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November 30, 2020
iFit Connected Fitness Adds Bluetooth® Headphone Connectivity on NordicTrack, ProForm and Freemotion Equipment
(LOGAN, Utah, December 1, 2020) — iFit, the patented, interactive, connected fitness platform, adds Bluetooth® headphone connectivity on all iFit-enabled equipment, such as NordicTrack, ProForm and Freemotion treadmills, cycles, elliptical and rowers. All brands of Bluetooth headphones are compatible. With this feature, iFit members using the embedded tablet on their...
- Long reach to improve control and steering responsiveness by designing around 40-70mm stems
- Steep seat tube angle for better climbing and to optimize smooth seat dropper actuation
- Long front and rear center to increase stability, allow toe/heel clearance when running panniers, and to increase overall comfort
- Long trail numbers driven by the fork offset (rather than an overly slack head tube) which help mitigate wheel flop while maintaining a relatively high trail number for good high-speed stability
September 22, 2020
A Bright Future for Knog and Darby Communications
September 22, 2020 – Melbourne, Australia – Knog, the award-winning manufacturer of unconventional bike accessories and outdoor lighting products, is proud to announce its partnership with PR and Digital Marketing agency Darby Communications. Connected by a strong mutual relationship with Vancouver-based Eartheasy Distribution, Darby Communications will assist Knog with bolstering...
September 22, 2020
MYLAPS launches world’s smallest timing decoder
In many countries sports events are picking up again, and with that MYLAPS keeps on innovating to offer the ultimate experience to events, timers and athletes. The sports timing company launches the world’s smallest decoder: the ProChip Smart Decoder, a light-weight decoder with the proven MYLAPS accuracy of 0,003 seconds....
September 22, 2020
USA Triathlon Renews Partnership with Rudy Project North America Through 2024
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon today announced it has renewed its partnership with Rudy Project North America through 2024. Rudy Project is the premier supplier of sunglasses, helmets and prescription eyewear in North America for the multisport community. As USA Triathlon’s Exclusive Eyewear and Helmet Partner for adult and youth...
September 22, 2020
Machines For Freedom and ROKA Launch Eyewear Collab For Bike And Outdoor Pursuits
Los Angeles, Calif. (Sept 22, 2020) – Machines For Freedom®, has teamed up with ROKA, to design two pairs of versatile, innovative and stylish cycling sunglasses. Machines, the inclusive women’s cycling apparel brand and ROKA, the award-winning performance sunglass and prescription eyewear brand, joined forces to collaborate on not only a...
September 22, 2020
Looking Back as The IRONMAN Group Celebrates Return to Triathlon Racing with Five Events in Estonia, France, Germany, and Poland
LES SABLES D’OLONNE / GDYNIA / HAMBURG / TALLINN / TAMPA – It was a week to remember and arguably one of the most emotional weekend’s in triathlon history. On September 4, 5 and 6, after an almost 200 days of COVID-19-induced hiatus, The IRONMAN Group celebrated a remarkable return...
September 22, 2020
US Trail Running Conference announces sponsor partnership with Race Directors HQ
Estes Park, CO – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference has announced a sponsor partnership with Race Directors HQ. Race Directors HQ is an online resource and community network for race directors, providing tools, how-to guides, document templates, product reviews and expert advice on all aspects...
September 22, 2020
BibBoards is proud to be a part of Emma Coburn`s Elk Run 5k Virtual race
BibBoards have always been excited to get involved with significant social events aimed to raise awareness and support healthcare, wellness, and environmental protection. In 2020 those kinds of campaigns are crucial as they unite humanity in the face of a common threat, inspire solidarity and collaboration between people and nations....
September 21, 2020
ABC Financial Acquires Trainerize
ABC Financial (ABC), a provider of technology and related services for the fitness industry, has acquired Trainerize, a Vancouver-based mobile fitness solution for personal training and member engagement. With Trainerize, ABC can extend the health club beyond the walls of the gym to include all the aspects of fitness in...
September 21, 2020
Two arrested following hotel raid at Tour de France
Two people were in police custody after an investigation was opened into suspected doping at this year’s Tour de France by the Arkéa-Samsic team, French prosecutors announced. Laurens added that the two people had many health products including drugs in their personal belongings, but also and above all a method...
September 21, 2020
Cowboy introduces free software update to detect crashes and collisions
Belgium start-up Cowboy is introducing Crash Detection – software designed to detect crashes and collisions. Using sensitive built-in sensors combined with GPS signal tracking, the bike communicates with the Cowboy app to detect a fall. Cowboy alerts the rider’s emergency contacts, to check-in and offer help, while sharing the real-time...
September 21, 2020
Viral Video: Athlete lets competitor finish race after latter takes wrong turn
Spanish triathlete Diego Méntriga stopped in his tracks to let his fellow competitor, British triathlete James Teagle, take a lead after the latter took the wrong turn just 100 metres before the finishing line. Read more on The Indian Express.
