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November 10, 2020
Mallorca 140.6 Triathlon and ROUVY join forces and release a virtual edition of the race bike course
Palma de Mallorca / November 10, 2020 - The cycle leg of the Mallorca 140.6 Triathlon is a stunning 90 or 180km course with 357m of elevation change and crosses traditional mediterranean and balearic villages such as Muro, Santa Margalida, Maria de la Salut, Sineu, Llubi, Sa Pobla, Alcudia… This bike course...
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November 10, 2020
Stronger Together: She.is.beautiful partners with Black Girls RUN!
She.is.beautiful 5k and 10k presented by Dignity Health Dominican Hospital, a women founded, women produced, race series and lifestyle brand in California partners with nationwide Black Girls RUN! to amplify inclusivity, compassion, and inspiration in the running and fitness industry and in life. It is not enough for the running...
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November 10, 2020
Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing Partner to Bring Winter Sport Development to the Next Level for Athletes with Physical Disabilities
BOISE, Idaho – (November 10, 2020) – Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing (USPN) today announced a partnership to develop adaptive athletes from their first-time experience to the top levels of Nordic skiing and biathlon. In his new position as development coach, Wilson Dippo will lead the...
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November 10, 2020
RunSignup’s RaceDay Scoring Releases Intelligent Dashboard
November 10, 2020 – Moorestown, NJ – RunSignup | GiveSignup announces RaceDay Scoring’s advanced dashboard with real-time reporting features. RaceDay Scoring now offers industry timers quick access to valuable data and instant insights through RaceDay Scoring’s race dashboard and reporting metrics for timed events. By curating the most important data...
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November 9, 2020
Somewear Labs’ Athlete Christin Douglas Records Fastest Known Time for Grand Canyon R2R2R-alt.
Grand Canyon, AZ — Somewear Labs’ ambassador athlete, Christin Douglas, joined colleagues Lexi Miller and Suzanne “Sunny” Stroeer to become the first females to finish the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim-alt route (R2R2R-alt). The unsupported trio completed 42miles, 15,000’ of elevation gain and two human-powered crossings of the...
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November 9, 2020
Pocket Outdoor Media Acquires Paleo Magazine Assets
Boulder, Colorado, USA — November 9, 2020 — Pocket Outdoor Media (POM), the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content, today announced the asset acquisition of Paleo Magazine and all of the digital assets that accompany the brand. Paleo Magazine joins POM’s existing stable of active lifestyle brands: Climbing, Backpacker,...
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November 9, 2020
Des Linden and Grayson Murphy to Run in 2020 Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon
COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (November 9, 2020) – The FRESHJUNKIE Racing team has announced that running champions Des Linden and Grayson Murphy will be traveling to Coastal Mississippi to participate in the 2020 Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon on Sunday, December 13, 2020. In 2018, Des Linden was the first American female...
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November 9, 2020
Dorel Sports reports continued growth, new pandemic wave expected to impact Q4
Dorel Sports has seen its sixth consecutive quarter of revenue growth, with third-quarter revenue at $305.6 million, an increase of 22.1%. Read more on BikeBiz.
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November 9, 2020
Peloton and some bike stocks trade down on vaccine news
Major stock indexes soared Monday, apparently on Pfizer's announcement before markets opened in New York that its COVID-19 vaccine candidate was achieving 90% effectiveness in trials. However, some bike-related stocks that have been booming during the pandemic were trading down on the news. Peloton, Fox Factory, Dorel, GoPro, Vista Outdoor and Garmin. Read...
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November 9, 2020
New survey reveals 25 per cent of female professional riders earn zero salary
Wage disparity is growing between the highest and lowest paid riders, according to The Cyclists' Alliance annual survey. Read more on Cycling News.
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November 8, 2020
From One Push-Up to an IRONMAN: Chris Nikic Makes History as The First Person with Down Syndrome to Finish a Full-Distance IRONMAN Triathlon
PANAMA CITY BEACH / TAMPA, Fla. – Today, Chris Nikic crossed the finish line at the 2020 Visit Panama City Beach IRONMAN® Florida in 16:46:09, making history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete a full-distance IRONMAN triathlon. Chris Nikic, a 21-year old recent high-school graduate, keynote public...
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November 6, 2020
Virtual Timer Symposium, from Running USA and Race Roster, Set for Tuesday, Nov. 17
(November 6, 2020) – Running USA is pleased to announce its next virtual education event, the Timer Symposium, presented by Race Roster. The online learning opportunity is set for Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 11 am PST/ 2 pm EST. It will include three 45-minute long discussions on topics including remote...
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November 6, 2020
Why Racing Events saves Halloween
Washougal WA – Halloween was cancelled due to Covid-19 and kids were devastated. With no ‘trick or treating’, parents were scrambling to try and create a festive celebration that their kids could look forward to. Swooping in to save the day, on October 15th, Why Racing Events announced they would...
