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September 9, 2022
Oofos Receives Investment From Derek Carr
Las Vegas Raiders Quarterback, Derek Carr, has invested in the recovery footwear maker Oofos as part of a multi-year partnership that also sees Carr as a brand ambassador. SGB
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September 8, 2022
Boston Marathon principal sponsor John Hancock not renewing deal after 2023
Insurance firm John Hancock has confirmed it will not be renewing its principal sponsorship agreement with the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) for the Boston Marathon. The Boston-based company has been an official partner of the race since 1986, with the 37-year-old deal now set to expire after the 2023 marathon....
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September 7, 2022
Here is the New Apple Watch Ultra – Built for Athletes and Adventurers
Apple announced their new Apple Watch Series 8 but they also unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra. Here is a look at some of these features that set it way above the regular Apple Watch to go after Garmin and COROS. RWM
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September 7, 2022
Meta shows a very Zwift-like cycling metaverse concept
If you’ve ever wondered if (or when) Zwift will finally jump into the metaverse to create a truly immersive 360°cycling experience, well, you’re not alone. But Meta (the artist formerly known as Facebook) might just beat them (or drag them into it). Bike Rumor
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September 6, 2022
73-year-old cyclist caught for motor doping in France
A 73-year-old cyclist has admitted to motor doping at the 12th edition of the hill climb time trial event, the Col du Benas, in France. It didn’t take long for the organizers to realize something was up when they noticed the rider had finished in 16th up the tough ascent,...
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September 6, 2022
Snapchat teases new augmented-reality running glasses
Snapchat has released a video teasing a few new updates on their augmented-reality (AR) glasses called “Spectacles,” with images and a video of users wearing the glasses on the track and while running. According to tech website UploadVR, these glasses will allow you to see and train with virtual training...
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September 2, 2022
USA Triathlon Has Its Eyes on Rowing
For the next three years, coaches from USA Triathlon and Hydrow will be studying the effects of rowing on a triathlete’s training in an immersive, extensive research pilot called the Hydrow Transformation Program. Team USA
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September 1, 2022
Lululemon Shares Soar After Earnings and Revenue Beat in Q2
The Vancouver, British Columbia-based athleisure brand Lululemon reported that second quarter net revenues increased 29% to $1.9 billion versus an expected $1.77 billion. In North America, revenues increased 28%. Adjusted diluted earnings per share were $2.20 compared to $1.86 expected. Same store sales were up 23%. FN
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September 1, 2022
QBP lays off about 50 employees company wide
Quality Bicycle Products reduced its U.S. workforce by 6% on Wednesday, cutting jobs across all departments at its U.S. facilities. The company said its U.S. and Canadian distribution centers remain fully operational. Bicycle Retailer
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September 1, 2022
Inside the Secret World of Triathlon Referees
Triathlon referees, or “course marshals” as they’re formally titled, are present during every leg of the race for high-profile races (think: races with pros or world championship-level races), but most age-groupers are only aware of them during the bike portion. Course marshals are most noticeable during the bike leg as...