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January 14, 2021
Nike Sues Nearly 600 Websites For Selling Counterfeit Sneakers
The lawsuit was filed against 589 websites allegedly selling counterfeit versions of its Nike and Converse shoes online, including the owners of 676 social media accounts and more than 100 unidentified companies and individuals for alleged counterfeit activity. SGB Media
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January 14, 2021
The Best Fitness Tech of CES 2021
The fitness cupboard was hardly bare at this week's virtual Consumer Electronics Show, which showcased not only some excellent at-home fitness tech, but also promising releases for shaping up outside. Here are some eye-catching trends and items with the potential to have a big impact on your fitness ambitions in...
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January 14, 2021
Google completes purchase of Fitbit
Google has completed its $2.1 billion acquisition of Fitbit, its devices, not data. The deal won’t affect how third-party fitness trackers work with Android, or how Fitbit works with other non-Google services. The Verge
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January 13, 2021
Big 5 Q4 Comparable Sales Jump 10.5%
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation reported sales results for the fiscal 2020 fourth quarter and full year ended January 3, 2021. Net sales were $290.5 million compared to net sales of $244.1 million for the 13-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. Same store sales increased 10.5% for the fourth quarter...
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January 13, 2021
The science behind the runner’s high
Recent research suggests endorphins may not be behind the mood-boosting effects of running. Canadian Running
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January 13, 2021
Lights & helmets that talk to cars? Trek & Specialized get closer w/ B2V prototypes
Still in the prototype phase, but Trek and Specialized have come up with intriguing prototypes that include B2V integration. Trek is working on a prototype Flare RT+B2V tail light, while Specialized is working on integrating the technology into their Ride App and ANGi helmet impact monitors. BikeRumor!
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January 12, 2021
What does it take to qualify for the Boston Marathon?
The Boston Qualifier Questionnaire offers some insight into what runners who’ve qualified for Boston do that separates them from the rest. Canadian Running
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January 12, 2021
This ‘smart mask’ is like a fitness tracker for your environment and lungs
We track our steps, our heartbeats, our sleep. Now, the mask company AirPop has unveiled a product and companion app that tracks our breath, our air quality, and our mask filter's effectiveness. Mashable
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January 11, 2021
Leadership Changes, Mass Layoffs Continue at NYRR
New York Road Runners (NYRR) made another round of large-scale staff cuts following the cancellation of almost a year’s worth of road races amid the pandemic. Jim Heim, race director of the New York City Marathon and Chris Weiller, SVP of media, public relations, and pro athletics will also be...
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January 11, 2021
Tracksmith Made Running Culture Something You Can Buy
The brand's ethos signals a departure from an apparel industry that has been dominated by giant shoe companies. But can it stay true to the soul of the sport? Outside
