PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the running, cycling and triathlon industries. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
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July 2, 2021
Maryland Cycling Classic Postponed to ’22 Amid COVID Challenges
BALTIMORE, Maryland– The Maryland Cycling Classic, America’s top one-day professional race, has announced the postponement of the event, scheduled for September 5, 2021, due to post-COVID conditions not aligning with the standards necessitated for a world-class event. “From the beginning, our aspirations have been a world-class professional cycling race in...
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July 2, 2021
ROAD iD and the Paul Sherwen Project Team Up for the Tour de France, Fueling Skills Training for Young Women in East Africa.
ROAD iD, the premiere line of wearable identification products for cyclists and the Paul Sherwen Project, the foundation created to honor Tour de France commentator and former professional cyclist, the late Paul Sherwen, join forces again to announce the launch of the 2021 Limited Edition Paul Sherwen Project Wrist ID...
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July 2, 2021
July 4th Final Day to Sign Up for Cascade Run Off Redux Virtual 15K and Receive Classic T-Shirt
Portland, OR — Just two days left for running enthusiasts to sign up for Cascade Run Off Redux, an event that celebrates the birth of professional running at the 1981 Cascade Run Off in Portland, Oregon. Those who sign up by end of day on July 4th, whether they intend...
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July 2, 2021
2021 Rose Bowl 5k returns Fourth of July weekend
PASADENA – This weekend, running events will return to Los Angeles County, this time with thousands of athletes at the start line. Traditionally held in conjunction with the Rose Bowl Half Marathon, the 2021 Rose Bowl 5k will take place as a stand along event over two days on Friday,...
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July 1, 2021
Copper Triangle Springs Back to Life in 2021
Copper Mountain, Colo. — It’s all up from here! A full 79 miles, 6,500 elevation gain. Need we say more? Coming to you on Aug. 7 2021! Registration is open now. Registration is limited to the first 3,000 riders, so don’t miss out. The Roll Massif Copper Triangle is a...
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July 1, 2021
Pensacola Sport’s Ray Palmer Elected Board Treasurer of Sports ETA
Pensacola, Fla. – Sports Events and Tourism Association (Sports ETA) announced new board leadership as elected at the Annual General Membership Meeting this week. Ray Palmer, STS, of Pensacola Sports was elected Board Treasurer. “It’s an honor to be selected by my peers to represent them on our industry’s national...
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July 1, 2021
New Holland Brewing Wins 2021 West Michigan Best and Brightest Award
Holland, MI (July 1, 2021) -- New Holland Brewing, recently included among the top-50 craft breweries in America, is proud to announce that the company has been awarded the 2021 West Michigan and National Best and Brightest Award. Having won both the 2020 West Michigan Best and Brightest, and the...
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July 1, 2021
The DONNA Foundation Announces New Dates and Details for the 2022 DONNA Marathon Weekend
July 1, 2021 — JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The DONNA Foundation today announced new details for 15th Anniversary of the National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer, including new host venues and a shift in dates to February 4-6, 2022. While the race was conducted virtually in 2021, organizers anticipate an estimated...
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July 1, 2021
Decathlon Sends First American Athlete Ambassadors to 2021 Tokyo Olympics
SAN FRANCISCO (July 1st, 2021)— Decathlon, the world’s largest sporting goods retailer, is proud to announce that two sponsored athletes, paralympic swimmer, Jamal Hill, and racewalker Robyn Stevens, have qualified for the Tokyo Summer Olympics and will be the first Team USA athletes to represent the French brand at the...
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July 1, 2021
Thousand and CHPT3 Team Up to Create Striking New Twist on Classic Chapter Helmet
LOS ANGELES (July 1, 2021)-- Thousand, creators of classically-designed and innovative bicycle helmets, today announced a design collaboration with British bicycling brand, CHPT3, and the availability of the limited edition CHPT3 x Thousand Barrivell Chapter Helmet. Inspired by the architecture and history of CHPT3 founder, David Millar’s, second home city...
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July 1, 2021
Hyland’s Announces Official Team for San Diego Belgian Waffle Ride
LOS ANGELES – July 1, 2021 –Hyland’s, a trusted leader in products to support a healthy, active lifestyle, today announced their official team for the first Belgian Waffle Ride of 2021, known as the Canyon BWR or the “Hell of the West.” Led by coach and elite cyclist Paul Thomas,...
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July 1, 2021
PeopleForBikes Announces Spring 2021 Bike Industry Community Grants Recipients
BOULDER, Colo. (July 1, 2021)— PeopleForBikes, a national bicycling advocacy and industry trade organization dedicated to putting more people on bikes more often and making biking better for everyone, announced its latest round of community grants. After a short hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the latest grant round for...
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July 1, 2021
2004 U.S. Olympic Triathlete and IRONMAN Champion Andy Potts Named Ambassador for USA Triathlon Foundation
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The USA Triathlon Foundation today announced that 2004 U.S. Olympian and decorated long course triathlete Andy Potts will serve as a Professional Athlete Ambassador to the Foundation for the 2021 season and beyond. In his role as an Ambassador, Potts will focus on raising awareness for...
