SPONSORSHIP NEWS
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and news about sponsorships in the running, cycling and triathlon industries? Scroll below to view all endurance sports sponsorship 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
J&A Racing and Yuengling extend multi-year partnership for Shamrock Marathon Weekend
March 25, 2021 – VIRGINIA BEACH – J&A Racing today announced the extension of Yuengling as the title sponsor of the Shamrock Marathon Weekend held annually in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Since it was founded in 1829, America’s Oldest Brewery has remained fiercely independent, family-owned and continuously operated by the Yuengling...
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March 24, 2021
Brompton, Freitag, Partner to Put Stylish, Sustainable New Spin on Backpacks for Bike Commutes
NEW YORK (March 24, 2021) – Brompton Bicycle, the London-based manufacturer of the iconic Brompton folding bike, and Zurich’s bag manufacturer, FREITAG, have quite a bit in common: They’re both into “re-cycling,” which means thinking and acting in sustainable cycles, and they’re both all about riding bikes. Both are also...
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March 24, 2021
2021 Austin Half Marathon Invites Businesses to Join the Race Weekend Fun
AUSTIN, Texas, March 24, 2021 -- The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour invites businesses to be included in the post-race goodie bag or the virtual goodie bag. This new initiative will cost nothing and can include local establishments and national businesses with an Austin presence. In lieu...
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March 23, 2021
Rugged Military-Grade Smartwatch is the Ultimate Partner for Challenging Military-Grade Obstacle Course, Amazfit Partners with Spartan
BOSTON, Mass. (March 23, 2021) – Amazfit, a global brand in the wearables market has announced a partnership with Spartan®, the world’s leading endurance sports and wellness brand to test its new T-Rex Pro Smartwatch at Obstacle Course Races across the US and Europe. As part of the partnership, Amazfit becomes...
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March 22, 2021
New study calls on sports to end sponsorship deals with ‘high carbon polluters’
Report finds total of 258 sports partnerships with companies in high carbon industries. SportsPro
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March 22, 2021
Dunkin’ Becomes Official Coffee and Donut of the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon
PITTSBURGH, PA (March 22, 2021) –Pittsburgh runs on Dunkin’ is taking on a whole new meaning this week, as P3R and Dunkin' team up for the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. Through this collaboration, Dunkin’ will serve as the official coffee and donut of the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, to...
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March 19, 2021
The Only Hard Lemonade Seltzer Made by Lemonade Experts, Mike’s Hard Lemonade Seltzer, Partners with Endurance Sports Leader Spartan
BOSTON, Mass. (March 19, 2021) – Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer, the only hard lemonade seltzer made by lemonade experts has entered a partnership with the world’s leading endurance sports and wellness brand Spartan®, becoming the official “Hard Seltzer of Spartan US.” “Spartan athletes know the true definition of ‘hard,’” said Ian...
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March 18, 2021
OCR World Championships Partners with DFND Compression for 2021 OCRWC
OCR athletes know they need high quality compression gear for training, racing, and recovery, and the OCR World Championships is excited to announce a new partnership with DFND compression for the 2021 OCRWC. Born from a need to keep the U.S. Military and First Responders safe from training injuries, DFND...
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March 17, 2021
Pikes Peak APEX and Athletic Brewing Company Partner to Grow Region’s Trail Stewardship Initiative
Colorado Springs, Colorado, March 17, 2021—Sports Strategies announces a partnership between Athletic Brewing Company and The Pikes Peak APEX presented by RockShox. Athletic Brewing joins as a Supporting Sponsor and exclusive non-alcoholic beer of the 2021 Pikes Peak APEX. In addition to investing in the September event, Athletic Brewing has...
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March 17, 2021
LEOMO Forges Innovative Cycling Partnership with MOVISTAR TEAM
Boulder, CO (March 17, 2020) — LEOMO Inc., a company that helps cyclists and triathletes of all levels break through power plateaus with products and direct-to-customer services that enable faster, stronger, more efficient, injury-free riding, has announced a new partnership with the Movistar Team. Under the agreement, LEOMO will supply...
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March 16, 2021
Athletes react to Nike pregnancy ad
While the ad is a step in the right direction for the company, many athletes, including Allyson Felix, Kara Goucher and Alysia Montaño, are criticizing Nike for not acknowledging their past treatment of pregnant female athletes. Canadian Running Magazine
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March 16, 2021
Canyon Bicycles USA Announces Partnership with Carmichael Training Systems
CARLSBAD, CA MARCH 16, 2021– Canyon USA announced today a two-year partnership with Carmichael Training Systems that will benefit the organization as well as coached athletes. Celebrating over 20 years in business this year, CTS coaches will exclusively rely on Canyon bikes for use at camps, training sessions, and special...
