April 29, 2021

The Startup that Makes Fitness a Video Game

The gaming craze and at-home fitness come together in Ergatta’s rowing machine. The connected rowing company gamifies workouts, with its machine effectively acting as a controller, allowing people to race and compete on a screen as they work out. Front Office Sports

April 29, 2021

100% Introduces the SP21 MTB Gear Collection

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 29, 2021 – Once again, 100% is pushing the boundaries of technical mountain-bike riding apparel with the launch of the Spring 2021 Collection. This modern-day disruptive collection intentionally balances function and design. Leading off the 2021 collection is the all-new R-Core Concept. When paired with...

April 29, 2021

2021 IRONMAN North American Season Kicks Off Following Successful Events in Texas and Florida; Intermountain Healthcare IRONMAN 70.3 North American Championship in St. George, Utah Set for this Weekend

TAMPA, Fla. (April 29, 2021) – The 2021 IRONMAN® North American season is officially underway following the successful kick off with IRONMAN 70.3® Texas in Galveston on April 11 and IRONMAN 70.3 Florida in Haines City on April 18, and continues with this weekend’s Intermountain Healthcare IRONMAN 70.3 North American Championship in...

April 29, 2021

Shimano bike division rides ‘wave of COVID’ to 76% sales growth in Q1

Shimano sales in its bike division were up 76.3% in the first quarter, compared to the same period last year; operating income in the division was up 170%. Net sales for the quarter were 103,757 million yen ($952 million) in the bike division, and operating income was 27,730 million yen....

April 29, 2021

Tread Labs High Performance Insole: Re-engineered and Back in Stock

WOBURN, Mass. -- Dash, Tread Labs’ high-performance insole with 100% carbon fiber arch supports are back. After working with elite cyclists and other competitive athletes, Tread Labs has re-engineered the insoles to be firmer, stronger, and more supportive. The 1.25mm thin carbon fiber arch support makes Dash the thinnest and lightest...

April 29, 2021

Tour of Utah to Return in 2022 with Medalist Sports

The Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah has entered into a licensing agreement with Medalist Sports to operate the professional cycling stage race and the Tour of Utah Ultimate Challenge, a non-competitive gran-fondo-style endurance event for amateur riders. Also, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, both events are postponed in 2021, with...

April 29, 2021

British Cycling joins social media boycott to protest online abuse towards athletes

Organisations from across the sporting world are banding together this weekend to fall silent on social media, to raise awareness of online racism and abuse directed towards professional sportspeople.  Cycling Weekly

April 29, 2021

U.S. Police & Fire Championships Announces Virtual 5k/10k

SAN DIEGO – April 29, 2021 – The 2021 United States Police & Fire Championships (USPFC) are going virtual. At least partially. What began 55 years ago as the “California Police Olympics,” the USPFC are celebrating Public Safety and First Responders and planning for a mix of live and virtual athletic...

April 29, 2021

April 29, 2021 Newsletter – Athletes to be tested daily for COVID-19 at Olympics

EDITOR'S PICKS Garmin’s Q1 Revenues Advance 25 Percent. Garmin Ltd. reported sales grew 25% in the first quarter ended March 27, led by gains of 38% in its Fitness segment, 46% in Outdoor and 28% in its Marine segment. Total revenue of $1.07 billion, a 25% increase over the prior-year quarter...

April 29, 2021

Challenged Athletes Foundation Hosts Virtual 2021 Heroes of Sport Celebration With Surprise Moments Featuring Professional Athletes

WHAT: On Thursday, April 29th, viewers around the world will have the opportunity to tune in online for the Challenged Athletes Foundation 2021 Heroes of Sport Celebration on Facebook, Instagram and You Tube. Viewers will experience firsthand how physically challenged athletes become stronger through sport. Several surprise moments will be...