Chris Hall News Archive 
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Timex Bodylink tracks 1310 miles in Endurance 50 challenge
50 marathons in 50 days, all captured with Timex Bodylink 6 November 2006 14:19 GMT TweetUltramarathon runner Dean Karnazes' challenge to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days was completed yesterday when he crossed the finish line of the ING New York City Marathon. Wearing the Timex Ironman Triathlon Bodylink System in all 50 races, Timex...
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Portable sports ice baths from Sportesse
Essential for easing aching muscles 3 November 2006 16:49 GMT TweetPost-exercise ice baths have been receiving something of a renaissance recently, with the likes of Marathon World Record holder Paula Radcliffe and Olympic silver medallist boxer Amir Khan both expressing their use of ice baths in training.
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Burton Snowboards world movie tour
For Right or Wrong 2 November 2006 16:32 GMT TweetBurton's global movie tour is now well underway, which debuts its snowboard film “For Right or Wrong” in 22 cities around the world. The tour, which kicked off in Tokyo on 14 October, includes film premieres, rider autograph sessions and after-parties.
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TUNiT 2 football boot from adidas
The ultimate customisable boot 2 November 2006 11:40 GMT Tweetadidas has unveiled the TUNiT 2, the next generation of the revolutionary TUNiT football boot. It is the most technologically advanced boot ever made by adidas and builds on the success of the amazing TUNiT 1 - the world's first fully customisable football...
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Third Eye goggle-camera from Rip Curl
The video cam that lets you film while you ride 31 October 2006 13:07 GMT TweetThird Eye is a goggle equipped with a minicam that plugs into the analogue input of a camcorder, thus providing you with an on-board video camera. The camera is housed in a rubber casing, which holds the minicam onto the goggle strap.
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Queen substituted for Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium opening
Prince Philip comes off the bench 27 October 2006 12:53 GMT TweetThe official opening of Arsenal’s £390 million Emirates Stadium took place on Thursday. The Queen had been expected to make an appearance to honour the official opening of the ground in Ashburton Grove but had to cancel the engagement with only 3-hours...
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Feel the Torque with PrimaLoft insulated Mountain Hardwear jacket
Look the business on the slopes this winter 26 October 2006 21:14 GMT TweetMountain Hardwear’s Torque jacket benefits from PrimaLoft insulation, which is second to none. Waterproof and insulated, the Torque provides technical detailing specifically designed for snowsports eliminating the need for a heavy mid-layer.
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Could you be the next Sam Fisher?
Top Trainer takes on Top Gamer 26 October 2006 16:09 GMT TweetOliver Mansfield, 25, is one of the UK’s most qualified fitness trainers. Apart from being an American Sports Medicine Health Fitness Instructor, his expertise also includes holding a Masters in Active Sports Massage and being a CHEK practitioner (Corrective...
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Rip Curl launches the H-Bomb heated wetsuit
The world’s first power heated wetsuit 26 October 2006 15:17 GMT TweetRip Curl’s H-Bomb is the world’s first power heated wetsuit. It’s a wetsuit designed to keep you super-warm by positioning a source of heat on your upper back. This heats your core allowed warm blood to circulate to your extremities.
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Spencer Smith tackles Ironman Hawaii on pink Planet-X Stealth
Dare you to call him a fairy 20 October 2006 11:48 GMT TweetThis weekend sees the biggest race in the Ironman triathlon calendar - the Ford Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii.
We reported earlier in the year on the sponsorship between Spencer Smith and Planet-X. Continuing something of a... -
Rip Curl Girls Tour winter 2006/7
Girls take to the slopes 20 October 2006 10:23 GMT TweetFollowing the success of the summer tour aimed at getting girls surfing, Rip Curl has decided to repeat the event in winter style.
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Ski Club launches SkiTV.co.uk
The UK’s first dedicated snowsports internet TV website 19 October 2006 12:42 GMT TweetThe Ski Club of Great Britain has announced the launch of the UK’s first dedicated snowsports internet TV channel SkiTV.co.uk. SkiTV.co.uk will showcase the best ski and snowboard films on the Internet, offering a wide range of inspirational programmes....
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adidas to launch Robbie Williams tracksuits
I'm loving adidas instead 17 October 2006 16:04 GMT TweetRobbie Williams has become something of a cultural icon and even in his earlier Take That days, he could be seen wearing adidas clothing. Now things are set to move to a higher level with the launch of the Robbie Williams adidas tracksuit.
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Lord Coe in McOlympics 2012 sponsorship questions
Should you be able to buy a Big Mac while watching the games? 11 October 2006 16:07 GMT TweetQuestions are being asked as to the suitability of McDonald's as a TOP sponsor of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
With almost daily reports on the obesity problems facing the country, it is of little surprise that the organising committee... -
Circulation Booster Mobile for travellers worrying about DVT
It is not a phone - before you ask 10 October 2006 19:59 GMT TweetFor every paranoid consumer, there is a high tech solution. High Tech Health claim to have the solution to all your DVT nightmares with the CB Mobile.
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Weird Fish autumn and winter collection
Look cool, stay warm 5 October 2006 15:06 GMT TweetSweats, hoodies and gillets feature heavily throughout Weird Fish’s new autumn/winter collection for women, with an emphasis on comfort, durability and exploration.
