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April 10, 2021
2021 Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships in Milwaukee Sold Out
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced that the Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group Sprint and Olympic-Distance National Championships, scheduled for Aug. 6-8 in Milwaukee, are sold out. While both National Championship divisions are at capacity, a limited number of spots remain available for the sprint- and Olympic-distance Time...
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April 10, 2021
Race Roster Continues Support for Running Industry, Returns as Title Sponsor for 2022 and 2023 Running USA Conference
(April 10, 2021) - Race Roster, a trusted technology partner for thousands of endurance events, will continue its support of the Running USA Industry Conference, the leading education and networking event for running event professionals in North America. The 2022 Running USA Industry Conference will be held in-person in February...
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April 9, 2021
Boston Marathon runners may have to produce negative virus tests
Participants in this year’s Boston Marathon may be required to show proof of up to two negative COVID-19 tests before the race even if they have been vaccinated. Boston.com
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April 9, 2021
February bike imports continue surge
The U.S. brought in 1.38 million bikes in the month, worth $119 million. That's 74% more bikes than in February 2020 and 26% more in value, according to import statistics released by the Department of Commerce this week. Bicycle Retailer
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April 9, 2021
KINeSYS Announces 2021 Champions
Vancouver, Canada - After launching their Brand Ambassador Program in the summer of 2019, North America’s leader in active sun care, KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen, has again activated their successful Ambassador Program for 2021. The 2021 Champion Team has grown in numbers with the selection of 65+ individuals who represent the...
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April 9, 2021
RunSignup Launches RaceDay Photos V2.0 Advancement
April 9, 2021 – Moorestown, NJ – GiveSignup | RunSignup announces RaceDay Photos V2.0 now with an artificial intelligence optimized bib tag recognition system. As part of RaceDay Photos V2.0 release, RunSignup has integrated with Tagily, a powerful bib tag recognition system crafted specifically around the unique needs of outdoor...
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April 8, 2021
The Boston Marathon will add an additional $25 COVID-19 fee for in-person runners this year.
The Boston Athletic Association said the additional fee will cover “additional precautions focused on the health and safety of participants, volunteers, vendors, staff, community members, and the general public.” CBSN
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April 8, 2021
Vibram Announced Executive Leadership Changes
Eric Rosen, a 20-year veteran of the brand, will retire in April, and in conjunction with his departure, Vibram announces changes to its senior management team. SGB Media
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April 8, 2021
The Shoes You Can Subscribe To
On Running, a shoe company affiliated with Roger Federer, is carving out a unique space among runners with a shoe you can swap out for a new pair whenever they get too run-down. Its new shoe, the Cyclon, is recyclable and made from castor beans. Castor oil, long used for medicinal...
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April 8, 2021
Forget Running — Why Walking Is a Big Opportunity for Footwear Brands Right Now
A study conducted in late March by Rockport and First Insight found that over half of Americans (53%) are now walking 1 to 5 miles more each day than they did pre-pandemic. And they seemingly have developed a regular habit, with 36% walking at least 1 to 2 miles and...
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April 8, 2021
Lance Armstrong’s son Luke arrested on sexual assault charges
The 21-year-old is accused of assaulting a 16-year-old girl in his father's home in 2018. Cycling News The affidavit, obtained by Texan television station KXAN, says that the then-18-year-old sexually assaulted a 16-year-old after a party in Austin in March of 2018. The girl reported the incident in November 2020, telling...
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April 8, 2021
Strong Elite Field set for 18th XTERRA Rotorua Off-Road Tri
The XTERRA Rotorua Festival off-road triathlon elite races this Saturday, April 10, in the enchanting Whakarewarewa Forest have the feel of a cracking, pre-COVID-like showdown with big names in top shape going toe-to-toe on one of the finest XTERRA courses in the world. While outsiders may think it’s hard to...
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April 8, 2021
5k Registration Opens for the 2021 Crown City Classic
Coronado, CA – April 8, 2021 – The 48th annual Crown City Classic opened registration for the 5k distance today. One of the best Independence Day themed running events in the United States, the 4th of July tradition annually welcomes over 2,000 athletes to one of San Diego’s most beautiful places to run. The 2021 Crown City Classic...
