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February 21, 2023

Trail Ultra Project: New Report Analyzes the Habits and Characteristics of Trail Runners and Ultrarunners

The project began with a survey launched in 2022 — which we invited you to participate in — which took a deep dive into the habits of trail runners and ultrarunners, and the demographics that make up our diverse community. Almost a year on, having received more than 1,000 responses...

February 21, 2023

Brooks Running achieves record revenue in 2022, builds momentum into the new year

Brooks Running crossed the finish line in 2022 with record global revenue, up 6% over 2021 with growth in all regions, and direct-to-consumer sales up 16%. The brand navigated supply chain obstacles during the first half of the year, returning to complete inventories in the back half with a record...

February 21, 2023

Fox Factory Acquires Custom Wheel House

Fox Factory Holding Corp. agreed to acquire Custom Wheel House, LLC (CWH) from Thompson Street Capital Partners and other sellers for $131.6 million. This acquisition complements Fox’s upfitting and lift kit business and broadens its product offering in a growing automotive industry segment. SGB Media

February 21, 2023

Porsche assumes complete ownership of Greyp e-bike brand

After acquiring a majority interest in the Greyp in 2021, Porsche announced it has assumed complete ownership of the e-bike brand. The sports car manufacturer's venture capital segment, Porsche Ventures, had held about a 10% stake in Greyp since 2018. Bicycle Retailer

February 21, 2023

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Epic Races Announces New Partnership with Puma

Ann Arbor, MI (February 21, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Ann Arbor-based race company, Epic Races, today announced global sports brand PUMA as the official running shoe of Epic Races. PUMA will support Epic Races’ 4 running races: Ann Arbor Goddess Run presented by Ann Arbor Sports Commission, Ann Arbor Firecracker...

February 21, 2023

Supersapiens Proudly Continuing Mallorca 312 Partnership

ATLANTA, 21 February 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Spanish event features stunning roads and some of the toughest climbs on the island, meaning glucose management is essential for all participants. “The synergies between Supersapiens as a product and Mallorca 312 as an event are clear and evident. Add in Phil’s cycling...

February 20, 2023

USA Triathlon Foundation Board of Trustees Elects Four New Officers

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Alex Egan was today announced as the Chair of the USA Triathlon Foundation Board of Trustees following the Board’s 2022 officer elections. Egan, who became a trustee in 2020, succeeds outgoing Foundation Trustee Chair Stephen Ban, who held the position for the past two years. The...

February 20, 2023

Pho3nix Welcomes Professional Cyclist to The Team

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Pho3nix Foundation today announces Australian professional cyclist Freddy Ovett as the latest member of its Pho3nix Team. As a sport nonprofit committed to engaging and inspiring children through sport, the Pho3nix Foundation appoints as its ambassadors athletes with a shared commitment to reaching the pinnacle of...

February 20, 2023

Jack Moody and Grace Thek Race to Resounding Victory at Challenge Wanaka

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - In a race filled with excitement, thrills and spectacle, Jack Moody and Grace Thek took the win at Challenge Wanaka. While there was plenty of action throughout the race, the two strongest athletes both won the race with their unrivalled runs. In the men's race Mike Phillips...

February 20, 2023

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Charm City Run Events Launches 2023 the ASICS Susquehanna River Running Festival

Baltimore, MD — February 20, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Charm City Run Events announces their newest signature race in partnership with the Al Cesky Scholarship Fund, the ASICS Susquehanna River Running Festival on September 23, 2023. Featuring Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races, participants will enjoy the small-town hospitality and waterfront views...

February 18, 2023

12 Finishers of the Original 1978 Hawaii Ironman Triathlon to be Inducted into USA Triathlon Hall of Fame

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The 12 finishers of the original Hawaii Ironman Triathlon held 45 years ago today, Feb. 18, off the coast of Hawaii’s Waikiki Beach today were announced as the 12th induction class of the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame. The 12 finishers of the original Hawaii Ironman...

February 17, 2023

Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree Dies After Arizona Marathon

Pierre Lipton, 26, started the Mesa Marathon at 6:30 a.m. on February 4, chasing a personal best. After 26.2 miles running 7:15 mile pace, Lipton crossed the finish line in 3:10:05, a new PR. A few steps from the finish line, he collapsed near paramedics. They tried CPR unsuccessfully and...

