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January 11, 2024
Bikes could soon use AI to think for themselves, Shimano patent suggests
Published earlier this week, the patent for a “learning model” details a product that draws on artificial intelligence (AI) to control dropper seatposts, front suspension and saddle tilt. The device, a small screen attached to the handlebar, is designed to learn from a rider’s preferences in different situations, in order...
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January 10, 2024
Giant Group Sees Another Steep Decline in December Revenues
Giant Group reported consolidated sales were NT$76.95 billion for full-year 2023 through December, a decrease of 16.4 percent compared to the 2022 full-year period. December revenues were down 25.8 percent to NT$4.17 billion, compared to NT$5.62 billion in December 2022. Still, the Taiwan-based bike manufacturing group, which reports in New...
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January 10, 2024
Nike’s Record-Breaking Marathon Sneaker Will Return With a New Colorway in April
The latest iteration of Nike’s record-breaking marathon franchise helped ring in the new year, and unsurprisingly, the Alphafly 3 sold out immediately. Those still looking to get their hands on the top-of-the-line runner will be relieved to find out that the sneaker will return in April with a new (and...
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January 8, 2024
Scam Alert: Pivot Cycles Warns Against Fake Vendors Offering High Discounts
Pivot Cycles has raised the alarm about fraudulent websites and social media accounts attempting to deceive potential buyers, usually with enticing discounts on their high-end bicycles. The company warned consumers, urging them to exercise caution and be vigilant against falling victim to these scams. Pivot leaders clarified that they don’t...
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January 5, 2024
Oscar Pistorius freed from jail 11 years after murdering girlfriend
South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation inured to violence against women. Pistorius - dubbed "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs - shot 29-year-old model Steenkamp dead...
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January 4, 2024
America’s Favorite Half Marathons
HalfMarathons.net launched their first vote for the best half marathons in the United States. Voting runs through the end of January. Four winners will be selected to receive prizes from partners training app Runna, retail partner Marathon Sports, and tour operator Rogue Expeditions. The winners will also have their entry to any one...
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January 4, 2024
Peloton to bring its content to TikTok in exclusive partnership
Fitness equipment maker Peloton Interactive (PTON.O) will bring its workout content to short-form video platform TikTok in an exclusive partnership, the companies said on Thursday. The partnership comes as Peloton, shares of which extended gains to jump 9.5% in premarket trading, is pivoting from hardware and transforming into a software-focused...
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January 3, 2024
Red Bull acquires controlling stake in Bora-Hansgrohe
According to a notice published on Austria’s Federal Competition Authority, which was spotted by keen-eyed observers and posted on Twitter/X, Red Bull has acquired a 51 per cent stake in the German WorldTour cycling outfit. The notice, filed under the category of merger control and described as a “planned purchase...
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January 3, 2024
Chipotle and Strava Want to Give You Free Guac
On Tuesday, Chipotle Mexican Grill announced a partnership with Strava, the digital fitness tracking giant, “to encourage and reward healthy habits this year.” The burrito and bowl chain has become the first restaurant brand to build customized streak and segment-based challenges on Strava. According to press release from Chipotle, the...
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January 3, 2024
Gwen Jorgensen announces new bike sponsor for 2024
We’re waiting on a number of bike sponsor announcements over the next little bit, but we can start 2024 off with the news that 2016 Olympic champion Gwen Jorgensen will be riding a Canyon as she looks to try and make the US Olympic team for Paris this summer. In...
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January 3, 2024
Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but it’s no performance-enhancer
In one previous survey of cannabis users, Bryan’s research group found that a whopping 80% had used before or shortly after exercise. Yet very little research has been done at the intersection of the two. For the study, Bryan and Gibson recruited 42 Boulder-area volunteers who already run while using...
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January 1, 2024
Former cycling world champion charged with killing wife after ‘running her over’
Former world cycling champion Rohan Dennis, 33, has been released on bail until he appears in court on 13 March 2024 after Melissa Hoskins died from injuries sustained near their Adelaide home in Australia. The Australian was charged with causing death by dangerous driving after his wife was killed outside...
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January 1, 2024
25 Best Moments in Olympic and Paralympic Triathlon History
On 16 September 2000, short-course triathlon was beamed to a global audience. Set against a Sydney Opera House backdrop, the world's very best male and female triathletes showed the world what it meant to be an endurance athlete. By the end of the day, six athletes were presented with medals...
