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July 1, 2021
Ridepanda receives $3.75 million in financing from four investors
E-commerce company Ridepanda announced it received a combined $3.75 million in financing from investors to help meet demand for its electric vehicles, which include e-bikes. In addition to e-bikes, Ridepanda offers e-mopeds and e-scooters with financing, extended warranties, and customer services, including assembly at home or at a nearby shop. BRAIN
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July 1, 2021
Rwandan marathon runner thrown off Tokyo 2020 team for breaking COVID-19 rules
Rwandan marathon runner Félicien Muhitira has been thrown off the country's team for the delayed Olympic Games in Tokyo after breaching COVID-19 rules at a training camp. The Rwanda National Olympic and Sports Committee (RNOSC) said Muhitira had left the camp in at a hotel in Nyamata without the permission...
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July 1, 2021
Tour de France drops lawsuit after crash, probe still ongoing
The Tour de France has withdrawn a lawsuit against a spectator who caused a massive pile-up during the first stage of the race in northwest French region of Brittany but French police continue to investigate the incident. Local prosecutor Camille Miansoni told a news conference on Thursday that the probe was...
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July 1, 2021
The DONNA Foundation Announces New Dates and Details for the 2022 DONNA Marathon Weekend
July 1, 2021 — JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The DONNA Foundation today announced new details for 15th Anniversary of the National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer, including new host venues and a shift in dates to February 4-6, 2022. While the race was conducted virtually in 2021, organizers anticipate an estimated...
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July 1, 2021
Thousand and CHPT3 Team Up to Create Striking New Twist on Classic Chapter Helmet
LOS ANGELES (July 1, 2021)-- Thousand, creators of classically-designed and innovative bicycle helmets, today announced a design collaboration with British bicycling brand, CHPT3, and the availability of the limited edition CHPT3 x Thousand Barrivell Chapter Helmet. Inspired by the architecture and history of CHPT3 founder, David Millar’s, second home city...
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July 1, 2021
Hyland’s Announces Official Team for San Diego Belgian Waffle Ride
LOS ANGELES – July 1, 2021 –Hyland’s, a trusted leader in products to support a healthy, active lifestyle, today announced their official team for the first Belgian Waffle Ride of 2021, known as the Canyon BWR or the “Hell of the West.” Led by coach and elite cyclist Paul Thomas,...
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July 1, 2021
PeopleForBikes Announces Spring 2021 Bike Industry Community Grants Recipients
BOULDER, Colo. (July 1, 2021)— PeopleForBikes, a national bicycling advocacy and industry trade organization dedicated to putting more people on bikes more often and making biking better for everyone, announced its latest round of community grants. After a short hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the latest grant round for...
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July 1, 2021
2004 U.S. Olympic Triathlete and IRONMAN Champion Andy Potts Named Ambassador for USA Triathlon Foundation
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The USA Triathlon Foundation today announced that 2004 U.S. Olympian and decorated long course triathlete Andy Potts will serve as a Professional Athlete Ambassador to the Foundation for the 2021 season and beyond. In his role as an Ambassador, Potts will focus on raising awareness for...
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July 1, 2021
rabbit Launches PRO Trail Collection – Inspired by Amanda Basham, Eric Senseman & Hayden Hawks
July 1st, 2021. Santa Barbara, California — rabbit launches the PRO Trail Collection, inspired by three professional trail athletes that run on the rabbitPRO team: Amanda Basham, Eric Senseman and Hayden Hawks. The PRO Trail Collection is comprised of three individual capsules, one for each athlete, consisting of particular pieces to...
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July 1, 2021
globalbike, a US-based nonprofit supporting sustainable bike philanthropy among women in rural Tanzania, launches its 1st virtual challenge, ‘Race to Kilimanjaro’ with ROUVY
July 1st, 2021 Outdoor activities The “Race to Kilimanjaro” will include 3 races. Two races are aimed at endurance athletes, a distance challenge, “Kili to the Coast” at 239 miles and an altitude challenge, “The Kili Climb” at 16,082 feet. A third race at 59 miles, The Bike Shop Tour, ...
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July 1, 2021
Jackpot Ultra Running Festival Opens for Early-Bird Registration
HENDERSON, NEVADA – July 1, 2021 – The 9th Annual Jackpot Ultra Running Festival is now open for discounted early-bird registration. Sin City’s premier endurance running event returns to Cornerstone Park in Southern Nevada February 11-14, 2022 with an increased prize pool, expanded time limits and new master division age...
