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March 29, 2021
This New Documentary Breaks Down Size Barriers in Cycling
Cycling traditionally not made room for riders in bigger bodies. Kailey Kornhauser and Marley Blonsky are on a mission to change that mindset. The duo is featured in a new Shimano Originals film, All Bodies on Bikes, which is out on March 29. Bicycling
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March 29, 2021
Cotopaxi Releases 2020 Impact Report
Salt Lake City, UT. (March 29, 2021) -- Today, Cotopaxi—Benefit Corporation and outdoor gear and apparel brand—released its annual Global Reporting Initiative referencing impact report. The report aims to provide balanced and quantified information with regards to the brand’s holistic corporate social responsibility performance as well as to its giving...
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March 29, 2021
Why are people in China burning their Nikes?
Allegations of human rights violations have turned into a social media firestorm. Canadian Running
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March 29, 2021
Nike To Stop Selling To Six Additional Wholesale Accounts
The reported account closures come as Nike has been gradually exiting wholesale accounts that do not adequately support Nike’s positioning in the marketplace. They include: DSW, Urban Outfitters, Shoe Show, Dunham’s Sports, Olympia Sports, and Big Five. SGB Media
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March 29, 2021
Peloton Strikes Deal with Verzuz
The popular connected fitness company struck a deal with Verzuz, the music competition venture started by multiplatinum-selling producers Timbaland and Swizz Beatz. The collaboration will feature workouts set to a playlist from the dueling artists, starting with R&B legends Brandy and Monica, followed by a battle between the Verzuz founders. Front Office...
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March 29, 2021
New study shows consistent training the key to reducing age-related decline in running performance
For marathoners, lifetime bests are generally set between about 25 and 35 years of age, after which the inexorable decline begins. But there’s a caveat. The Globe and Mail
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March 29, 2021
USA Cycling Champions Inclusion of All Athletes in Anticipation of International Transgender Day of Visibility
Day of Visibility, USA Cycling wants to again affirm its support for inclusion of all people, including transgender athletes, in sport. The very nature of cycling is social and USA Cycling believes that the community is made richer when all who wish to participate are welcomed, embraced, and made to...
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March 29, 2021
Past Champions, Chinese Olympic Bid Highlight Fast Field for Carmel Marathon Weekend
CARMEL, Ind. (March 29, 2021) – The Carmel Marathon Weekend returns to the streets of Carmel, Indiana for its 11th annual event on Saturday, April 3, 2021 after staging a virtual-only race in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Carmel Marathon Weekend will be an in-person event in 2021,...
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March 29, 2021
Bawi Mana Holding, LLC Develops 100% Natural CBD Shot
MESQUITE, TX (March, 2021) — Pickle Juice –the world's first and only scientifically proven, anti-cramping solution– announced the launch of Bawi Mana Holding, LLC to bring functional and emerging products to market, beginning with their 100% natural Orange Burst CBD Shot designed to provide various benefits targeting the mind and body. The brand’s...
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March 29, 2021
Francis Ngannou, NOCCO BCAA Beverage Brand Ambassador Becomes the Heavyweight UFC Champion
Las Vegas, NV (March, 2021) - Francis Ngannou, a global NOCCO athlete, became the Heavyweight UFC Champion Saturday night. His journey from homelessness to championship was not an easy one. Against all odds, Ngannou’s continued perseverance and unbreakable spirit made his win possible. "I feel humbled and honored to be...
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March 29, 2021
Live In-Person Racing with “Mom, This Run’s For You 5K” on Mother’s Day in Philadelphia-Area
Families from the tri-state area are encouraged to start a new tradition with their MOM and race in person in the family-friendly Mom, This Runs For You 5K or 5 Miler at Bayard Rustin High School, 1100 Shiloh Road, West Chester, PA, on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 9). Heats will...
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March 29, 2021
ROUVY Announces the Virtual ‘Real Spring Classics’ series presented by ELITE Cycling and Santini
March 29, 2021 - Beginning the 1st of April till the 5th, the global cycling community will be competing virtually on beautiful, real-life racecourses across 5 countries. Together with Elite, Santini and PEDALITALY, ROUVY launches the open-to-all Easter virtual race series that will visit great locations in Germany, Italy, Spain,...
