August 8, 2023

Under Armour Limits Fiscal Q1 Downside with Strong International Growth

Under Armour, Inc.’s total net revenue was down 2.4 percent (-1.3 percent currency-neutral) year-over-year to $1.32 billion in the fiscal first quarter ended June 30. Wholesale revenues declined 6.3 percent to $742.0 million in the quarter, while direct-to-consumer sales increased 4.5 percent to $544.2 million in the period. SGB Media

August 8, 2023

Asics Posts Another Record Quarter Thanks to Global Return of In-Person Sporting Events

Asics hit another milestone in the second quarter of 2023, reporting its highest-ever quarterly sales as business increased year-on-year in all regions and categories in the period. According to the Japan-based athletic brand, net sales in the second quarter increased 28.9 percent to 290 billion yen ($2.03 billion based on...

August 8, 2023

Sports Tech HQ Invests in SummaForte™, a Science-Driven Performance and Recovery Brand For Athletes, Fitness-Conscious Consumers, and Sports Training, Rehabilitation and Medical Professionals

INDIANAPOLIS /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Sports Tech HQ is pleased to announce its investment in SummaForte, a performance and recovery brand leveraging CBD, clinically-tested nutrients, and innovative manufacturing and delivery technologies to help people achieve peak performance and rapid recovery. The US Farm Bill of 2018 legalized CBD throughout the US, but...

August 7, 2023

TicketSocket teams up with The National Cycling League in a multi-year partnership to provide a white label ticketing and registration solution

Giant Group's first-half revenue was NT$42.6 billion ($1.34 billion) in its first fiscal half, down 5.4% from the same period last year. But the company said strong sales in the China market helped. The domestic China market's interest in performance cycling drove a 70% sales increase in the half there....

August 7, 2023

Thömus Bikes Head to Glasgow for UCI MTB World Championships with Three Favorites

Santa Monica, California (August 7th, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ -  Thōmas Maxon Team, current UCI team points leaders are ready to head to Glasgow with 4th placed UCI ranked Lars Forster, winner in Leogang, 19th placed Mathias Flückiger who took 2nd in Val De Sole, Vital Albin, U23 rider Luke Weidmann,...

August 5, 2023

Brownlee Fitness and Challenge Family Unite to Redefine the Triathlete Race and Training Experience via TrainingPeaks

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - In a collaboration announced today, Brownlee Fitness and Challenge Family have joined forces to create the ultimate race and training experience for triathletes across the globe, delivered via TrainingPeaks. Drawing on the expertise of two of the UK's greatest triathletes, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, this collaboration marks...

August 3, 2023

Oiselle Launches “Year of the Underbird” in Support of Unsponsored OTQ Athletes

Seattle, Wash. (August 3, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Oiselle, an innovator and thought leader in the women’s running space announces their new sponsorship program, “Year of the Underbird”. This initiative will support 5 unsponsored female marathon runners as they prepare for the Olympic Trials in Orlando in 2024. Sponsorship includes...

August 3, 2023

Nix Biosensors teams up with the National Cycling League to provide innovative hydration technology to NCL athletes

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Today, the National Cycling League (NCL) announced an official partnership with Nix Biosensors. This partnership celebrates the shared commitment of both companies in their continued efforts towards innovation in the field. The NCL, which launched last year, is reimagining the future of sports with the first women-...

August 3, 2023

BibBoards Celebrates 6 Years of Innovation, Surpassing Milestones in Endurance Sports

San Ramon, Ca /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – BibBoards INC the pioneering inventors of BibBoards event bib fasteners, proudly celebrates its 6th anniversary, marking a remarkable journey of innovation, growth, and industry impact. With unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence, BibBoards has become a staple in the running & cycling community, transforming the...

August 3, 2023

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PERCEEV – the Digital Stadium of Endurance Sports – Seeks Ignitor Accounts

Carlsbad, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Perceev, a software as a service platform for endurance racing events, is emerging from stealth. Perceev is seeking race organizers who are interested in utilizing the platform as strategic partners. These partners will benefit from FREE use of the platform and FREE in-house builds for...

August 2, 2023

Helijet Superweek announced in celebration of RBC GranFondo Whistler 2023 partnership

[Vancouver, BC] /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - RBC GranFondo Whistler today announced the week of August 7-13, 2023 will be designated as Helijet Superweek. Helijet is the official air transport partner of the event which holds the title of North America’s largest Gran Fondo, a mass-participation cycling challenge. Helijet Superweek is a new...

August 2, 2023

Elite Podiatrist and Footwear Developer Simon Bartold Backs Innovative Vimazi, Will Exclusively Distribute in AU and NZ

Portland, Ore., (August 2, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Vimazi, maker of the first ever pace-tuned running shoes, and Simon Bartold, globally recognized podiatrist to the running elite and advanced development consultant for industry leaders ASICS and Salomon, announce today a partnership to have Bartold be Vimaz’s exclusive distributor for Australia...

