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December 19, 2019
The Living Legend Returns
Triathlon world champion Jan Frodeno on the start line at DATEV Challenge Roth ROTH. After his triumphant third victory at Ironman Hawaii in October, triathlon legend Jan Frodeno will return to the European triathlon stronghold of Roth. On 5 July 2020, the triathlon world champion will once again be on...
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December 19, 2019
RunSignup Releases Early Sales Tax Results
(Moorestown, NJ) – RunSignup rolled out their new sales tax functionality this month in response to a wave of changes to state sales tax laws. The changes stem from the landmark 2018 Supreme Court decision on South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc that changed the way in which online sellers are...
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December 18, 2019
Kahtoola Wins New Product Showcase Award at The Running Event
Flagstaff, Ariz. (Dec. 18, 2019) – Kahtoola, creator of award-winning MICROspikes® and NANOspikes® footwear traction, is proud to announce it has received the “New Product Showcase Award” at The Running Event (TRE) in December 2019. Chosen by fellow TRE attendees, Kahtoola’s new EXOspikes™ (versatile traction for flexible footwear) took home...
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December 18, 2019
The Pro’s Closet announces new facility, unprecedented growth
The Pro’s Closet Bucks Industry Trends with Record Growth and Expansion (Boulder, CO – December 18, 2019) - The Pro’s Closet, the world’s largest and most trusted brand in pre-owned bikes and components, announced that it has leased an additional 28,000-square-foot facility in Longmont, Colorado to accommodate its rapid growth. While...
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December 17, 2019
rabbit Teams Up with Big Sur Marathon on Premium Apparel
The Santa Barbara-based running apparel company focuses on local, ethical manufacturing Carmel, CA -- Established as a world-class race experience for its participants, the Big Sur Marathon is thrilled to announce they are partnering with rabbit as the race’s official premium apparel partner of their Boston 2 Big Sur and...
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December 17, 2019
Events.com Wraps 2019 With Awards for Best Company Culture and Best CEO in the US by Comparably
LA JOLLA, CA (December 17, 2019) — Events.com, a mobile-first event management platform, has been recognized by the Comparably Best Places to Work Awards as a winner in both the Best Company Culture and Best CEO categories. With offices in picturesque La Jolla, California, a company mentality that encourages wellness...
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December 16, 2019
The RunnerBox Heats Up its Offering with New Winter Edition
The RunnerBox, a leader in the endurance gift and subscription industry, has debuted its most anticipated box of the year: The Winter Edition. While the previous Fall edition saw a box almost double the size, the Winter Edition will showcase a fresh new look which includes the introduction of The...
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December 13, 2019
Silverback Pacific Gears up to Lead Next Decade
West Coast event production company agrees to multi-year contract with Bay to Breakers; expands its design and fabrication division; grows beyond endurance sports SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – December 12, 2019 – Five-year-old event production company, Silverback Pacific (SBK), is riding out the decade having produced or supported over 50 events...
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December 12, 2019
Maple Valley, Washington becomes newest IRONMAN 70.3 destination
MAPLE VALLEY, Wash. / TAMPA, Fla. (December 12, 2019) – The IRONMAN Group, a Wanda Sports Group company (Nasdaq: WSG), announced today that Maple Valley, Washington will serve as the newest host venue for the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series. The inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Washington – Maple Valley triathlon will take place on Sunday,...
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December 12, 2019
BikeFlights.com Buck Up For Bikes Program Donates $16,000
NICA, Amy D. Foundation, Trips for Kids and Little Bellas presented with checks at USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships PORTLAND, OR (December 12, 2019) - BikeFlights.com will donate $16,000 to the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA), Trips for Kids, Little Bellas and the Amy D. Foundation from funds raised via...
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December 10, 2019
The BibRave 100 and MYLAPS Highlight What The Best Races in America Have In Common
Portland, OR - BibRave, the running industry leader in grassroots digital marketing, recently announced the 2019 edition of The BibRave 100: A Definitive List of the Best Races in America. With the release of the list, BibRave also published a custom white paper on “What Winners Have In Common,” highlighting...
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December 10, 2019
Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon Series Announces 2020 Tour Schedule and 24-Hour Global Sale
TAMPA, Fla. (December 10, 2019) – The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series®, a subsidiary of The IRONMAN Group, today announced its 2020 Tour Schedule, covering 30 destinations on four continents around the world. The 2020 tour stretches across Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, England, Ireland, Mexico, Peru, Spain, and the United...
