July 1, 2020

Sea Otter Classic cancels 2020 edition, plans virtual experience

The Sea Otter Classic has canceled its October 1-4 event and is instead planning a virtual experience that includes product launches and cycling challenges. Read about it on VeloNews.

July 1, 2020

Giro d’Italia to enforce spectator social distancing with sound emitting wristbands

The Giro d'Italia plans to oblige stage finish spectators to wear wristbands that emit a sound when social distancing is breached as part of a series of measures and protocols to secure the go-ahead for the three-week Grand Tour from the Italian government.  Read about it on Cycling News.

July 1, 2020

2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference Going Virtual

BOULDER, Colo. (July 1, 2020) — The 2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC), which had been rescheduled to Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, will move to an online interactive “Virtual BLC” due to COVID-19. The Virtual BLC will provide inspirational keynotes, powerful ideas and the latest data to help bike industry...

July 1, 2020

University of Denver Becomes First NCAA Division I Program in Colorado to Add Women’s Triathlon as Varsity Sport

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon, along with Karlton Creech, University of Denver Vice Chancellor for Athletics, Recreation and Ritchie Center Operations, today announced that the University of Denver will add women’s triathlon to its varsity sport offerings. The school is the 37th in the nation, the second in Colorado and...

July 1, 2020

Global Sports Brand, Decathlon, Unveils Innovative 2 Seconds Easy Tent

San Francisco, Calif. (July 1, 2020) — Today, Decathlon, the world’s largest sporting goods retailer, announced the launch of the new 2 Seconds Easy Tent — a groundbreaking, state-of-the-art, easy-to-pitch tent designed to make the outdoors more accessible to everyone. With its new compact design and patented setup and breakdown...

July 1, 2020

Mountain Hardwear and American Mountain Guides Association Announce LGBTQIA2S+ Climbing Instructor Course

Richmond, Calif. (Julio 2, 2020)- Mountain Hardwear, in collaboration with American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) and guidance from Lila Leatherman at Lamella Consulting has announced a three-day climbing course instructed by and in celebration of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. AMGA has offered the Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) rock climbing courses since...

July 1, 2020

First Descents Launches Nationwide Virtual ‘Out Living It Relay’ Race

Denver (July 1, 2020)– First Descents, the non-profit that offers life-changing outdoor experiences to young adults living with cancer and MS, is hosting a virtual race this month to get more people Out Living It during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Out Living It Relay is a small group race that...

July 1, 2020

Hyland’s Powered Announces 2020-2021 Ambassador Team

LOS ANGELES – July 1, 2020 –Hyland’s, a century-old leader in products to support a healthy, active lifestyle, has announced the 2020-2021 Hyland’s Powered Ambassador Team. A total of 63 diverse athletes from all over the United States have been chosen to represent the Hyland’s Powered brand. While Hyland’s Powered is perhaps...

July 1, 2020

Steelers Run and Walk Celebrates Steelers Nation with this Year’s Virtual Event

PITTSBURGH, PA (July 1, 2020) – The Steelers Run and Walk, presented by Gatorade, opened registration to Steelers Nation worldwide for this year’s virtual 5K event, which begins on Aug. 17 and will conclude on Sept. 14, when the team opens the regular season at the New York Giants on...

July 1, 2020

Title Nine Announces Third Annual Movers and Makers Pitchfest

Emeryville, Calif, July 1, 2020 - Title Nine, the adventure and outdoor apparel retailer that encourages women to risk, lead and own, is proud to announce its third-annual Movers and Makers Pitchfest. The Pitchfest is a campaign to find entrepreneurial women who want to pitch their brand, tell their story,...