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April 8, 2021
The Fleet Feet Liberty Mile Returns to a Start Line in Downtown Pittsburgh this Summer
PITTSBURGH (April 8, 2021) – Downtown Pittsburgh’s only night time road race will bring runners back downtown for a “night at the races” on July 23, 2021. The one-mile race includes recreational, competitive and professional heats. The race has been consistently recognized as one of the “The 35 Most Iconic...
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April 8, 2021
INFINIT Nutrition Announces 2021 Team INFINIT Elite Roster
Cincinnati, OH, April 8, 2021 – INFINIT Nutrition, the original all-in-one custom sports drink company is pleased to announce its 2021 Team INFINIT Elite roster. Seventeen athletes are returning from the 2020 roster with three new members joining the team for 2021 including Olympian and professional triathlete, Ben Kanute along...
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April 7, 2021
JBI back online in limited capacity after ransomware attack
Global wholesale distributor JBI was back online in a limited capacity Wednesday after a ransomware attack last week shut down its website. Bicycle Retailer
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April 7, 2021
adidas’ New Sustainable Ultraboost Sneakers Are Made of Abandoned Fishing Nets
Each shoe is equipped with Primeblue — a high-performance material made partly with Parley ocean plastic, which is spun from upcycled plastic waste collected from beaches and coastal communities.
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April 7, 2021
Supersapiens Announced as Title Partner of The IRONMAN World Championship and Multiple IRONMAN European Events
TAMPA, Fla. / ATLANTA, Ga. / LONDON (April 6, 2021) – It is arguably already the most talked-about device in all of endurance sports, but expect the hype to increase further as today, Supersapiens and IRONMAN announced a major expansion of their recent agreement, which will include title partnership for the...
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April 7, 2021
IRONMAN VR Team Challenge heads to Europe, Middle East, and Africa as the Live Broadcast Racing Format Enters Round Two Airing Exclusively On The IRONMAN Now Facebook Watch Page
LONDON / TAMPA, Fla. (April 7, 2021) – Following the completion of the first round of the IRONMAN® VR™ Team Challenge that featured teams from North America, the competition will head oversees to Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) bringing a new region into the mix. The new live broadcast racing...
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April 7, 2021
Brompton Bicycle Grows U.S. Footprint Despite Brexit, Supply Chain Impacts
NEW YORK – Brompton Bicycle, the London-based manufacturer of the iconic Brompton folding bike, opened its U.S. flagship store in the West Village just three years ago, but is thriving in the face of two major business-impacting events of the past year, Brexit and the worldwide supply chain bottlenecks tied...
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April 7, 2021
Former Pro Cyclist Phil Gaimon and Friends Launch Preem TV On YouTube
(Los Angeles, CA) - Preem TV, a new content channel for cyclists of all abilities and interests, officially announces its launch on YouTube (link). The brainchild of the larger Preem team, Preem TV will be the home for cyclists to draw inspiration, information, and connection about their time on two...
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April 7, 2021
BibRave Adds Industry Veterans Tony Yamanaka and Alex Curtis to Its Full-Time Ranks
Portland, OR - BibRave, the leading-edge endurance and fitness marketing agency, recently added two full-time staff members - Tony Yamanaka, 10+ year industry veteran and VP of Operations at Events Southwest, and Alex Curtis, former Brand Manager at Science in Sport. Yamanaka joins Team BibRave as Brand Partnerships Director, bringing...
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April 7, 2021
Fast Talk Laboratories Now Offers Coaching Guidance and Testing for Cyclists and Triathletes
April 7, 2021 – Boulder, Colorado, USA –Fast Talk Laboratories, the new sport science community and virtual performance center, is now offering testing and coaching services for cyclists and triathletes. Fast Talk Laboratories offers cyclists and triathletes innovative, science-based ways to achieve any goal and solve any problem through two...
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April 7, 2021
Featured Aircraft Revealed For Third Race In Virtual Series
The History & Heritage Race Series, powered by the Air Force Marathon, will hold six virtual races throughout the year. Each race will feature its own historical aircraft vital to the U.S. Air Force’s past. The first race in the series featured the F-111 Aardvark and the second race featured...
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April 7, 2021
Healthy Kids Running Series Partnering with RunDoyen Coaches to Motivate Participants
Healthy Kids Running Series is partnering with RunDoyen, the leading source of online coaching for runners, to motivate its participants and their families to live active healthy lifestyles. Healthy Kids Running Series is the largest co-ed youth running series offering a five-week program for children aged 2 to 14. Each...