Everything You Need to Know About the Gymshark Onyx Second Drop
The Gymshark Onyx hype has officially landed in the UAE — and Dubai fans just scored an exclusive first look.
As the rest of the world counts down to the second attempted release, select shoppers at the Gymshark Dubai Mall store were treated to early access today.
It was a limited, in-person drop — and true to form, stock disappeared fast.
Gymshark co-founder and CEO Ben Francis personally flew to Dubai in January to cut the ribbon on the brand’s UAE flagship.
Similar events have been held in London and New York City, and at 10am this morning it was Dubai’s moment in the Onyx spotlight.
This latest release comes just hours ahead of the global relaunch, following a calamitous first attempt that saw Gymshark’s website overwhelmed by traffic and bots.
Now, all eyes are on round two — and Dubai may have just given us a preview of what’s to come.
What Happened During the First Drop?
The initial Gymshark Onyx launch ended in chaos. Within minutes of going live, the site was flooded — traffic spiked to three times the volume Gymshark usually sees on Black Friday.
Bots took over, carts crashed, and most real fans walked away empty-handed.
The brand was forced to pull the plug, cancel suspicious orders, and regroup for a cleaner, fairer second go.
What Makes Gymshark Onyx So Coveted?
Think superhero compression tops with a performance twist: sleek muscle-hugging fits, Spidey-style panel lines, and tech-heavy fabric designed to work with you for every rep.
This new edition of Gymshark Onyx includes short-sleeve, long-sleeve, and tank versions — all upgraded with thicker material, raised rubber branding, and razor-sharp detailing for enhanced movement.
The drop features three colourways:
- Onyx Grey
- Carmine Red
- The returning fan-favourite Brand Blue
It’s a collection made to move — and built to sell out.
What’s Gymshark Doing About Bots?
Following last week’s website meltdown, Gymshark has stepped up its defences. New protections and human verification at checkout have been added to block automated orders and give actual customers a fair shot.
The brand has also reinforced its servers to handle another traffic spike.
Whether it holds up remains to be seen — but this time, Gymshark says it’s ready.
Are There Purchase Limits?
Yes — and they’re strict.
To prevent reselling and keep things fair, purchases will be limited to one item per customer, per style, per colourway.
That means you could score the same top in two different colours, or mix and match a tank with a long sleeve if you’re lucky — but bulk buying identical pieces is out.
Will There Be More In-Store Drops?
Today’s Dubai Mall release followed similar limited in-store events in London and New York City, where stock disappeared in minutes.
Exclusivity has always been central to the Gymshark Onyx legacy, so don’t expect top-ups — when it’s gone, it’s gone.
If you didn’t make it down to Dubai Mall this morning, your safest bet remains the global online drop.
When Is the Gymshark Onyx Second Drop?
Gymshark Onyx returns (for a second time) on May 15 at 7PM BST / 10PM GST.
Expect a flood of traffic, a very narrow window, and fierce competition.
Final Thoughts
From bot-proofing to global pop-ups, Gymshark Onyx has become more than just a gymwear drop — it’s a cultural moment for the brand.
With Dubai already getting a taste, the rest of the world is gearing up for the second wave. If you want a piece, now’s the time to lock in. Set your alarms, prep your cart — and may the fastest fingers win.
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