September 21, 2020
Two in custody in Tour de France doping probe – Marseille prosecutor
Two people were taken in custody on Monday after an investigation was opened into suspected doping by the Arkea-Samsic team at this year’s Tour de France, according to a Marseille prosecutor. The prosecutor did not name the main rider. The leader of the Arkea-Samsic team is Colombian Nairo Quintana. Read...
September 21, 2020
CDC Just Issued a Warning About Gyms
While health experts have remained cautiously skeptical, warning that exercising in an indoor space around others could potentially expose you to the virus, the fitness industry has attempted to promote a message that there is little to no risk. Read more on Yahoo! Life.
September 21, 2020
Marathon Training Academy, UCAN and MetPro Create Another Viral Virtual Challenge
One immensely popular race has led to another for Marathon Training Academy and nutrition brand, UCAN. Just after the onset of the pandemic, the two companies launched The “Social Distancing” Run in honor of the un-run races that were being cancelled day after day. The event almost immediately went viral...
September 21, 2020
California-Based Hudski Enters the Bike Market with Innovative and Versatile Sport-Utility Shredder
Sausalito, CA – September 21, 2020– Hudski, a new bike brand based in Northern California, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its lightweight and rigid frame and fork design with three unique build options. The Hudski Doggler is designed to maximize the versatility and stoke of a rigid...
September 21, 2020
Vasa, Inc welcomes Keith Watson as Chief Operating Officer
September 21, 2020, Essex Junction, VT – Vasa, Inc today announces the hire of Keith Watson to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Keith comes to Vasa after spending 12 years in executive positions at Peaksware Holdings, LLC, (home of TrainingPeaks.com) as well as 10 years with Intuit, Inc. Keith...
September 21, 2020
DelMoSports and its athletes step up to the plate
Cape May, NJ (September 21, 2020) - As events around the country have been challenged to keep going amidst the uncertainly caused by COVID-19, many local charities which rely on the support of these events have been significantly impacted as well. DelMoSports is pleased to report that through converting a...
September 18, 2020
Wattie inks deal with California Triathlon as official apparel partner
California Triathlon has partnered with Wattie Ink, makers of endurance sports apparel, to outfit 5,000 California Triathlon members and the participants in the Cal Tri Events Race Series. Wattie Ink will supply the official California Triathlon race suits and custom branded triathlon apparel through the end of 2022. The deal...
September 18, 2020
Endura Launches Improved MT500 Waterproof Range: A Force For Good
Endura introduces the fourth generation of The MT500– Undisputed King of Mountain Jackets, along with the rest of the committed, feature-packed and majorly breathable MT500 line. This much-loved bombproof kit has been redesigned in conjunction with MTB royalty– Rachel, Gee, and Dan Atherton. Also setting this latest MT500 iteration apart...
September 18, 2020
iFit Connected Fitness Lets Cyclists Race the Tour de France via Streaming 112-Part Ride on NordicTrack and ProForm Cycles
(Logan, UT) - September 18, 2020—iFit, the patented, interactive, connected fitness technology, is now streaming the most comprehensive Tour de France ride in celebration of the 107th edition of the race. iFit members can virtually ride all 21 stages of the 2020 Tour de France course, in a whopping 112-part...
September 18, 2020
USA Cycling announces 2021 Championships Schedule
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – While 2020 has been a difficult year for competition, USA Cycling is looking ahead to 2021 to continue its history of providing great National Championships across all cycling disciplines. With a priority on the safety of all involved at our Nationals Championships, all dates and locations...
September 18, 2020
USA Cycling announces High School Cycling Festival
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling today announced a new High School Cycling Festival to take place July 8 – 11, 2021 in Winter Park, Colorado. The festival, open to all high school riders and their families, will provide opportunities to participate in ride events, seminars, and clinics; meet college...
September 18, 2020
USA Cycling Names 2020 UCI Mountain Bike World Championship Teams
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced on Thursday the athletes who will represent the United States in the Cross-Country and Downhill Mountain Bike races at the 2020 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships that will take place in Leogang, Austria on October 7-11, 2020. With the postponement of both Mountain...
September 18, 2020
USA Cycling Names 2020 UCI Road World Championship Elite Teams
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced today the athletes who will represent the United States in the Elite Men’s and Women’s Time Trial and Road Race at the 2020 UCI Road World Championships that will take place in Imola, Italy on September 24-27, 2020. The competition formatting has been...
September 18, 2020
Toronto Women’s 416 Run Challenge
Toronto, Canada (September 17, 2020) - Toronto Women’s Run Series today kicked off a brand new exciting virtual Challenge geared to keep women running, walking and actively pursuing their goals, even if regular race events remain in limbo for now. The 416 Run Challenge (416runchallenge.ca) is a first of its...
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[post_content] => September 22, 2020 – Melbourne, Australia – Knog, the award-winning manufacturer of unconventional bike accessories and outdoor lighting products, is proud to announce its partnership with PR and Digital Marketing agency Darby Communications. Connected by a strong mutual relationship with Vancouver-based Eartheasy Distribution, Darby Communications will assist Knog with bolstering awareness of the new and disruptive Bilby 400 Lumen Silicone Headlamp.
