PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the running, cycling and triathlon industries. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
November 18, 2020
PEAR Sports Announces the Appointment of Robert Falkenberg to Board of Directors
NEWPORT BEACH, CA -- PEAR Sports announced today that it has appointed Robert C. Falkenberg, CEO UnitedHealthcare of California, to its board of directors effective October 20, 2020. This brings PEAR’s total board membership to 8. “We are very excited to welcome Rob to our board of directors. He brings...
November 18, 2020
Ride for Racial Justice and SBT GRVL Announce Groundbreaking Partnership and Athlete Program for 2021
DENVER (Nov. 18, 2020) – Ride for Racial Justice and SBT GRVL today announce a new, trailblazing partnership and athlete program that will bring greater diversity, equity and representation to one of the world’s most premiere gravel races. Launching today, the joint program offers 25 secured spots for Black, Indigenous...
November 18, 2020
IRONMAN VR World Tour Culminates with a Trip to Oceania for IRONMAN VR33 Taupō and IRONMAN VR Global Triclub Championship
IRONMAN® VR World Tour™ The IRONMAN VR World Tour: Spotlight on Oceania The five-week long IRONMAN VR® World Tour focusing on specific regions of the world kicked off Oct. 19 and runs through Nov. 22. Participants have had the unique opportunity to virtually travel to 20 stunning race locations around...
November 18, 2020
Air Force Marathon‘s new virtual race series creates way to honor the Air Force’s rich history and heritage of aviation
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Unveiling next year’s newest event, the History and Heritage Race Series, the Air Force Marathon aims to highlight retired aircraft that have shaped U.S. Air Force air power throughout history. On Dec. 1, registration will open for the first race in the six-part series...
November 18, 2020
USA Cycling and Interscholastic Cycling Leagues Announce Partnership to Get More Kids on Bikes and Keep Them Riding
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Cycling and the Interscholastic Cycling Leagues of Arizona and Georgia are pleased to announce a new partnership. In an ongoing effort to get kids on bikes and keep them riding through life, these groups are committed to advancing opportunities for youth riders to ensure a...
November 18, 2020
RaceRaves announces Best Racing Cities in the U.S.
Los Angeles, CA (November 18, 2020) — RaceRaves, the leading online race finder and reviews community for runners and endurance athletes, has announced the winners of its 2020 “Best Racing Cities in the U.S.” poll. The company’s authoritative new guide spotlights the top 10 large, midsize and small racing cities...
November 18, 2020
Polar Partners with #1 Esports Team Ahead of 2020 World Championships
(Boulder, CO – November 18, 2020) - Zwift’s top eRacing team, Saris + The Pro’s Closet, today announces a new partnership with Polar, the world leader in heart rate and biometric monitoring technology. For decades, Polar has been universally recognized as the gold standard in heart rate measurement. By joining...
November 18, 2020
Sea to Summit Welcomes Sally McCoy to the Global Leadership Team
Perth, Australia (November 17, 2020) — Sea to Summit, the adventure equipment manufacturer headquartered in Western Australia, is thrilled to welcome Sally McCoy, a seasoned outdoor industry executive, to the company’s global leadership team. McCoy will occupy the newly created position of Executive Chair of Sea to Summit and will...
November 18, 2020
ROAD iD and Corrigan Sports Team Up to Provide a Safer Training and Racing Experience
ROAD iD, the leading manufacturer of wearable ID for runners, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Corrigan Sports Enterprises. The two companies share a common mission to promote active, healthy lifestyles through training and participating in events. Their new partnership is designed to improve runner safety. “We are...
November 18, 2020
RunSignup | GiveSignup Welcomes Bruce Kratz, VP of Development
RunSignup | GiveSignup welcomes Bruce Kratz as their new VP of Development. Kratz joins the team as a part of the growth plan that led to a Series A funding in September. He will manage and expand the development team to meet the technology needs of a growing customer base...