sports Programming On Your Phone
Team-Specific Sports Apps
This College Sports App Allows For Comprehensive Content Coverage
Collegiate Sports Streaming Apps
The Big Sky Conference App Lets You Stream Sporting Events
Patriotic Anniversary Marathons
The Calgary Marathon Added an Event for Canada's 150th Anniversary
Supportive Telecom Apps
TelOne's Customer Support App Offers Live Chat and Payment Services
Ship Regatta Celebrations
A Special Tall Ships Event will be Held for Canada's 150th Anniversary
Synchronized Team Apps
The FC Cincinatti App Lets Soccer Fans Join In Synchronized Light Shows