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September 6, 2023
Zwift and Wahoo partner-up again after patent spat
Indoor training giants Zwift and Wahoo have agreed to start collaborating again after settling a patent lawsuit earlier this week The latter took legal action against Zwift in October 2022 for alleged patent infringement relating to its Hub smart trainer, launched in September. Last week, it was reported that both parties had agreed to end the...
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September 6, 2023
USTA Launches Investment Fund to Support Tennis Growth
The USTA (U.S. Tennis Association) has launched USTA Ventures, through the USTA Strategic Investment Committee, which will be charged with evaluating a broad spectrum of long-term investment opportunities. The focus will be on acquiring potential equity stakes in technologies and other companies that will help to advance the growth of tennis...
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September 6, 2023
Raccoon Media Group has been acquired by Cuil Bay Capital
September 2023, London/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Raccoon Media Group Ltd has announced that a new investment vehicle, Cuil Bay Capital (CBC), has today acquired a majority stake in the business. CBC is led by Doug Emslie, the former CEO of Tarsus Group who will join the board as chairman, replacing Ralph Collett....
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September 6, 2023
Kinomap announces new video preview integration with Strava
(Sept. 6, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Kinomap, an interactive video-based training app for runners, cyclists and rowers, today announced a new integration with Strava, the leading subscription platform at the center of connected fitness, that allows users of both platforms to upload 10-second video clips. Integrated with Strava since 2016,...
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September 6, 2023
runDallas and the Dallas White Rock Marathon President Paul Lambert Departing the Organization
DALLAS, Sept. 6, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Board of Directors of the Dallas White Rock Marathon (DWRM), the parent organization of runDallas and the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival, announced Paul Lambert, president of DWRM, is departing the organization to pursue other interests. During this transition, Charles Peyton, Chairman of the...
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September 6, 2023
New York City Triathlon & Duathlon produced by Life Time Features New Fall Date and $19,000 Prize Purse for Pros
NEW YORK – (Sept. 06, 2023)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The New York City Triathlon, produced by Life Time (NYSE: LTH) and a marquee event in the city since 2001, will welcome athletes from around the world on Sunday, October 1. Kicking off at 7:30 am, Triathletes will swim 0.93 miles (1500m), pedal 24.8...
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September 6, 2023
MYLAPS launches world’s smallest UHF timing decoder
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – MYLAPS announces the introduction of the lightest UHF decoder in the world of sports timing. The BibTag Smart Decoder is a light-weight decoder with the proven MYLAPS accuracy and optimized user experience. The new decoder is the latest addition to the BibTag product line. The BibTag system...
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September 6, 2023
Living city of the Incas hosted GFNY Peru, world’s highest bike race
New York City, September 6, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Ollantaytambo hosted the third edition of GFNY Peru this past Sunday. The updated challenging racecourse was 127.7 km long with an elevation gain of 1742m, reaching up to 3600m above sea level. Race day presented itself cold and drizzly, ideal conditions...
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September 6, 2023
Top field hunts for European Championship Long Distance title at Challenge Almere-Amsterdam
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – They are slowly but surely dropping in to Almere and come from all over the world: over 50 professional athletes are preparing to start Saturday’s Challenge Almere-Amsterdam. They all have one goal: to win the race and crown themselves Europe Triathlon Long Distance Champion. In the men’s...
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September 6, 2023
Treat Public Relations Welcomes PR Specialist Anna Gimre To Expanding Team
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Treat Public Relations, the endurance sports industry’s premier public relations partner, has welcomed Anna Gimre to their team. As a PR Specialist, Gimre will play a key role in executing the strategic media relations plans that earn Treat PR clients valuable press coverage for their...
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September 5, 2023
Life Time Unveils Company’s First Ground-Up Pickleball Club in Chanhassen, Minnesota
CHANHASSEN, Minn., Sept. 5, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - As pickleball continues its explosive growth trajectory, Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand and the largest provider of permanent pickleball courts in the country, today announced the groundbreaking of Life Time Pickleball Chanhassen, the Company's first ground-up pickleball location in the country. Life Time Chanhassen...
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September 5, 2023
Lithium-ion battery company BMZ Group acquires Nox Cycles
Lithium-ion battery manufacturer The BMZ Group acquired e-bike brand Nox Cycles Austria, its sister companies in Germany and Switzerland, and the Hawk Bikes brand. The BMZ Group has been the battery and motor supplier for Nox e-MTB models and its distributor and online retail partner. The group acquired from Gaby...
