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June 24, 2021
A Fit for Every Body: REI Co-op Announces Expanded Apparel Sizing
The retailer will soon offer up to women’s size 20 in a core group of activities. Yoga, hiking, snow sports, running, fitness, swimming, and cycling are at the top of the list. Not only will it offer gear in a wider range of sizes, but it will also commit to...
June 23, 2021
For fun: An Olympic Runner and Pro Cyclist Squared Off in a Fitness Challenge
A new video on The Running Channel amps up the rivalry between runners and cyclists as it sets out to determine once and for all who are the most formidable athletes. In the video, middle-distance runner Andy Baddeley, who represented Britain at the Beijing Olympics in 2008, challenge road racing...
June 23, 2021
Bird launches new e-bike and Smart Bikeshare platform to meet demand for eco-friendly transportation
Bird has announced the addition of shared e-bikes to its fleet of micro-electric vehicles, as well as the launch of the Bird Bike. Bird currently operates e-scooters in more than 250 cities globally and will bring its shared bikes and Smart Bikeshare platform to select cities this year. BikeBiz
June 23, 2021
UCI suspends Doltcini-Van Eyck manager Marc Bracke for three years in harassment case
Doltcini-Van Eyck general manager Marc Bracke has been handed a three-year suspension for violating the UCI’s code of ethics following an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment. VeloNews
June 22, 2021
NBC Sports will still broadcast the Tour de France this year. Here’s the full TV schedule
Here's how to watch the Tour de France broadcast in the United States and Canada. VeloNews
June 22, 2021
Peloton Using Corporate Wellness Plan to Gain New Users
The fitness company announced that it is rolling out a new corporate wellness program for businesses which will provide “employees access to innovative mental and physical resources,” including the Peloton app and discounts on Peloton hardware. Samsung and Wayfair are among the first companies to sign up for the program, gaining...
June 17, 2021
Tour de France to hold women’s cycling race in July 2022
A women's version of the Tour de France will be held in 2022 with a start on Paris' iconic Champs-Elysees boulevard after the conclusion of the men's race, organizers announced Thursday. The "Tour de France Femmes" aims to become a permanent fixture on the women's world tour cycling calendar after...
June 17, 2021
Kristen Faulkner files legal challenge to USA Cycling’s Olympic women’s road selection
U.S. rider Kristen Faulkner has filed a legal complaint with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee to challenge USA Cycling’s selection of the women’s road team for the upcoming 2021 Olympics in Tokyo. VeloNews
June 17, 2021
ZWIFT Signs on as Title Sponsor Tour de France Femmes
The women’s Tour de France is well and truly in the works, now with the backing of Zwift as their presenting partner. Zwift confirmed on Thursday that they will partner with the A.S.O. to create the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in 2022. Furthermore, the virtual platform has signed...
June 17, 2021
Continued Malaysia lockdown means Shimano and Kent will keep factories closed through June 28
The Malaysia government has ordered a COVID-19 lockdown to continue at least until June 28, extending the closure of bike factories there by at least another two weeks. BRAIN