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March 3, 2021
Could Nike and Former Top Exec Face Legal Action Over Resale Saga?
The multi-layered story has exposed the many challenges and opportunities defining the lucrative and, at times, shady world of sneaker resale. It’s brought to light major issues and questions surrounding corporate governance, greed, and power, calling attention to the topic of white privilege. Footwear News
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March 2, 2021
Boston Marathon announces virtual race, expects smaller field for in-person event amid coronavirus pandemic
The Boston Athletic Association has announced that it will offer a virtual Boston Marathon for up to 70,000 people on Oct. 11 as it anticipates the in-person race this fall will have a smaller field amid the coronavirus pandemic. Boston Herald
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March 2, 2021
Could You Do the ‘Strongman Marathon’? 26.2 Miles of Tire Flips, Burpees, Handstands, and More
The endurance event is made up of 26 movements, each performed for a mile. So that’s a mile of burpees, a mile of tire flips, a mile of sled pulls, and more total insanity. GearJunkie
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March 2, 2021
When do you expect to deliver your next live event?
Mass Participation World recently polled race organizers on their expectations of when they would return to live events. Click to see a summary of the responses by continent. Facebook
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March 1, 2021
Nike’s North American Head Resigns After Sneaker Resale Story Spotlights Her Son’s Business
Nike VP and GM Ann Hebert made the decision to resign a few days after Bloomberg Businessweek released a story featuring Hebert’s 19-year-old son, Joe, who runs a sneaker resale business called West Coast Streetwear, allegedly capitalizing on the resale boom. Footwear News
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March 1, 2021
Gatorade made a smart patch that measures your sweat and hydration
Sports drink maker Gatorade is launching its first ever wearable device, the Gx Sweat Patch. The patch is a one-time-use wearable that analyzes sweat to provide athletes with insights about their athletic performance and hydration levels. CNBC
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March 1, 2021
Lance Armstrong could have won without the drugs, says Phil Liggett
According to the legendary cycling commentator, dubbed the ‘voice of cycling’ after decades of Tour de France TV commentary, he admired the Texan for his achievements off the bike but that he “can’t condone drug cheats.” Cycling Weekly
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March 1, 2021
Adidas launches clip-in version of Samba street shoe
The Velosamba is a two-bolt SPD-compatible urban cycling shoe based on the brand's classic Samba street shoe. Bike Radar
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March 1, 2021
Unique race venues in running history
Races don't have to stick to the track, trails or road – a paring garage, a mall, or even a helipad will do. Canadian Running
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March 1, 2021
Fox wins critical round in long-running patent fight with SRAM
In 2015, SRAM sued RaceFace (which Fox had acquired in 2014) for infringing on two of its chainring patents. Several other brands offering similar chainrings had agreed to license the X-Sync technology from SRAM, but RaceFace took it to court. Bicycle Retailer
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March 1, 2021
NOBULL, CrossFit Ink Three-Year Games Title Sponsor, Apparel, Footwear Deal
After months-long speculation as to who would be the new title sponsor of the CrossFit Games, CrossFit announced a three-year minimum deal with NOBULL to be not only title sponsor of the Games but Official Footwear and Apparel Sponsor of CrossFit. Morning Chalk Up
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February 26, 2021
Singapore Marathon no longer in the running for Abbott World Marathon Majors
The IRONMAN Group’s independence from Wanda Sports, following its sale, means that IRONMAN’s Singapore Marathon is no longer on the table to be a Abbott World Marathon Majors event. Endurance Biz
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February 26, 2021
The Case for Running ‘Naked’: Ditch the Electronics for a Happier, Healthier Run
Most runners make their strides weighed down by watches, cellphones, iPods, and a whole assemblage of other smart wearables. But sometimes it’s better to hit the trail “naked” - without the distraction of gadgets. GearJunkie
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February 26, 2021
Fox Factory Sees Q4 Sales Climb 41 Percent
Reported were a 44.6% increase in Specialty Sports Group sales and a 38.7% increase in Powered Vehicles Group sales. Sales increased 41.2% to $262.4 million, compared to $185.9 million in the same period last fiscal year. SGB Media
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February 25, 2021
A Chicago gym saw dozens of COVID-19 cases after infected people attended HIIT classes without masks
In one week in August, 55 who attended exercise classes at a Chicago gym contracted COVID-19 after only less than a quarter of gym-goers wore masks during their workouts, and almost none socially distanced. Business Insider
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February 25, 2021
The dos and don’ts of Strava
If you’re new to Strava, there are a few dos and don’ts you should know about. In fact, even if you’ve used Strava for years, it’s worth reviewing these dos and don’ts (specifically the don’ts, just to make sure you’re not doing anything that might annoy your followers). Canadian Running Magazine
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February 25, 2021
Wolverine World Wide Predicts Robust Return To Double-Digit Growth In 2021
In the fourth quarter ended January 2, sales reached $509.6 million, down 16.1 percent year-over-year. Wolverine said sales were significantly better than the company expected. Wall Street’s consensus estimate had been $479 million. SGB Media
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February 25, 2021
Fabletics launches at-home fitness app
Fabletics, which was co-founded by actress Kate Hudson as an e-commerce site in 2013 and now operates 50 stores nationwide, is offering a new fitness app called Fabletics FIT. The app provides access to hundreds of digital experiences, including on-demand workouts and meditations. Chain Store Age
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February 25, 2021
Under Armour Reduces Sponsorship Commitments By 47 Percent
Under Armour Inc. reduced its sponsorship commitments by 47 percent to $361.6 million in 2020 from $679.1 million in 2019, according to its just-released annual report. SGB Media
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February 24, 2021
Fleet Feet adds five stores in 2020, makes key hires
Fleet Feet announced significant growth in 2020 as it added five stores to close with 182 in operation and saw triple-digit growth of its e-commerce site. The franchisor also hired a new head of human resources and marketing and made a number of promotions to support future growth. SGB Media
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February 24, 2021
Polisport Group acquires Catlike helmet brand
The Polisport Group has announced that it has acquired the Spanish helmet brand Catlike in a bid to reinforce its portfolio in the high-end cycling market. Cycling Industry News
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February 24, 2021
An Olympic gold medalist has created specialist glasses that give cyclists eyes at the back of their heads
Callum Skinner, 28, who won gold and silver at the 2016 Olympics, developed the technology with physicist Alex Macdonald after raising more than £100,000 through a Kickstarter campaign. Sky News
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February 23, 2021
Runner Dismissed From UCLA Team For Using Racist, Sexist, and Homophobic Language
Runner Chris Weiland has been kicked off the UCLA track and field and cross-country team after a video surfaced of him allegedly using racist, sexist, and homophobic language. Runners World
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February 23, 2021
Cycling groups call for an end to helmet laws after a study showed inequity of enforcement
With a new study showing Seattle police have ticketed Black riders not wearing helmets nearly four times the rate as white riders since 2003, multiple advocacy groups are working to decriminalize helmet use in the city and in King County. bicycleretailer
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February 23, 2021
Alpenrose permanently closes its Velodrome, an institution for Portland’s cycling community
In a Facebook, Alpenrose Velodrome director Jen Featheringill and Oregon Bicycle Racing Association executive director Chuck Kenlan released a statement informing friends of the Southwest Portland facility that the Alpenrose Dairy property has been closed permanently for events and all other uses. Oregon Live