LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS
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May 16, 2022
Run Tucson Announces Coveted 2022 Gabe Zimmerman Triple Crown Series Medallion
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The artwork for the coveted 2022 Gabe Zimmerman Triple Crown medallion has been released and registration for the three-race series is now open. Developed by Ashworth Awards and Run Tucson, the coaster features elements of the Sonoran Desert, the City of Tucson, and the unique aspects of Tucson’s popular...
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May 15, 2022
Thousands of Participants Took to the Streets and Boardwalk of Atlantic City for The Inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (May 15, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Thousands of runners and walkers alike took to the streets and the famous Atlantic City boardwalk this weekend for the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Atlantic City. Bringing the Fun to the Run® with music and community support through the event, participants...
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May 14, 2022
Adidas & Other Companies Accused of $109 Million Worth of Wage Theft in Cambodia
Adidas is refuting claims that it stole millions of dollars worth of wages from garment workers. The Clean Clothes Campaign, an activist group that advocates for workers, said in a recent blog post that Adidas and other brands had collectively failed to pay Cambodian garment workers an estimated $109 million in wages...
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May 14, 2022
BibBoards Patent: The One and Only Fastening Clips
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - May 14, 2022 BibBoards are One-of-A-Kind BibBoards are the only solution to replacing your safety pins on race day. And now, Biboards are the only patented and trademarked product of their kind. When you order your BibBoards or partner with the company you can be sure that...
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May 13, 2022
The Trail Ultra Project: Have Your Say in the Story of North American and British Off-Road Endurance Running
The off-road running communities of Britain and North America might be separated by thousands of miles, many time zones, and the great Atlantic Ocean, but they share a lot of common ground. The recently launched Trail Ultra Project aims to provide a comprehensive account of the rapidly growing sports of...
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May 13, 2022
Ultimate Direction Announces its 2022 Athlete Team Roster
BOULDER – May 13, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Ultimate Direction, creator of innovative products that help support self-propelled athletes at all stages of skill find their stride and improve performance, is pleased to announce its 2022 athlete team roster. Celebrating the unique pursuits and interests in the sport of running...
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May 13, 2022
ShowcasedTeam UCAN Athlete Emily Sisson Sets American Half Marathon Record
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – A few months ago, Olympian Emily Sisson shared her excitement around the competitiveness that currently exists in U.S. women’s distance running. “Every single race, I feel like people are going after records,” she said. “It kind of makes everyone raise their game.” Now, she’s at the top of...
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May 13, 2022
RunSignup Announces New Release of RaceDay CheckIn App
May 13, 2022/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Moorestown, NJ - RunSignup, the leading registration provider for U.S. endurance events, announces its latest release of the RaceDay CheckIn App for greater race day efficiencies. Available for Android and iOS devices. The new release of the free RaceDay Check-In app is one of the most...
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May 12, 2022
UltrAspire and Brooks Partner for an Athlete Collaboration
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - As a young man Bryce Thatcher found his passion for moving quickly and efficiently in the mountains. At that time, there were limited options for mountain running gear which led Bryce to design and build his own. Among his custom equipment, Bryce wore a pair of Brooks...
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May 12, 2022
CTS Welcomes Cliff Pittman to Ultrarunning Coaching Staff
(Colorado Springs, May 12, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – CTS, a pioneer in the endurance coaching and camps industry, today announced the addition of Cliff Pittman to the growing CTS Ultrarunning coaching staff. Pittman is the fourth coach to be hired in 2022, joining Addison Smith, Kerry Bonar, and Izzy Forrest. All four...
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May 12, 2022
ShowcasedRunning legend Gary Robbins joins Run Show Chicago lineup
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Gary Robbins, globally recognised endurance athlete from Chilliwack, BC, will join an all-star lineup at the inaugural Run Show Chicago, set to take place on June 4-5 at the DES Convention Center. Robbins will join Olympic athlete, Carl Lewis, ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes, Mirna Valerio aka The Mirnavator and professional...
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May 12, 2022
Jacky Hunt-Broersma: Aspirational Cancer Survivor & World Record Holder for 104 marathons joins Run Show Chicago line-up
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Jacky Hunt-Broersma, world renown American amputee ultramarathon runner and cancer survivor from Arizona will join an incredible line up of athletes at the launch of Run Show Chicago set to take place on June 4-5 at the DES Convention Center. Hunt-Broersma will join Olympic athlete, Carl Lewis, running...
