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February 16, 2021
2020 Prize Money Lists Show Massive—And Expected—Drops in Pro Payouts
For 2020, the prize money list was publicized last week and the message is clear: with almost no races last year, pros struggled to earn any prize money at all. triathlete
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February 16, 2021
POC launches “world’s first self-powered cycling helmet” with integrated lighting
The Omne Eternal, a “self-powered cycling helmet,” integrates solar technology into the shell that charges via ambient light to power a rear light. The helmet uses Powerfoyle, a “light-harvesting material” that, like other solar cells, can convert any light source into electrical energy. Bike Radar
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February 16, 2021
Garmin launches Enduro smartwatch focused on trail running as activity grows 70% during lockdown
The watch’s chief feature is its incredibly long battery life: using solar charging built-in to its screen, the Enduro can last up to 65 days, and can even last even longer. With the GPS and other features switched off, it has last as long as 300 days. Independent
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February 16, 2021
Adidas is selling Reebok after defending the $3.8 billion purchase for years
Adidas acquired Reebok in 2006 for roughly $3.8 billion in an attempt to better compete with Nike, but the brand has posted disappointing sales figures in recent years. Adidas said Tuesday that it has begun a formal process to divest from Reebok, pivoting to focus on its core brand. Business...
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February 15, 2021
The CEO of IRONMAN Speaks to its Customers
CEO of IRONMAN Group Andrew Messick presented was an update on what customers can expect over the 2021 season on YouTube. Within the roughly five minute presentation, Messick admitted that, “many” of its races, “will be moved to later in the year.” Messick noted that Ironman Africa, Cape Epic, and...
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February 15, 2021
Bicycle maker Dorel ends take-private deal with Cerberus Capital
Canadian bicycle maker Dorel Industries Inc has terminated its deal weeks after the private equity firm sweetened its bid for the company. Cerberus this month raised the deal value to about C$16 a share from C$14.50 a share after talks with shareholders, a day after which two Dorel shareholders rejected...
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February 15, 2021
El Paso Marathon runners carry on through winter storm
The El Paso Marathon carried on Sunday despite a winter storm that brought snow to the region. Photos showed runners making their way through snow covered streets. KFOXTV
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February 13, 2021
A Facebook smartwatch? It could be coming for your health data in 2022.
Facebook, the social media company that definitely cares a lot about user data, is reportedly developing a smartwatch. The rumored wearable, to be released in 2022, is powered by an open source version of Android, would support cellular connections, and be able to connect directly with other health and fitness-focused...
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February 12, 2021
Olympics content expanded as Discovery and Snapchat renew deal
The US-based mass media company will bring Olympic Games coverage to the photo and video sharing platform’s European users. The agreement covers the Tokyo 2020 Games and the Beijing 2022 Winter Games. SportsPro
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February 12, 2021
Asics Sees North America Revenues Fall 12 Percent In Q4
Asics reported sales in its North American region fell 11.9% in the fourth quarter and were down 17.2% in the year, but forecast a return to double-digit growth in 2021. SGB Media