Best known for its celebrated bike lights and accessories, Knog has created progressive, design-driven products since 2002. The Australian brand was founded by designer Hugo Davidson and engineer Mal McKechnie, who shared a vision to make “unboring” things. For the past 18 years, Knog has stood by this spirited motto, and has since expanded into the outdoor market with a line of futuristic silicone headlamps. Newest to the pack of marsupial-themed lighting accessories is the Bilby— the world’s most powerful silicone headlamp. What sets this headlamp apart? Its high-tech, versatile and modern design is unlike anything on the market. “We were thrilled when Eartheasy approached us about working with Knog to spread the word about this innovative product,” says Darby Communications Media Relations Director Suzanne Hermann. “Their team took a completely new approach in designing the Bilby, from the materials to the construction, and it shows – it’s totally unique. And who wouldn’t want to work with a brand that’s committed to making ‘unboring’ gear?”
Eartheasy, a leader in sales, marketing and distribution for brands in the outdoor and emergency preparedness markets, had a preexisting relationship with both Knog and Darby Communications. When tasked with increasing outreach and awareness of the Bilby headlamp in North America, Eartheasy recruited Darby for the project. “Given their track-record of success with product launches, bringing Darby on board for the Knog Bilby launch was an easy decision,” notes Aran Seaman, COO of Eartheasy Distribution. “We are all extremely excited to bring this revolutionary new headlamp to the North American outdoor market."
For more information regarding Knog and the new Bilby 400 Lumen Silicone Headlamp, please direct inquiries to Katie Richter at [email protected].
About Knog
Knog was founded in 2002 as an Australia-based outdoor product company. We are the lovechild of co-founders Hugo Davidson (designer) and Mal McKechnie (engineer) who shared the same vision: to make unboring things. Our products are not only for the city. Urban to us is modern, progressive, youthful, design-driven, daring and hedonistic. We like to sprinkle some of this urban flavor across all our cycling and outdoor products. Learn more about Knog at www.knog.com.
About Eartheasy Distribution
Eartheasy Distribution has served the sports and outdoors market as a specialty distributor for over a decade. With a network of 4,000+ independent and mass market retailers, they focus on a narrow range of high-quality products from innovative, international brands. Visit www.eartheasydistribution.com for more information.
About Darby Communications
Darby Communications is a boutique PR & digital marketing agency serving the outdoor, fitness, and wellness industries through impactful content creation, media placement, email marketing, and social media management. Headquartered in Asheville, NC with a coast-to-coast portfolio, Darby Communications takes a team approach to everything they do for clients and have worked with many of the outdoor and fitness industries’ most respected companies. Their current client roster includes: 360 Adventure Collective, Appalachian Gear Company, Astral, Blyss Running, Feetures, FitRankings, Hyland’s, Ignik, Industrial Revolution, Johnson Outdoors, Knog, LifeSaver, Ombraz Sunglasses, Outdoor Economy Conference, Poppy Hand-Crafted Popcorn, Sierra Designs, SylvanSport, Tarpestry, and Wildwater. Learn more at www.darbycommunications.com or follow on social @darbycomm.
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[post_content] => In many countries sports events are picking up again, and with that MYLAPS keeps on innovating to offer the ultimate experience to events, timers and athletes. The sports timing company launches the world’s smallest decoder: the ProChip Smart Decoder, a light-weight decoder with the proven MYLAPS accuracy of 0,003 seconds.
The ProChip Smart Decoder is the latest addition to the ProChip product line. The ProChip system is used at a wide range of active sports, including triathlon, cycling, running, ice & snow sports and more. From the Olympics and professional cycling events to countless local races around the corner, the ProChip system is the most accurate in the industry and can determine the closest of finishes.
Lighter & smaller: accessible for everyone
The new ProChip Smart Decoder is 6 times lighter and 2,5 times smaller compared to the previous ProChip Portable Decoder. Besides the new decoder is way more affordable, which makes automated timing accessible for anyone that cares about accurate results.
Product innovation continues to support our partner network
‘Innovation is in our DNA’, says Camiel Slaats, CEO of MYLAPS. ‘Our product and technology teams continued to work hard on new product innovations during the current Covid-19 pandemic. With the number of sports events rising again we are excited to support our MYLAPS partner network with the latest and most easy-to-use technology. The ProChip Smart Decoder is the excellent solution for running, cycling, triathlons, swimming and more.’
The new ProChip Smart Decoder is compatible with all ProChip transponders, Timing & Scoring software, and Orbits Cycling software.
More information on www.mylaps.com
More info
If you have any questions or need Hi Resolution images, please contact Krijn Snuif (Marketing Manager at MYLAPS), [email protected] or +31-629721859.
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[post_content] => COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon today announced it has renewed its partnership with Rudy Project North America through 2024. Rudy Project is the premier supplier of sunglasses, helmets and prescription eyewear in North America for the multisport community.
As USA Triathlon’s Exclusive Eyewear and Helmet Partner for adult and youth categories since 2000, Rudy Project will continue to provide performance-elevating gear to athletes on the U.S. National Team, Toyota U.S. Paratriathlon National Team and elite development squads.