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March 29, 2021
Honey Stinger Partners with WNBA Legend Angel McCoughtry
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (March 29, 2021)— Honey Stinger, the sports nutrition brand, is excited to announce its partnership with Olympian and professional basketball player Angel McCoughtry. McCoughtry is a five-time All-Star, two-time scoring champion, seven-time all-defensive player, and two-time Olympic gold medalist. She led the Atlanta Dream to three WNBA Finals appearances before taking the Las Vegas Aces...
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March 29, 2021
Fields and Willoughby Win Back-To-Back Titles at 2021 BMX National Championships
ROCK HILL, S.C. – The pros lined up in the gate on the 8-meter hill Sunday morning for the USA Cycling Elite BMX National Championships in Rock Hill, S.C. Reigning National Champions Connor Fields (Las Vegas, Nev.) and Alise Willoughby (Saint Cloud, Minn.) were the ones to beat out on the track...
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March 29, 2021
Registration Now Open for USA Duathlon Virtual Run-Bike-Run Presented by RaceX
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced the opening of registration for the second annual USA Duathlon Virtual Run-Bike-Run presented by RaceX, a virtual multisport challenge set for April 15-May 3. The event is free to enter. Participants have the option to make a $35 donation to the USA...
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March 29, 2021
Relay race support added to the sodisp Challenge Platform
Relay races are a great way for teams to work together in achieving a common goal. It's the ultimate way to improve team building and engaging communities! Examples of relay races are a weekend-long relay race, or a triathlon done by 3 team members and then combined in a final...
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March 26, 2021
JackRabbit and Boulder Running Company Announce #BOULDERSTRONG Relief Effort
Denver, CO — March 26th, 2021 - JackRabbit and Boulder Running Company have launched the #BOULDERSTRONG Relief Effort in support of the Colorado Healing Fund #BOULDERSTRONG RELIEF RUN In light of the recent tragedy in Boulder, Colorado, we invite the running community to come together and show your support in the...
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March 26, 2021
Challenge Lisboa: ‘In this special week, we look forward even more to September 25’
It is with great enthusiasm, passion and pleasure that CHALLENGE LISBOA Race Director Gustavo Caraça and his team are looking forward to September 25. At that date CHALLENGE LISBOA is scheduled, according to Garaça a nice goal for at least a thousand athletes. "For us and lots of athletes it's a special week right...
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March 26, 2021
Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run Launches 2021 Season with Girls On The Run As National Charity Partner
NEW YORK - The popular fall race has officially launched it’s 2021 schedule, with multiple location-based events back on the calendar for its tenth year in action. After being awarded top five “Best Virtual Race Experience” of the decade by the BibRave 100, Gourdy’s Virtual Run has also made its...
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March 26, 2021
New Mobile App – Designed for the Triathlon Official – Improves Athlete Experience
(Chicago, IL) - She was on the back of a motorcycle at one of the world’s largest triathlons when it hit her – the typical age grouper raced with thousands of dollars in state-of-the-art technology. Advanced nutritional potions, progressive bikes, smart watches linked to Strava and electronic shifting were everywhere,...
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March 25, 2021
More Than Marathons: The Largest Road Running Series in the World Rebrands to Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
- With events that offer distances for everyone, brand refresh showcases the true breadth of the series - New visual identity and name embraces and updates the familiar Rock ‘n’ Roll experience of Bringing Fun to the Run® by celebrating the brand’s roots and core values of connecting running, community...
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March 25, 2021
Bike-share companies can take a lesson from China
A few years ago, the bike-share industry in China was the hottest thing, but as companies rushed to cash in, they quickly learned that saturating the market would lead to failure and the bubble popped. Bicycle Retailer
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March 25, 2021
The Running Boom Continues: How Asics, New Balance and Saucony Plan to Win in 2021
Here is a more detailed look at the running landscape and what it will take for brands to win in this year and beyond. Footwear News
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March 25, 2021
World-class Athletes Join Altra’s 2021 Elite Ambassador Team
Denver, Colo. (March 25, 2021) –Altra, a leader in performance footwear innovation, has finalized their 2021 Elite Ambassador Team with the addition of Ryan Montgomery and Justin Grunewald. They join an impressive collection of athletes who inspire communities to move naturally, amplify each other’s voices, and unite athletes of all...
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March 25, 2021
Pirelli Announces Quality Bicycle Products to Distribute Pirelli Cycling Tires in North America
Milan, Italy, March 25, 2021 — Pirelli announces today that the U.S.-based company Quality Bicycle Products will be a new distributor of the Pirelli Cycling tire range for the North American market. This is a natural step for Pirelli to further its role in the North American cycling market and...