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September 5, 2023
Mexico Marathon disqualifies 11,000 of their 30,000 runners after finding THOUSANDS cheated, including using cars and public transport mid-race, by investigating their electronic trackers
Organisers of the Mexico Marathon have reportedly disqualified 11,000 runners after electronic trackers revealed the participants had not completed the full course. Over 30,000 runners participated at the 40th anniversary edition of the race in Mexico City on August 27. Mexico Marathon organisers were forced to investigate anonymous complaints from participants...
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September 5, 2023
Doug Emslie’s Cuil Bay Capital launches with acquisition of Raccoon Media Group
Cuil Bay Capital (CBC), a new investment vehicle led by Informa advisor and former Tarsus Group CEO Doug Emslie, has announced its inaugural investment, the acquisition of a majority stake in Raccoon Media Group. Founded in 2016, Raccoon achieved acclaim with the launch of the multi-award-winning National Running Show, which...
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September 5, 2023
Inaugural Chartway Virginia Beach 10 Miler & 5K Draws Thousands of Runners to The Virginia Beach Oceanfront for a Perfect Race Weekend
September 5, 2023 /VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – J&A Racing’s fall season kicked off this past weekend with the inaugural Chartway Virginia Beach 10 Miler & 5K and what a weekend it was for the thousands of runners that took to the streets with near perfect weather conditions. The weekend...
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September 5, 2023
Argon 18 and Team Novo Nordisk on the World Stage in Quebec
Montreal/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Canadian bicycle brand Argon 18 is thrilled to welcome Team Novo Nordisk (TNN) to Quebec for the Grands Prix Cyclistes de Quebec et Montreal on September 8th and 10th. The UCI ProTeam received a special invitation to the World Tour events after a standout 2023 season, and will...
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September 5, 2023
B.A.A. Gives Back Grants Open for Applications
BOSTON /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced the opening of applications for the fall edition of B.A.A. Gives Back Grants. Eligible organizations have from today until September 26 to apply. This is the second round of the biannual program which supports nonprofits that advance the B.A.A.’s mission...
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September 5, 2023
Run Austin® Kickoff Week Group Runs Start Today
Austin, TX - September 5, 2023/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the vibrant Austin community for a week of exhilarating group runs that embody the true essence of Run Austin® Kickoff Week. From September 5th to September 12th, 2023, running enthusiasts of all levels will...
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September 5, 2023
The Breakaway Leverages AI To Help Riders Prepare for Gran Fondo Hincapie
Truckee CA/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Breakaway has launched Coach, an AI powered coach and companion that helps riders understand what kind of ride to do on any given day to find simple, consistent improvement. Starting in September, the over 2,000 riders in the Gran Fondo Hincapie Greenville will be the first...
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September 5, 2023
Unveiling: SF Aloha Run for Hope 2023 – Empowering Young People For The Future!
San Francisco, CA (September 24, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - JCYC is thrilled to announce its 13th annual SF Aloha Run, with this year’s theme centered on hope and empowerment. Titled SF Aloha Run for Hope, JCYC’s 13th annual SF Aloha Run event is dedicated to the youth who can one...
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September 4, 2023
Run Austin® Kickoff Week Presents a Week of Prizes and Rewards
Austin, TX - September 4, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Run Austin® Kickoff Week is not just about miles and marathons; it's about celebrating the running spirit infused with excitement and the enticing chance to win prizes. From September 5th to September 12th, 2023, participants can embark on a week-long journey filled...
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September 1, 2023
Keepme Uses AI To Help Gyms Create On-Brand Fitness Marketing Content
Keepme, an AI-powered platform for fitness operators, has released Creator, a new generative tool developed specifically for gym content marketing teams. Keepme Creator learns a fitness brand’s tone and voice to maintain brand consistency and leverages large language models such as ChatGPT to produce creative content and drive growth. The new...
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September 1, 2023
Men’s Professional Athlete Field Announced for VinFast IRONMAN World Championship in Nice, France
NICE, France/ TAMPA, Fla. (Sept. 1, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – An elite field of professional triathletes from around the globe are preparing to descend on Nice, France for the first ever IRONMAN® World Championship triathlon in Europe. On Sunday 10 September, the men’s edition of the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship...
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September 1, 2023
Adidas Intentionally Made a Running Shoe That’s ‘Illegally Fast’
Today, Adidas is debuting the Adizero Prime X 2 Strung and highlighting its status as “illegally fast.” The infractions come via a heel stack height of 50mm, 10mm above the limit, and two carbon-infused plates doubling the amount allowable in a single shoe. Although official competitions aren’t in play, there...
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September 1, 2023
3D-printed outsole helps spread seeds on runs
With the aim of promoting biodiversity in urban areas, a product designer has created a 3D-printed outsole inspired by Velcro and bison hooves that lets runners pick up and spread wild seeds while racking up kilometres. The outsole, a chunky synthetic slip-on covered in hundreds of flexible, soft hooks, is...