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January 7, 2020
Tough Mudder creditors try to put race company in bankruptcy
Tough Mudder Inc. creditors are attempting to push the organizer of extreme obstacle races into bankruptcy over $855,000 that they say the company owes them. The firm is facing claims from Valley Builders LLC, Trademarc Associates Inc. and David Watkins Homes Inc., all of which provide general contractor or building services. The trio filed an involuntary petition...
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January 7, 2020
Town Sports acquires Flywheel Sports
Town Sports International Holdings Inc., one of the largest owners and operators of fitness clubs in the Northeast, agreed to acquire the studio business of Flywheel Sports Inc., the spin chain. Established in 2010, Flywheel has 29 indoor cycling locations across the United States. In June 2018, reports arrived that Flywheel had...
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January 7, 2020
Leslie Jordan Named Eco-Friendly Apparel Sponsor for 2020 Running USA Industry Conference
Standout industry supplier will optimize new apparel technology and deliver eco-friendly shirts for conference attendees Running USA is pleased to announce that Leslie Jordan, Inc., has been named the Eco-Friendly Apparel Sponsor of the 2020 Running USA Industry Conference presented by Race Roster. Set for Las Vegas, Nev. from Feb....
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January 7, 2020
Registration Opens for the 4th Annual Get Outside Mountain Relay (GOMR)
Teams are invited to join GOMR nation and test their endurance in this innovative 210-mile hub relay Sparta, NC – January 7, 2020 – The Get Outside Mountain Relay is proud to announce that registration has opened for its fourth annual race, to be held June 5-6, 2020 among the...
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January 7, 2020
Headsweats Reinforces Cycling Safety Awareness Together with the It Could Be Me Campaign
BOULDER, Colo. (Jan. 7, 2020) – Headsweats, the leader in high performance apparel and headwear, has teamed up with Boulder local Triny Willerton and her “It Could Be Me” campaign to raise awareness for road safety. After experiencing a horrible road cycling crash involving a motorist driving a truck in 2018,...
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January 7, 2020
Canyon Bicycles hit by cyber attack
Germany direct-to-consumer bike brand Canyon Bicycles has confirmed that it was hit by a cyber attack just before the start of the year. While the company was locked out of its IT systems at its Germany headquarters, its e-commerce website and U.S office’s IT system was not affected. Read more on Endurance...
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January 7, 2020
2020 Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS partners with Amp Human
LOS ANGELES, CA/PARK CITY, UT (January 7, 2020) -- Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS announces Amp Human, creators of PR Lotion, as its Official Performance & Recovery Lotion ahead of the 35th anniversary race. “We are excited to be partnering with a company like Amp Human whose sole focus...
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January 7, 2020
Brooks Running Extends Partnership as the Official Apparel and Footwear Provider of P3R’s Year-Round Calendar of Events
Over the past three years, Brooks has partnered with P3R to bring the best to Pittsburgh’s runners, and will excitedly continue the partnership through 2022 PITTSBURGH (January 7, 2020) – P3R and Brooks Running announced another three-year partnership as part of both companies’ efforts to bring the very best of...
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January 7, 2020
Napa Valley Marathon Welcomes Brave Like Gabe as Official Charity Partner
Professional runner Gabriele “Gabe” Grunewald was diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare salivary gland cancer, in 2009. From day one of her diagnosis, she knew running would be an integral part in her journey towards improving her health. “Brave Like Gabe” started as a hashtag to support Gabe as...
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January 7, 2020
From Australia to Singapore, Runners from 10 Countries and 48 States head to 9th Annual Louisiana Marathon
Louisiana Marathon readies to welcome thousands Baton Rouge, LA. – Now in its ninth year, The Louisiana Marathon is expecting to draw close to 8,000 runners & walkers to Baton Rouge. Projections for the 2020 event include runners from nearly all 50 states and as many as 10 countries. Starting on...
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January 7, 2020
iKOR Expands Leadership Team Adding Tim Ams as Director of Sales
Boulder, CO (January 7, 2020) – iKOR Labs, the Boulder-based producer of recovery-enhancing hemp oil/CBD (cannabidiol) products, today announced the addition of Tim Ams as Director of Sales to their expanding team. Ams will join Tim Hanafin to support the expanding CBD market, focusing on growing the iKOR brand name,...
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January 7, 2020
NOCCO Signs Bodybuilder and Fitness Enthusiast Cassandra Martin as Brand Ambassador
BCAA Beverage Brand Continues to Grow Ambassador Program LOS ANGELES (January 7, 2020) – NOCCO – a leading no carb, branched chain amino acids (BCAA) beverage company – announced today that it signed Cassandra (Cass) Martin as a brand ambassador to promote its brand within the workout community. The new...
