Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Goal Races, Secret Projects, and Favorite New Toys

Gear Innovations

The excitement around new running gear is palpable, with Jason Fitzgerald and Jon Levitt discussing the innovative company Avelo. They are under embargo but hint at a new advanced running wearable designed to revolutionize how athletes experience running by reducing injury risks and enhancing performance 1. Jon shares his enthusiasm for the Puma Deviate Trail Elites, a trail shoe with a carbon plate, and the new timing technology, Laurel, which aims to improve race timing accuracy and cost-effectiveness 2.

The best way to build hype is to be ambiguous not to a lot. So a great job on doing that.

--- Jon Levitt

This gear promises to make running more enjoyable and efficient, offering runners smarter solutions for their training and racing needs.

   

Racing Tech

The integration of technology in racing is transforming the experience for both runners and spectators. Jason highlights the Laurel timing system, which offers more frequent and accurate race splits, enhancing the ability to track athletes during events like the Boston Marathon 3. This system is not only cheaper but also more effective, providing a better experience for race organizers and participants.

It's definitely just a better mousetrap. It's cheaper, it's more effective, it has more functions.

--- Jason Fitzgerald

Additionally, Jon discusses the potential of innovative training solutions from Avelo, which aim to reduce injury risks and improve performance by incorporating advanced strategies from industry experts 4.