April 8, 2021

Forget Running — Why Walking Is a Big Opportunity for Footwear Brands Right Now

A study conducted in late March by Rockport and First Insight found that over half of Americans (53%) are now walking 1 to 5 miles more each day than they did pre-pandemic. And they seemingly have developed a regular habit, with 36% walking at least 1 to 2 miles and...

April 8, 2021

Lance Armstrong’s son Luke arrested on sexual assault charges

The 21-year-old is accused of assaulting a 16-year-old girl in his father's home in 2018. Cycling News The affidavit, obtained by Texan television station KXAN, says that the then-18-year-old sexually assaulted a 16-year-old after a party in Austin in March of 2018. The girl reported the incident in November 2020, telling...

April 8, 2021

Strong Elite Field set for 18th XTERRA Rotorua Off-Road Tri

The XTERRA Rotorua Festival off-road triathlon elite races this Saturday, April 10, in the enchanting Whakarewarewa Forest have the feel of a cracking, pre-COVID-like showdown with big names in top shape going toe-to-toe on one of the finest XTERRA courses in the world. While outsiders may think it’s hard to...

April 8, 2021

5k Registration Opens for the 2021 Crown City Classic

Coronado, CA – April 8, 2021 – The 48th annual Crown City Classic opened registration for the 5k distance today. One of the best Independence Day themed running events in the United States, the 4th of July tradition annually welcomes over 2,000 athletes to one of San Diego’s most beautiful places to run. The 2021 Crown City Classic...

April 8, 2021

The Fleet Feet Liberty Mile Returns to a Start Line in Downtown Pittsburgh this Summer

PITTSBURGH (April 8, 2021) – Downtown Pittsburgh’s only night time road race will bring runners back downtown for a “night at the races” on July 23, 2021. The one-mile race includes recreational, competitive and professional heats.  The race has been consistently recognized as one of the “The 35 Most Iconic...

April 8, 2021

INFINIT Nutrition Announces 2021 Team INFINIT Elite Roster

Cincinnati, OH, April 8, 2021 – INFINIT Nutrition, the original all-in-one custom sports drink company is pleased to announce its 2021 Team INFINIT Elite roster. Seventeen athletes are returning from the 2020 roster with three new members joining the team for 2021 including Olympian and professional triathlete, Ben Kanute along...

April 8, 2021

Aquasphere Introduces “A Lens For Every Condition” Guide to Educate Swimmers on Ideal Lens Options

VISTA, Calif. (April 8, 2021) – Aquasphere, the premier swimming and triathlon equipment brand and a leader in innovative swim eyewear, introduces "A Lens For Every Condition" guide designed to educate swimmers on their ideal lens options. Sorted by various swimming conditions, from extreme sun or cloudy to overcast, rainy...

April 7, 2021

JBI back online in limited capacity after ransomware attack

Global wholesale distributor JBI was back online in a limited capacity Wednesday after a ransomware attack last week shut down its website. Bicycle Retailer

April 7, 2021

Planet Fitness Expands While Other Gyms Struggle

With 2,124 locations — 95% of which are run independently — Planet Fitness has stayed afloat through the pandemic and is now looking to open 100 new gyms, all while investing in advertising and its app. Front Office Sports

April 7, 2021

adidas’ New Sustainable Ultraboost Sneakers Are Made of Abandoned Fishing Nets

Each shoe is equipped with Primeblue — a high-performance material made partly with Parley ocean plastic, which is spun from upcycled plastic waste collected from beaches and coastal communities.