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November 14, 2022
This Strava Data Shows How Much Slower You Run a Race When It’s Hot
In 2021, the high temp was a cool 55 degrees—ideal, if not a little warm for some runners—compared with the 2022 high of 74 degrees plus humidity. Strava found that its users’ who logged a finish in NYC ran an average finishing time in 2021 of 4:09:36, and this year...
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November 14, 2022
Meta Cancels Development of Health and Messaging-Focused Smartwatch
Meta has scrapped the development of its health and messaging-focused smartwatch, in an abrupt end to the company's plans to directly compete with the Apple Watch. Meta's smartwatch development team will now switch to building augmented reality glasses, according to chief technology officer Andrew Bosworth, who runs Meta's Reality Labs...
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November 14, 2022
Banff Jasper Relay partners with Multisportscanada
Calgary, AB, November 14 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Multisportscanada, a sport and event management company with over 25 years experience, is excited to announce a new partnership with the Banff Jasper Relay to Run the most beautiful relay in the world. "This is an exciting moment for the Banff Jasper Relay...
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November 14, 2022
Nike Launches New Metaverse Marketplace and Community
Nike today announced the launch of .Swoosh, a new metaverse marketplace platform meant to foster a “inclusive digital community” for athletes and Nike consumers. The blockchain-powered platform will allow users to connect with other athletes and consumers, obtain virtual products and engage in immersive experiences. FN
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November 14, 2022
Safa Brian Drops New PRAY FOR SPEED Cycling Film + Pedal Mafia Custom Apparel Collection
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Brian 'Safa' Wagner, cyclist and filmmaker, premieres PRAY FOR SPEED | 4 Days in Switzerland on November 9th, 2022, at 5:30 am PST on YouTube. Parallel to his film release, in collaboration with his sponsor Pedal Mafia, Safa is launching his second PRAY FOR SPEED collection, The Portal....
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November 14, 2022
Triathlon Fall Fest calls on triathletes to train and race with Roth champion, Magnus Ditlev and a Challenge Family all-star cast
Almere, Netherlands / November 14th, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Triathlon Fall Fest on ROUVY is a series of unique online events that gives both experienced athletes and newbies the opportunity to train, compete and learn with and from some of the best professional triathletes in the world. There'll be rides...
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November 14, 2022
Speed Hound Enters Into Multiyear Agreement with SBT GRVL
Menlo Park, CA (November 14, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - While Speed Hound is on a mission to provide every day athletes with the tools they need to achieve the impossible, they’re also deeply committed to supporting other organizations within the racing community. Speed Hound has found a like-minded partner in...
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November 14, 2022
The RunnerBox and RiderBox Unveil Highly Anticipated Limited Edition Holiday Boxes Which Goes the Extra Mile to Outpace Inflation
November 14, 2022/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Runner and The RiderBox, leaders in the endurance sport gift industry, have released a Limited-Edition Holiday Box which will be available for sale on a first-come, first-served basis. This limited run box is an annual favorite and has sold out every year it has...
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November 13, 2022
Roberts Wins Fourth World Title and Dowell Silver at the 2022 BMX Freestyle World Championships
November 13, 2022 /ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 2022 UCI Urban Cycling World Championships concluded with the BMX Freestyle Park Finals. Twelve men and twelve women competed in the finals, with three men and three women from Team USA making the big show. Elite Women’s Finals...
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November 13, 2022
What Does It Take to Close the Roads for a Triathlon?
When endurance athletes think of a race director, they might picture the person on the loudspeaker shouting instructions race morning, or the one ordering too many extra-large tees and not enough mediums. But behind the scenes, the bulk of a race director's work (and budget) goes toward securing and preparing...
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November 12, 2022
Christopher, Dowell, and Sandoval Transfer to Elite Men’s BMX Freestyle Finals at the 2022 Urban Cycling World Championships
November 12, 2022, ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates – Justin Dowell (Virginia Beach, V.A.; Hyper BMX), Brian Fox (Commerce, Ga.; Woodward Camp), Daniel Sandoval (Corona, Calif.; Free Agent Bikes), Marcus Christopher (Canton, Ohio; DK Bicycles), and Jacob Thiem (Kennard, Neb.; Free Agent Bikes) all competed in the Elite Men’s BMX Freestyle semi-finals today at the 2022...
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November 12, 2022
Incoming New York Road Runners Chair Says Breaking Doping Rule Was Unintentional
Nnenna Lynch, the incoming chair, serves on the committee that oversees the prohibition on runners (like her) who once served a doping suspension from racing. But she has raced anyway. NY Times (Paywall)
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November 11, 2022
2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Mont-Tremblant Complet Et Accueillera Le Plus Grand Nombre D’athlètes De L’histoire De L’événement; 2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Mont-Tremblant Sold Out and Will Host the Largest Number of Athletes in The Event’s History
MONT-TREMBLANT, QUEBEC, CANADA (Nov. 11, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 2023 IRONMAN® 70.3® Mont-Tremblant triathlon taking place on June 25, 2023, has officially sold out. The 2023 event will play host to the largest number of athletes in the events history with over 3,600 athletes registered to race. In addition...
