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.
June 25, 2020
Air Force Cancels 2020 Marathon, Offers Virtual Option
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OHIO (AFNS) - In an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and prioritize the health and safety of participants, Air Force officials have cancelled in-person running of the 2020 Air Force Marathon. “The entire team and our mission and community partners have worked tirelessly for two...
June 25, 2020
iFit Trainer Ashley Paulson Wins First Place Female in Squaw Peak 50-Mile Trail Run
(LOGAN, Utah) — iFit Trainer Ashley Paulson was the first place female finisher in the Squaw Peak 50-Mile Trail Run, completing the race in 9:22:01. The loop course was held in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains on June 2, 2020 and is known for over 14,000 feet of challenging elevation gain and...
June 25, 2020
Challenge Kaiserwinkl-Walchsee introduces ‘Solo Challenge’: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’
Unusual times require unusual solutions. It's with this mindset CHALLENGE KAISERWINKL-WALCHSEE is introducing their Solo Challenge, which gives athletes the chance to participate in their own race. "Unfortunately we had to cancel our planned 11th edition of CHALLENGE KAISERWINKL-WALCHSEE , including the ETU European Championship on June, 28th. But do nothing, is not an...
June 25, 2020
Zoot Sports, USA Triathlon Foundation Announce ‘Zoot One Forward’ Project
Carlsbad, CA - Zoot Sports, the global industry leader in Triathlon Apparel and Accessories, in conjunction with the USA Triathlon Foundation, proudly launches the “Zoot One Forward” Project. For every item sold in the new Zoot Face Covering Collection, Zoot will donate another face mask to a USA Triathlon-sanctioned triathlon...
June 24, 2020
Paralympic Medalist Angela Madsen Dies On Solo Rowing Trip Across Pacific Ocean
Approximately halfway in her ambitious journey to row from Los Angeles to Honolulu, Paralympic medalist Angela Madsen has died while making her second attempt at a solo crossing of the Pacific. Read more on TeamUSA.
June 24, 2020
Barebells Protein Bars Introduce Irresistible, Crunchy Fudge Bars
LOS ANGELES (June 24, 2020) – Barebells– the best-selling, high-in-protein, no added sugar* protein bar brand – has launched their fifth flavor profile in the U.S., Crunchy Fudge, to satisfy the demand for irresistible yet healthful snacks among consumers nationwide. “We are thrilled to announce the launch of Crunchy Fudge...
June 24, 2020
People and Pups Take to the Streets This July 4th for a Patriotic Virtual 5k Benefiting Pets For Vets
SAN DIEGO, CA, 6/24/2020 -- The Doggone Events Series launches it’s inaugural virtual 5k with the Doggone Patriotic 5k, a go-at-your-own-pace 5k for people and their dogs, benefitting Pets for Vets. This virtual 5k invites participants nationwide to get outside with their dog on their favorite course, path, park or...
June 24, 2020
Rock ‘N’ Roll VR9 sees over 16,000 registered participants from 93 nations take on 10K, 6K or Remix Challenge
TAMPA, Fla. (June 24, 2020) –More than 16,000 people from 93 nations and all 50 states registered to take on the ninth edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Virtual Running™ (VR™) Series. Rock ‘n’ Roll VR9 gave participants the opportunity to challenge themselves with two different race distances that included...
June 24, 2020
Glyco-Durance™ by F2C Nutrition Celebrates 6 Years
F2C Nutrition is pleased to announce that Glyco-Durance™ the premium fuel for endurance athletes is turning six. After two years of research working with leading scientists to create the optimum race fuel that is quickly absorbed, gentle on the GI system and contains all the necessary electrolytes, CEO and president...
June 24, 2020
Strong Youth Programming and Waste Prevention Efforts Help Earn California International Marathon a Second Gold Level Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport
PORTLAND, June 24, 2020 — The 2019 California International Marathon (CIM) produced by the Sacramento Running Association has earned its second gold level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport (Council), an Oregon-based nonprofit that provides independent verification of the socially and environmentally responsible work that sports event organizers do...