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March 18, 2021
Nike Beats Earnings but Misses Revenue Estimates Amid Port Congestion Delays and Store Closures
For the three months ended Feb. 28, the sportswear giant logged earnings that rose 71% to $1.4 billion, or 90 cents per share, trouncing the 76 cents per share analysts predicted. Revenues, on the other hand, increased 3% to $10.4 billion but fell sizably short of analysts’ forecasts of $11.02...
March 18, 2021
L.A. cycling studios are reopening. Can they pry people away from their Peloton bikes?
According to a recent survey by Wedbush, 20% of pre-pandemic gymgoers have purchased at-home gym equipment — a brand-new chunk of the market that could pose a huge threat to bricks-and-mortar operations. In addition, 12% of pre-pandemic gymgoers said they were somewhat likely to cancel or not renew their gym...
March 18, 2021
ATRA’s 25th Anniversary Challenge – spring edition – opens registration
Colorado Springs, CO - The American Trail Running Association (ATRA) has opened registration for its spring virtual challenge. This is the third in a series of challenges designed by ATRA to celebrate its 25th anniversary and inspire the community to experience the outdoors and enjoy the trails whether running, walking, or...
March 18, 2021
USA Triathlon Announces 2021 Paratriathlon Development Race Series
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced the four events that will make up the 2021 Paratriathlon Development Race Series, a set of races for emerging paratriathletes who aspire to compete at a future Paralympic Games. Participants will be able to gain experience racing at the national level, and...
March 18, 2021
Super League Triathlon Appoints Aurora Media Worldwide As Global Broadcast Partner
Aurora will help Super League to drive further innovation and build on the success of both its Championship Series and the SLT Arena Games. Specialising in the development and production of live, premium global sports events such as Formula-E and Extreme-E, Aurora Media is recognised as a creator of innovative,...
March 18, 2021
2021 Cyclocross National Championships Coming to DuPage County
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced today the date and location of the 2021 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships. The event, scheduled for December 7-12, 2021, will return to DuPage County, Ill., at Cantigny Park, where racers will compete among the military tank park. Attendees of the National Championships...
March 18, 2021
Athlete and Activist Alison Mariella Désir Brings Meaning Thru Movement To Global Audience
MARCH 18, 2021- After a highly successful outing in 2020 with thousands of attendees in seven countries, the Meaning Thru Movement Tour will kick off for a second season this Saturday, March 20. Created and hosted by athlete and activist Alison Mariella Désir and presented by HOKA ONE ONE, these...
March 17, 2021
Electric bike sales in the U.S. grew 145% from 2019 to 2020
Spurred on by the coronavirus pandemic, bicycle sales rose 65% in the United States between 2019 and 2020, according to a report in the New York Times. Researchers at the NPD Group, which supplied the findings, also claim that electric bike sales grew by 145% in the same period. Cycling Industry...
March 17, 2021
Barkley Marathons book documents race’s 15 finishers
If you follow trail running or ultrarunning, odds are you know about the Barkley Marathons which has had only 15 finishers in its 35-year history. A new book titled The Finishers tells the stories of those 15 Barkley Marathons finishers, as well as the tale of the event itself, through...
March 17, 2021
The Pro’s Closet Introduces Cafe Ride Conversation Series
(Boulder, CO – March, 2021)- The Pro’s Closet is excited to announce the launch of its Cafe Ride conversation series. This series of biweekly panel discussions will be held virtually and features women from across the bike community discussing a wide range of topics designed to inspire, educate, and connect...