February 17, 2023

Shimano forecasts 21% sales drop in 2023

In its fourth quarter and full-year financial results report, the company forecast that 2023 sales in its bike components business will produce 396 billion yen ($2.95 billion), down from the 517 million yen recorded in 2022, a 23% drop. Bike component sales make up about 79% of Shimano’s business with...

February 17, 2023

Join Team Make-A-Wish®; Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island Named Official Charity Partner for the 2023 Providence Marathon

PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island is teaming up with Ventures Endurance, part of Gannett's USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, as the official charity partner of the 2023 Providence Marathon and Half Marathon. The race runs through historic downtown sites on Sunday, May 7 and offers scenic...

February 17, 2023

Alchemy Bikes Increases Rear Travel on Two Arktos MTBs; Pre-Order Now

Golden, Colorado (February 17, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Addressing what they see as the future of mountain bike design, Alchemy Bikes – a leading fabricator-to-rider boutique bike manufacturer – is updating its critically acclaimed Arktos line of full-suspension carbon mountain bikes for 2023 with longer rear travel on two of its most...

February 17, 2023

2023 Sea Otter Classic Summit to Host Can’t-Miss Outdoor Industry Event

MONTEREY, Calif. (Feb. 17, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Sea Otter Classic Summit produced by Life Time, is set to host an industry-exclusive dinner at the Monterey Bay Aquarium on April 19, 2023 - the final day of the renowned Summit. The Monterey Bay Aquarium provides a one-of-a-kind backdrop for this unique...

February 17, 2023

Strava’s trying to make route planning easier by crowdsourcing photos from users

You can find route photos for any sport featured in the Routes section of the app, including running, trail running, walking, hikes, rides, mountain bike rides, and gravel rides. According to Strava, the platform has roughly 2.3 million photos from 200 million user-uploaded public activities in the past year to...

February 17, 2023

The IRONMAN Foundation Celebrates 20th Anniversary

TAMPA, Fla. (Feb. 17, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - This month, The IRONMAN Foundation, whose mission is to create positive, tangible change in IRONMAN® and Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series race communities through grant funding and volunteerism, kicks off the celebration of its 20th anniversary of service. Since its inception in...

February 17, 2023

Best Bike Split Announces 2023 Season Partners

Austin, TX /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Best Bike Split, the leading provider of race-pacing technology and analysis, is proud to announce its continued support of the World's top Men's and Women's cycling teams in 2023. The company will sponsor teams competing at the highest UCI World Tour level, including CANYON//SRAM, Trek-Segafredo,...

February 17, 2023

The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Weekend Kicks Off Today

AUSTIN, Texas, February 17, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k is set to take place this weekend in Austin, Texas. Highlights of this world-class event include three race distances for participants of all speeds and abilities, the Health & Fitness Expo, and a 3-block-long...

February 16, 2023

Three Perspectives on Ironman’s Controversial New Open Category and Transgender Policy

In a larger press release sent out on February 6, Ironman announced the creation of a new Open participatory division, with the hopes of “[providing] a welcoming and inclusive field for able-bodied athletes that cannot or do not wish to race in a competitive age or gender group.” The press...

February 16, 2023

AbbottWMM Global Run Club launches The Road to the Majors

MEDIA ALERT February 16, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The AbbottWMM Global Run Club today launched a virtual six-race half marathon series - The Road to the Majors – to give runners on their Six Star journey additional chances to enter draws for the Abbott World Marathon Majors they still need to accomplish. For each...

February 16, 2023

SMITH Announces New Partnership with Santa Cruz RockShox Pro XC Team

Portland, Oregon (February 16, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Smith is excited to announce this week its global partnership with the Santa Cruz RockShox Pro XC team as the official supplier of bike helmets and performance eyewear for the 2023-2024 seasons. The UCI World Cup Santa Cruz RockShox Pro XC team is...

February 16, 2023

USA Triathlon Releases 2023 Multisport Competition Rules

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – USA Triathlon today released the USA Triathlon 2023 Multisport Competition Rules, a comprehensive new ruleset that aligns USA Triathlon’s competition rules with the global standards set by World Triathlon. The 2023 Multisport Competition Rules will go into effect on March 15. "This has been several years...

February 16, 2023

USA Triathlon Launches New Youth and Junior Premier Membership

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – USA Triathlon today announced the launch of its Youth and Junior Premier Membership, a new membership for youth and teenage athletes that is valid from the date of purchase until the athlete’s 18th birthday. With a host of benefits at a one-time purchase price of only...