USA Triathlon annual members will continue to have access to exclusive offers and discounts through Rudy Project on rudyprojectna.com. In addition, triathletes around the nation will see Rudy Project helmets and sunglasses awarded as prizes at USA Triathlon National Championships, USA Triathlon-sanctioned events and through promotional contests.
Rudy Project will create and distribute special USA Triathlon co-branded product starting in 2021. In addition, the brand will serve as the presenting partner of the USA Triathlon Youth magazine, with a “Rudy’s Corner” content section in each issue. USA Triathlon Youth is distributed as an insert within the quarterly USA Triathlon Magazine for all USA Triathlon youth members.
“Rudy Project North America is thrilled to renew our long-standingpartnership with USA Triathlon as the exclusive Eyewear and Partner for adult and youth categories,” said Brad Shapiro, Principal, Rudy Project North America. “We share USA Triathlon’s goal of expanding both the breadth and diversity of the multisport community and are committed to working with USA Triathlon and its partners to succeed in this endeavor. As someone whose life has been transformed by the sport of triathlon, I wholeheartedly embrace USA Triathlon’s Power Within campaign as a powerful tool to inspire others to take part.”
“Rudy Project is one of USA Triathlon’s longest-standing partners for good reason, and we are proud to continue the relationship into another Olympic and Paralympic cycle,” said Rocky Harris, USA Triathlon CEO. “The brand has continued to innovate for the past two decades, consistently turning out high-performance, cutting-edge gear. Just as importantly, Rudy Project has been an invaluable partner in providing access and service to USA Triathlon members while supporting USA Triathlon’s key programs and initiatives.”
For more information about Rudy Project sunglasses, helmets, sport prescription and more, visit rudyprojectna.com.
About Rudy Project
Rudy Project has been crafting the highest-quality Italian sport performance eyewear since 1985. Driven by the pursuit of excellence and drawing from years of experience, Rudy Project products elevate the performance of athletes at every level. Founded in Treviso, Italy by Rudy Barbazza, the brand has led the way in sports optics and bike helmet innovation for over 35 years.
About USA Triathlon
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon, as well as duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, winter triathlon, off-road triathlon and paratriathlon in the United States. Founded in 1982, USA Triathlon sanctions more than 4,300 events and connects with more than 400,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work at the grassroots level with athletes, coaches, and race directors — as well as the USA Triathlon Foundation — USA Triathlon provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including International Triathlon Union (ITU) World Championships, Pan American Games and the Olympic and Paralympic Games. USA Triathlon is a proud member of the ITU and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC).
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[post_content] => Los Angeles, Calif. (Sept 22, 2020) – Machines For Freedom®, has teamed up with ROKA, to design two pairs of versatile, innovative and stylish cycling sunglasses. Machines, the inclusive women’s cycling apparel brand and ROKA, the award-winning performance sunglass and prescription eyewear brand, joined forces to collaborate on not only a stand-out product collection but also a shared mission to encourage more womxn to challenge the status quo and blaze their own path.
The collaboration offers two lightweight sunglasses; the GP-1 Series (MSRP $250), from ROKA's Advanced Performance line engineered for on-the-bike efforts; and Oslo (MSRP $175), from their stylish collection of Modern Classics. a technical product with a stylish, lifestyle aesthetic.
Both ROKA and Machines For Freedom are heavily invested in creating premium performance products that also allow for an accessible experience. Helping create a more inclusive environment in the cycling space, the two brands are working hand in hand to offer products that perform at the highest level, but are just as functional and reliable as you need for the everyday. Machines For Freedom founder Jenn Kriske said, “This collaboration is all about celebrating those who ride, whether for fun, fitness, or for freedom. We want to bring products to womxn who get out there and give it their all, biking or living, and our versatile styles allow for just that.”
“We set out to redefine the standard for performance eyewear with every pair of sunglasses or prescription eyewear we design," said ROKA co-founder and creative director Kurt Spenser. "We're excited to partner with a like-minded brand that is unafraid to challenge the status quo by making elite-level performance technology accessible for everyone."
Both the Oslo and GP-1 feature bendable titanium core wires and multiple nose pad sizes for a customizable fit, no-slip GEKO™ nose and temple pads, and a full suite of world-class lens coatings, including anti-scratch and water, sweat, and fog-resistant treatments.
The Roka x Machines For Freedom GP Series and Oslo are available on roka.com and machinesforfreedom.com from September 22, 2020.
For more information about Roka, please visit https://www.roka.com.
For more information about Machines for Freedom, please visit https://www.machinesforfreedom.com.
Media Contact: Kelsey McGrew, OutsidePR, [email protected]
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About Machines For Freedom
Founded in 2013, Machines For Freedom is an inclusive high-performance womxn's cycling brand based out of California. Womxn-founded and lead, Machines is achieving its mission in representation and body positivity not only through product design and branding but through storytelling of womxn cyclists. For more information about Machines For Freedom please visit www.machinesforfreedom.com.
