Intellectual Property

A List of China’s Sports Equipment Invention Patents Granted in February 2026

According to the ongoing tracking of industry patent trends by the China Stationery & Sporting Goods Association, a total of 30 invention patents in the sports equipment & fitness equipment…

Fitgearsource Apr-23-2026 0 Comments

Buyer’s Guide

Exhibit Smarter, Not Harder: A Practical Guide to International Trade Shows for Fitness Brands

A Practical Exhibition Guide for Fitness Equipment Companies Exhibiting at International Trade Shows International trade shows are a crucial channel for Chinese export-oriented companies to explore overseas markets and acquire…

Roger Apr-12-2026 0 Comments

Standard & Certificate

China Releases Mandatory National Standard for Indoor Stationary Fitness Equipment (2026 Edition)

BEIJING – On March 31, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) officially released the new mandatory national standard GB 47368—2026, titled…

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Quality Control

Lab testing & Quality inspection on stair climber at factory

Roger Mar-30-2026 0 Comments

Intellectual Property

IP Risks in China’s Sporting Goods Industry: Insights from 9,953 Legal Cases and What They Mean for Global Buyers

In recent years, as the global sporting goods and fitness equipment market continues to expand, intellectual property (IP) has evolved from a peripheral compliance issue into a central factor in…

Fitgearsource Mar-28-2026 0 Comments

Quality Control

The Limits of Final Inspection on Fitness Equipment

In global fitness equipment sourcing, Final Inspection (pre-shipment inspection) is one of the most widely used quality control practices among international buyers. It is straightforward, relatively cost-controlled, and easy to…

Roger Feb-15-2026 0 Comments

Standard & Certificate

China Issues Mandatory National Standard for Adventure Sports Facilities, Effective July 1, 2026

Recently, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and the Standardization Administration of China have officially released a new mandatory national standard: “Requirements for Opening Conditions and Technical Specifications of…

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Intellectual Property

【Patent】 Motor-Driven Variable Stride: Johnson Health Tech Files New Elliptical Patent in China

As competition intensifies in the mid- to high-end elliptical trainer segment, stride adaptability has become a key differentiator among leading global brands. A recent patent filing by Johnson Health Tech…

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Standard & Certificate

China Approves New Mandatory National Standard for Climbing Facilities, Effective July 1, 2026

China has approved and released a new mandatory national standard, Open Conditions and Technical Requirements for Sports Venues – Part 4: Climbing Venues (GB 19079.4—2025). The announcement was made under…

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Intellectual Property

How Sports Equipment Companies Can Avoid Intellectual Property Infringement Risks (Part Two)?

In the previous article, we provided a brief overview of the intellectual property rights that sports equipment companies commonly encounter in their daily operations. Intellectual property involves a wide range…

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Intellectual Property

How Sporting Goods Enterprises Can Avoid Intellectual Property Infringement Risks (Part One)?

[IP Knowledge Popularization] How Sporting Goods Enterprises Can Avoid Intellectual Property Infringement Risks (Part One) As a lawyer, I often encounter sporting goods companies who come to me with a…

Fitgearsource Dec-07-2025 0 Comments

Quality Control

[Product Recall] Europe Recalls China-Made Kettlebells for Elevated Radiation Levels

Fitness Equipment Industry News · September 2025 European discount retail chain Action announced in September 2025 that it is proactively recalling certain 10 kg kettlebells after regulators detected slightly elevated…

Fitgearsource Nov-25-2025 0 Comments

Buyer’s Guide

How to Find Reliable Fitness Equipment Suppliers in China

For international buyers entering the fitness equipment industry, especially small and medium-sized importers who rarely visit China, one of the biggest challenges is finding reliable and trustworthy suppliers. China remains…

Roger Oct-31-2025 0 Comments

Standard & Certificate

Discussion on Treadmill Standardization of World Treadmill Championships

Abstract With the rise of digital sports, traditional athletics events are exploring new development paths. World Athletics plans to introduce the World Treadmill Championships, leveraging smart fitness equipment and networked…

Roger Oct-28-2025 0 Comments

Standard & Certificate

China Releases GB/T 17498.2—2024(Draft): Comprehensive Strength Training Equipment Standard Aligned with ISO 20957

GB/T 17498.2—2024: Strength Training Equipment Safety Requirements and Test Methods A Deep-Dive Interpretation of China’s New National Standard and Its Alignment with ISO 20957 Keywords:   Strength Training Equipment Standard,…

Fitgearsource Oct-07-2025 0 Comments

How It's Made

The Science Behind Inversion Tables: How Gravity Became a Tool for Spinal Health

As sedentary lifestyles, muscle strain, and spinal problems become increasingly common in modern society, an ancient yet modern “reverse therapy” — the inversion table — is regaining popularity. By reversing…

Roger Oct-06-2025 0 Comments