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December 28, 2023
Who made the most triathlon prize money in 2023?
Long-distance racers dominated the prize money lists in 2023, according to the detailed analysis by Trirating.com’s Thorsten Radde. While two of the top-five money earners from the year did compete in short-course races, the lion’s share of their income came from Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and Ironman races. Here’s a...
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December 22, 2023
Muuvr secures $4.16 million in post-seed funding round
Muuvr, the activity app that motivates runners, cyclists, and triathletes to be more active through rewards and community, has announced a significant investment into the brand’s future. The $4.16 million secured capital will fuel the next chapter of Muuvr’s growth strategy. This includes advancements in app development, marketing and acquisition...
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December 20, 2023
2 accused of robbing Lance Armstrong’s storage unit; over $100K in bikes stolen
Two Austin men are accused of stealing more than $100,000 of high-end bicycles and parts from the storage unit of seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, according to arrest affidavits. Police allege Shaun Thompson, 36, and Ethan Harms, 33, burglarized Armstrong’s ExtraSpace Storage Unit and took four Trek road...
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December 19, 2023
Nike Sues Sneaker Reseller For Allegedly Running ‘Organized Counterfeit Trafficking Community’
Nike is coming after a sneaker reseller that it claims sells fake Swoosh-branded shoes. The lawsuit describes Fox as the “ringleader of an organized counterfeit trafficking community” on messaging platform Discord that assists members in purchasing counterfeit goods. Nike also accused Fox of selling his wares via a website launched...
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December 18, 2023
Wolverine Transforming Saucony and Merrell Model in China
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. said it plans to shift its Merrell and Saucony businesses in China from a joint venture model with Xtep to a license and distribution rights model. It also agreed it sell its Asia-based Wolverine Leathers business. Both actions are expected to simplify Wolvderine’s business model and...
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December 18, 2023
Running will keep your memory sharp and help prevent Alzheimer’s, new research shows
Your run is more than a workout for your muscles–it’s keeping your brain healthy, as well. Researchers out of the University of Zurich have unraveled the protective effects of physical and social activities on the brain health of older adults, as reported in Neuroscience News. While we often celebrate the cardiovascular...
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December 16, 2023
Organizers of ultramarathon in which 21 runners died jailed in China
Organisers of a 2021 ultramarathon in north-west China during which 21 runners died in extreme weather conditions have been sentenced to years in prison for their roles, state media reported. Five individuals involved in planning the ill-fated event were given jail terms ranging from three to five and a half years by...
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December 15, 2023
Warner Bros moves cycling coverage from GCN+ to Max
The Max streaming channel will add more than 300 live pro cycling events in February, picking up events previously streamed on GCN+, including the Giro d'Italia, the UCI Mountain Bike World Series, UCI Track Champions League, and classic one-day races including E3 Saxo Bank Classic, and Kuurne–Brussels–Kuurne. BRAIN
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December 14, 2023
Why Are Triathletes Renting Bikes for World Championships?
The bond between triathlete and bicycle is deep and complex, just ask the thousands of triathletes with pet names for their bicycles. So, this begs the question, why would someone rent a bicycle to race an Ironman—especially when that might have been the reason for the bike purchase in the...
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December 14, 2023
STRAVA’S YEAR IN SPORT 2023 AWARDS: THE WINNERS
Introducing Strava’s Year In Sport Award winners. This group of athletes, creators, and clubs stood out from the crowd and motivated us to keep moving in 2023. Strava
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December 14, 2023
Jumbo-Visma is selling its Tour de France bikes
The festive season is upon us, and Jumbo-Visma superfans the world over are grappling with what memorabilia to put on their list for Santa. Perhaps they want a GC Kuss t-shirt, or a copy of the team’s Officially Licensed Children’s Book, Look, I can do it, a 12-page cycling manifesto...
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December 13, 2023
Peloton Unveils Key Insights on Gen Z, Inclusivity in Fitness
Eight months after a total company rebrand that welcomed new fitness enthusiasts across a variety of demographics, Peloton has released ‘The Peloton Report: A Fitness Journey,’ which unearths what motivates (and hinders) progress, how consumers pursue fitness, what they hope to achieve, and how they use tech on their fitness...