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February 6, 2020
Skechers stock soars after Q4 sales beat forecasts, brand warns of coronavirus impact
Shares for Skechers USA Inc. surged in after-hours trading on Thursday after the shoemaker posted fourth-quarter sales that blew past expectations. In its financial report for the period ended Dec. 31, Skechers logged revenues that rose 23.1% to $1.33 billion, compared with analysts’ predictions of $1.25 billion. Earnings per share were in line...
February 6, 2020
Ford develops jacket that displays emojis to communicate with drivers
Ford has released details of a prototype jacket that can display a series of emojis via an integrated LED panel. By indicating the feelings and intentions of a cyclist, Ford claims the jacket could help to “ease tensions” between drivers and cyclists, potentially reducing accidents. See what the jacket looks like on...
February 6, 2020
Challenge Family welcomes OTSO as official merchandise partner
"We are so proud to be part of CHALLENGEFAMILY. We will do our best to satisfy this huge triathlon community worldwide and we are confident this is just the beginning of a beautiful partnership", says OTSO owner Jordi Solé. OTSO will be the official merchandise partner of CHALLENGEFAMILY, creating unique...
February 6, 2020
Everyone needs Content Marketing, especially these people
Here are the main groups that benefit from a better content strategy Content Marketing is a major buzzword these days, but who actually benefits from doing it? “Turns out, just about anyone who’s responsible for managing or growing a brand can use content marketing to grow,” says Peak Content Summit...
February 6, 2020
PNC Bank Announced as Title Sponsor for 36th Annual Parkway Classic
From Mt. Vernon to Old Town - Thousands Set to ‘Run The George’ this April Registration Open for Alexandria’s Picturesque Destination Race February 6, 2020 - (Alexandria, VA.)– Pacers Running today announced that PNC Bank, N.A. will be the title sponsor of the PNC Parkway Classic. The Alexandria hometown destination centric race,...
February 6, 2020
Bupa Dental announced as Newest Partner for The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon and The Sun-Herald City2surf presented by Westpac
(SYDNEY 6 February 2020) The IRONMAN Group (Nasdaq: WSG) is pleased to announce that Bupa Dental has joined on as a partner for two of its high-profile Sydney events. The new agreement will see Bupa Dental partner with The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by Bupa Dental and The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by...
February 6, 2020
Registrations Open for Australia’s Largest Half Marathon
Rise to the challenge along Sydney’s most spectacular course SYDNEY (6 February 2020)- The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by BUPA Dental will return to its world-famous course on Sunday, 17 May 2020 with registrations for the 29th running of Australia’s largest and most iconic half marathon open from today. More...
February 6, 2020
Altra Announces Alysia Montaño and Tina Muir to the Team
DENVER, COLORADO – February 6, 2020 – Altra is pleased to welcome six-time US National Champion, World Championship Medalist and Olympian Alysia Montaño along with International Elite Runner and accomplished Podcast Host Tina Muir to the team. In addition to their long list of accomplishments on the track and on...
February 6, 2020
Boston Marathon Champion leads new group of COROS Pro Athletes
2018 Boston Marathon Champion Des Linden one of six new athletes looking to take their talents to Tokyo. Tustin, CA, February 5, 2019 – COROS Wearables Inc., makers of innovative GPS watches is introducing Six new Road Runners to its Pro Athlete Team. Led by 2 time Olympian and 2018...
February 6, 2020
XLAB Launches The C-Fast Versadjust, The Only Center-Adjusting Computer Mount For Triathletes
ESCONDIDO, CA - XLAB, creators of the Gorilla Cage, Torpedo Versa, and other high-performance hydration and repair storage accessories, announced today the release of the C-Fast Versadjust, the only center-adjusting computer mount for quick and easy viewing between aerobars. Fundamentally re-designed and re-engineered, the C-Fast Versadjust is available in 2...
February 6, 2020
Austin Marathon Invites Brands to Two-Day Health and Fitness Expo
Limited space remains to engage with enthusiastic endurance community AUSTIN, Texas, February 5, 2020 - The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour invites brands and businesses to reserve their space at the two-day Health and Fitness Expo. Local and national brands will have the opportunity to engage with...
February 6, 2020
Tour de Suisse 2020: Time Trial from Stage 7 Released for Virtual Racing
Czech Republic / Switzerland - February 6, 2020 - Having recently announced a partnership with Cycling Unlimited AG, the race event organizer behind the Tour de Suisse and TORTOUR ultra-cycling marathon, ROUVY is now releasing the first roads from Stage 7 of the Tour de Suisse 2020, making the great...