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December 10, 2019
The Ironman Group announces additions to The Global Partnership Leadership Team
TAMPA, Fla. (December 10, 2019) – The IRONMAN Group, a Wanda Sports Group company (Nasdaq: WSG), is pleased to announce the addition of Matt Wikstrom and Chris Marciani to its Global Partnership leadership team. Wikstrom has been named Vice President of Global Partnerships, Global Business Development, where he will focus...
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December 10, 2019
Doping positive at GFNY Cozumel
NEW YORK CITY, December 10, 2019 - Rudy Rincon (Mexico) tested positive for GW1516 during out-of-competition controls (OCC) conducted in concurrence with the 2019 GFNY Cozumel, which was held on November 10. Rincon has been disqualified from GFNY Cozumel and receives a lifetime ban from all GFNY events (Rule 9.2). Rincon...
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December 2, 2018
Record-breaking $11.2 million raised for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at 17th annual St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - In its biggest year yet, St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend presented by Juice Plus+® raised a record $11.2 million for kids at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. This year, 26,000 participants and 40,000 spectators from across the country and around the world gathered to take part in...
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November 28, 2018
Chilean riders Alejandro Morales and Aranza Villalón crowned champions of GFNY Chile
NEW YORK CITY, Nov 28, 2018 – 800 riders representing 15 countries, many from Central and South America took part in the second edition of GFNY Chile. Starting and finishing at the renowned Casona Viña Veramonte winery, GFNY Chile riders enjoyed ideal spring temperatures, took in beautiful vineyard landscapes along...
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November 13, 2018
Altra Elite Zach Bitter Sets World Record for Fastest 100 Miles on Trail
(Logan, UT — November 13, 2018) Altra’s Elite athlete Zach Bitter ran a 12:08:36—with an insanely fast 7:17 average pace—to set a new 100-mile trail world record at the Tunnel Hill 100 Mile. Bitter’s time was 36 minutes faster than the American 100-mile trail record set by fellow Altra Elite...
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October 31, 2018
Press Coverage for Events: PR Essentials to Make Your Race a Success
Earned media1—any mention of your event or race in print or digital media, including social media, that you haven’t paid for—is a critical part of any communications or marketing strategy. Social media’s user reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations are important in spreading awareness of your event, but traditional media can still...
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October 4, 2018
Spectrum Timing Services to Score the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon with ACTIVE IPICO
Spectrum Timing Services, Inc.1, is set to time all Conqur Endurance Group events, including the 2019 Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon3. Thanks to a recent partnership with ACTIVE IPICO, all Conqur events for the next three years will feature ACTIVE IPICO timing equipment. Los Angeles Marathon: what to expect for...
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August 16, 2018
Elements to Building an Award-Winning Race Event
With the growing number of endurance events in the world, producing award-winning race events is more than just a vanity metric; it’s evidence of smart marketing and a way to set yourself apart from the competition. Beyond the joy of putting on a good race, recognition on the world scale...
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August 14, 2018
ACTIVEWorks® Endurance Expands Marketing Reach with Garmin Coach
ACTIVE Network, a leading provider of a suite of race management tools, has collaborated with Garmin® International, Inc. to integrate listings on ACTIVE.com with Garmin Coach through a new system integration (API), providing ACTIVE’s customers and their endurance events with expanded marketing reach. Garmin Coach™ is available through Garmin ConnectTM...
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July 25, 2018
Building a Volunteer Leadership Team for Race Events: Operational Essentials
Good volunteers are an important part of any successful endurance event, whether they’re helping with timing, crowd control, or any other essential element of the event. However, volunteers also require organization, direction, clear communication, and as a race director, you may not have time to do it all yourself. By...
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June 27, 2018
Expert Endurance Event Advice from Legendary Race Director Dave McGillivray
Dave McGillivray is the founder of DMSE Sports, managing more than 30 major road races and charitable events per year, including working with the Boston Athletic Association Operations Team to manage all the logistics of the B.A.A. Boston Marathon. His name is a household word throughout the endurance industry–the term...
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June 13, 2018
Gear Up for Success: How Connecting Athletes to Affordable Gear Builds Relationships
As many runners will tell you, the gear to support their passion can be more expensive than newbies may anticipate and many veterans would like to admit. From shoes and shirts to heart monitors and GPS watches, the costs add up quickly. Mix in cycling and swimming gear, too, and...
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June 13, 2018
Gear Up for Success: How Connecting Athletes to Affordable Gear Builds Relationships
As many runners will tell you, the gear to support their passion can be more expensive than newbies may anticipate and many veterans would like to admit. From shoes and shirts to heart monitors and GPS watches, the costs add up quickly. Mix in cycling and swimming gear, too, and...
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