Stravathe 16-year-old fitness tracking app, is gearing up to go public, reports the Financial Times.
CEO Michael Martin told the FT that the San Francisco company plans to go public “at some point” with a view to raising capital for more acquisitions. The company, backed by Sequoia Capital, TCV and Jackson Square Ventures, was last valued at $2.2 billion in May.
Strava certainly has the wind at its back. According to Sensor Tower, the app’s user base has exploded to 50 million monthly active users by 2025 – almost double that of its closest competitor, with downloads up 80% year-over-year.
Strava’s growth coincides with a cultural shift around running, especially as teens and 20-somethings seek more alcohol-free ways to socialize. Runners also emphasize the mental health benefits of finding support networks (and sometimes romance). Registrations for the 2026 London Marathon increased by 31% this year to 1.1 million people.
Strava’s secret sauce? Turn training into social currency with “kudos” and split comparisons. Sensor Tower estimates that consumers spent more than $180 million on subscriptions through September – a figure that Strava says significantly underestimates actual revenue. The company also earns from sponsored challenges and brand partnerships.
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