Events

May 28, 2021

Why is the peloton hiding its true colours?

Of the 978 riders in the men’s pro peloton, none are gay. While this statement is true on the surface – not a single male rider at WorldTour or ProTeam level publicly identifies as gay. There is a conspicuous absence of openly LGBTQ+ riders in the pro peloton, especially among...

May 28, 2021

Fayetteville hires Medalist Sports to manage cyclocross events

The city has hired longtime event firm Medalist Sports to manage two high-profile cyclocross races this fall and next winter. Medalist replaces Parkven Productions, owned by Brook Watts and Kristin Diamond, which parted ways with the events as the race community pondered responses to Arkansas' recent anti-transgender legislation. Bicycle Retailer

May 27, 2021

UCI and Zwift reveal schedule for Olympic Virtual Series cycling events

A month after the UCI announced its partnership with Zwift to host the inaugural Olympic Virtual Series cycling events, the event schedule has now been unveiled. The Olympic Virtual Series — a new virtual event launched by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) — will run from June 1-27. Cycling News

May 27, 2021

Professional Triathletes Organisation Partners with British Triathlon to Support the Dorney Triathlon on 13th June

LONDON, ENGLAND: The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) today announced that it has partnered with British Triathlon, the governing body of the sport in Great Britain, and event organiser Dorney Lake Events to provide a professional prize purse along with media and marketing support for the Dorney Triathlon on 13th June at...

May 27, 2021

Giant Bicycles, Liv Cycling and PeopleForBikes’ Ride Spot Present the World Bicycle Day Challenge

Boulder, CO and Newbury Park, CA (May 27, 2021) — Giant Bicycles and Liv Cycling are partnering with PeopleForBikes and Ride Spot to present the World Bicycle Day Challenge — a 10-day campaign inspiring people to get out and ride. World Bicycle Day is Thursday, June 3, 2021. World Bicycle...

May 27, 2021

2021 ASICS Falmouth Road Race Announces 8,000 In-Person Runners for August 15 Event; Charity Runners Guaranteed Spot In Field

Falmouth, MA (May 27, 2021)– Falmouth Road Race, Inc., organizers of the 49th Annual ASICS Falmouth Road Race, one of America’s premier running events of the summer season, today announced that it will host a field of 8,000 in-person runners for its upcoming event on Sunday, August 15. Those who...

May 27, 2021

British Triathlon Confirms Live Photography at The AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds

A UK space company has been commissioned to provide space-enabled, live event photos at the AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds, organised by British Triathlon on 5-6 June. This service is set to boost participant engagement and virtual spectator involvements, helping the recovery of an industry heavily impacted by COVID-19....

May 27, 2021

Regions Banks Signs on as VIP Partner for Southern Firecracker Triathlon

May 27, 2021 Grenada, MS – Rockstar All Access announces today it has secured a deal with Regions Bank to provide an unique VIP experience for not only participants but spectators of the Southern Firecracker Triathlon. Regions Financial Corporation is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one...

May 27, 2021

Easy Day Sports and Flagship Cruises & Events Announce Coronado Ferry Partnership for 2021 Crown City Classic

CORONADO, Calif.  – May 27, 2021 –On Saturday, July 3, Flagship Cruises & Events is offering special early morning service of the Coronado Ferry for all runners participating in the 2021 Crown City Classic. “We couldn’t be more excited to partner with the Crown City Classic and help put on...

May 26, 2021

Climate change could push temperatures at the Tokyo Olympics to the ‘danger-zone’ for athletes, report warns

If COVID weren't enough, intense heat and high humidity could pose a serious risk to athletes at this year's Tokyo Olympics, according to a new report. The report, published Wednesday by the British Association for Sustainable Sport, details the concerns of leading athletes and scientists about the health impacts of...

May 26, 2021

Barebells Fuels Athlete Ambassadors at This Year’s CrossFit® Semifinals

LOS ANGELES (May 26, 2021) – Barebells– the revolutionary, high-in-protein, no added sugar* protein bar brand – is supporting several athlete ambassadors at the 2021 NO BULL CrossFit® Semifinals. “Our ambassadors have been training and preparing for this for a long time,” said Ben Jones, CEO. “They prove that hard...

May 26, 2021

The 2021 Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race Returns to a Live Start Line and Opens Registration

PITTSBURGH, PA (May 26, 2021) – The 44th annual Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and 26th annual Dollar Bank Junior Great Race open registration inviting participants to the live event. The One Great Weekend is scheduled for Sept. 25-26, 2021....

