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June 9, 2022
New Balance is suing Steve Madden over its 327 sneaker imitation
New Balance is taking Steve Madden to court. A complaint filed Tuesday to the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts claims Madden’s Chasen model sneaker from 2020 is a “deliberate knock-off intended to free-ride off the popularity of New Balance’s 327.” Input
June 9, 2022
Here’s why your smart watch isn’t great at prediciting calories burned during a workout
If you are among the majority of Americans who are overweight or just looking to stay fit, you may be counting calories (kcals) in the foods you eat and tracking the number of kcals you burn during exercise. There are several options available for tracking kcals during exercise. High-tech devices...
June 8, 2022
Strava expands gravel riding support with trail route recommendations
With trail sports outpacing the growth of road riding and running, social fitness tracking platform Strava has added new trail activity types including gravel riding and has developed its off-road specific routing features to help riders go exploring on their next adventure. CW
June 8, 2022
U.S. Ports Remain Near Record Volume as Retailers Continue to Grapple With Inventory Challenges
U.S. ports are expected to remain “near record volume,” according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and consulting firm Hackett Associates. The NRF said on Wednesday that the increase in volume is attributed to retailers working to meet “still-strong consumer demand”...
June 8, 2022
Nike is shutting down its Run Club app in China
Nike is deactivating its Run Club app in China, becoming the latest Western company to reconfigure its business in the world's second largest economy. In a statement to CNN Business, a Nike (NKE) spokesperson said that it would roll out a "localized" platform for Chinese runners in future, and continue...
June 8, 2022
Porsche buys out eBike OEM Fazua
Porsche has announced that it has exercised the option to fully acquire the Fazua business, having earlier taken a 20% stake with the option to fully acquire the eBike systems maker. Cycling Industry
June 7, 2022
How Do Men And Women Differ In Post-Ultra Physiological Responses?
After ultramarathons, the body undergoes numerous physiological changes. A wonderful new study examined how those changes vary across athletes. While there are many similarities, the variance between men and women points toward very cool ideas for future physiology studies and training theory. Trail Runner Mag
June 7, 2022
Kaitlin Armstrong, wanted in Moriah Wilson murder, last seen in New Jersey
Police upgrade the investigation to 'major case status' and are offering up to $5,000 as reward. Officials from the U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force said Armstrong was dropped off at the Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on May 18, a day after Austin police obtained a...
June 7, 2022
Let’s Do This backed by Usain Bolt and Serena Williams gets $60M to bring endurance sports events to everyone
Let’s Do This, the online marketplace that makes it easy for people to find, book and prepare for endurance sports events such as running, triathlon, cycling and obstacle experiences around the world has just announced raising $60M in its concluded Series B funding round. The platform is quickly gaining recognition,...
June 6, 2022
Peloton Appoints CFO
Peloton Interactive, Inc. announced it had appointed Liz Coddington as chief financial officer, effective June 13, 2022. Coddington brings more than 20 years of experience in financial planning, analysis and operational finance. She succeeds Jill Woodworth, who stepped down as the company’s CFO. SGB Media