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July 1, 2021
rabbit Launches PRO Trail Collection – Inspired by Amanda Basham, Eric Senseman & Hayden Hawks
July 1st, 2021. Santa Barbara, California — rabbit launches the PRO Trail Collection, inspired by three professional trail athletes that run on the rabbitPRO team: Amanda Basham, Eric Senseman and Hayden Hawks. The PRO Trail Collection is comprised of three individual capsules, one for each athlete, consisting of particular pieces to...
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July 1, 2021
globalbike, a US-based nonprofit supporting sustainable bike philanthropy among women in rural Tanzania, launches its 1st virtual challenge, ‘Race to Kilimanjaro’ with ROUVY
July 1st, 2021 Outdoor activities The “Race to Kilimanjaro” will include 3 races. Two races are aimed at endurance athletes, a distance challenge, “Kili to the Coast” at 239 miles and an altitude challenge, “The Kili Climb” at 16,082 feet. A third race at 59 miles, The Bike Shop Tour, ...
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July 1, 2021
Jackpot Ultra Running Festival Opens for Early-Bird Registration
HENDERSON, NEVADA – July 1, 2021 – The 9th Annual Jackpot Ultra Running Festival is now open for discounted early-bird registration. Sin City’s premier endurance running event returns to Cornerstone Park in Southern Nevada February 11-14, 2022 with an increased prize pool, expanded time limits and new master division age...
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July 1, 2021
Onewheel x Thousand: Introducing a new special edition Onewheel x Thousand helmet
SANTA CRUZ - June 30, 2020 - Future Motion, makers of the popular Onewheel product line and Thousand, maker of stylish, high-performance helmets announced a new Thousand x Onewheel collaboration helmet, now available on Onewheel.com for $90. “Thousand helmets are one of the few helmets that we actually get compliments...
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July 1, 2021
Zoot Sports Adds Rising Triathlon Star Sophie Watts to their Ohana
July 1st, 2016; Carlsbad, CA - Zoot Sports, the industry leader in triathlon apparel, is proud to welcome triathlete Sophie Watts, into its Elite roster of professional Triathletes. The multi-year partnership will have Watts training and racing in Zoot Apparel, Wetsuits and Swimskins. Representing the U.S.A, 27-year old Sophie Watts exploded...
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July 1, 2021
Fast Talk Laboratories Introduces Pathways™, a “Master Class” for Endurance Sports
July 1, 2021 – Boulder, Colorado, USA – Fast Talk Laboratories, the fast-growing sport science community and virtual performance center, is pleased to introduce Pathways, a new way to explore concepts, master skills, and solve training challenges. Pathways are collections of expert articles, videos, and podcast episodes that dive deep into...
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July 1, 2021
deboer wetsuits introduces the Groove 1.0 wetsuit
Stamford, CT. July 1, 2021. deboer wetsuits is proud to introduce the Groove 1.0 wetsuit. The Groove 1.0 wetsuit retains the characteristics deboer wetsuits is known for – incredible flexibility and optimal buoyancy, while also incorporating a rugged design to stand up to the rigors of everyday training. The Groove 1.0 is...
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June 30, 2021
National Forest Foundation Celebrates National Forest Week
Missoula, MT (June 30, 2021)- The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally-chartered nonprofit partner of the U.S. ForestService, is hosting National Forest Week, an annual celebration of our 193-million-acre National Forest System and public lands from July 12 to July 18. National Forest Week takes place each year on the...
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June 30, 2021
From She Tris to NCAA at Newberry College
Charleston, SC (June 2021). She Tris Sprint Triathlon events, known for their beginner friendly and encouraging triathlon environment, sees many first time triathletes cross the finish line. Many times, the finish line is the goal, but in May, one first time athlete, Samantha Duncan, took things to a new level....
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June 30, 2021
HOKA ONE ONE® Strengthens Product Team with Senior Director Hires
(GOLETA, Calif.) June 30, 2021 –HOKA ONE ONE®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the hiring of two key leadership positions on the product team. The new Senior Directors in footwear design and apparel will continue the brand’s mission to create groundbreaking, innovative performance products that challenge the...
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June 30, 2021
New Issue of Race Director Magazine Available from Running USA
(July 1, 2021) - Running USA, the non-profit trade association for the sport of road running, is excited to announce that the second issue of Race Director Magazine (RDM) is now available for readers interested in the running industry to explore and enjoy. “We couldn't have been more pleased with the...
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June 30, 2021
The Abbott World Marathon Majors Global Marathon returns this November
Second edition of virtual marathon brings runners aged 18+ together wherever in the world they are running Runners aged 40+ can qualify for 2022 Age Group World Championships Live leaderboard for all finishers and exclusive finishers medal and hat for premium entrants The second edition of the Abbott World Marathon...