May 26, 2021

End Result Company Powers BOLDERBoulder’s BOLDER ON THE RUN in a Safe Return to In-Person Racing

Boulder, Colorado – May, 2021- One of the largest road races in the nation, and America's All-time Best 10K is back. With guidance from governmental entities and health officials, the BOLDERBoulder team is set to create a unique experience in 2021 to deliver the fun that the annual race is...

May 26, 2021

Schleck Gran Fondo’s Virtual Race on ROUVY with Jens Voigt, Frank Schleck and the 2010 Tour de France Winner, Andy Schleck on May 29th

Mondorf-les-Bains, Luxembourg / May 26, 2021 - Initially scheduled for May 29th, due to continuing pandemic restrictions, the outdoor race had to be rescheduled for September 25th. However, instead and on the same date, the race will take place as a virtual edition on ROUVY’s augmented reality platform, in a...

May 26, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup Releases Large Event Progress Report Predicting a Busy Fall for Races

(Moorestown, NJ)– GiveSignup | RunSignup, the leading US technology provider for fundraising and endurance events, released a progress report on the status of large endurance events. The report follows up on the 2019 list of 100 Largest Races and tracks their plans for 2021. The most significant takeaway is that...

May 26, 2021

Liz Dolan is 2021 Road Race Management Race Directors’ Meeting Keynote

May 26, 2021.- Liz Dolan is recognized as one the world’s leading marketers, having served as Chief Marketing Office at NIKE, The Oprah Winfrey Network, National Geographic and Fox Sports International. She was also on the marketing team that made the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup the most successful women’s sporting...

May 25, 2021

After 21 runners died during an ultramarathon, will the endurance sport look inward and explore whether it has become too extreme?

Critics have argued that some of these races have begun to blur the lines between the rugged and the reckless, and in the process, shifted the definition of an endurance race from conquering long distances to surviving the elements. NYT

May 25, 2021

Pure Gravel Debuts Pre-Ride Show at Unbound Kansas

Carlsbad, CA – Pure Gravel, a lifestyle brand focused on Gravel Cycling, is producing an entertaining Pre-Ride Show debuting at Unbound Gravel June 3-4 in Emporia Kansas. The presenting broadcast sponsor is FSA - Full Speed Ahead. The Pre-Ride Show will be filming in Emporia, Kansas June 3–5, 2021 at...

May 25, 2021

US advises against travel to Japan as Olympics approach

The US State Department has warned US citizens not to travel to Japan, citing the country’s high level of Covid-19 infections. The travel advisory comes less than two months before the Olympics are set to begin on the 23rd July and places Japan alongside nations that Americans are recommended to avoid...

May 25, 2021

The Vice Wine, in Partnership with USA Triathlon Foundation, Reveal “The Tri” 2019, Napa Valley

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The Vice Wine, in partnership with the USA Triathlon Foundation, today announced the release of their limited-edition triathlon-inspired “The Tri” 2019, with a portion of proceeds being donated to the USA Triathlon Foundation in support of its mission, which is to transform lives through sport by...

May 25, 2021

St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend celebrates 20 years running, nears $100 million raised since 2002

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (May 25, 2021)– St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend presented by Juice Plus+® marks 20 years running this December and there is already reason to start celebrating early: The beloved Memphis event is racing toward the $100 million lifetime fundraising milestone. Since 2002, when 2,900 marathon and half marathoners...

May 25, 2021

360 minutes of activity in June? No sweat! St. Jude Race to Space Challenge calls on fitness enthusiasts to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (May 25, 2021) –Fitness enthusiasts of all abilities can set their sights on the cosmos by reaching their goals right here on Earth in the St. Jude Race to Space Challenge powered by Strava from June 1-30. The one-of-a-kind challenge encourages Strava users to log their physical activity while...

May 25, 2021

LOTTO new title sponsor for CHALLENGE GDANSK, POLAND

On Sunday 20 June, Gdansk - a Polish city that almost breathes triathlon - will be the scene of the inaugural LOTTO CHALLENGEGDANSK. LOTTO has become the brand new Title Partner of CHALLENGEGDANSK. Apart from this new sponsor, it is great news that this first edition of the event will...

May 25, 2021

California Coast 500 Summer Mileage Challenge Welcomes Runners from Around the World on an Interactive Experience to Run the One

San Francisco, Calif. (May 25, 2021) – Bay Area-based event production company Run Local® welcomes participants from around the world back to the original and greatest California summer mileage challenge – the California Coast 500. From Memorial Day, May 31 to Labor Day, September 6, individuals and relay teams can...

May 24, 2021

The Rise of The Ultra Athletes: Why More Women Are Signing Up Now Than Ever

Female athletes are killing it right now, and nowhere is that more apparent than with long-distance endurance races. But why are more women signing up and why now?  Women's Health