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March 2, 2021
UltraSignup announced as Presenting Sponsor for US Trail Running Conference and webinar series
Estes Park, CO – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference, has announced that UltraSignup will be the Presenting Sponsor for the Race Director segment of the Conference as well as the newly launched webinar series. UltraSignup is the largest trail running registration platform in North America...
March 2, 2021
USA Triathlon Foundation, Professional Triathletes Organisation Open Application Window for $55,000 in COVID-19 Relief Fund Grants
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The USA Triathlon Foundation, in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), is now accepting applications for its second round of COVID-19 Relief Fund donations, with $55,000 in grant funding available. The relief fund provides financial support to members of the U.S. multisport community who have...
March 2, 2021
Stages Cycling Re-Opens Factory Install Power Meter Production
BOULDER, CO - March 2, 2021 - Stages Cycling announced the re-opening of Factory Install Power Meter production, which allows customers to send their existing crank arm to be converted into an accurate, reliable Stages Power Meter. The Factory Install program was previously paused due to COVID-19 related complications at...
March 2, 2021
USA Triathlon Announces 2021 Toyota U.S. Paratriathlon National Team Roster
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced the 16 members of the 2021 Toyota U.S. Paratriathlon National Team, the group of athletes who will represent the U.S. at the highest levels of elite paratriathlon competition during the 2021 season. The talented group, which includes four Paralympic triathlon medalists and...
March 2, 2021
“I feel Slovenia” – Virtual Tour of Slovenia | Stage 2 with with Jani Brajkovič and Adam Jordan
Ljubljana, Slovenia / March 2nd, 2021 - The open, Virtual Tour of Slovenia by ‘I feel Slovenia’ on ROUVY is now going for its second stage events. Cyclists worldwide will enjoy the landscapes of Slovenia from their homes. Both the Group Ride (on March 3rd) and the race format (on...
March 2, 2021
USA Cycling Announces 2021 Pan American Continental Championships MTB XCO Team
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced today the 12 athletes that have been nominated to the 2021 Pan American Continental Championships Team for Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) Mountain Biking. The event will take place in Salinas, Puerto Rico on March 24-28. “It is safe to say that everyone is excited...
March 2, 2021
Alchemy Bikes Introduces New Arktos
DENVER, COLO, March 2nd, 2021 — Alchemy Bikes, known for their exclusive patented Sine Suspension system, introduces their new carbon Arktos mountain bike. The Arktos is designed to allow for three travel configurations and two wheel sizes (29” and mixed-wheel “mullet” 29”/27.5” compatibility) with one frame. It also features modernized geometry...
March 2, 2021
Cat Bradley joins Spring Energy Elite Team
Cat Bradley, an ultra runner, Olympic trials qualifier, and 2017 Western States champion, joins Spring Energy Elite Team. Cat has a long list of achievements, including top spots at the most competitive races. A combination of Spring Energy, real food performance nutrition products, with Cat’s enthusiasm, hard work, and talent...
March 2, 2021
Grandma’s Marathon Utilizes Crowd Science Expert in Planning 2021 Event –
(DULUTH, MINN.) - Grandma’s Marathon-Duluth, Inc. has partnered with world renowned crowd scientist Marcel Altenburg of Manchester Metropolitan University to optimize the event’s participant flow as part of the organization’s COVID-modified race plan. Altenburg has previously worked with larger marathons like London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York as well as...
March 2, 2021
rabbit Announces Partnership with Anna Frost
March 2nd, 2021 - Santa Barbara, California - Anna Frost, who is perhaps best known for her world-class running performances across trails and up mountains around the world, has partnered with rabbit, a cutting-edge running apparel brand from California, to become the latest edition to their professional team. Her record-breaking...
March 1, 2021
Lance Armstrong could have won without the drugs, says Phil Liggett
According to the legendary cycling commentator, dubbed the ‘voice of cycling’ after decades of Tour de France TV commentary, he admired the Texan for his achievements off the bike but that he “can’t condone drug cheats.” Cycling Weekly
March 1, 2021
SF Giants >> The Giant Race Series launches 2021 Dates & Registration
San Francisco, CA: The 2021 Giant Race Series Presented By Alaska Airlines is Now Open! Major League Baseball’s Spring Training has arrived, which means we’re stretching and loosening up for the 2021 Giant Race Series Presented by Alaska Airlines! Join us as we virtually run through Scottsdale, Sacramento, San Jose and San Francisco. Registration...
