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January 14, 2021
2021 Jack’s Generic Triathlon Opens Registration
AUSTIN, Texas, January 14, 2021 -- Registration is open for 2021 Jack’s Generic Triathlon, also known as JGT. It’s one of the longest-standing triathlons in Central Texas and will celebrate its 18th anniversary at Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park in northeast Austin. JGT is produced by High Five Events and...
January 13, 2021
Big 5 Q4 Comparable Sales Jump 10.5%
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation reported sales results for the fiscal 2020 fourth quarter and full year ended January 3, 2021. Net sales were $290.5 million compared to net sales of $244.1 million for the 13-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. Same store sales increased 10.5% for the fourth quarter...
January 13, 2021
The science behind the runner’s high
Recent research suggests endorphins may not be behind the mood-boosting effects of running. Canadian Running
January 13, 2021
Lights & helmets that talk to cars? Trek & Specialized get closer w/ B2V prototypes
Still in the prototype phase, but Trek and Specialized have come up with intriguing prototypes that include B2V integration. Trek is working on a prototype Flare RT+B2V tail light, while Specialized is working on integrating the technology into their Ride App and ANGi helmet impact monitors. BikeRumor!
January 13, 2021
Muncie, Indiana to Host Full-Distance IRONMAN Triathlon in 2021
MUNCIE, Ind. / TAMPA, Fla. (January 13, 2021) – Following the sellout of all 12 full-distance IRONMAN® triathlons across the United States and Canada in 2021, The IRONMAN Group today announced the addition of a new full-distance IRONMAN triathlon that will take place in the long-standing IRONMAN partner city of...
January 13, 2021
Elite Paratriathlete Joel Rosinbum Elected President of USA Triathlon Board of Directors
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— Elite paratriathlete Joel Rosinbum was today announced as the newest USA Triathlon Board of Directors President, following the Board’s 2021 officer elections. Rosinbum is the first paratriathlete in USA Triathlon’s history to be elected to the position. Kevin Haas, a Board member since 2013 and Treasurer from...
January 13, 2021
Zwift Named As A Top Place To Work By Built In LA
(January 13, 2021 - Long Beach, CA) - Zwift, the global online training platform, has today been awarded a top ten position on Built in LA’s 100 Best Places to Work in Los Angeles for 2021. Zwift is heavily invested in their people and in the experience they bring to their...
January 13, 2021
Cycle Force Group Now Shipping Expanded Joey Kid’s Bike Line-up
Ames, Iowa: Joey Bikes, a dedicated children’s bike brand of Cycle Force Group, has released an expanded line up of kids’ bikes for 2021, which are in stock and ready to ship. The new models include new 8-speed geared options as well as a lower price point line of 12”,...
January 13, 2021
Storied La Ruta Mountain Bike Race Sells Out Field for 2021 Event
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA (January 13, 2021) - Following the first cancelation in its 28-year history, organizers of the La Ruta mountain bike stage race have announced that the 2021 event, scheduled to take place November 4-6, 2021, is sold out. This marks the first sellout for La Ruta in...
January 13, 2021
Renowned Miami Marathon Set for Virtual Execution in 2021 – #VirtuallyMiamiFamous
MIAMI, Fla., Jan. 13, 2021 — With thousands already registered and only a few spots remaining, #VirtuallyMiamiFamous, the first-ever digital experience of the Life Time Miami Marathon and Half Marathon presented by cbdMD, has proven to be popular with runners as they kick off the New Year. Participants can complete...