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July 7, 2020

Race Across America Wraps Up Its First Virtual Edition

Boulder, CO (July 7, 2020) – For the first time in 39 years Race Across America (RAAM) was not held. The same was true for the 12th edition of Race Across the West (RAW). The cancellation of RAAM & RAW this year prompted the concept of virtual versions of the race....

July 7, 2020

ElliptiGO Named Title Sponsor of Bike for Humanity II with Bill Walton and Friends

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – ElliptiGO Inc., creator of the world’s first elliptical bicycle, announced today that it is the title sponsor of the ElliptiGO Bike for Humanity II cycling event with Bill Walton and Friends (www.bikeforhumanity.com). Bike for Humanity II will take place around the world on Saturday, July 25th,...

July 7, 2020

Alex Egan Joins USA Triathlon Foundation Board of Trustees

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Alexander Egan (New York, N.Y.), a nonprofit executive and avid triathlete, was announced today as the newest addition to the 11-member USA Triathlon Foundation Board of Trustees. Egan brings more than 15 years of experience in nonprofit management and fundraising. He currently serves as the Chief...

July 7, 2020

Introducing XTERRA Virtual Racing and Rally Around XTERRA Planet Challenge

Honolulu, HI (July 7, 2020) - XTERRA today announced the 2020 XTERRA Virtual Race Series, a universal collection of dynamic challenges to unite and inspire the global race community. XTERRA VR kicks off July 15 with the Rally Around XTERRA Planet Challenge: a 30-day quest calling for the worldwide XTERRA...

July 7, 2020

Elite Official Partner of 15 Virtual Tour de France Teams for Virtual Tour de France on Zwift

FONTANIVA, ITALY — Elite announces their official partnership with 15 Virtual Tour de France Teams for the Virtual Tour de France on Zwift. The month of July usually means one thing for the cycling world: Tour de France. However, fans will have to wait until the end of August to witness...

July 7, 2020

Junipers Brings Functional, Quick-Dry Bikini to Life for Adventurous Women

CARNELIAN BAY, Calif. (July 7, 2020) - Junipers, the first do-it-all hybrid bikini made of quick-drying, recycled, eco-friendly fabric, has launched a Kickstarter with the goal of raising funds to manufacture its first production run. Designed for adventurous women who want a technical swimsuit with a classic silhouette that stays...

July 7, 2020

National and local celebrities participate in DMSE’S Sports’ Virtual Run Across America

Boston (July 7, 2020)— DMSE Sports today announced the formation of two celebrity teams who are participating in the Medford2Medford Run Across America. Two teams of national and local celebrities have been virtually following in Dave McGillivray’s footsteps along the course he ran during his 1978 cross-America run from Medford,...

July 6, 2020

Tour de France safety protocols might not be as dramatic as many expect

Fans heading to the Tour de France this year might not see things as dramatically different as many expect for a race being held in the midst of a world pandemic. Tour boss Christian Prudhomme says ASO will use similar safety measures introduced after terror attacks in 2015. Read more...

July 6, 2020

How We Can Build an Anti-Racist Outdoor Industry

How We Can Build an Anti-Racist Outdoor Industry. The work must continue long after the protests end. Here’s how to start. Read more on Outside.

July 6, 2020

Ironman Says It Will Adjust Pro Worlds Slots And Prize Money

IRONMAN will make changes to both prize purses and slots depending on the field size at a given race, with pro purses and world spots reflecting how many pros are able to compete in a race—when there are races again.  Read more on triathlete.

July 6, 2020

Can’d Aid Partners with Royal Family KIDS for Majority of Do-Goodery at Your Doorstep Donations

Do-goodery at Your Doorstep, benefiting Royal Family KIDS — Can'd Aid, a nationally recognized nonprofit focused on people powered do-goodery, is delivering an opportunity to give back to kids in your community in foster care — right to your doorstep. Get some friends together, or your co-workers and put together...

July 6, 2020

Tracksmith Introduces the Amateur Support Program for 2021 Olympic Trials

BOSTON (July 6, 2020) – With just under a year until the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, OR., independent running brand Tracksmith is launching its Amateur Support Program, a platform to support up-and-coming athletes as they prepare for the Trials and the 2021 season. The program builds on...