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Primus launches innovative state-of-the-art Primelite head torches
Let there be light! 4 October 2006 16:51 GMT TweetPrimus – the camping stove innovator – has produced a four-strong range of head torches which hit the high street this season: all are supplied with a light bag for in-tent illumination. The top of the range, using Luxeon LEDs for more effective light...
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Free Sport magazine for Londoners
You may have grabbed one today 29 September 2006 9:38 GMT TweetAnother competitor enters the fray today to battle it out with the other freebies you collect on the way to work in London. But this time it's sport and it's a magazine.
Sport presents a range of timely sporting coverage and in the first... -
Allrounder by Mephisto 2006 autumn and winter collections
Quality footwear whatever you're doing 28 September 2006 19:54 GMT TweetWith more than 40 years of shoemaking experience and an outstanding technical understanding of the manufacturing of hiking footwear, the line is made with the finest materials and components and is equipped with the numerous high-performance and comfort...
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Runners log over 1 million miles with Nike + iPod
That's a lot of running 25 September 2006 15:37 GMT TweetOver 1 million miles — equivalent to circling the world more than 40 times — have been logged by Nike+ runners in just 10 weeks since Nike and Apple changed running forever with the retail launch of the Nike + iPod experience. That number keeps climbing...
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Otterbox for iPod to keep it really dry
Must swim with iPod 22 September 2006 12:57 GMT TweetThe clouds are rolling in and summer has finally ended, in the UK at least. But that shouldn't be a deterrent to your outdoor exercise.
Otterbox make a range of waterproof cases for all iPods from the Shuffle to the Video keeping it dry at... -
The North Face Off Chute Clog with Primaloft
Look good and stay warm on your feet 14 September 2006 15:32 GMT TweetThe North Face uses high-tech synthetic insulation PrimaLoft in their Off Chute Clog. Available for both men and women, the good looking, all-weather insulated Clog provides excellent grip, warmth and comfort and is still stylish enough to wear with almost...
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Adidas and polar "Project Fusion" due to appear in stores
Clothes that tell you what you're doing 14 September 2006 10:57 GMT TweetBack in August 2005, Adidas announced its partnership with Polar in creating “Project Fusion” combining Polar’s experience with fitness data collection with the sportswear company’s prowess. This is old news, at least, those with their ear to the ground...
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Dahon folding bikes for all
And the prize for being cool goes to... 13 September 2006 14:53 GMT TweetDahon pride themselves on the fact that they only do folding bikes and because that is the case, they do it well.
There was once a time when your options for a folding bike was seriously limited, however folding bikes have become one of the... -
Pink champagne and Punctures - Evans Cycles hosts ladies night
Win a £300 shopping spree! 11 September 2006 11:29 GMT TweetCycling has increased 50% in the capital over recent years, with TFL adverts, the congestion charge, train strikes and overcrowding convincing people to take a greener and healthier approach to their travel. The streets of London are positively brimming...
APP OF THE DAY: The Weather Channel review (iPhone / iPod touch) Tonight for the first time, just about half-past ten...
Mazda CX5 2.2 TDI AWD A very zoomy SUV
WIN: Tickets to Ibiza Rocks to see Maverick Sabre and Labrinth live Epic prize courtesy of Sony
Apple testing 3.95-inch iPhone 5, with 16:9 display 1136 x 640 resolution revolution
Pentax K-30: 16-megapixel weather-proofed mid-level DSLR 81 seals makes this one tough cam
APP OF THE DAY: WhatsApp review (Android) Instant message, cross platform
3G FaceTime coming in iOS 6? Warning in 5.1.1 seems to point that way
Skyfall trailer hits YouTube: Bond 23 could be best one yet (video) New 007 flick for UK in October
Panasonic H-HS12035 Lumix G X lens announced, hints at weather-proofed GH3 Premium MFT lens
Panasonic Lumix GF5 Micro Four Thirds' mighty mini
What is So.cl? Should you be signing up?
Running blind: How Simon Wheatcroft uses his iPhone to see Runkeeper and more let this man run solo
WEBSITE OF THE DAY: Your iPlayer TV, your way
Bungie Destiny contract reveals Xbox 720 will arrive in 2013 - E3 announcement? Commissioned for Xbox 360 and "next Xbox"
British Gas turns Team GB swimming stars into superheroes Aquanauts assemble
Olympus OM-D E-M5 review
The compact system camera to beat all others?
Nokia Lumia 900 review
Is big beautiful?
HTC One V review
V for victory?
Huawei Ascend G300 review
Big bang for your hundred quid
FIFA 12: UEFA Euro 2012 review
Lacks polish, if not the Polish
Asus Transformer Pad TF300T review
Transforms your money in to a great tablet
BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for PlayBook review
Will this make working on the go easier?
Fujifilm X-Pro1 review
Like a Leica
Nikon Coolpix P510 review
Does the P510 zoom beyond expectations?
Volkswagen Beetle Design 1.2TSi DSG review
The bug is back. Again.
The Walking Dead: The Game review
Fleshed out zombie bonanza
HP Envy 14 Spectre review
The Ultrabook that isn't an Ultrabook
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR review
Can Fujifilm’s latest put the ‘super’ in superzoom?
Nikon Coolpix S6300 review
Point, shoot and scoot