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January 7, 2021
Ironman Organizers Get Win In COVID-19 Cancelation Suit
A Florida judge on Thursday ended a proposed class suit accusing the company behind Ironman triathlons of not refunding fees for races canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, ruling that the "no refunds" clause of the participant contract is both clear and not unconscionable. Law360
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January 7, 2021
New AI ‘smart’ cycling shorts equipped with sensors and wires that emit electrical currents into rider’s muscles to improve performance
While technology had previously been used to enhance other areas of cycling equipment, riding shorts have remained largely unchanged. The company also plans to utilise the same technology for other activities too, such as for runners and gym-goers. Daily Mail
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January 7, 2021
Pro Triathlete Braden Currie Joins Forces With Felt Bicycles For Three Seasons
Rancho Santa Margarita, California (January 7, 2021) — Felt Bicycles is excited to announce that professional triathlete Braden Currie will partner with the Southern California brand for the next three racing seasons. Currie, who hails from New Zealand, has become a regular presence near the front of many a race...
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January 7, 2021
2021 Spartan Trail World Championship announced with new format and events reaching the global trail running community
BOSTON (January 7, 2021)– Spartan, the world’s leading endurance sports and wellness brand, has stepped up to the trail running world in a complicated year. Having cancelled its inaugural season as a result of the global pandemic, the Spartan Trail World Championship kicks-off with some of the most prestigious races...
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January 7, 2021
Super League Triathlon appoints Sport Collective GV6 to develop commercial strategy roll out
Super League Triathlon, the world’s premier elite swim-bike-run series, has appointed Sport Collective GV6 to support the development and implementation of its commercial strategy. Super League Triathlon pitches the very best athletes against each other in quick and exciting race formats in destinations across the globe. It’s game-changing race formats have...
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January 7, 2021
UTMB® Mont-Blanc: registration is open
Everything’s ready for the 18th edition of the UTMB® Mont-Blanc. Registration will open in January, and will take place over 3 phases. This is the moment where runners and organization start preparing for the new edition of the event. After the cancellation of the 2020 UTMB® Mont-Blanc, the whole community...
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January 7, 2021
Liv Cycling Debuts as Exclusive Title Sponsor for New Liv Racing Women’s WorldTeam and Unveils Kit for 2021
OOSTERHOUT (the Netherlands) – Jan. 7, 2021 – The Liv Racing Women’s WorldTeam, formerly CCC-Liv, will unveil its new team kit to the public for the first time on Sunday, January 10 when new team member Lotte Kopecky competes in the Belgian Cyclocross Championship. The UCI Women's WorldTeam, with Liv...
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January 7, 2021
United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy Launches First Ever Ultrarunning Coach Certification
Highlands Ranch, CO – January 7, 2021 – United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy (UESCA), in partnership with renowned ultrarunning coach and author, Jason Koop has developed the first ever ultrarunning coach certification. The certification launched on 1/1/21 and is 100% online, including the testing. As a leader in endurance sports...
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January 7, 2021
B.O.A. Begins Year with Strategic New Hires
B.O.A. (Brea, CA), known for its cheeky print running shorts, is kicking off 2021 optimistically with two new strategic positions. Louise Chan, Activewear Designer, has experience in high fashion, athleisure, and sports apparel design. She’s prepared to refresh the product range with style and function. Christy Slye, EVP Sales &...
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January 6, 2021
Emerald Acquires Company Behind Elastic Suite
Emerald, the parent company of Surf Expo and Outdoor Retailer announced that it has acquired PlumRiver, the company behind Elastic Suite, a digital B2B platform for a total purchase price at closing $34 million, including $30 million in cash and the rest in stock. Shop Eat Surf