BUSINESS NEWS
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March 24, 2020
Final Surge Announces New Virtual Racing Service with Free Entry into Virtual 5K
Raleigh, NC – March 24, 2020 – Final Surge is announcing it’s new Virtual Racing service by giving free entry into the Final Surge Virtual 5K. The race takes place this week on any day between Monday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 29th. All finishers will be entered into a...
March 24, 2020
New Name, Same Great Race: The Great Pumpkin Run Undergoes Name Change
NEW YORK - The popular, award-winning fall race formerly known as The Great Pumpkin Run has undergone a name change for the 2020 fall race season. Coming off a successful, 20 race season, including a Virtual Run that had over 18,000 participants, the family-friendly 5K is now Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run,...
March 23, 2020
Peloton temporarily suspends sales and deliveries of its treadmill
Peloton announced that it will temporarily suspend the sale and delivery of its Tread, a treadmill with a touchscreen to stream live and on-demand classes, because the size of the machine is too big to deliver to customers while attempting to maintain physical distance during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Sales of its...
March 23, 2020
Race Roster introduces a free innovative virtual event toolkit to support industry professionals during this challenging time
London, ON - In response to the impact of COVID-19 on the global running community, Race Roster has developed a free virtual event toolkit to aid the cancellation and postponement processes of beloved running events. “In times of uncertainty, movement helps. Race Roster’s commitment is to drive well-being and support...
March 23, 2020
Orucase to produce face masks for COVID-19 battle
San Diego, CA—Orucase announces they have begun production on protective face marks to help tackle supply gaps for important protective articles. Like many other companies across different industries, Orucase has pivoted to help provided needed PPE gear to help battle the COVID-19 pandemic. Orucase, known for their innovative and award-winning...
March 23, 2020
VirtualSportsRacing.com and Wilson Endurance Sports LLC announce the World’s First Virtual Duathlon
Dallas, TX – March 23, 2020 – VirtualSportsRacing.com and Wilson Endurance Sports LLC, today announced the world’s first virtual duathlon, for beginners and experienced athletes alike, who are looking for a virtual challenge to stay healthy and competitive in this time of crisis. The international event, which is the world’s...
March 22, 2020
Race Against the Pros in ROUVY’s “Real Spring Classics” – 5-day Digital Race Series for Amateur and Professional Cyclists
March 22, 2020 - With over €1,000 of Prize Money up for grabs, professional and amateur cyclists alike will be competing virtually on real-life race courses of the canceled events. The racing scene is quiet lately with the cancellation of many events due to COVID-19 so ROUVY provides a feasible...
March 20, 2020
Marmot Announces Attendance Of Grassroots Connect
Rohnert Park, Calif. – March 20, 2020 – Marmot® is proud to announce its participation in the 2020 Grassroots Connect show taking place in Knoxville, Tennessee this June. The show, organized by the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, supports Marmot’s commitment to outdoor specialty dealers and the overall growth of the outdoor...
March 20, 2020
BASE Designs enters year 4 of exclusive partnership with Team Challenge
Boulder, CO, 20 March, 2020. BASE Designs is proud to be entering its 4th year of partnership with Team Challenge, Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. BASE Designs is able to offer high quality gear, at an affordable price, which enables the society to continue providing much needed funds towards research and cures...
March 20, 2020
Series Solutions Offers Affected Races Easy Shipping and Fulfillment Solutions for Virtual Races
Los Angeles - Series Solutions, a technology group formed to support event organizers, is offering shipping and fulfillment solutions for live events cancelled or affected by COVID-19 pandemic. Providing event organizers with an all-encompassing plan for transitioning to a virtual race and offering a full suite of shipping, fulfillment &...