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December 28, 2020
Echelon Fitness Raises $65 Million
The financing is led by Goldman Sachs Growth, along with participation from existing investor, North Castle Partners. Echelon produces over 30 live classes daily and offers a library of nearly 5,000 on-demand, led by its team of trainers. SGB Media
December 28, 2020
ReSport offers $350 Special for 2021 Virtual Events
Realtime Experience Sport (ReSport), a platform for advanced virtual races and challenges, mapping, registration, results, and race tracking systems, announces a year-end special for organizations that would like to hold a virtual event in 2021. All orders placed before January 15 cost $350 for events up to 1,000 participants, with...
December 27, 2020
Yes, Walking Is Sometimes Faster than Running Uphill
Top trail runners mix running and walking on steep terrain, but even scientists aren’t sure how to choose which is better. Outside
December 27, 2020
Covid-19: Concerns over ‘insane’ mass start at Cornwall half-marathon
The Indian Queens Half Marathon held on Sunday in Cornwall did not feature a staggered start as recommended by Covid-19 safety advice. Although promised, apparently, the staggered start did not happen when an insane mass start of around 250 runners congregated for the half-marathon. BBC News
December 26, 2020
The US wasn’t equipped for 2020’s cycling boom. Its failures stem from a century of leaving bikes behind.
When COVID-19 hit last spring, transportation departments began designating temporary bike lanes to accommodate a pandemic-era surge in cycling. Although the pandemic highlighted some cities' ability to innovate, it also forced the US' longstanding lack of good biking infrastructure into the spotlight. yahoo!news
December 23, 2020
Dawna Stone Named CEO of Running USA
(Dec. 23, 2020) – Running USA, the leading trade association for the running industry, announced today that Dawna Stone has been hired as the organization’s fourth CEO in its 22-year history. Stone is a mom of two, the author of ten books, a certified health coach, motivational speaker and successful...
December 23, 2020
Kane Footwear Names Purple Orange Brand Communications as Public Relations Agency of Record
Westport, CT — Kane Footwear, a new name in active recovery footwear, is pleased to announce a partnership with Purple Orange Brand Communications to oversee all PR efforts on behalf of the brand. Kane’s flagship slip-on shoe, the Revive, will launch on February 2, 2020 and is the company’s first...
December 23, 2020
Sasquatch Racing to Host Their Next Virtual Running Adventure: The Great Sasquatch Road Trip
San Francisco, CA (December 23, 2020) – Sasquatch Racing, the production company behind The Sasquatch Scramble, The Rattlesnake Ramble, and The Krampus Cross Country 5K/10K (& Brewfest) is rolling out their second “Virtual 2.0” event, The Great Sasquatch Road Trip. This virtual running adventure starts on January 11, 2021. “The Great Sasquatch...
December 22, 2020
Ex-employee sues Specialized for wrongful dismissal, alleges sexual harassment
The graphic designer is charging that she was terminated in violation of federal and state civil rights and employment laws, claiming she endured a hostile work environment where women were treated as less competent than men and as sexual playthings for upper management. Bicycle Retailer
December 22, 2020
Triple Bypass Ride and Mt. Evans Hill Climb Join the Gran Fondo National Series as Partner Events in 2021
EVERGREEN, COLO, Dec. 22nd 2020 — Two legendary Colorado-based cycling events (The Triple Bypass Ride and the Bob Cook Memorial / Mt. Evans Hill Climb) will have “partner status” with the Colnago Gran Fondo National Series for the 2021 season. Both events are offering the opportunity to earn Gran Fondo...