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September 15, 2020
Introducing Fitbit auto-sync for Virtual Events and Challenges
More and more users prefer our automatic sync options from Garmin and Strava over manual entry. This is why we now released native integration with Fitbit. Using the Fitbit auto-sync option each activity, which is tracked with a Fitbit tracker or watch, is automatically synced with the sodisp platform. From...
September 15, 2020
Adaptive Athletes Attempt Historic Ride Through Grueling Idaho Terrain
BOISE, Idaho (September 15, 2020) – For the first time in race history, athletes with permanent physical disabilities attempted the Smoke ‘n Fire mountain bike race, taking on more than 420 miles of self-supported bikepacking throughout Idaho, September 9-13. The team was comprised of Willie Stewart, an above-the-elbow amputee; Andre...
September 15, 2020
Mammut Joins Forces With Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
(Williston, VT) Sept. 15, 2020 -- Mammut, a leading Swiss-born premium outdoor brand with over a century and a half of experience in mountain safety and outdoor activity, is honored to announce a partnership as the official Uniform partner for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR). Mammut has deep roots in...
September 15, 2020
Liv Cycling Introduces Intrigue Advanced Pro 29
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) – Liv Cycling, the company dedicated to getting more women on bikes, today introduced its new Intrigue Advanced Pro 29 trail bike featuring an Advanced-Grade Composite frame, suspension tuned specifically for women by women, 29-inch wheels and flip chip adjustable frame geometry. The Intrigue...
September 15, 2020
US Trail Running Conference announces Vic Thasiah as keynote speaker
Estes Park, CO – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference has announced that Vic Thasiah, Executive Director of Runners for Public Lands, will be the keynote speaker at the industry-leading event in October. Runners for Public Lands is building an inclusive community around running, and protecting...
September 15, 2020
The Trans-Texas Virtual Run Raises Over $16,000 for the Tarahumara Community Affected by COVID-19
Houston, Texas (September 15, 2020) – Trail Racing Over Texas (TROT), the largest trail racing company in Texas and host of The Trans-Texas Virtual Run has raised over $16,000 for its nonprofit charity partner, True Messages, to help the Tarahumara of Northern Mexico as they wrestle with the Novel Coronavirus....
September 15, 2020
Crafted Energy Expands Distribution Network Through Partnership With Downeast Bicycle Specialists
PHOENIX, Ariz. - Crafted Energy, a premiere functional energy bar brand based out of Phoenix, Arizona, has announced a partnership with Downeast Bicycle Specialists, a leading bike parts and accessories distributor and a subsidiary of the Hans Johnsen Company, increasing distribution channels to more easily reach consumers in the cycling...
September 15, 2020
Austin Pole Vault and Starky’s FA.S.T. Camp Unite to Support Military Athletes
US Military Endurance Sports (USMES) Boulder, CO – Sept 15, 2020 – Austin Pole Vault and Throw co-founder Brandon Frye first met Andrew “Starky” Starykowicz when the Frye family provided host housing for CapTex Tri. “I brought my wife and three girls to watch Andrew race,” said Frye, “and the...
September 15, 2020
athleteReg expands virtual challenge leaderboard showcasing achievements
Easthampton, MA — As the endurance space continues to evolve, virtual challenges have become the latest standard. With that, athleteReg is excited to introduce another addition to virtual challenges: interactive leaderboards. Building on an already engaging platform, challenge achievements have been given increased real estate allowing participants to see how...
September 14, 2020
PepsiCo to launch drink to aid sleep as consumers struggle with stress
Pepsi employees came up with an idea for a beverage to help consumers de-stress and relax before bed as part of an internal competition started last year. Driftwell is an enhanced water drink that contains 200 miligrams of L-theanine and 10% of the daily value of magnesium. Read more on...