About ROKA
ROKA was founded in a garage in Austin, Texas by two former Stanford All-American swimmers on a mission to redefine the standard for performance design. In just four years we’ve earned more than 30 patents and built an industry-leading and award-winning in-house design and development team that engineers the most technical eyewear and gear on the planet.
Our athletes have won numerous world titles, including Olympic gold in triathlon and speed skating, as well as taking multiple Tour de France cycling stages wins and the Dakar Rally. We design our products to accomplish the impossible in order to make sure they'll perform for anyone, anywhere—no matter how big or small the challenge.
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[post_content] => LES SABLES D’OLONNE / GDYNIA / HAMBURG / TALLINN / TAMPA – It was a week to remember and arguably one of the most emotional weekend’s in triathlon history.
On September 4, 5 and 6, after an almost 200 days of COVID-19-induced hiatus, The IRONMAN Group celebrated a remarkable return to triathlon racing with a weekend consisting of five events throughout Europe.
In the first weekend of IRONMAN® racing since IRONMAN® 70.3® Oman on February 21, 2020, a total of 3,500 athletes raced in the Hamburg Wasser World Triathlon Series turned World Championship in Hamburg, Germany, IRONMAN 70.3 Les Sables d’Olonne in France, IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia in Poland and IRONMAN 70.3 Tallinn as well as IRONMAN Tallinn in Estonia.
“It’s hard to put it into words. Athletes love to race, and we love to create all these events. You can’t ignore things look a little different with masks and the guidelines that allow us to conduct these races but, in the end, the feeling of getting back to racing is priceless. We are learning event-by-event and we are looking forward to working with all host cities to bring back racing under safe and enjoyable conditions for all involved,” said Stefan Petschnig, Managing Director IRONMAN Europe, Middle East & Africa.
All races followed The IRONMAN Group’s Return to Racing protocol, a set of industry leading guidelines that builds on the pillars of enhanced hygiene, screening and education, density reduction, touchpoint minimization and athlete self-reliance.
“It was really nice to be able to compete at this level this year after all. With the clear and uncompromising hygiene and safety measures of the Hamburg organizers, such events would certainly have been possible earlier and will be in the future,” said Laura Lindemann of Germany, who placed third in the Hamburg Wasser World Triathlon Series in Hamburg. This year, the event was held exclusively for elite athletes and without spectators.
“I was super-motivated and even a little bit nervous to be finally back to racing. The COVID-19 measures taken were necessary and as athletes we must set a good example and comply with them. I think it worked out really, really well,” added Frederik Van Lierde of Belgium. His race at this year’s IRONMAN 70.3 Les Sables d’Olonne also marked the end of an illustrious sporting career which includes multiple IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 wins and the 2013 IRONMAN World Championship® title.
Van Lierde was not the only former champion racing on this historic weekend.
Sebastian Kienle of Germany, the 2014 IRONMAN World Champion, made a last-minute decision to travel to Estonia’s capital of Tallinn and compete in the inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Tallinn event: “I am just very grateful. The organizers, the City of Tallinn and everyone who helped to make this race happen under these circumstances. It means a lot to us, especially the pro athletes [who live off the sport] to be able to race here. Thank you.”
When it came to recounting race experiences, Olympian Lisa Nordén of Sweden, may have summarized it best after her win at IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia in Poland with a big smile: “Who would have thought it can feel so good to put on a wetsuit?”
What else are they saying:
While the professional athletes were delighted to get back to racing, so were the age-group athletes racing at the events. UK athlete, Luke Richards from the Rhondda Triathlon Club took on his first triathlon at the IRONMAN 70.3 Les Sables d’Olonne. “I had an amazing experience at IRONMAN 70.3 Les Sables-d’Olonne. This was my first ever triathlon and I was amazed by how well organised and professional everything was. The officials were great and the support from the spectators was outstanding and made the event all the more enjoyable.”
Next events coming up:
IRONMAN racing in Europe is scheduled to continue with IRONMAN 70.3 Luxembourg - Région Moselle on October 11.
For more information on the IRONMAN brand and global event series, visit www.ironman.com.
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About The IRONMAN Group
The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® Virtual Racing™ (VR™) Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series®, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Virtual Running™ Series, IRONKIDS®, ITU World Triathlon Series, premier running events including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and The Sun-Herald City2Surf® presented by Westpac, Ultra-Trail® World Tour events including Tarawera Ultra and Ultra-Trail Australia™, mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, road cycling events, and other multisport races. The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and provides more than a million participants annually the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. The IRONMAN Group is owned by Advance, a private, family-owned business. For more information, visit www.ironman.com.
About Advance
Advance is a private, family-held business that owns and invests in companies across media, entertainment, technology, communications, education and other promising growth sectors. Our mission is to build the value of our companies over the long-term by fostering growth and innovation. Advance’s portfolio includes Condé Nast, Advance Local, Stage Entertainment, The IRONMAN Group, American City Business Journals, Leaders Group, Turnitin, 1010data and Pop. Together these operating companies employ more than 17,000 people in 29 countries. Advance is also among the largest shareholders in Charter Communications, Discovery and Reddit. For more information visit www.advance.com.
