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January 1, 2024
Former cycling world champion charged with killing wife after ‘running her over’
Former world cycling champion Rohan Dennis, 33, has been released on bail until he appears in court on 13 March 2024 after Melissa Hoskins died from injuries sustained near their Adelaide home in Australia. The Australian was charged with causing death by dangerous driving after his wife was killed outside...
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January 1, 2024
25 Best Moments in Olympic and Paralympic Triathlon History
On 16 September 2000, short-course triathlon was beamed to a global audience. Set against a Sydney Opera House backdrop, the world's very best male and female triathletes showed the world what it meant to be an endurance athlete. By the end of the day, six athletes were presented with medals...
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January 1, 2024
Betty Designs to Launch New Sportswear Line and Site Redesign In 2024
PARK CITY, UTAH/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Over a decade after taking triathlon fashion from boring to badass, Betty Designs aims to shake the sphere once more with BDlab Sportswear —a meticulously crafted line of fashion-forward apparel for the modern woman. Since its inception, Betty Designs has thrived off disrupting the racecourse,...
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January 1, 2024
RBC GranFondo Whistler Crowned #1 Best Gran Fondo in North America by GranFondoGuide.com
1/ JAN /2024, [Vancouver/Whistler, BC Canada] /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 14th Annual RBC GranFondo Whistler was today announced as the Overall Best Gran Fondo in North America by GranFondoGuide.com. Held yearly on the 2nd Saturday of September, the event not only received overwhelming acclaim from participants and spectators but also clinched...
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December 29, 2023
Falmouth Road Race Inc. Announces Over $93,000 Awarded in Winter Grants
FALMOUTH, Mass. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Falmouth Road Race, Inc. had a record-breaking year across the board, with top times at the road race and best-ever fundraising numbers. Their successful fundraising allowed the organization to award a total $218,997.54 in grants this past year, which includes $93,455.54 being awarded to five...
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December 28, 2023
Who made the most triathlon prize money in 2023?
Long-distance racers dominated the prize money lists in 2023, according to the detailed analysis by Trirating.com’s Thorsten Radde. While two of the top-five money earners from the year did compete in short-course races, the lion’s share of their income came from Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and Ironman races. Here’s a...
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December 28, 2023
Discover Exciting Opportunities with the Austin Marathon at Upcoming Recruitment Event
AUSTIN, Texas /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - High Five Events, the parent company of the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon and other premier endurance events, is thrilled to unveil an upcoming recruitment session targeting prospective part-time team members. Scheduled to take place at the High Five Events office in Austin, Texas, on Thursday,...
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December 27, 2023
UltraRunning Magazine Launches Old School Ultras Calendar
December 27, 2023, Bend, OR /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - UltraRunning Magazine is proud to announce the launch of our 2024 Old School Ultras calendar. These events are a collection of legendary races that have stood the test of time and represent the ethos of ultrarunning. Each race was hand-selected for its...
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December 27, 2023
CREDOTri Enters into Agreement with IRONMAN
Fort-Lauderdale, FL December 27th , 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - CREDOTri, the revolutionary, go-to application for triathletes worldwide, announced today that the company has inked an agreement with IRONMAN, which will see triathlons from the IRONMAN® Series, IRONMAN® 70.3® Series, and 5150™ Triathlon series officially included on the platform. Launched in December...
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December 26, 2023
John Bysiewicz Named MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director of the Year
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - A committee made up of race directors, athletes, media, corporate executives, and club officials has named John Bysiewicz, Owner and President of JB Sports, as the MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director of the Year. MYLAPS Sports Technology is the presenting sponsor. John will be honored at a...
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December 26, 2023
Verge Becomes Official Apparel Partner for the World Tour Intermarché-Wanty Team
NEW YORK, December 26th, 2023 / ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Verge, the innovative leader in custom cycling apparel, is honored to announce a new technical partnership with the UCI World Tour Team, Intermarché-Wanty. Under the multi-year agreement, Verge becomes the official custom clothing supplier for the prominent Belgian cycling squad through 2026....
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December 26, 2023
SUAREZ and Gran Fondo National Series Release 2024 Event Apparel Collection
(Gettysburg, PA – December 26, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Gran Fondo National Series and SUAREZ Cycling Apparel today released the designs for event-specific cycling jerseys that will be included with registration for 2024 Gran Fondo National Series owned events. Now in its third year as the title sponsor of the...
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December 26, 2023
Running USA Announces Six Industry Conference Scholarship Recipients for 2024
(December 26, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Running USA is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Running USA Industry Conference scholarships. Each of the recipients will receive an event registration, lodging and airfare in order to attend the Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku in Orlando, Jan. 31...
