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July 4, 2025
Ochain joins the SRAM group
Ochain has joined the SRAM family of brands. Known for its ‘game-changing’ chainring spider that delivers a chainless-feeling ride, Ochain, has rapidly grown from a prototype to World Cup staple. Mounted between a bike’s cranks and chainring, Ochain, allows the chainring to freely rotate by a certain amount without the...
July 4, 2025
The New York City Marathon’s real heroes finish after dark
A new short film turns the focus on the everyday runners at the back of the New York City Marathon pack – the underdogs who finish in darkness but still change their lives. Many hours after the winners cross the line each year, the sun goes down over Central Park,...
July 3, 2025
New York Private Surf Club Wants to Raise $45M, Charge $100K
Well-heeled surfers in New York searching for consistent waves may soon need to look no further than Crest Surf Clubs, which touts itself as the first and only private member surf club in the U.S. Crest is seeking about $45 million to help support the build-out of its first location...
July 2, 2025
The UCI reveals its programmes to combat doping and technological fraud at the 2025 Tour de France
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) reveals its programmes to combat anti-doping and technological fraud that it will implement for the upcoming Tour de France (5-27 July). The comprehensive anti-doping programme deployed at the French Grand Tour will be led by the International Testing Agency (ITA), the body to which the UCI delegated...
July 2, 2025
Are “runfluencers” ruining running?
Influencers are taking over the world. Social media users are leaning more and more heavily on these content creators for advice on fashion, travel, food and fitness. And with running growing more popular by the day, running influencers–or “runfluencers”–are hitting their stride. They’re promoting races, run clubs and giving running...
July 2, 2025
Coach banned for life after doping 16-year-old son with testosterone
Richmond, Texas, coach Michael Vowell, has accepted a lifetime ban from the sport after providing his 16-year-old son with testosterone gel during the 2023 USATF Junior Olympic Cross-Country Championships. CANADIAN Running Magazine
July 1, 2025
A beginner’s guide to the Tour de France
Reportedly watched by 3.5 billion people around the world, the Tour de France' appeal extends beyond the traditional cycling fan base, as people tune in to watch the daily dramas unfold against a picturesque and ever-changing backdrop of France. If you’re one of those who might be tuning into the...
July 1, 2025
Better Sleep Habits May Extend Your Life by Up to Five Years, Study Finds
A study presented at the 2023 American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session shows how getting good sleep can add years to your life. RUNNER'S WORLD
July 1, 2025
Accell Group revenue falls 22% in 2024
Accell Group, the owner of brands Lapierre, Raleigh, Haibike, and Babboe, saw a 22% decline in its annual revenue in 2024, dropping from €1.29 billion to just over €1 billion. escape
July 1, 2025
Shimano Europe initiative to address mechanic shortage across cycling industry
Shimano Europe has launched a new initiative to address an urgent shortage of skilled bicycle mechanics across Europe. According to Shimano Europe, the bicycle mechanic shortage is being driven not only by rising demand, but also by a growing skills crisis. ENDURANCE.BIZ