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[post_content] => Estes Park, CO – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference has announced a sponsor partnership with Race Directors HQ. Race Directors HQ is an online resource and community network for race directors, providing tools, how-to guides, document templates, product reviews and expert advice on all aspects of planning, organizing and promoting endurance races.
In their capacity as sponsors, Race Directors HQ will help increase the Conference’s reach within the US race director community, delivering Conference updates, content and special promotions to the thousands of race director visiting RaceDirectorsHQ.com, subscribing to RDHQ News and networking daily on the Race Directors Hub community group.
Race Directors HQ Editor, Panos Gonos added: “We are delighted to return to the US Trail Running Conference as sponsors for the 2020 event. We think trail running is a sport with enormous potential for growth. The US Trail Running Conference has done a great job addressing the unique challenges faced by trail race directors and we look forward to supporting their efforts to bring together and educate the US trail racing community.”
Event Director for the US Trail Running Conference, Terry Chiplin said, “We are very excited to announce this new partnership with Race Directors HQ, and look forward to the opportunity that this represents to grow participation in our event. Race Directors HQ is an incredible resource for race directors of all levels, and this partnership makes good business sense in a rapidly changing environment for the endurance race market as it reacts to the COVID pandemic.”
The eighth annual US Trail Running Conference will be held October 21-24, 2020, in Fayetteville, AR, and is presented by Race Roster, the fastest growing endurance
registration website in North America, and Spartan Trail, who feature epic runs along the world’s most rugged trails. The Conference is also held in partnership with Experience Fayetteville, and the American Trail Running Association (ATRA).
Conference registration includes in-person and virtual access options for race directors and trail runners. Details at http://ustrailrunningconference.com/register/
Race Directors or trail runners that would like more information on the Conference are encouraged to contact Event Director, Terry Chiplin,
[email protected], or 303-304-9159.
#TrailConference #trailrunning #expfaymyway #experiencefayetteville #fayettevillear #activeataltitude #atra
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[post_content] => BibBoards have always been excited to get involved with significant social events aimed to raise awareness and support healthcare, wellness, and environmental protection. In 2020 those kinds of campaigns are crucial as they unite humanity in the face of a common threat, inspire solidarity and collaboration between people and nations.
This year BibBoards will be an active participant of the Virtual Race on September 26th. Our flagship product – recyclable BibBoards - will be included in the race bag Of the US Olympic Runner Emma Coburn at the Elk Run 5k along with a hat, tote bag, mask, and other goodies. COVID-19 has remastered the format of the race entirely giving us the first in history Virtual Run. Recognizing the importance of quarantine restrictions as long as the demand for safety and comfort for the athlete, BibBoards comes up with an ultimate innovative solution. During the year of Emma Coburn`s Elk Run 5k, BibBoards are proud to demonstrate their multipurpose use from bib fastener and bbSNAPS to keep mask straps off your ears. Emma is going to use BibBoards to secure the bib onto a tee itself during the race and then use them to secure facemask for a more comfortable and advanced fit. The recyclable, multipurpose bbSNAPS that does not require any sewing or fabric piercing and are aimed at comfortable and secure fixing are an innovative and eco-friendly solution for vital ongoing demand for safety.
The annual non-profit fundraising races like the Elk Run 5k supported by the Living Journeys cancer support organization is an ultimate embodiment of the idea of common effort and moving forward towards the bright future of Humanity. BibBoards is proud to be a part of this significant event this year. With the help of an inspiring athlete Emma Coburn, we are excited to present our vision of how bbSNAPS is a multipurpose and a re-usable non-waste solution for the most acute problems that should not be an obstacle on the way to a noble purpose.
“We are so excited to have bibSNAPS in our Race Bags for the 4th year of Emma Coburn’s Elk Run 5k. We love the dual purpose of bbSNAPS- use them to pin the race bib onto a tee, then use them to secure a mask more comfortably every day after the race. Dual purpose and less waste is always a win! We are grateful to partner with BibBoards in this way to move towards a more sustainable race day experience for everyone.” Says Emma.
Performing at the present moment with bright perspectives in the future, bbSNAPS is an example of a simple yet efficient solution that expresses the main idea of the non-profit fundraising events aimed to help and support people during this uneasy period and in the face of whatever tomorrow might hold for us.
Working with Emma and her team was an exciting and easy journey. They share the perceptions of BibBoards of what people want in their everyday life and which of those solutions give us a hope to leave a better and cleaner planet for our children. The non-waste eco-friendly solutions of BibBoards are embodied in bbSNAPS that will be demonstrated by a recognized Olympic Runner this year. BibBoards is greatly honored and excited to be a part of such an important and significant social event in 2020.
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[post_content] => ABC Financial (ABC), a provider of technology and related services for the fitness industry, has acquired Trainerize, a Vancouver-based mobile fitness solution for personal training and member engagement. With Trainerize, ABC can extend the health club beyond the walls of the gym to include all the aspects of fitness in a personalized and seamless solution that promotes healthier lives. Read more on SGB Media.