March 1, 2021
UTMB® Mont-Blanc: registration update
An adapted registration process Registrations for the 2021 edition of the UTMB® Mont-Blanc are now closed, marking the end of an extended registration period. Due to the exceptional situation in 2020, registration took place over several stages, giving runners the best possible chance to gain entry. 2% chance of registering...
March 1, 2021
RunFAR Racing Services Supports The Woodlands Marathon for a Safe Return to Racing
(The Woodlands, Texas) One of the last major events in Texas before the pandemic, the 10th annual The Woodlands Marathon (TWM) – with guidance from governmental entities, health authorities and life safety personnel - is set to happen on schedule as one of the largest in the Lone Star state...
March 1, 2021
Cirrus Cycles launches Kinekt Ambassador Program, hopes to showcase diverse use of suspension products
Bellingham, Wash. (March 1, 2021) - Cirrus Cycles, the maker of the Kinekt suspension post and the Kinekt stem, is pleased to announce the launch of its first ambassador program. The goal of the Kinekt Ambassador Program is to showcase how riders in various disciplines of bike riding can benefit...
February 26, 2021
New Date, New Course Announced for Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon and 5K
SAN DIEGO – February 26, 2021 – The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K today announced a new fall race date of Sunday, November 6th and will celebrate five years running in 2021. Also new this year, the half-marathon will feature a new loop course that will start and...
February 26, 2021
The Case for Running ‘Naked’: Ditch the Electronics for a Happier, Healthier Run
Most runners make their strides weighed down by watches, cellphones, iPods, and a whole assemblage of other smart wearables. But sometimes it’s better to hit the trail “naked” - without the distraction of gadgets. GearJunkie
February 26, 2021
The SOS Curacao Offers Crypto Prize Purse
Willemstad, Curacao - The SOS Curacao March 12, 2022 looks to blaze a new path in the Triathlon world by offering Bitcoin as part of the prize purse to Athletes! Foundation Tri Curacao and PC Racing are looking to make the SOS Curacao a house hold name and by implementing...
February 26, 2021
2021 DONNA Marathon Champions Announced
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. (Feb. 2021) – The 14th DONNA Marathon concluded Sunday, February 14 with thousands of runners from all 50 states, 627 cities and nine countries participating virtually. For this year’s race, which went virtual with the theme of “Everywhere, Together,” runners completed their own course and submitted times for review. This...
February 25, 2021
The dos and don’ts of Strava
If you’re new to Strava, there are a few dos and don’ts you should know about. In fact, even if you’ve used Strava for years, it’s worth reviewing these dos and don’ts (specifically the don’ts, just to make sure you’re not doing anything that might annoy your followers). Canadian Running Magazine
February 25, 2021
Super League Triathlon Shortlisted For Sports Technology Awards 2021
Super League Triathlon has been recognized for its outstanding innovation by being shortlisted in the prestigious Sports Technology Awards 2021. Super League’s new format, the SLT Arena Games, which blends in real life and virtual racing, debuted last year in Rotterdam and proved a massive hit both among fans and...
February 25, 2021
Credit Union Cherry Blossom Virtual Run Offers Runners Chance To Celebrate National Cherry Blossom Festival Wherever They Are
February 25, 2021, Washington, DC: While this year’s in-person Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run, 5K Run-Walk, and all the usual race weekend activities have been postponed until September 10 – 12, 2021, race organizers have been busy planning for the upcoming Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile and...
February 25, 2021
Nate Boyer Cruised Through Austin Marathon Course, Reaches Fundraising Goal
AUSTIN, Texas, February 25, 2021 - On Saturday morning, Feb. 13, Nate Boyer toed the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon start line ready to take on his first 26.2-miler. He was joined on that sub-freezing morning by Austin Marathon staff on bikes and the Ascension Seton support truck. Despite the Austin...
February 24, 2021
Headline: Super League Triathlon’s first London event to be broadcast live in the UK by BBC
The SLT Arena Games Powered by Zwift is heading to London on March 27 and viewers across the UK will be able to tune in to Super League's innovative blend of in real life and virtual racing live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website from 3pm. A host of...
February 24, 2021
Crews Subaru Continues as Title Sponsor of 2021 She Tris Sprint Triathlon Events
Charleston, SC - Crews Subaru confirmed this month they will return as the title sponsor of all three 2021 She Tris Sprint Triathlon events to take place this year. The series will kick off on May 23rd in a new venue (Hobcaw Yacht Club, Mt. Pleasant) with a sprint triathlon...