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May 12, 2022
Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge, largest US adventure race, returns Memorial Day weekend
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge returns on May 28, 2022, as the largest adventure race in the United States, with 3-hour, 8-hour and 18-hour editions. Taking place in and around Wausau, Wisconsin, the 2022 Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge has once again sold out, with entries capped at 500...
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May 11, 2022
Race Cancellations: The New Permanent Reality
For the majority of ultrarunning’s history in North America, race cancellations were the rare exception to the norm of races going on as scheduled. Yes, there were notable exceptions such as a fire year at the Western States 100, both fire and snow years at the Hardrock 100, and a...
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May 11, 2022
Darn Tough Vermont (R) Becomes Official Sock Partner for US Trail Running Conference
Estes Park (May 11, 2022) - Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference, have announced that Darn Tough Vermont has become the Official Sock Partner of the 2022 Conference. Darn Tough Vermont is an American manufacturer of premium all-weather running, outdoor and lifestyle socks, backed up by...
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May 11, 2022
Golden Gate Half Marathon and Sports Basement Announce 2022 Partnership
SAN FRANCISCO – May 11, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Golden Gate Half Marathon today announced a new partnership with Bay Area-based specialty retailer Sports Basement to welcome thousands of participants to San Francisco on Sunday, November 6, 2022. The classic California half-marathon is the original race in the Bay...
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May 11, 2022
Run Tucson Announces Prize Money for June 4th TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k and Festival of Miles
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – With over $2,400 in prize money at stake in multiple races on June 4th, the TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run has become a popular race among athletes from around the Southwest. The largest race in Tucson, with over 2000 registrants, features handfuls of regional elite athletes taking aim...
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May 11, 2022
39th Annual Run for Education Returns to San Ramon Valley This October
SAN RAMON, Calif. (May 11, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Following two years of virtual runs, the biggest family event of the year is returning to San Ramon Valley with a weekend of in-person events. The 39th edition of the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation’s annual Run for Education will be held on Sunday,...
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May 10, 2022
CTS Announces Strong Slate of Partnerships for 2022
Colorado Springs, CO – May 10, 2022/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – In its 22nd year at the forefront of the endurance coaching industry, CTS is proud to announce a bevy of partnerships that enhance athlete experience, improve performance, and provide CTS Coaches with the best tools to work with their athletes. New Partners...
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May 10, 2022
After five-year break, Little Rock’s Dirtiest 5k is Back!
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 10, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – After a five-year hiatus, registration for the Mud Run – affectionately known as Little Rock’s Dirtiest 5K – opens today. The 2022 return of the Mud Run is slated for Wednesday, July 27, at 6 p.m. in War Memorial Park, and is a...
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May 10, 2022
KINeSYS Sunscreen Partners with Another Mother Runner
10th May 2022, Vancouver, Canada /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - North America’s leader in active sun care, KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen, is excited to announce their partnership with Another Mother Runner, the 110k+ strong, vibrant and inclusive community of female runners. Co-founded by Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell, AMR connects via in-person retreats,...
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May 10, 2022
Sportstats relies on RACE RESULT timing technology at Bloomsday Run
Boulder/Ottawa May 6, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Almost 25,000 runners returned to Spokane Washington last weekend for the Lilac Bloomsday Run. The largest sports timing company in the world, Sportstats, was on site with RACE RESULT timing technology to provide runners and spectators with live race results and mile splits. The...
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May 10, 2022
Antarctica Marathon® Race Directors Join Oceanites Board of Directors
Boston, MA (May 10, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Marathon Tours & Travel (MTT) is pleased to announce that Founder/CEO Thom Gilligan and President Jeff Adams were elected to the Board of Directors of Oceanites – a research based nonprofit organization focused on the effects of climate change and tourism on...
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May 10, 2022
Natural Grocers® Returns as Sponsor for 2022 Denver Colfax Marathon
LAKEWOOD, Colo. (May 10, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Natural Grocers® is proud to be a returning corporate sponsor for the 2022 16th annual Denver Colfax Marathon (May 13 – 15). The largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S. will also have a strong presence at this year’s Health and...
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May 9, 2022
ShowcasedBOA Technology Dials In New Marketing Campaign, Expanding Consumer Outreach
Denver, CO (May 9, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ –BOA® Technology – makers of the BOA Fit System – dials in new global brand campaign, as it expands its marketing to speak more directly to consumers. The campaign focuses on pioneering athletes across the brand’s key segments – snowboarders, road cyclists, trail runners, downhill...