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July 22, 2020
Inside the Pikes Peak Apex’s plan to race during the coronavirus pandemic
Pikes Peak Apex organizers in Colorado Springs reveal their game plan to hold the mass-participant mountain bike stage race amid the coronavirus pandemic. The key, they say, is thinning masses of participants throughout the event - no pre- or post-race celebrations, no crowds around feed stations, a video conference pre-race...
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July 22, 2020
Runners face potential contract reductions for failing to race in 2020
While many runners are taking this season to explore some new running distances, only a few are completing three or more in a day. Educated members of the running community speculated that this unorthodox compilation of events and times is to fulfill athlete contracts, which can stipulate that runners must...
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July 21, 2020
New York Road Runners lays off 11 percent of its workforce
New York Road Runners, the nation’s largest nonprofit running association, announced on July 21 that it is laying off 11 percent of its workforce and furloughing another 28 percent, as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the running industry. The moves affect 91 of the organization’s 229 employees—65 were furloughed and 26...
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July 21, 2020
Women’s pro racing returns this week with three punishing Spanish races
The women's peloton returns to the start line in Spain this week after four months of a dramatically different off-season. Read more on VeloNews.
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July 21, 2020
A Return to No-Frills Racing
It’s high time to return to no-frills racing. But how? Here is a practical guide to organizing your own DIY race without the bells or whistles — and a memorable example of one. Read more on Podium Runner.
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July 17, 2020
How to Pitch and Freelance for Outside Magazine
The publisher of stories about adventure sports, gear, travel, fitness, health, culture, and the environment is always on the lookout for reporting, essays, service pieces, and cultural criticism focused on the outdoor world. If you want to be part of their team, read more on Outside.
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July 17, 2020
Brooks Panel Sees Soul Runners Making Running Stickier
The recent surge in running activity across the U.S. is driven by runners seeking stress relief after their lives were jolted by COVID-19. Fortunately, this new group of “soul runners” is expected to be more dedicated, making running a continuous part of their lives. Read more on SGBMedia.
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July 17, 2020
Fox drops offer to acquire Mavic, but about 13 potential buyers remain
The thirteen other groups include include several with ties to the bike industry. The Badger is still in the hunt, but French administrators will decide on the winning bid this month. Read more on Bicycle Retailer.
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July 16, 2020
A New Theory on Exercise’s Anti-Cancer Effect
The ability to sustain a high rate of energy burn for a prolonged period of time may help ward off cancer, according to a new study. Read more on Outside.
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July 16, 2020
Cancelled Marathons Spark Innovative Fundraising
The cancellations of marathons have hit many nonprofit organizations hard, since marathons served as a major source of funding. As nonprofit orgs try to fill the gaps of lost funds, fundraisers are getting creative and thinking of alternative approaches. Read more on NPQ.
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