LATEST TRIATHLON NEWS

February 4, 2021

2021 Ambassadors Announced for Race Day Events

Race Day Events is proud to announce their 2021 Ambassadors. “We love connecting with the endurance sports community and launching our ambassador program allows us to expand that reach even further,” Director of Marketing Victoria Rouse said. “This is our inaugural year for the program, and we’re excited to build...

February 2, 2021

Innerforce partners with AFSP to increase awareness on athletes’ mental health.

Innerforce, the leading brand of custom apparel, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) today announced a partnership to work side-by-side on increasing awareness in the sports industry about the importance of athletes’ mental health. They’ll be running a year-long fundraising effort to support the work of the foundation....

February 1, 2021

USA Triathlon Partners with Compeed as Exclusive Blister Care Partner Through 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced a partnership with Compeed, an expert brand of hydrocolloid gel cushions for the treatment and prevention of blisters, as the organization’s Exclusive Blister Care Partner through 2023. Compeed Advanced Blister Care cushions use hydrocolloid technology, an active gel with moisture absorbing particles,...

January 29, 2021

The International Association of Black Triathletes Launches FREE – Nationwide NCAA/Collegiate Club Virtual COMBINE

Baltimore, MD. - The International Association of Black Triathletes (IABT) is a national humanitarian nonprofit dedicated to providing advancement for urban youth and communities they represent through the sport of triathlon by being a gateway to reduce academic and health disparities and to increase opportunities for collegiate studies, internships, and...

January 29, 2021

Fast Talk Sports Science Podcast Explores Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries

Boulder, Colorado, USA – Fast Talk, the sports science podcast, has just released Episode 148: The Causes and Effects of Concussions and TBIs. During this episode, hosts Chris Case and Trevor Connor, speak with Dr. Steven Broglio, director of the University of Michigan Concussion Center and NeuroTrauma Research Laboratory. Dr....

January 28, 2021

Ultraman World Champion Dede Griesbauer Joins Team UCAN

The Ultraman World Record holder, Dede Griesbauer, has officially joined Team UCAN. Dede, at age 49, broke the world record at Ultraman Florida 2020 by over an hour with a time of 22 hours 48 minutes and 31 seconds and won the women's race by nearly 4 hours. Dede had...

January 27, 2021

FORM Smart Swim Goggles Now Connect to Leading Swim Spas

Vancouver, BC, January 27, 2020 — FORM, the sports wearable technology company behind the FORM Smart Swim Goggles, today announced its partnership with Jacuzzi Brands LLC swim spas. Through the partnership, FORM will bring an exclusive connected swim spa experience to their FORM Smart Swim Goggles and Jacuzzi brands swim...

January 27, 2021

RunSignup | GiveSignup’s Annual RaceTrends Report Shows 48.1% Participation Decline, Gradual Recovery

Moorestown, NJ – RunSignup | GiveSignup released their Annual RaceTrends Report evaluating the state of the endurance industry. The impact of COVID-19 was reflected in every data point for 2020 as the evolution of events from in-person to virtual and back again caused eye-catching participation declines, shifts in marketing strategies, and an increased...

January 26, 2021

deboer wetsuits partners with 2019 Ironman European Champion, Skye Moench

Stamford, CT, Release: January 26, 2021. deboer wetsuits is proud to announce its partnership with Skye Moench.  In 2019 Moench staked her claim as one of the top long course triathletes in the world when she won the Ironman European Championship in Frankfurt, and followed that up with a win...

January 25, 2021

‘Fat But Healthy?’ New Research Suggests Fitness Doesn’t Cancel Obesity’s Negative Health Effect

Leading an active lifestyle is not enough to counter the negative effects of being overweight on heart health, according to new research challenging the idea that fitness is more important than weight in leading a healthy lifestyle, and prompting calls for policymakers to rethink health initiatives that prioritize physical activity...

January 25, 2021

Scott Sternberg Appointed to USA Triathlon Board of Directors

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced that Scott Sternberg, a Greenwich, Connecticut-based media and technology executive, has been appointed to the USA Triathlon Board of Directors. Sternberg will serve as an Independent Director for a two-year term starting in January 2021. Sternberg has worked at companies such as...

January 25, 2021

HITS Endurance Announces Rebrand to Alpha Win

Saugerties, NY - HITS Endurance, a leading endurance race management group, announced today a rebrand of its identity and mission that reflects a deep dedication to athletes and their commitment to excellence in competition and health and wellness.  At the heart of this rebranding is a change of the company...

January 24, 2021

That’s a Wrap: More Than 1,000 Attend Endurance Exchange Virtual Industry Conference

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The second annual Endurance Exchange, the premier industry-wide conference for endurance sports hosted by USA Triathlon, came to a close Saturday after three days of education, inspiration and connection in and around the multisport community. The virtual event drew more than 1,000 total attendees — nearly...

