News Topics
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February 8, 2021
Athlete Recovery from COVID-19
Seven different Slowtwitch forum members shared their COVID-19 stories and their unique paths to recovery. Slowtwitch
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February 8, 2021
10 Black-Owned Tri Businesses to Support
Supporting Black-owned businesses should be more than a trend or a one-time action. It should be a part of your tri life—diversifying where and how you spend your hard-earned dollars. triathlete
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February 8, 2021
UCI bans forearms-on-bars aero position, adds penalties for littering
The UCI is likely to anger riders in the professional peloton for banning the forearms-on-bars aerodynamic position commonly used in breakaways. Riders can also be fined, docked ranking points and penalised time if they throw objects such as bidons and waste outside of new litter zones. Cycling News
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February 8, 2021
The Most Puckering Bike Run You’ll See This Week
Danny MacAskill is not from this earth, but a planet filled with mountain bikers who can’t touch the ground with their feet, maybe because it is lava. This is MegaSkillz descending the Dubh Slabs on the Isle of Skye. Adventure Journal
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February 8, 2021
RIA Survey Details Run Specialty Channel Recovery In 2020
The latest survey from the Running Industry Association (RIA) found that in spite of store closures in March and April, the run specialty channel proved resilient and rebounded nicely in the back half of 2020. SGB Media
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February 8, 2021
Gatorade Lures New CMO From Nike.
Former NFL player Kalen Thornton takes the helm at the PepsiCo-owned sports drink behemoth AdAge
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February 8, 2021
Peloton Announces $600 Million Convertible Note Offering
The notes are to be sold via a private offering, with a due date of 2026. The Deep Dive CA
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February 8, 2021
Can Technology Help Us Eat Better?
A new crop of digital health companies is using blood glucose monitors to transform the way we eat. NYT
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February 8, 2021
Location matters when it comes to health: 2021’s healthiest and unhealthiest cities in America
To determine which areas prioritize residents’ well-being, WalletHub compared more than 180 of the most populated U.S. cities across 44 key indicators of good health. Our data set ranges from the cost of a medical visit to fruit and vegetable consumption to COVID-19 cases. WalletHub
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February 8, 2021
The 2021 London marathon is set to be the biggest yet with 50,000 places in the race – and another 50,000 places for the virtual event.
London Marathon runners are set to find out if they have won a place in this year's race. Evening Standard
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February 8, 2021
RockTape and TriggerPoint Awarded Blanket Purchase Agreement to Deliver the World’s Best Kinesiology Tape and Foam Rollers to United States Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Medical Centers
Durham, N.C. – RockTape®, a leader in sports medicine products and education, is proud to announce a five-year blanket purchase agreement (BPA) with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), introducing the world’s best kinesiology tape and TriggerPoint™ mobility rollers to the Physical Therapy category of the Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) 2.0...
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February 8, 2021
Klean Kanteen Expands Reusable Lineup to Include Food Solutions
CHICO, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2021) – Klean Kanteen, the Climate Neutral Certified, family and employee-owned leader in sustainable drinkware, is pleased to introduce new food box storage solutions and improved food canisters. The new Klean Kanteen Food Boxes are reusable, conveniently sized and ideal for meals on the go. Made...
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February 8, 2021
Rockstar All Access moves forward with Highway 61 Challenge
February 08, 2021 Memphis, TN – Rockstar All Access announces today it has finalized plans to move forward with the inaugural Highway 61 Challenge. The ride is set to roll on March 25th from the Guesthouse at Graceland in Memphis, TN. Covering 500 miles the ride will take participants south along...
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February 8, 2021
USA Cycling announces 2021 Professional Cyclocross Calendar
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced on Monday the Professional Cyclocross (ProCX) calendar with a dynamic 11-event program for 2021. The ProCX will offer spirited head-to-head competition among the top North American cyclocross athletes as the USA prepares to host the world’s best at the UCI Cyclocross World Championships...
