June 27, 2024

La Sportiva Launches the Prodigio Pro, A Supershoe for the Mountains

BOULDER, Colo. (Jun 27, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ -  La Sportiva, makers of the world's finest mountain gear, today announced their Spring 2025 footwear line. The collection is highlighted by the Prodigio Pro, the most cushioned and responsive trail running shoe the brand has made to date. The Italian brand is...

June 27, 2024

72-year-old runner receives three-year doping ban for multiple substances

If you think you’ve seen it all in running, think again. On Wednesday, the men’s 70+ one-mile American record holder, Robert Qualls of Reno, Nev., was suspended for three years for violating U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) rules after testing positive for multiple prohibited substances. Qualls is a renowned age-group runner, having won...

June 27, 2024

Two Adidas employees out in China corruption probe

Two employees have left Adidas as a result of an ongoing investigation by the German sportswear brand into allegations of corruption in China. Adidas said last week that it was investigating “compliance violations” in China, a key market for its sportswear, after Chinese state media reported that the company’s executives in the country had been accused of embezzling...

June 27, 2024

Verge Launches Tour de Verge Contest to Celebrate Tour de France Debut with Intermarché-Wanty

NEW YORK, June 27th 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Verge, the innovative leader in custom cycling apparel, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Tour de Verge contest, celebrating our first-ever appearance in the Tour de France with our sponsored team, Intermarché-Wanty. This milestone marks a significant achievement for Verge, showcasing...

June 27, 2024

Competitive Cyclist Named Official U.S. Retailer for A.S.O. Tour de France Products

PARK CITY, Utah (June 27, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Competitive Cyclist, the premier online retailer for premium cycling gear and apparel, proudly announced its partnership with Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.) as the only official U.S. retailer for this year's Tour de France products. The distinguished collaboration underscores Competitive Cyclist’s commitment to...

June 27, 2024

HeroAid Named Official Sports Drink Partner And Finish Line Beverage Of Spartan Race For The 2024 Season

[Boston, MA 06/27/2024] /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - HeroAid, one of the leading premium hydration beverages, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Spartan Race as the Official Sports Drink and Finish Line Beverage Partner for the 2024 season. This strategic collaboration brings together two forces committed to promoting an active lifestyle,...

June 26, 2024

UCI warns cheaters “it is impossible to slip through the net” as new inspection tool set to be used at Tour de France to combat motor doping

The UCI has warned any rider attempting to race with a hidden motor in their bike during the Tour de France that it is “impossible to slip through the net”, as cycling’s governing body announced that a new unspecified inspection tool will be used during the race to combat any...

June 26, 2024

Love on the run: how one Toronto runner is redefining modern dating

Conrad Wong, a Toronto-based marathoner and entrepreneur, noticed a lot of people are not having success on dating apps. Now, he’s using his platform, ToDoToronto—a social media page known for fun and affordable city activities—to tap into this trend with his innovative singles run club event. Canadian Running

June 26, 2024

GFNY Lourdes Tourmalet won by Mexican and South African

New York City, June 26, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ The famous pilgrimage town of Lourdes hosted the third edition of GFNY Lourdes Tourmalet this past Sunday. The racecourse was 157 km long with an elevation gain of 4064 m and included the legendary Pyrenées climbs Col d’Aspin and Col du Tourmalet....

June 26, 2024

IRONMAN 70.3 Les Sables d’Olonne-Vendée Plays Host to the Tenth Stop in the IRONMAN Pro Series on Saturday June 29

- The IRONMAN Pro Series™ returns to Europe this weekend, and will see a high caliber field of professional triathletes converge in Les Sables d’Olonne to fight for a piece of the $50,000 total event pro prize purse and a maximum of 2,500 points towards IRONMAN Pro Series Standings -...