August 2, 2023

Independent mountain bike magazine Cranked to cease publication

Independent mountain bike magazine Cranked is to cease publication next month, with its 34th edition the last to roll off the printers. Founded in 2015 by photographer and writer Rogers, Cranked operated with the tagline “a magazine for mountain bikers”, and each quarter delivered high quality writing and photography from...

August 2, 2023

UCI announces creation of second division of women’s professional cycling teams

The International Cycling Union (UCI) has announced plans to create a second division of women’s professional teams, a move that would bring the sport’s team structure in line with their male counterparts. The UCI women’s pro team division is set to come into the sport in 2025 and is due...

August 2, 2023

10 Years and Counting: haku Notches Anniversary Milestone

Miami, August, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ –haku is thrilled to announce a momentous milestone as it celebrates its 10-year anniversary, commemorating a decade of excellence in providing comprehensive business solutions to event organizers. With an unwavering commitment to empowering organizers in their technology transformation journey, haku has redefined the landscape of how...

August 2, 2023

The National Cycling League announces additional star-studded investors including Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s Boardroom Sports Holdings, Heisman Trophy winner and Super Bowl XXXI MVP Desmond Howard, and CEO of DraftKings Jason Robins.

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – This week, the National Cycling League (NCL), the first professional cycling league of its kind, announced the addition of new investors to its diverse and star-studded roster, including Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s Boardroom Sports Holdings, former NFL wide receiver Desmond Howard, and CEO of DraftKings Jason...

August 1, 2023

Sports Flooring Franchise, Innovative Sports Surfacing, Kicks Off Nationwide Sales Launch with New Territories Signed

Louisville, KY /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Innovative Sports Surfacing, a differentiated sports flooring franchise specializing in poured-in-place rubber, artificial grass installation, bonded rubber mulch, sports flooring, and more, has just kicked off its nationwide franchise launch with two new territories signed. The brand, which officially opened its franchise opportunity just weeks ago,...

August 1, 2023

Under Armour Launches First-Ever Loyalty Program As It Looks to Improve North American Business

Under Armour, Inc. today announced the launch of its first-ever loyalty program, “UA Rewards,” for U.S.-based consumers 16 years and older. Eligible customers can enroll for the program for free on Under Armour’s website or digital apps and platforms. Once enrolled, they can earn points through purchases, product reviews, and...

August 1, 2023

Running Retailers Are Sprinting Into the Pickleball Category

When Jeff Harris picked up pickleball during the pandemic, he didn’t have a business agenda. His family retail store, Run With It in Fort Walton Beach, Fla., sold running and walking gear. At the time, pickleball was just a fun way for the then 57-year-old to stay active and social...

August 1, 2023

SPORTIME Randall’s Island Announces Indoor Pickleball Expansion

New York, August 1, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – SPORTIME Randall’s Island, New York City’s premiere tennis facility, to add 12 indoor pickleball courts this fall. Court-time rentals, instructional clinics, social and competitive open play sessions, events and more will all be on the menu for the hundreds of thousands of City...

August 1, 2023

Saris Announces Expanded Sales Team to Support Independent Bike Dealers

MADISON, Wis. (August 1, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Saris, manufacturer of world-class bike racks, trainers, storage and infrastructure, today announced the appointment of several new – and returning – employees to the company’s internal sales team. Tasked with supporting the critical network of independent bike dealers (IBD) across the country,...

August 1, 2023

RACE RESULT releases new and enhanced registration tools in the RACE RESULT 12 software

August 1, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - RACE RESULT is proud to present an advanced online registration tool that brings even more clarity and convenience to the process of creating registration forms. The new tool is integrated into the existing RACE RESULT 12 software, which combines essential features such as registration...

August 1, 2023

Deadline Extended for Photographers and Filmmakers to Apply for Inaugural Outside Awards

Boulder, Colo. (August 1, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Outside Interactive, Inc., the world’s leading creator of active lifestyle content, services, events, and experiences, announced today that due to increasing demand and entries, the inaugural Outside Awards deadline has been extended by one week and is now August 6, 2023. The...

July 28, 2023

Hot-Selling Hoka Looks to Meet Excess Demand with DTC

High-growth running brand Hoka continued its strong performance in the first quarter for parent company Deckers Brands – so much so that the company boosted its full-year revenue outlook based on Hoka’s results despite every other brand it its portfolio recording first quarter sales declines. For the quarter ended June...

July 28, 2023

Clif Bar Continues to Improve Profitability Under New Owner

Mondelez International said its recently-acquired Clif Bar business continued to improve profitability in the second quarter with the help of higher prices amid “robust” sales growth and as Clif Bar recently overhauled its management team, including the exit of CEO Sally Grimes. At the close of February, Alexandre Zigliara was...