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February 8, 2021
Swiss Running Brand On Expands in Track & Field With Elite Athlete Chloe Abbott
ZURICH, Switzerland, February 8, 2021 - On, Swiss high-performance running brand, today announces the signing of University of Kentucky standout Chloe Abbott to its roster of Track & Field athletes. The NCAA runner-up in 2019's 400m (400m PB of 50.98) has set her sights on representing On and Team USA...
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February 8, 2021
KINeSYS Secures a Coveted Place in 2021 Bicycling Magazine Fitness Awards
8th February 2021; Vancouver, Canada - BICYCLING Magazine, the world’s leading cycling media brand, have announced their coveted 2021 Fitness Awards. These are the essential products obsessively tested by Bicycling Magazine’s gear and fitness experts, and KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen has taken out Best Sunscreen with their SPF 30 Clear Zinc. Bicycling Magazine provides over...
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February 8, 2021
Ötztaler Cycle Marathon partners with ROUVY to offer Virtual Experience of the Epic Austrian Alps
Sölden, Austria / February 8, 2021 - The Ötztaler Rad Marathon is a legendary event that celebrates its 40th edition this year. Fortunately, a long compulsory break that befell the race is now coming to an end. The preparations for the Ötztaler Cycle Marathon to be held on 29th, August 2021, have...
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February 8, 2021
Zone3 USA Signs a Multi-Year Agreement with Without Limits Productions
BOULDER, Colorado, February 8th, 2021 – Zone3 USA has agreed to a multi-year partnership to cover all of the swim and swim course needs for Without Limits Productions. Zone3 USA will also be the Title Sponsor of the popular Stroke and Stride series held every summer at the Boulder Reservoir....
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February 8, 2021
Life Time Launches First-Ever Her Summit: An Outdoor Sport Education Series for Women from March 19-21
BOULDER, Colo., (February 8, 2021) - Her Summit, a virtual women’s retreat created to increase comfort, accessibility and knowledge of outdoor sports for women was introduced today by Life Time, the premier omnichannel healthy lifestyle brand that owns and operates luxury athletic resorts and iconic athletic events. The virtual weekend...
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February 6, 2021
Ted Metellus named race director of TCS New York City Marathon
This makes him the first black race director of any of the Abbott World Marathon Majors races, right on the heels of large-scale allegations of sexism and racism in NYRR by current and former employees. ESPN
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February 5, 2021
Peloton wants to make ‘tens of millions’ of bikes and treads — and says its recent acquisition will help it get there
Peloton has plans to dominate the at-home fitness industry through its acquisition of fitness manufacturer Precor, allowing the firm to ramp up production across the US. Business Insider
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February 5, 2021
Colorado and Georgia high school leagues leave NICA
Two of the longest-standing high school mountain bike racing leagues in the country, the Colorado High School Cycling League, and the Georgia Interscholastic Cycling League, have decided to go it alone, withdrawing from the National Interscholastic Cycling Association. Bicycle Retailer
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February 5, 2021
UCI to ban ‘super tuck’ with suspension touted as possible punishment
The aerodynamic position that allows riders to descend faster is often criticised as being a dangerous manoeuvre, and cycling’s governing body are banning it alongside a range of new measures to improve rider safety. Cycling Weekly
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February 5, 2021
USA Cycling Announces 2021 National Downhill Series
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling announced Friday the 2021 National Downhill Series. Downhill racers will have the chance to compete in these internationally and domestically ranked races spanning coast-to-coast. This schedule is dependent upon the state of the pandemic and events reserve the right to make changes accordingly. This...
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February 5, 2021
After 413 days, J&A Racing welcomed runners back with a live event
February 5, 2021 – VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA– After 413 days, J&A Racing welcomed runners back to the start line of a live event on January 30, 2021. A small field of 250 runners participated in the inaugural Sun Up to Sun Down Trail Race presented by Fruitive. While this event...