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November 12, 2020
Tokyo Olympics could look to secure own vaccine supply, says Thomas Bach
International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has not ruled out seeking to source a supply of coronavirus vaccine doses to ensure the safe staging of the Tokyo Games in 2021. He will visit the Japanese capital between Nov. 15 and 18, his first trip there since the Games were...
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November 12, 2020
Hustle Clean Helps Everyone Reach Their Human Potential At National High-performance Conference This Weekend
Justin Forsett and Wale Forrester, co-founders of Hustle Clean, are some of the world-class experts speaking to every facet of performance at Performance Reset 2020. Featuring CEOs, mindset masters, live coaching and engaging sessions through an immersive online event, the event offers 25 sessions and 15 speakers including Paralympic medalist...
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November 12, 2020
USA Cycling Announces New Programs for Youth and Collegiate Cycling
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling has announced plans for two initiatives that further the organization’s commitment of championing efforts to get more kids on bikes, strengthen the development pipeline through collegiate cycling and welcoming all riders to be a part of the future of American cycling. With the assistance...
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November 12, 2020
Forbes Review Calls NordicTrack S22i Studio Cycle “An Exercise Bike With An Amazing Feature Peloton Lacks”
(LOGAN, Utah, November 12, 2020) — A patented combination of interactive connected fitness technology and intuitive, one-of-a-kind hardware puts NordicTrack ahead of Peloton’s Bike+, according to Forbes’ recent review of the NordicTrack S22i Studio Cycle. Forbes kicks off with praise for the amazing feature Peloton’s Bike+ lacks — a 20%...
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November 12, 2020
Rock ‘n’ Road Trip Hits the Strip for Rock ‘n’ Roll VR Las Vegas, Offering Participants a Virtual Running Tour of the City of Lights with Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Remix Challenge Options
LAS VEGAS, Nev. / TAMPA, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2020) – After the first multi-stop virtual race weekend that saw over 14,000 participants get their run on in two popular Rock ‘n’ Roll destinations virtually, with Bose Rock ‘n’ Roll VR® Savannah and United Airlines Rock ‘n’ Roll VR Washington DC,...
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November 12, 2020
Big City Mountaineers Announces Summit for Someone 2021 Fundraising Adventures
GOLDEN, Colo. (November 12, 2020) – Big City Mountaineers (BCM), a leading provider of outdoor experiences for youth from unfairly marginalized communities announces Summit for Someone 2021 fundraising campaign. The BCM Summit for Someone program gives everyone the opportunity to challenge themselves while helping to support the youth that BCM serves every year. Each...
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November 12, 2020
Life Time Launches Virtual FitGiving Challenge During November
CHANHASSEN, Minn., Nov. 12, 2020 —While most Turkey Day 5Ks and Turkey Trot races are flying the coop in 2020 because of COVID-19 precautions, Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy way of life brand, has launched the Life Time FitGiving Challenge presented by Invisalign in an effort to keep people...
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November 12, 2020
The Dragon x 686 Collaborative Jacket and Goggle – A cross-inspired dual camo colorway
SAN CLEMENTE, CA, (November 12, 2020) –Dragon Eyewear, a leader in the performance eyewear space with deep roots in the action sports world, and 686, an apparel company known for uniquely crafted designs and collaborations, has introduced a new capsule collection for the Winter 2020 season. Inclusive of the 686...
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November 12, 2020
Running Industry Unites to Honor Icon
Portland, OR - On October 14th, the running industry lost a treasured friend and invaluable supporter of the sport. Tony Banovich, Race Director for the Missoula Marathon and Executive Director of the nonprofit Run Wild Missoula, was kind, generous, and encouraging of all, welcoming countless new runners over the years....
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November 12, 2020
Introducing GFNY Coaching
NEW YORK CITY, November 12, 2020 – GFNY Coaching is a new resource to train riders to be ready for their best GFNY race day. The plans are designed with the athlete’s schedule, goals and budget in mind and are based on the idea that every athlete can improve with...
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November 12, 2020
Challenged Athletes Foundation and National Wheelchair Basketball Association Host Panel Discussion to Empower Female Adaptive Athletes
SAN DIEGO, CA – (November 12, 2020) – Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) are set to co-host an engaging discussion on the importance of female participation in sports. Moderated by Paralympian Andrea Woodson-Smith, the panel will be held virtually on November 18 at 1:00pm PST...
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November 11, 2020
Defamation suit against USA Cycling dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed former congressional candidate and Olympic gold medal cyclist Marty Nothstein’s lawsuit against the sport’s governing body over its disclosure of a sexual misconduct allegation against him. Nothstein alleged USA Cycling damaged his reputation and invaded his privacy by placing him on a list of cyclists...