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[post_content] => Two people were in police custody after an investigation was opened into suspected doping at this year’s Tour de France by the Arkéa-Samsic team, French prosecutors announced. Laurens added that the two people had many health products including drugs in their personal belongings, but also and above all a method that can be qualified as doping. Read more on VeloNews.
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[post_content] => Belgium start-up Cowboy is introducing Crash Detection – software designed to detect crashes and collisions. Using sensitive built-in sensors combined with GPS signal tracking, the bike communicates with the Cowboy app to detect a fall. Cowboy alerts the rider’s emergency contacts, to check-in and offer help, while sharing the real-time rider position. Read more on BikeBiz.
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[post_content] => Spanish triathlete Diego Méntriga stopped in his tracks to let his fellow competitor, British triathlete James Teagle, take a lead after the latter took the wrong turn just 100 metres before the finishing line. Read more on The Indian Express.
[post_title] => Viral Video: Athlete lets competitor finish race after latter takes wrong turn
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[post_content] => Two people were taken in custody on Monday after an investigation was opened into suspected doping by the Arkea-Samsic team at this year’s Tour de France, according to a Marseille prosecutor. The prosecutor did not name the main rider. The leader of the Arkea-Samsic team is Colombian Nairo Quintana. Read more on Reuters.
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[post_content] => While health experts have remained cautiously skeptical, warning that exercising in an indoor space around others could potentially expose you to the virus, the fitness industry has attempted to promote a message that there is little to no risk. Read more on Yahoo! Life.
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[post_content] => One immensely popular race has led to another for Marathon Training Academy and nutrition brand, UCAN. Just after the onset of the pandemic, the two companies launched The “Social Distancing” Run in honor of the un-run races that were being cancelled day after day. The event almost immediately went viral on social media with thousands of “likes”, comments and “shares,” and over 15,000 people registered from all 50 states and 45 countries. With the prospects of racing still bleak for 2020, MTA and UCAN are back at it again, this time offering a new challenge.
“The amazing response from our The ‘Social Distancing’ Run inspired us to launch the ‘100 Mile Challenge,’ a virtual endeavor that does an even better job at encouraging participants to get out the door and run,” says Trevor Spencer, who co-owns MTA with his wife Angie Spencer. Runners in the 100 Mile Challenge are tasked with running 100 miles between now and the end of the year, whether that takes one day, one week, one month, or the rest of the year. “The community has jumped at this new challenge - we already have over 3,000 registrants - and we’re thrilled to support their goals to live active, healthy lives.”
Finishers earn a new, clever medal one might say is “a work of art,” designed after the Mona Lisa. Registrants are given access to MTA’s Online Run Tracker, training content from Coach Angie, access to the very popular “Social Distancing” Run Facebook Group (over 12,000 active members) and receive exclusive offers from UCAN and MetPro, the co-presenting partners.
“UCAN immediately agreed to support this new virtual challenge because it aligns so well with our ethos,” says Shoba Murali, CEO of UCAN. “Leading an active lifestyle supported by proper nutrition means longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives.”
For more information, and to register for the “100 Mile Challenge,” use this link:
https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/100-2
About Marathon Training Academy:
The Marathon Training Academy exists to inspire and empower everyday people to live healthier lives and achieve fitness goals by unleashing their marathon potential. Through the MTA podcast, which has been downloaded over 9 million times, runners of all abilities are inspired and equipped to go the distance. Co-hosts Angie and Trevor Spencer want you to believe that you have what it takes to run a marathon and change your life! From the Huffington Post . . .
Angie and Trevor Spencer, the hosts of Marathon Training Academy, are cute as all get-out. They’re that adorable couple you picture spending their Sundays walking the dog and baking muffins. And maybe they do that, but only after logging in their long run to train for another upcoming marathon. And they aren’t just fanatics. Angie Spencer is a registered nurse and certified running coach with serious marathon know-how. The hosts tackle all manner of listener questions from marathon fueling to injury prevention to compression clothing. But the best takeaway from this podcast is the mondo dose of can-do attitude; it’s a feeling that lingers long after the theme music stops singing that you’re ‘well on your way.
About UCAN:
UCAN delivers smarter energy powered by SuperStarch®, a patented, slow-releasing complex carbohydrate that provides steady, long-lasting energy with no spikes and no crash. Originally created for a child with a rare metabolic disorder, UCAN Energy Powders and Energy Bars with SuperStarch® are the go-to nutrition for over 80 colleges, 40 pro teams, Olympic marathoners, elite triathletes, cyclists, thought leaders in health and performance, recreational athletes, and everyday people looking for steady energy without all the sugar. UCAN is a company built on purpose and passion. Learn more at ucan.co, and get the latest buzz in the UCAN world @GenUCAN on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. UCAN nutrition products are currently available in powder and bar format, in a variety of flavors, at 350+ specialty run, bike and tri stores around the country, at all Lifetime gyms, and can be purchased online at ucan.co and on Amazon. #UCAN
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[post_content] => Sausalito, CA – September 21, 2020– Hudski, a new bike brand based in Northern California, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its lightweight and rigid frame and fork design with three unique build options. The Hudski Doggler is designed to maximize the versatility and stoke of a rigid bike for city, gravel, or mountain riding.
