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February 23, 2023
Relatives of athletes rescued from ultramarathon claim ‘poor safety planning’ put lives at risk
Relatives of competitors taking part in an ultramarathon who had to be rescued from the remote route in bad weather claim they were in serious danger and their lives put at risk by “poor safety planning” by the event’s organisers. Stuff
February 23, 2023
U.S. Air Force Special Warfare to Partner with Spartan
BOSTON, MASS. (02/23/2023)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Spartan, the world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, announced that the U.S. Air Force Special Warfare will be an Official Partner of select races in 2023. “At Spartan, we pride ourselves on grit, toughness, resiliency, and finding comfort in discomfort. By partnering with...
February 23, 2023
INFINIT Nutrition Announces 2023 Team INFINIT Elite Roster
Cincinnati, OH, February 23, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - INFINIT Nutrition, the original custom sports nutrition company is excited to unveil its 2023 Team INFINIT Elite roster, composed of seventeen athletes representing a variety of endurance disciplines including triathlon, cycling, mountain biking, and running. “At INFINIT we have always felt that...
February 22, 2023
110 Ultra Trail Runners Evacuated from Race Course
A 7-day, 6-stage ultra-marathon on the South Island of New Zealand, was interrupted by severe weather earlier this week, which resulted in several athletes needing to be rescued, according to the New Zealand Herald. Rains quickly became intense, causing the Arrow River to rise in the wee hours of the...
February 22, 2023
Independent Running Apparel Brands Janji and Oiselle Announce Merger
February 22, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Janji, a Boston-based running apparel brand on a mission to expand access to safe drinking water worldwide, and Oiselle, a Seattle-based by and for women athletic apparel company, announced that they will enter a collaborative partnership through a merger, facilitated by Digsbury Ventures. The...
February 22, 2023
Nix Biosensors app available now in the Garmin Connect IQ store
BOSTON, MASS. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Nix, the biosensor company delivering health and wellness data to consumers, today announced its new app is available now in the Garmin Connect IQ™ store for select Garmin smartwatches and cycling computers. Nix’s Hydration Biosensor, the first-ever device to analyze sweat and provide endurance athletes...
February 22, 2023
Distance Runner Kevin Salvano signs agency contract with Elite Runner Management
GROSSE POINTE (MI) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Kevin Salvano, a Notre Dame graduate and Olympic Trials qualifier in the marathon, has signed an agency contract with Elite Runner Management (ERM), the Michigan based sports agency headed by Chris Mengel. “Kevin Salvano had a fabulous start to his pro career when he ran...
February 21, 2023
Influencer under fire for blocking Austin Marathon route with ebikes
The 2023 Austin Marathon's biggest story to come out of the race is not one of triumph or success, but one of disruption and annoyance. Influencer Matt Choi of Gaithersburg, Md., upset many of his fellow runners as he attempted to get the best footage possible for his social media. A...
February 21, 2023
Shamrock Run Portland Announces Shamrock Showdown 8K
PORTLAND /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – If the calendar reads that spring is knocking on the door, that can only mean one thing to the Pacific Northwest running community. The 2023 Shamrock Run Portland is preparing to welcome more than 20,000 runners for Oregon’s favorite St. Patrick’s Day tradition. The 45th edition of...
February 21, 2023
Nearly 100 Elite Runners to compete in Half Marathon at 2023 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 21, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – As the heralded running series celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023, the iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series Las Vegas event makes its annual return to the famed Las Vegas Strip this weekend. Nearly 100 elite runners from around the world will...