February 6, 2020
Tour of Sufferlandria To Raise Funds for The Davis Phinney Foundation
The virtual cycling event scheduled for Feb. 15-23 and will raise funds to help people with Parkinson’s live well today Mythical Nation, Worldwide — The Sufferfest, an online platform that provides fierce (and fun) cycling, yoga, and strength training workouts for people all over the world and the Davis Phinney...
February 6, 2020
Sebring to host inaugural GFNY Florida on October 25, 2020
GFNY Global Cycling Marathon Series heads to central Florida for a family friendly, scenic destination race NEW YORK CITY, February 6, 2020 – An eagerly anticipated third GFNY race in the USA has been announced. Hosted in Sebring, in Central Florida, GFNY Florida Sebring will offer a 132km long route...
February 5, 2020
Rad Power Bikes Closes $25 Million in Funding to Grow Direct to Consumer Electric Bike Business
Vulcan Capital and Durable Capital Partners LP Invest in North America’s Largest Ebike Brand SEATTLE - February 5, 2020 — Rad Power® Bikes, a Seattle-based ebike brand, closed $25 million in funding led by Vulcan Capital and Durable Capital Partners LP. The funding will support new brick and mortar retail...
February 5, 2020
Nike, Adidas say coronavirus will hurt business in China
Nike Inc. closed about half of its company-owned stores in China as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, which it expects to have a material impact on operations in the country. Rival brand Adidas AG followed suit Wednesday, saying it has closed a significant number of stores in China and franchisees are doing likewise. Read more...
February 5, 2020
Oceana Running Festival Set to Launch in Virginia Beach
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – Navy League of Hampton Roads announced today the launch of an exciting new running event set on Naval Air Station Oceana. The Oceana Running Festival will be the first running event to be held entirely on the runway at Apollo Soucek Field. The inaugural event will...
February 5, 2020
Tokyo Olympics organizers look on anxiously as coronavirus menaces the Games
Japan's Olympic organizers knew that hosting the Games in July would mean hot weather for athletes and spectators. They were not expecting a major epidemic to force them to take everyone's temperature upon entering the venues. Read more on Washington Post.
February 5, 2020
Pioneer sells cycle sports business to Shimano
Cycling power meter specialist Pioneer has signed an agreement to transfer its cycle sports business to Shimano. Shimano plans to develop products, web services and applications using the Pioneer Cycle Sports assets and make Shimano services available to customers who currently use Pioneer’s Cyclo-Sphere web services, PC tool, and smartphone applications. Read more...
February 5, 2020
Peloton Raises Guidance After Cruising To Q2 Beat
In just its second quarterly earnings report since going public, Peloton Interactive Inc. notched impressive earnings and revenue beat as the company grew its number of connected fitness subscribers 96 percent to 712,005 and its total members to more than 2 million. Read what the earnings look like on SGBMedia.
February 5, 2020
Endurance Training Coach Joe Friel to Host Luxury Cycling Camp in Mallorca, Spain
Sedona, AZ, USA— February 5, 2020 — Renowned triathlon and cycling coach Joe Friel is leading a 6-day cycling training camp on the Spanish island of Mallorca this spring. From March 29th — April 4th, the legendary coach and author will be hosting the trip, with specially designed rides, advanced training workshops,...
February 5, 2020
BibRave Partners with Blistering Pace Race Management to Reimagine Race Promotion
New campaigns stepped outside the box to create fresh race marketing ideas. Portland, OR - BibRave, the running industry leader in grassroots digital marketing, recently partnered with race management company Blistering Pace Race Management (BPRM) to create two new programs that broke from typical race marketing strategies. To increase the...
February 5, 2020
Liv Cycling Welcomes Three New Athletes to Liv Racing
Roster Expands to 17 Women from Around the Globe with 2020 Additions Celebrating Emerging Talent NEWBURY PARK, Calif. (Feb. 5, 2020) –Liv Cycling, the company dedicated to getting more women on bikes, today revealed the Liv Racing 2020 roster, officially welcoming up-and-coming athletes Savilia Blunk, Riley Miller and Lisa Tertsch...
February 5, 2020
CCN Sport Named Official Clothing Sponsor of The RiderBox p/b Happy Tooth Foundation Women’s Pro Cycling Team
CCN Sport, a leader in sports apparel, has been named as the official clothing sponsor of The RiderBox p/b Happy Tooth Foundation Women’s Pro Cycling Team. Based out of Asheville, North Carolina, the team will focus on criterium and stage races throughout the United States. CCN’s commitment to The RiderBox...
February 5, 2020
The Amy D. Foundation Names Executive Director
Julie Kuliecza Takes The Helm Of The Growing Nonprofit (Boulder, CO). The Amy D. Foundation announced Julie Kuliecza as the Executive Director of the nonprofit dedicated to building opportunity, participation, and equality for women in the sport of cycling. Kuliecza, a paralegal, professional cyclist and former managing director of a...