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December 26, 2023
NorCalUltras Announces its 2024 Race Line Up with Holiday Deals!
Cool, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - On Saturday, March 2, 2024, more than 600 ultra-runners will travel from around the globe to race in the 34th Annual Way Too Cool 50K Endurance Run (WTC50K). The 50K race is known as one of the most popular trail and ultra-running endurance events in...
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December 26, 2023
Final Call for 2024 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Elite Field
AUSTIN, Texas, December 27, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - High Five Events, the organization behind the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, is inviting elite runners to submit applications before December 31 for participation in the 2024 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon’s Elite Athlete Field. Celebrating its seventh consecutive year, the Elite Athlete Field...
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December 22, 2023
Muuvr secures $4.16 million in post-seed funding round
Muuvr, the activity app that motivates runners, cyclists, and triathletes to be more active through rewards and community, has announced a significant investment into the brand’s future. The $4.16 million secured capital will fuel the next chapter of Muuvr’s growth strategy. This includes advancements in app development, marketing and acquisition...
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December 22, 2023
Entry Fees Increase on January 1 Ahead of 2024 Grandma’s Marathon Weekend
(DULUTH, MINN.) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Registration remains on a near record pace ahead of the 48th annual Grandma’s Marathon weekend, and entry fees will now increase starting on January 1, 2024. More than 18,500 people have already signed up for one of the weekend’s three races, which are Grandma’s Marathon,...
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December 22, 2023
Nike Aims to Save $2B Over Three Years With New Plan to ‘Streamline’ Organization
Nike on Thursday announced new measures to “streamline” its organization after reporting a profit beat for the second quarter. The athletic giant said in a release that it sees the potential to save up to $2 billion, although these measures involve layoffs. Nike said it could see pre-tax restructuring charges...
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December 22, 2023
ReSport announces real-time trail mapping with photographs and video
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ ReSport announces the launch of an ultra-portable device that mounts on the back of a bicycle to document bike paths and other trails in real time, producing maps similar to Google Street View. The device captures 360-degree photos from tiny cameras within the housing, tracks location, and can...
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December 22, 2023
US Trail Running Conference Marks 12th Anniversary in Knoxville, A Trail Enthusiast’s Paradise
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Active at Altitude, the organizers behind the acclaimed US Trail Running Conference, proudly reveal Knoxville, Tennessee, as the host for the 2024 USTRC. In recent years, Knoxville has been focused on increasing access to the outdoors and showcasing the natural beauty of the surrounding areas which include the...
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December 22, 2023
Smasher Gear Announces Exciting 3-Year Partnership with Lincoln Marathon
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Lincoln, NE – Smasher Gear is thrilled to announce a partnership with the prestigious Lincoln Marathon. Smasher Gear will become the official technical apparel for the Lincoln Marathon, providing participants with high-quality, performance-driven gear designed to enhance their running experience. Athletes can expect cutting-edge designs, innovative materials, and...
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December 22, 2023
Mountain Outpost to Broadcast the 2024 Hardrock 100
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run (Hardrock) is excited to announce a partnership with Mountain Outpost (a division of Aravaipa Running) to deliver the 2024 Livestream of the Hardrock. Building on the excitement generated from the 2023 Livestream, Hardrock is looking forward to working with Mountain Outpost...
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December 21, 2023
USA Triathlon Partners with RipRoar Events and Flatland Cup Triathlon to Host 2024 USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Nationals in West Des Moines
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - USA Triathlon, in partnership with RipRoar Events and the Flatland Cup Triathlon today announced the 2024 USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Nationals will be held July 12-14, 2024 in West Des Moines, Iowa. USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Nationals welcomes youth athletes of all...
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December 21, 2023
Compass Diversified Receives $75.2 Million Equity Investment
Compass Diversified (CODI), owner of Velocity Outdoor, BOA, Primaloft, 5.11, and other active lifestyle brands, reported that it had completed a private placement of approximately 3.6 million of its common shares to a mutual fund managed by Allspring Global Investments to raise $75.2 million. The shares were sold for $21.18...
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December 21, 2023
Pensacola Double Bridge Run Registrations Are Going Fast!
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Pensacola, FL (December 21, 2023) – The 2024 Publix Pensacola Double Bridge Run presented by aDoor Real Estate is always a fan favorite for its challenging course and spectacular scenery. The 2024 race is limited to 4,000 runners and slots are filling up quickly. Runners are encouraged to...