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November 11, 2022
Aventon eBike label reportedly gains Sequoia Capital backing
The electric bike brand Aventon has reportedly drawn the interest and investment of Sequoia Capital’s Chinese arm. For Aventon the investment reportedly takes the company’s valuation from $200 million eight months ago when China’s Gao Rong Capital invested to a post-investment valuation of $590 million, according to sources tapped by...
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November 11, 2022
Fitness Chains Continue Pandemic Recovery In Q3
Planet Fitness, Xponential Fitness and Life Time Group Holdings all raised their full-year guidance and reported a strong uptick in revenues and membership growth in the third quarter, although membership activity has yet to return to pre-pandemic levels. Executives on analyst calls said they remain bullish on continued improvement in...
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November 11, 2022
Five Elite Men Advance to BMX Freestyle Semi-Finals at the 2022 Urban Cycling World Championships
November 11, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Dowell, Fox, Sandoval, Christopher, and Thiem qualified in the top 24, transferring to the next round of the World Championships. ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates – Competition began on Friday for the Elite Men’s BMX Freestyle Park at the 2022 UCI Urban Cycling World Championships. 63...
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November 11, 2022
NCAA National Titles up for Grabs this Weekend at the 2022 Women’s Collegiate Triathlon National Championships
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 2022 Women’s Collegiate Triathlon National Championships are set to take place this Saturday, Nov. 12 as Tempe, Arizona, once again hosts the country’s top women’s varsity collegiate triathletes all vying for individual and team national titles. The event, organized by Kinetic Multisports and...
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November 11, 2022
Spartan and World Obstacle Agree to Historic Partnership
Lausanne, Switzerland (November 11, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Spartan and World Obstacle, the Fédération Internationale de Sports d’Obstacles (FISO), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding and established a cooperation framework to develop the sport of obstacle racing worldwide. The collaboration includes the sanctioning and hosting of elite-level races, cooperation on...
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November 11, 2022
Tracy Campbell Joins Peak State Fit Coaching Staff
Salt Lake City, Utah. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Tracy is a wife, mother of five children, triathlete, runner, cyclist, yogi, and fan of healthy living. She lives life wrapped in constant personal activity, challenging fitness endeavors, and cherished time with close friends and family. Tracy has been competing in triathlon for over...
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November 11, 2022
Blind Runner Carlos Terrazas Wins 4th Annual Happy Hippie Harvest Run 10K
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – November 11, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Beyond Limits Running today announced for the first time ever a blind runner has outright won one of its races. Carlos Terrazas won the 10K division at the 4th Annual Happy Hippie Harvest Run held on November 5, 2022 at the non-profit...
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November 10, 2022
Why The Running Event Is Welcoming New Brands and Embracing the Outdoors
Last November, in its return to in-person events, The Running Event (TRE) reported a slight dip in exhibitors, but record high attendance for retailers and media. Headed into its upcoming show this month in Austin, Texas, executive director Christina Henderson said participation has rebounded on all fronts. FN
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November 10, 2022
USA Triathlon Announces 2023 National Championships Calendar
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - USA Triathlon today unveiled the dates and locations for its 2023 National Championships, a robust calendar of triathlon and multisport events across the United States. At USA Triathlon National Championships, athletes will have the opportunity to compete for U.S. national titles against the top...
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November 10, 2022
Roberts, Benegas, and Marino Transfer to BMX Freestyle Finals at the 2022 Urban Cycling World Championships
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Elite Women’s BMX Freestyle Park Qualifying kicked off the 2022 UCI Urban Cycling World Championships. Twenty-five women were on the start list, six representing the United States. Team USA women’s roster included: Hannah Roberts (Buchanan, Mich.; Hyper BMX), Perris Benegas (Reno, Nev.; Haro BMX),...
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November 10, 2022
Publix Battleship 12K honors our military this Sunday
SPANISH FORT, AL. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Runners from across the country will honor those who serve this Sunday at the 7th Annual Publix Battleship 12K in Spanish Fort, AL. A Veterans Day tradition for many, so far over 2300 participants from 23 states & Canada have registered. The patriotic run takes...
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November 10, 2022
Thousand Launches Digital Ride Shop to Increase Affordability and Education of Bike Safety Accessories
Los Angeles (Nov. 10, 2022) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Thousand, creators of vintage-inspired, innovative bicycle helmets and safety accessories, is proud to announce its Ride Shop – a digital shopping experience that offers discounts on the most frequently recommended and purchased safety gear for riders. The online bundle-building platform, a first-of-its-kind in...