July 3, 2020

Faced With Fundraising a Second Time, Boston Charity Runners Cry Foul

Many nonprofits are telling their runners that if they want to race in 2021, they’ll have to do additional fundraising. Read more on Runner's World.

July 3, 2020

Challenge Davos takes place as planned on August 29th

Davos -  We are really happy that our patience paid off. At the end of June the Swiss Federal Council allowed events for up to 1,000 people paving the way for the fourth edition of CHALLENGE DAVOS at the end of August. However the event is limited to 700 competitors due to...

July 3, 2020

Swiss Running Brand On Sponsors Olympic Qualifier Jake Riley

July 3, 2020 – PORTLAND, OREGON – Today, On, the fastest-growing running brand in the world, announces the sponsorship of Olympic marathon qualifier Jake Riley; the standout runner who clinched an astonishing second place in the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Marathon. Bolstering On’s roster, Riley joins the Swiss brand’s...

July 2, 2020

SFT Intelligent Training Aid Range Updated

‘Session in A Bottle’ – The first of our Intelligent Training Aid products. After the success of our first Silver bottle we now have 2 more colours with different focused main sets. An ideal coaching aid as soon as your pool reopens while coached sessions might be delayed. Your warmup...

July 2, 2020

Road Race Management Publishes List of All-Time Longest Serving Race Directors

At a time when the sport faces many challenges, Road Race Management has published on its website a list of race directors who have devoted decades to the sport. Topping the list is Laddie Lawrence, who has directed the Westport Summer Series (CT) for 56 years. CLICK HERE for the...

July 2, 2020

Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit announces 2020 Women in Triathlon Awards

Denver, Colorado, USA — July 2, 2020. The producers of the Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit are pleased to announce the second annual Women in Triathlon Awards presented by Coeur Sports to be held virtually on November 15th, 2020. Though Covid-19 has shifted our triathlon landscape, women continue to excel...

July 2, 2020

Live Feisty Media launches the Big Fit Girl Uncensored Podcast in partnership with Louise Green

Victoria, B.C. -  Live Feisty Media is pleased to announce the release of the podcast Big Fit Girl Uncensored in partnership with author, speaker and coach Louise Green. The podcast, released today, will expand upon the movement that was initiated by Green’s 2017 book, “Big Fit Girl: Embrace the Body...

July 2, 2020

Keep Your Cool This Summer with the June-July Edition RunnerBox and RiderBox

Flip flops are out, the sunscreen is on and Summer is here! Although it will be different to the norm, The RunnerBox and RiderBox team are here to help you make the most of those long hot sunny days with their latest June-July boxes. Released on June 1st, the Summer...

July 1, 2020

USA Cycling Cancels Road, Mountain, and Track National Championships for 2020

USA Cycling announced that it has been forced to cancel many of the national championships for the 2020 season, because of the pandemic.  The canceled races are: the Pro Road National Championships, Amateur Road National Championships, Masters Road National Championships, Grand Fondo National Championships, Mountain Bike National Championships, Elite and...

July 1, 2020

Big splash in swim-related markets: HEAD acquires Zoggs

HEAD, the leading global sporting goods group that owns the HEAD, PENN and MARES brands, has announced the acquisition of goggles and swimwear maker Zoggs, which holds leading market positions in the UK, Australia and various distributor markets. Read about it on Endurance Business.

July 1, 2020

Sea Otter Classic cancels 2020 edition, plans virtual experience

The Sea Otter Classic has canceled its October 1-4 event and is instead planning a virtual experience that includes product launches and cycling challenges. Read about it on VeloNews.

July 1, 2020

Giro d’Italia to enforce spectator social distancing with sound emitting wristbands

The Giro d'Italia plans to oblige stage finish spectators to wear wristbands that emit a sound when social distancing is breached as part of a series of measures and protocols to secure the go-ahead for the three-week Grand Tour from the Italian government.  Read about it on Cycling News.

July 1, 2020

2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference Going Virtual

BOULDER, Colo. (July 1, 2020) — The 2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC), which had been rescheduled to Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, will move to an online interactive “Virtual BLC” due to COVID-19. The Virtual BLC will provide inspirational keynotes, powerful ideas and the latest data to help bike industry...