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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
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June 17, 2021
Kryptonite Adds New Security Options for E-Bike Owners
Canton, MA, USA– E-bikes are one of the fastest-growing and most expensive cycling categories, two of the chief reasons they have become top targets for theft nationwide. With the COVID-19 pandemic spurring unprecedented bike industry growth last year (according to NPD data[1]) and as more people purchase bikes for recreation...
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June 17, 2021
Chris Froome, new BKOOL ambassador
Just a few days after announcing his participation in the Tour de France, having overcome his serious injury, Chris Froome becomes the face of BKOOL, an indoor cycling simulator with which he is perfecting his preparation for the French competition. BKOOL is a virtual cycling app which allows you to...
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June 17, 2021
The Pedalitaly PARMA Virtual Race visits the cultural heart of Emilia-Romagna
Parma, Italy / June 18, 2021 The PedalItaly Parma Virtual Race on ROUVY is set for June 22nd, free and open for everyone. Cycling enthusiasts from all over the world are invited to discover the heart of the Parma Apennines from home. The 1:1 augmented course represents immersive racing over...
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June 17, 2021
The 2021 EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler Returns In-Person Nov. 7
PITTSBURGH, PA (June 17, 2021) – Registration is officially open for the 2021 EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler, which will be in person with a virtual option, allowing all runners to participate wherever they are. Participants can get excited for the in-person start line and Pittsburgh-themed miles that will bring runners’...
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June 17, 2021
USA Cycling Launches “We Champion,” an Ongoing Initiative to Increase Access, Participation, and Excellence in Cycling
June 17, 2021 (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)- The We Champion initiative, kicking off on USA Cycling’s 100-year anniversary, highlights the organization’s past, current, and new commitments to cycling for all Americans. With over 33 million riders joining or rejoining the sport in 2020, We Champion seeks to make more Americans healthier,...
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June 17, 2021
PEARL iZUMi’s Pedal to Zero™ Initiative Calculates Pedaling Distance to Balance Out the Impact of Garments
LOUISVILLE, Colo. (June 17, 2021) — PEARL iZUMi, the worldwide leader in cycling apparel and footwear, is excited to launch Pedal to Zero™, a first-of-its-kind initiative to motivate and inspire people to choose bicycles as an alternative form of transportation. Every garment in PEARL iZUMi’s new BikeStyle Spring 2022 collection will include...
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June 17, 2021
Carmel Marathon Weekend to Return on April 9, 2022 with the Addition of Prestigious Global Ranking Series
CARMEL, Ind. (June 17, 2021) – CRRG Events is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Carmel Marathon Weekend will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2022. In addition, the event has been chosen to take part in the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) Wanda Age Group World Ranking Qualifying Series,...
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June 17, 2021
ethos Signs Partnership with Zone3 USA for 2021 Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon
BOSTON – June 17, 2021 – ethos, the mass participation event organization that presents the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon, has announced a partnership with Zone3 USA. The partnership makes Zone3 USA the Official Swim Partner of the 2021 Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon. The annual event will return to...
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June 17, 2021
RunSignup Launches RaceDay Scoring for Cross Country Events
June 17, 2021 – Moorestown, NJ – GiveSignup | RunSignup announces the new release of RaceDay Scoring for Cross Country events. This latest advancement in RaceDay Scoring broadens industry timers’ applications to include cross country events. This release deploys features and functionality that address the rules and situations that are...
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June 17, 2021
Commit Now, Set Your Goal and Register for the 2021 SDCCU OC Running Festival
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. –Its Orange County’s favorite springtime running tradition, this year taking place in the fall. The 17th annual SDCCU OC Marathon Running Festival is set to return live and in-person the weekend of November 6-7, 2021. The twice-postponed race will include a sunset 5k on Saturday and 13.1-mile...
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June 17, 2021
June 28th Marks the 40-Year Anniversary of Professional Road Running
Portland, OR — Distance running changed forever on June 28, 1981, when top road racers competed in the Cascade Run Off in Portland, Oregon, thereby challenging amateur rules that prevented them from accepting prize money, signing endorsement contracts, and otherwise competing as professionals. The concerted action of those who toed...
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June 17, 2021
Brent Bookwalter Will Retire After Storied Career
Asheville, NC, 17 June 2021 -- American professional cyclist Brent Bookwalter announced Thursday that he will retire from the sport at the end of the 2021 season. This ends an incredible 16-year career that saw the 37-year-old achieve accolades including helping Cadel Evans win the Tour de France (2011), representing the...
