LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS
April 10, 2021
Western States, GU Energy Labs Reach Sponsorship Agreement
AUBURN, California – The Western States Endurance Run (WSER) and GU Energy Labs are proud to announce that GU Energy Labs is now the exclusive performance nutrition sponsor for Western States. “We are so excited to have GU as our exclusive nutrition sponsor,” said Diana Fitzpatrick, president of the Western...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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
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
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...
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...