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July 1, 2021
Zoot Sports Adds Rising Triathlon Star Sophie Watts to their Ohana
July 1st, 2016; Carlsbad, CA - Zoot Sports, the industry leader in triathlon apparel, is proud to welcome triathlete Sophie Watts, into its Elite roster of professional Triathletes. The multi-year partnership will have Watts training and racing in Zoot Apparel, Wetsuits and Swimskins. Representing the U.S.A, 27-year old Sophie Watts exploded...
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July 1, 2021
Fast Talk Laboratories Introduces Pathways™, a “Master Class” for Endurance Sports
July 1, 2021 – Boulder, Colorado, USA – Fast Talk Laboratories, the fast-growing sport science community and virtual performance center, is pleased to introduce Pathways, a new way to explore concepts, master skills, and solve training challenges. Pathways are collections of expert articles, videos, and podcast episodes that dive deep into...
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July 1, 2021
deboer wetsuits introduces the Groove 1.0 wetsuit
Stamford, CT. July 1, 2021. deboer wetsuits is proud to introduce the Groove 1.0 wetsuit. The Groove 1.0 wetsuit retains the characteristics deboer wetsuits is known for – incredible flexibility and optimal buoyancy, while also incorporating a rugged design to stand up to the rigors of everyday training. The Groove 1.0 is...
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June 30, 2021
Mary Cain launches professional women’s running team
Mary Cain has announced the launch of her new professional women’s running team, Atalanta New York. Cain previously ran for Alberto Salazar and the Nike Oregon Project (NOP), and in 2019, four years after leaving the team, she opened up about the emotional and physical abuse she endured in her...
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June 30, 2021
From She Tris to NCAA at Newberry College
Charleston, SC (June 2021). She Tris Sprint Triathlon events, known for their beginner friendly and encouraging triathlon environment, sees many first time triathletes cross the finish line. Many times, the finish line is the goal, but in May, one first time athlete, Samantha Duncan, took things to a new level....
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June 30, 2021
New Issue of Race Director Magazine Available from Running USA
(July 1, 2021) - Running USA, the non-profit trade association for the sport of road running, is excited to announce that the second issue of Race Director Magazine (RDM) is now available for readers interested in the running industry to explore and enjoy. “We couldn't have been more pleased with the...
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June 30, 2021
Hoka One One Taps Industry Veteran Matt Rask to Take Its Footwear Design to the Next Level
Prior to Hoka One One, the 20-year industry vet held senior design positions at athletic behemoths Nike and Under Armour, and launched his own industrial design service company, Jackalope Studios, where he worked with outdoor leaders including Patagonia and Keen. Footwear News
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June 30, 2021
Spectator who caused Tour de France crash arrested
The spectator who caused a massive pile-up during the first stage of the Tour de France has been arrested after presenting herself at a police station. The spectator, a 30-year-old French woman, is in custody at a police station in Landerneau, Brittany, the northwest French region where the Tour de France...
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June 30, 2021
Adidas Launches Share Buyback Program
Adidas said its Executive Board has decided to launch a share buyback program in the second half of 2021 amid confidence the company’s latest strategy, ‘Own the Game,’ would generate “substantial” cumulative free cash flow over the next five years. SGBMedia
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June 30, 2021
The Abbott World Marathon Majors Global Marathon returns this November
Second edition of virtual marathon brings runners aged 18+ together wherever in the world they are running Runners aged 40+ can qualify for 2022 Age Group World Championships Live leaderboard for all finishers and exclusive finishers medal and hat for premium entrants The second edition of the Abbott World Marathon...
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June 30, 2021
48 years and running for Coronado’s Crown City Classic
CORONADO - June 30, 2021 - Restaurants are packed again with indoor dining. SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo are open for business. Baseball fans have returned to Petco Park for the Padres, with no limit on attendance. After more than a year of masks and restrictions because of COVID-19,...
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June 30, 2021
Twin Cities In Motion partners with MarathonFoto to capture athletes’ images at Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend as their official race photography provider.
Twin Cities In Motion is ready to move forward with Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend this fall and when they do, they will partner with MarathonFoto as their official race photographer. MarathonFoto will provide participants in Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend, which takes place October 2nd and 3rd, with a selection...
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June 29, 2021
He Felt Like Running: 100 Days, 100 Ironman-Length Triathlons
James Lawrence completed 100 Ironman-distance races in 100 days. He brought a whole community — and a nonprofit that has come under scrutiny — along with him. NYT
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June 29, 2021
UltrAspire Elite Kyle Pietari Secures a 6th Place Western States Finish
St. George, Utah. Anticipation to toe the line was at an all time high for Western States after a year of almost no racing for the trail running community. Kyle, who has 4 consecutive top 10 WSER finishes under his belt, is looking to make this year his 5th. In spectacular...