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June 16, 2021
Behind Team Psycho’s Storied History of Supporting Olympic Dreams
You've probably never heard of Team Psycho, but you're definitely familiar with the long line of elite triathletes who've been supported by the Boston-based triathlon club. Triathlete
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June 16, 2021
Buffalo Marathon Weekend to be First Large Marathon in New York to Return to Under Normal Conditions
Buffalo, NY June 16, 2021 - With yesterday's announcement by Governor Cuomo that all restrictions have been lifted, we are thrilled to announce we will be returning to a normal race that includes a single start with spectators allowed. We were one of the first large races in the country to postpone...
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June 16, 2021
Intermountain Healthcare Joins USA Cycling as Official Healthcare Services Provider
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced today their new partnership with Intermountain Healthcare, as Official Healthcare Services Provider. Intermountain is a medical service provider in Utah, Idaho, and Nevada. The organization will be providing medical services for the USA Cycling National Team and Olympic Development Academy. “In an effort...
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June 16, 2021
USA Triathlon Announces 2020 U.S Olympic Triathlon Team
SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon today announced its 2020 U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team, comprised of the five athletes who will represent the United States in triathlon competition at this summer’s Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Kevin McDowell (Geneva, Ill.) and Katie Zaferes (Cary, N.C.) were newly announced to the roster, joining Summer...
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June 16, 2021
NYCRUNS Brooklyn Marathon & Half Marathon 2022 Announcement
Brooklyn, NY—Today, Brooklyn-based race production company, New York City Runs (NYCRUNS) announced an exciting new course for its flagship Brooklyn Marathon and Half Marathon to be held for the tenth time on a new spring date, April 24, 2022, pending final permitting. The new course, a tour de force of...
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June 16, 2021
Giro announces New Hires within Marketing Team
(June 16, 2021 – Scotts Valley, CA) Giro Sport Design, the cycling world’s design leader, today announced several key hires and promotions in a move to expand their brand and marketing team. Peter Nicholson joins as Brand Manager, Giro Bike while Eric Richter moves into a new role as Bell,...
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June 16, 2021
‘YAMAGUCHI Virtual RIDE FESTA in Tsunoshima’, an augmented ROUVY race around the iconic tourist island on June 20th
Yamaguchi, Japan / June 16th, 2021 - Tsunoshima is an island with a population of 900, located in the northwest of Yamaguchi Prefecture, rising from the Sea of Japan. The beautiful scenery here is similar to the scenic beaches of lands to the south. The Great Tsunoshima Bridge is one...
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June 16, 2021
RunSignup | GiveSignup Opens Registration for Virtual Summer Symposium in July 2021
GiveSignup | RunSignup, the leading technology provider for US fundraising and endurance events, opened registration for their upcoming Virtual Summer Symposium taking place July 21-22, 2021.This virtual event focuses on helping event organizers and nonprofits adjust to changes in the industry and get back to in-person and hybrid events now....
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June 16, 2021
Reddiyo Introduces An In-App Workout Player Bringing Cyclists Closer To Their Goals
Denver, COLORADO - Reddiyo, a dynamic cycling training app, announces the release of their new, in-app workout player, allowing cyclists to use their training plans without the need of a head unit. Users can operate the workout player directly in the app to track interval progress and record their ride...
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June 16, 2021
Momentous Bolsters Athlete Ambassador Team with Morgan Pearson Partnership
(JACKSON HOLE, WY—June 16, 2021) – Momentous, a premium sports nutrition company known for its line of NSF-certified protein powders and supplements, has teamed up with leading triathlete Morgan Pearson. He joins an elite team that also includes leading runners Emma Coburn, Emma Bates, and Molly Seidel, climber Alex Honnold, CrossFit...
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June 16, 2021
L’Alpe d’Huez headlines GFNY La Vaujany
NEW YORK CITY, Jun 16, 2021 – As France enters summer season, GFNY racing continues to get back on track with the inaugural GFNY Vaujany where two assaults from different sides on the infamous L’Alpe d’Huez climb will test the best of climbers this weekend, Sunday, June 20. While the...
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June 15, 2021
Malaysia lockdown for Shimano and Kent continues
Malaysia lockdown for Shimano and Kent continues
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