Inspired by their mutual love of biking and influenced by Hudson’s mother’s beautiful, but heavy cruiser that rarely made the arduous trek up the staircase of her New York City apartment, co-founders Will Hudson and Brian Syzkowny used their industrial design degrees and Syzkowny’s experience at Specialized to develop three unique builds based on one frame and fork design - city, gravel, and mountain - to meet the needs of various riders.
Syzkowny and Hudson custom designed the frame, fork, and handlebars to meet specific performance needs that were not showing up in leading bike brand builds. The lightweight, aluminum frame and carbon fork platform is built with durable mountain bike components, making maintenance easy. The generous tire clearance creates a true all-condition platform while the dropper post provides a new level of convenience and comfort to the city rider while giving a performance advantage to the gravel and mountain rider.
“The emergence of the gravel and adventure segments really made it possible to design around a single platform because the bike world now has large volume 700c gravel tires, a wide range of 27.5 tires, and dropper seat posts have been accepted as standard OE equipment,” said Brian Syzkowny, co-founder and Hudski designer. “These are all the right ingredients to design an extremely versatile bike that you couldn’t before.”
The Hudski Doggler is available direct-to-consumer in three build options (City, Gravel, Mountain), three colors (Almost Black, Atomic Haystack, Olive Rose), and four frame sizes (S-XL). MSRP $2,000. Pre-orders open at 6am PST on September 22, 2020 at hudskibikes.com.
Build Options | Build Specs
City: Good for city paths paved and unpaved, rough roads. Great option for rural touring and everyday commuting. Includes PNW dropper seat post, SLX 1x12 group set, Hudski Longhorn 27 sweep bars, and Maxxis Grifter 29x2.0 tires. Weighs approximately 24.2lb.
Gravel: Good for fire road epics, dirt-road bike packing, gravel rides, and flowing trails. It still rolls fast for the occasional paved transit. Includes PNW dropper seat post, SLX 1x12 group set, Hudski Longhorn 16 sweep bars, Maxxis Rambler EXO 700x50c tires, and 25mm inner width rims. Weighs approximately 24.2lb. Tubeless ready.
Mountain: Good for rocky trails, steep climbs and technical descents. A capable bike packing rig in unknown conditions and its high volume tires are well matched for desert treks. Includes PNW dropper seat post, SLX 1x12 group set, Hudski Longhorn 16 sweep bars, Maxxis Rekon EXO 27.5x2.6 tires, and 30mm inner width rims. Weighs approximately 24.9lb. Tubeless ready.
Overall Build Specs
All three builds include the Doggler Alloy frame with 142x12mm thru-axle, threaded 73mm bottom bracket, and internal down tube cable routing; Hudski Full Carbon fork with integrated crown race, 44mm offset, and 100x15mm thru-axle which can accommodate a 100x12mm axle; Hudski by FSA, 1.125/1.5 headset; Hudski Longhorn Stem (40mm/S, 50mm/M, 50mm/L, 50mm/XL); SLX rear derailleur, shifter, 10-51t cassette, chain, and flat mount brakes; Raceface Ride, Alloy 34t, HG+ crankset; XT bottom bracket; Shimano front and rear hubs; double butted (2.0-1.8-2.0) spokes; CST tubes; Oury V2 lock-on grips; PNW Ranier (125mm/S, 150mm/M, L, 170mm/XL) seat post; and WTB Deva saddle.
Geometry
The frame geometry, loosely based on modern trail bikes with cues from XC and Gravel frame design, makes the Doggler an extremely well rounded and capable bike for urban commutes, fire road epics, and flowy technical single track. The most notable geometry attributes include:
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2021 USA Cycling Elite BMX National Championship |
TBA |
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2021 USA Cycling Collegiate BMX National Championship |
TBA |
TBA |
| 2021 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championship | May 7-9 |
Augusta, GA |
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2021 USA Cycling Pro Road National Championship |
June 17-20 |
Knoxville, TN |
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2021 USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championship |
June 24-27 |
Clay County, FL |
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2021 USA Cycling Elite, Junior and Para Track National Championship |
July 1-7 |
VELO Sports Center, CA |
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2021 USA Cycling Para Road National Championship |
July 8-11 |
Boise, ID |
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2021 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championship and High School Festival |
July 9-18 | Winter Park Resort, CO |
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2021 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championship |
July 18 |
Asheville, NC |
| 2021 USA Cycling Masters Road National Championship | TBA |
TBA |
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2021 USA Cycling Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship |
TBA | TBA |
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2021 USA Cycling Collegiate Track National Championship |
September 9-11 | Major Taylor Velodrome, IN |
| 2021 USA Cycling Masters Track National Championship | September 14-19 |
Valley Preferred Cycling Center, PA |
| 2021 USA Cycling Freestyle BMX National Championship | TBA |
TBA |
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2021 USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championship |
October 14-17 | Purgatory Resort, CO |
| 2021 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championship | December |
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