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April 10, 2021
Race Roster Continues Support for Running Industry, Returns as Title Sponsor for 2022 and 2023 Running USA Conference
(April 10, 2021) - Race Roster, a trusted technology partner for thousands of endurance events, will continue its support of the Running USA Industry Conference, the leading education and networking event for running event professionals in North America. The 2022 Running USA Industry Conference will be held in-person in February...
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April 9, 2021
Arkansas cycling industry responds to trans legislation
BRAIN has reached out to several industry members based in Arkansas for their take on the recent state legislation regarding transgender people. Bicycle Retailer
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April 9, 2021
Boston Marathon runners may have to produce negative virus tests
Participants in this year’s Boston Marathon may be required to show proof of up to two negative COVID-19 tests before the race even if they have been vaccinated. Boston.com
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April 9, 2021
February bike imports continue surge
The U.S. brought in 1.38 million bikes in the month, worth $119 million. That's 74% more bikes than in February 2020 and 26% more in value, according to import statistics released by the Department of Commerce this week. Bicycle Retailer
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April 9, 2021
Athletic Brewing Expands Partnership with Spartan into Canada and the UK
BOSTON, Mass. – Leading nonalcoholic craft brewer, Athletic Brewing, has renewed its partnership with Spartan®, maintaining its designation as the “Official Nonalcoholic Beverage” of the world’s leading endurance sports and wellness brand. The multi-year renewal agreement also sees the partnership expand beyond the US, into Spartan race markets in Canada...
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April 9, 2021
RunSignup Launches RaceDay Photos V2.0 Advancement
April 9, 2021 – Moorestown, NJ – GiveSignup | RunSignup announces RaceDay Photos V2.0 now with an artificial intelligence optimized bib tag recognition system. As part of RaceDay Photos V2.0 release, RunSignup has integrated with Tagily, a powerful bib tag recognition system crafted specifically around the unique needs of outdoor...
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April 8, 2021
Louis Garneau hopes to go public in 2 years, with assistance from e-bikes
Just a few months after emerging from Canada's equivalent to Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Louis Garneau Sports' president said his goal is to take the company public in two years. He's planning on e-bike sales providing a boost toward that goal. Bicycle Retailer
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April 8, 2021
The Boston Marathon will add an additional $25 COVID-19 fee for in-person runners this year.
The Boston Athletic Association said the additional fee will cover “additional precautions focused on the health and safety of participants, volunteers, vendors, staff, community members, and the general public.” CBSN
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April 8, 2021
Vibram Announced Executive Leadership Changes
Eric Rosen, a 20-year veteran of the brand, will retire in April, and in conjunction with his departure, Vibram announces changes to its senior management team. SGB Media
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April 8, 2021
The Shoes You Can Subscribe To
On Running, a shoe company affiliated with Roger Federer, is carving out a unique space among runners with a shoe you can swap out for a new pair whenever they get too run-down. Its new shoe, the Cyclon, is recyclable and made from castor beans. Castor oil, long used for medicinal...