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January 7, 2020
Exhibitor Registration Open for 2020 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo
Vendor Opportunities Available for One of Running’s Largest Expos inside Lucas Oil Stadium INDIANAPOLIS – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500®, today announces that exhibitor registration is open for the 2020 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo....
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January 6, 2020
Study Shows: A simple beginner marathon plan can produce big heart health benefits
A new study of first-time London Marathon runners found that their basic training program produced important health benefits. After four months, the runners had lower blood pressure and greater flexibility in their cardiac arteries. The researchers judged the subjects to have erased four years from their “vascular age.” Read more about...
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January 6, 2020
Kyle McLaughlin steps down as CEO of Tough Mudder
Kyle McLaughlin, was hired as Senior VP of North America by Tough Mudder on June 1, 2018. He was named President on February 1 of last year, and then promoted to CEO on July 1. In a statement release yesterday, McLaughlin discusses the challenges Tough Mudder has had and his...
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January 6, 2020
USA Triathlon Foundation Names 2020 Ambassador Team Powered by Newton Running
Ambassadors raise awareness for Foundation through service projects, community outreach COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The roster for the 2020 USA Triathlon Foundation Ambassador Team Powered by Newton Running was announced today, featuring 49 age-group ambassadors and three U.S. elite athlete captains. Team members will raise awareness for the mission of...
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January 6, 2020
Women’s Running Names Its Power Women of the Year
Power is not just leading by example but also bringing others up with you. Boulder, Colorado, USA — January 6, 2020 — Women’s Running, the most popular resource for women runners, has named its 20 Power Women of the Year. The January/February issue of Women’s Running magazine honors 20 of...
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January 6, 2020
‘Steamboat Stinger’ Race Under New Leadership
Partners in Routt County and Routt County Riders join forces to take ownership of the popular trail race beginning summer 2020 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 6, 2020) — Entering its 10th anniversary year, the ‘Steamboat Stinger’ race is set to change hands. Partners in Routt County and Routt County Riders,...
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January 6, 2020
Registration is Open for the 35th Carlsbad 5000 Road Race
‘World’s Fastest 5k’ returns the weekend of March 21-22, 2020 CARLSBAD, Calif. (Jan. 6, 2020) - The Carlsbad 5000 will return for its 35th edition the weekend of March 21-22, 2020. Event registration opened on New Year’s Day with special pricing available for a limited time. “Our team is thrilled...
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January 6, 2020
INFINIT Nutrition Introduces Custom Protein Recovery
The Original Custom Nutrition Company is revolutionizing sports nutrition again with customized protein and recovery blends tailored to the individual consumer. Cincinnati, OH, January 6, 2020 — INFINIT Nutrition, a sports nutrition company that revolutionized the industry with its patented lineup of custom-blended nutrition solutions, has unveiled a brand new...
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January 6, 2020
LEOMO Begins Selling Revolutionary TYPE-S Sports Computer that Harnesses the Power of Advanced Motion Analytics
See LEOMO’s TYPE-S at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show, Booth IW-9/Aria West LAS VEGAS (Jan. 6, 2020) — LEOMO, Inc., a leading international technology and sports innovation brand, proudly releases its revolutionary TYPE-S sports performance computer with advanced motion analysis capabilities. Launched with a successful Kickstarter campaign, TYPE-S will be...
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January 6, 2020
Wallis Sands Half Marathon Purchase
Portland, ME – All Sports Events and its TriME events management division is excited to announce the recent acquisition of the Wallis Sands Half Marathon from Pursuit Racing. All Sports Events has worked closely with Steph Murray and Pursuit Racing since 2012. The addition of the Wallis Sands Half Marathon to...
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January 5, 2020
Suunto 7 Smartwatch Delivers Leading Sports Expertise For Everyday Life with Wear OS by Google™
Powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon Wear™ 3100, all-new Suunto 7 state-of-the-art smartwatch with adventure-proof GPS sport watch features for a no-compromise approach to wearable technology HELSINKI, FINLAND (Jan. 5, 2020) – The long-awaited next generation of Suunto arrives with the reveal of the new Suunto 7, a premium smartwatch that...
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January 3, 2020
Challenge Family installs Board of Directors
CHALLENGEFAMILY is pleased to announce the instalment of a Board of Directors. Zibi Szlufcik will move from the CEO position to become President of the Board. The Board is completed by Jort Vlam, Richard Belderok and Jefry Visser. Szlufcik will hand over the CEO role to Jort Vlam, Jefry Visser...
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January 3, 2020
Nuun Named Official Sustainability Partner of 2020 Industry Conference presented by Race Roster
Event attendees can look forward to sustainable promotions and best practices presented in Las Vegas by leading eco-conscious hydration provider from Feb. 9-11 at Caesars Palace Nuun, the maker of clean and healthy functional hydration options for athletes and everyone, has been named the Official Sustainability Partner of the 2020...