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November 11, 2020
Fourth Stop on IRONMAN VR World Tour Visits the Southern Coast of Africa Offering IRONMAN VR32 South Africa
IRONMAN® VR World Tour™ The IRONMAN VR World Tour: Spotlight on Africa The five-week long IRONMAN VR® World Tour focusing on specific regions of the world kicked off Oct. 19 and runs through Nov. 22. Participants have the unique opportunity to virtually travel to 20 stunning race locations around the...
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November 11, 2020
Sun Valley Takes Gold In Prestigious Resort Awards
Sun Valley Resort, the fabled, prestigious and original North American destination ski resort, is proud to announce it has been named as the top ski resort in the 2021 Annual Ski Resort Awards by SKI Magazine. This is the first time the Resort has won this award. The annual Resort...
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November 11, 2020
Brompton Bicycle Launches Campaign for Movement
NEW YORK (November 11, 2020) – Brompton Bicycle, the London-based manufacturer of the iconic Brompton folding bike, launches its Campaign for Movement initiative today along with a partnership with Transportation Alternatives, a New York City-based advocacy group leading the movement for safe, equitable streets. “Campaign for Movement is a call...
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November 11, 2020
Super League Triathlon Moves Into USA With Acquisition Of Malibu Triathlon
Super League Triathlon (SLT) is set to establish itself in the USA with the acquisition of the Malibu Triathlon. The prestigious event has welcomed world class athletes as well as Hollywood stars such as Matthew McConaughey and Zac Efron during its long and illustrious history and secures Super League Triathlon...
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November 11, 2020
PKRS Launches Endurance Athlete Ambassador Program
(Santa Monica, CA – NOVEMBER 11, 2020) — PKRS.AI, the artificial intelligence-enabled holistic training platform for endurance athletes, today launches an all-new ambassador program to motivate people around the world to reach their peak potential through sports. PKRS is now accepting applications to join the ambassador program online at pkrs.ai/ambassadors....
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November 11, 2020
Feeling Patriotic? Retro Stars-and-Stripes Kit Raises Funds for Military Athletes
US Military Endurance Sports (USMES) Boulder, CO – Nov 11, 2020 – In honor of Veterans Day 2020, USMES and Pactimo introduce the USMES Retro Kit, honoring the US Military. The limited-edition stars-and-stripes design raises funds for US Military Endurance Sports, a 501(c)3 supporting endurance sports for active duty and...
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November 11, 2020
2021 CapTex Triathlon Opens Registration
AUSTIN, Texas, November 11, 2020 - High Five Events, one of the largest privately owned event production companies in the United States, opens registration for the CapTex Triathlon presented by Life Time today, November 11th. Every year on Memorial Day weekend, triathletes from around the country participate in Austin’s only...
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November 11, 2020
Organizations Raise More than $30 Million on RunSignup | GiveSignup’s Challenge Platform
RunSignup | GiveSignup released a new Virtual Challenge platform in Spring, 2020 to provide nonprofits and race directors with an interactive way to engage supporters from a distance. In November, the platform reached an impressive milestone, with 1,800+ virtual challenges raising more than $30 Million and registering more than 410,000...
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November 11, 2020
Following the Successful 124th Boston Marathon Virtual Experience, the Boston Athletic Association Launches its Next Virtual Event with haku
The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has shown not only resilience through the ongoing pandemic, but also innovation by introducing a truly unique experience to a global stage when they hosted the 124th Boston Marathon Virtual Experience last month. The world-renowned virtual experience lasted from September 5-14 and included 16,157 finishers—90...
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November 11, 2020
Bikerumor founder launches Content Marketing Newsletter for Outdoor Brands
Key Points: Bikerumor founder launches weekly content marketing newsletter Informed by 20+ years experience in marketing, publishing & product development Cycling & outdoor industry specific concepts Real world examples and big ideas brands can use immediately Pro Tips from top content marketing experts Join here: https://sendfox.com/bitesizecontent Greensboro, NC - Aimed...
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November 10, 2020
The 2020 Outsiders of the Year
Typically, the annual Outsiders of the Year package highlights only people, but because 2020 was unusual, Outside took a different approach to its latest edition of the list. Items, trends, plus two very good dogs made this challenging year a little more bearable. Here are their picks for the 2020...
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November 10, 2020
Peloton, Beyoncé Ink Multi-Year Content Partnership
Connected fitness company Peloton and 24-time Grammy award-winning singer Beyoncé have a multi-year content partnership that includes elements to honor Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The first initiative between the parties is a series of classes to commemorate “homecoming season,” the annual fall tradition at HBCUs. Read more on Front...
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November 10, 2020
Adidas Earnings Recover in Q3, But Lockdowns Could Affect Outlook
The German-based sportswear company reported that income for the three months ending Sept. 30 was $683 million down from $761.5 million a year earlier. Revenues in Q3 decreased 7% to $7.04 billion; Q2 revenue decreased 34%. In the first nine months of 2020, revenues decreased 18% on a currency-neutral basis....