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March 16, 2021
UNDRBUDR Announces Partnership with USA CRITS and Sponsorship of D1 Women’s Team
Montclair, NJ, March 16, 2021 – UNDRBUDR, which develops high performance, nature-inspired skincare, today announced becoming a brand sponsor of USA CRITS, the leading North American street racing series as well as sponsoring their participating D1 women’s team United Cycling. UNDRBUDR will sponsor the 10 event Series which begins this...
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March 15, 2021
Cotopaxi Announces Grant Partnership with ROMP Ecuador
Salt Lake City, UT. March 15, 2021 -- Cotopaxi, Benefit Corporation and outdoor gear and apparel brand, is diversifying its major grant program to include more innovative, sustainable and change-making entities, today announcing a partnership with the Range of Motion Project (ROMP). ROMP is a global, non-profit organization dedicated to...
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March 15, 2021
The Pikes Peak APEX presented by RockShox Welcomes Back GE Johnson for 2021
Colorado Springs, CO – March 15, 2021 – Sports Strategies announces a three-year partnership between GE Johnson and The Pikes Peak APEX. GE Johnson first joined The APEX as a Supporting Sponsor in the event’s inaugural year, and this partnership expands the relationship through 2023. “GE Johnson came on board...
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March 12, 2021
Stages Cycling Partners with World’s Top Professionals
(Boulder, CO – March, 2021) StagesⓇ Cycling will continue to support the world’s top professional cyclists in every discipline with precision training tools and cycling electronics. Many riders will use both Stages Power Meters and Stages Dash, along with StagesPulse Heart Rate monitors and the new StagesBike SB20 Smart Bike. “Since...
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March 11, 2021
Ben Kanute Joins Team INFINIT
Cincinnati, OH, March 11, 2021 – INFINIT Nutrition is excited to announce the addition of 2016 Olympian and professional triathlete Ben Kanute to Team INFINIT. After a year of almost no racing in 2020, Kanute kicks off the 2021 season this weekend at Challenge Miami where he will be fueling...
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March 10, 2021
Mountain Hardwear Partners with Professional Skier Rachael Burks
Richmond, Calif. (March 9, 2021)- Mountain Hardwear, a leader in performance equipment and apparel for climbers, mountaineers, and athletes, is proud to expand the brand’s snowsports athlete team with the addition of professional skier, Rachael Burks. Dubbed “The Most Underrated Woman in Pro Skiing,” Rachael Burks is known for skiing burly...
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March 9, 2021
Machines For Freedom x Dioscvri Launch Mystic Felines Collection
Los Angeles, Calif. (March 9, 2021) – Machines For Freedom®, the inclusive women’s cycling apparel brand has joined forces with Alameda, California-based art studio, Dioscvri to launch a collaborative garment and gear collection featuring a hand-carved block design. The Mystic Felines Collection consists of a long sleeve shirt, a short-sleeve shirt, a...
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March 9, 2021
Jaybird Teams Up With Des Linden To Inspire Future Generations of Runners
PARK CITY, Utah — March 9, 2021—Jaybird, the leader in wireless headphones for outdoor sports and fitness enthusiasts, announced its partnership with American long-distance runner, Des Linden. Linden is a two-time Olympian in the marathon, representing the U.S. in 2012 and 2016, and won the Boston Marathon in 2018 becoming...
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March 9, 2021
5x World Champ Craig Alexander Launches Vespa Pro Triathlon Team
(Miami, FL) March 9, 2021 – With the high profile CHALLENGE:MIAMI Triathlon serving as his backdrop, Craig “Crowie” Alexander, 5x World Triathlon Champion and former Hawaii IRONMAN course record holder, today announced the launch of the Vespa Professional Triathlon Team. Slated to include 12 of the world’s most accomplished and...
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March 9, 2021
Olympian Katie Zaferes Joins Team UCAN
Olympian Katie Zaferes has made the switch to UCAN to fuel her training and racing at the highest levels in the sport of triathlon. Zaferes is ranked the #1 short-course triathlete in the world, is the reigning World Triathlon Series Champion, and a favorite for Olympic Gold in Tokyo. Zaferes...
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March 8, 2021
Rebecca Rusch Partners with Chamois Butt’r for the 2021 Season
Pleasant Valley, MO (March 8, 2021) – Chamois Butt’r, the ultimate skin lubricant and chamois cream, is thrilled to partner with seven-time world champion, MTB Hall of Famer, and Emmy Award winner, Rebecca Rusch. Rebecca kicked off her 2021 season in Knik Lake, Alaska at the Iditarod Trail Invitational (ITI350),...
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March 5, 2021
The Diva Dash Women’s Obstacle Run is Reinvented and Offers Experiential and Custom Partnerships To Reach 30,000+ Active Women.
BOULDER, Colorado, March 5th, 2021– Adventure Fit Events, an award-winning experiential event marketing and production company, is seeking official partnerships with companies wanting to connect with active women through the NEW Diva Dash Adventure event. Originally known as the SHAPE Diva Dash, the event started as a women’s obstacle adventure...