January 22, 2021

Malibu Triathlon Announces 2021 Race Dates

Malibu Triathlon presented by Bank of America is delighted to confirm its 2021 race weekend will be held on September 25-26. This year’s Age Group races will feature the event’s prestigious Classic and Olympic distances. The Classic distance is a 0.5 mile swim, 17 mile bike and 4 mile run,...

January 22, 2021

Minoura Announces 2021 Lineup of Trainers, Providing Smart Training Options

Minoura has announced their 2021 trainer lineup, highlighting the variety of options available depending on individual rider’s needs, goals and budgets. The line-up includes the bluetooth and ANT+ enabled Smart Turbo Kagura series, traditional wheel drive trainers, hybrid rollers and classic roller options. “At Minoura, we understand the important role...

January 21, 2021

USA Triathlon and Pocket Outdoor Media Join Forces to Drive Triathlon Participation

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon and Pocket Outdoor Media, publishers of Triathlete Magazine, today announced a partnership in which they will produce a joint magazine for all USA Triathlon Annual Members and Triathlete subscribers. The partnership also gives USA Triathlon Annual Members access to Triathlete Pass, a hub of...

January 21, 2021

Professional Triathletes Organisation Announces Martin Turner as Executive Producer for The Collins Cup

LONDON, ENGLAND: The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) today announced that it has enlisted the talents of multi award winning director and producer Martin Turner to head the broadcast coverage for the PTO’s flagship event - The Collins Cup. The Collins Cup will bring together the greatest professional triathletes in the...

January 21, 2021

Kyle Coon Named USABA Program and SafeSport Coordinator

COLORADO SPRINGS (January 21, 2021) – The United States Association of Blind Athletes is pleased to announce Kyle Coon as the organization’s Program and SafeSport Coordinator. In this position, he is responsible for planning, implementing and providing logistical management for various USABA events and programs. Since losing his sight at...

January 20, 2021

Challenge Family and ABUS conclude three-year agreement

In a year in which the safety of athletes plays a more prominent role than ever before, CHALLENGE FAMILY and ABUS are more than satisfied to announce a three-year partnership to take athletes' safety to the next level. This safety that comes with this partnership logically has nothing to do with the...

January 20, 2021

RunSignup | GiveSignup Releases Photos 2.0 to Increase Participant Engagement

RunSignup | GiveSignup has released the 2.0 version of their free photo platform for endurance events and nonprofit ticket events. With hybrid events (those with both in-person and virtual elements) overtaking the 2021 event scene, Photos 2.0 creates a central hub for an event celebration including all participants. The free...

January 20, 2021

Zwift Appoints YuChiang Cheng As Chief Product Officer to accelerate its product and customer experience

(LONG BEACH) - Zwift, the online training platform for cyclists, runners and triathletes worldwide, has today announced the appointment of YuChiang Cheng who joins as Chief Product Officer where he will own the end-to-end customer experience of Zwift’s products; driving customer value, innovation and quality. Cheng will lead Product Design...

January 19, 2021

CTS Welcomes 5 New Coaches Specializing for Ultrarunning, Triathlon, and Cycling

(Colorado Springs, January 19, 2021) – CTS, a pioneer in the endurance coaching and camps industry, today announced five new additions to their staff of 50+ professional coaches. Patrick McGlade, Jackson Brill, Tamara Kozulina, Matthew Wisthoff, and Harley Nunan bring unique strengths to the CTS Coaching Staff and are available...

January 15, 2021

Race Management Companies Above The Fold Events & Sport Promotions and Team Magic Announce Merger, Restructuring

Nashville, TN – Tennessee-based race management companies Above The Fold Events & Sport Promotions and Team Magic today announced the merger of their companies effective January 14, 2021. Team Magic, founded in the late 1980s and now one of the nation’s largest full-service race management companies, will add to its...

January 14, 2021

Leslie Jordan, Inc ‘Warms Up’ 2021 with New Fleece-Bottom Gaiters

Portland, OR – Jan. 14 , 2021 - Leslie Jordan Inc, the brand that race directors count on, is adding a NEW Fleece-Bottom Gaiter to their line of face coverings. In 2020 they added reusable branded cloth masks to their product line. For 2021 they are adding fleece to the...

January 13, 2021

Muncie, Indiana to Host Full-Distance IRONMAN Triathlon in 2021

MUNCIE, Ind. / TAMPA, Fla. (January 13, 2021) – Following the sellout of all 12 full-distance IRONMAN® triathlons across the United States and Canada in 2021, The IRONMAN Group today announced the addition of a new full-distance IRONMAN triathlon that will take place in the long-standing IRONMAN partner city of...