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November 6, 2020
HOKA Postal Nationals Announces 2020 National Champions after Record Turnout
(PORTLAND, OR.), November 6, 2020 — HOKA ONE ONE®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), and RunnerSpace announce the girls of Mt. Prospect XC Club (IL) and the boys of the Satellite XC Club (FL), as the winners of the 2020 HOKA Postal Nationals Championship. Reviving a tradition from...
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November 6, 2020
XTERRA unveils 2021 World Tour Schedule on Aloha Friday LIVE
November 6, 2020 (Honolulu, HI) - XTERRA will announce its 2021 XTERRA World Tour schedule and celebrate Maui on what would have been the XTERRA World Championship weekend with an "Aloha Friday" LIVE show on November 6 at 8am Hawaii time (10a PT, 1p ET, 7p CEST) on Facebook.com/XTERRAPlanet. Hosted...
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November 5, 2020
Peloton Nets Another Bump in Revenues, Subscribers
Peloton’s drive for two million subscribers by next fall for its connected bikes and treadmills is ahead of schedule, reporting a gain of another 240,0000 users after markets closed on Nov. 5. Peloton reported revenues of $757.9 million for its first fiscal quarter, a 20% increase over last quarter and...
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November 5, 2020
Wolverine Eyes Market Share Gains At Saucony And Merrell Amid Pandemic
In the third quarter ended Sept. 26, revenues declined 14.1% to $493.1 million due to the pandemic’s ongoing impact. On a constant-currency basis, revenue was down 14.6%. Net earnings fell 55.3% to $21.7 million. Reported operating margin was 8.6% compared to 11.9% in the prior year. Adjusted operating margin was...
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November 5, 2020
Study shows running can boost mental acuity
A recent study out of the University of Calgary found that running has cognitive benefits and performing other aerobic exercises on a regular basis for just six months can boost brain function by 5.7%. The study suggests that new runners of all ages should experience at least some improvements after...
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November 5, 2020
British Cycling suspends all cycling activities and events
British Cycling has taken the decision to suspend all cycling activities and events in England, as new national restrictions come into force. The suspension will last until Dec. 3. However, there are new restrictions to encourage cycling and being active. Here’s a summary of the rules riders will need to...
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November 5, 2020
Climbing with Refugees: Mammut Becomes a Partner of the Non-Profit Organization Climbaid
United by their shared passion for mountain sports and climbing, MAMMUT and the Swiss non-profit organization ClimbAID are embarking on a partnership designed to allow people affected by war, poverty and displacement to discover the joy of climbing. This long-term cooperation will focus on the implementation of humanitarian projects in...
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November 5, 2020
A look back as The IRONMAN Group continues its safe return to racing with two successful IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlons in North America and Latin America
TAMPA / TEMPE, Az. / COZUMEL (November 5, 2020) – As triathletes around the world eagerly await the opportunity to compete, The IRONMAN Group took another successful step in its Safe Return to Racing, with events officially taking place once again in Latin America and North America. On September 27,...
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November 5, 2020
Elk Grove Village Named Exclusive Entrepreneur Community of USA Triathlon Through Unique Partnership
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Elk Grove Village, as the Illinois municipality was named the Exclusive Entrepreneur Community and Exclusive Making Dreams Come True Partner of USA Triathlon through September 2021. The sponsorship program is the first of its kind between a municipality and...
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November 5, 2020
Enduro MTB Training Launches eMTB Training Plan
November 5, 2020: In order to best prepare athletes joining the ranks of eMTB riders, Coach Dee Tidwell, founder of Enduro MTB Training, is launching eMTB Ultimate, the first comprehensive eMTB specific strength and fitness training program. The program is designed for racers and recreational riders alike to meet the...
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November 5, 2020
7th Edition of GFNY Cozumel to welcome over 2000 riders
NEW YORK CITY, November 5, 2020 – The team of GFNY Cozumel in Mexico has been taking a number of precautions to ensure riders are kept safe in the lead up to race day this Sunday 8th November. An ongoing pandemic is not all that has tried to stand in...
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November 5, 2020
Rock ‘n’ Road Trip Makes First Multi-Stop Weekend with Visits to Two Rock ‘n’ Roll Favorites in Savannah, Georgia and Washington D.C. Available Free to the Global Community
SAVANNAH, Ga. / WASHINGTON, D.C / TAMPA, Fla. (Nov. 4, 2020) – Following another running fueled weekend that saw over 6,500 participants take to the streets of the Emerald City during the Rock ‘n’ Roll VR® Seattle, the Rock ‘n’ Road Trip tour bus will hit up two popular Rock...