Everything You Need to Know About the Onyx Gymshark Second Release
Today’s the day: Onyx Gymshark is finally dropping again — and fans around the globe are ready to make up for last week’s chaos.
If this feels like déjà vu, it’s because it is. The original launch was a total meltdown. A flood of bot-driven traffic crashed Gymshark’s site, forcing the brand to hit pause and regroup.
Turns out, the demand for Onyx Gymshark was even higher than anticipated — and the site just couldn’t handle the heat.
For those who’ve been through previous Onyx drops, it probably wasn’t all that surprising.
This line is notoriously hard to get. Some pieces have resold for over $600 on platforms like eBay, cementing Onyx as Gymshark’s most coveted release to date.
To Gymshark’s credit, they acted fast: the launch was shut down, bot orders were canceled, and a new plan was put in place. That might not mean much to the thousands who sat refreshing the site in vain, but still — progress.
Now, Onyx Gymshark is back for round two — and this time, the brand says it’s ready.
Here’s everything you need to know, from launch time to bot-blocking upgrades and how to increase your odds of securing a piece.
When Does Onyx Gymshark Drop?
Gymshark announced the relaunch with a comic book-style poster — fitting for a drop that’s leaned heavily into the DC Multiverse.
The sequel? Issue One: Return of the Launch, starring Gymshark athlete and poster-boy David Laid.
Onyx Gymshark goes live at 2PM EST / 11AM PDT on May 15 — same time, second chance.
What’s Gymshark Doing to Stop Bots?
The biggest test for Gymshark remains stopping the bots. After pausing the launch last week, the brand made it clear: Onyx Gymshark is meant for real fans, not resellers.
For this drop, Gymshark has added new bot protection systems and human verification steps at checkout to help ensure the gear lands in actual gym bags — not resale listings.
Will it work? That remains to be seen.
Could the Website Crash Again?
Site traffic during the first launch was three times higher than Black Friday — which is no small feat.
It was Gymshark’s biggest launch ever, and the internet showed up in full force.
The brand says it’s now prepped for another surge. Servers have been reinforced, and the drop is locked in.
Are There Purchase Limits?
Yes — and for good reason. Onyx Gymshark is as limited as it gets, which makes it a magnet for resellers.
To keep things fair, Gymshark is placing strict purchase caps: One per customer, per style, per colorway.
Translation? No hoarding.
How to Increase Your Chances of Copping Onyx Gymshark
There’s no hack or cheat code here. This drop’s going to be tough. But there are ways to improve your odds:
- Log in early
- Know what you want ahead of time
- Be ready to refresh — fast
- Stay locked in at checkout
Simple, but crucial.
Will Onyx Gymshark Be Available In-Store?
Gymshark’s London stores saw a limited release the day after the failed online drop — and stock vanished instantly. A NYC pop-up sold out days before that, too.
It’s unclear if their flagship U.S. location will get inventory tied to this second wave. Dubai got a small rollout this morning, but even that was highly limited.
Bottom line: don’t count on retail. Online is your best (and maybe only) shot.
What Is Onyx Gymshark?
The Onyx Gymshark collection has reached near-mythical status in fitness circles.
Think high-performance compression wear with superhero flair — sculpted fits, angular paneling, and next-gen materials designed to power you through every set like you’re the main character.
This second wave includes short-sleeve, long-sleeve, and tank tops, all made with thicker fabric, raised rubber branding, and precision-cut seams for enhanced mobility.
Available in Onyx Gray, Carmine Red, and the fan-favorite Brand Blue, this collection is built to move — and destined to sell out.
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