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March 14, 2024
Inside Brooks’ CEO Transition: How Company Vet Dan Sheridan Plans to Engage New Consumers, Tackle New Markets
With Jim Weber‘s upcoming departure from Brooks, incoming chief executive officer Dan Sheridan has some big shoes to fill. The running industry — Weber included — believes the exec is the right person for the job. On March 12, Brooks announced that Weber was stepping down as CEO after 23 years. Sheridan, currently the Brooks president and chief operating...
March 14, 2024
Sixth edition of GFNY Uruguay – Punta del Este this Sunday
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – This Sunday, GFNY Punta del Este offers riders a challenging 146 km race course with an elevation gain of 1654 m. Start and finish will be at Parador Pedro Figari beach club in the heart of the glamorous Punta del Este, one of Latin America´s most famous...
March 14, 2024
Statesman Cap10K and OOFOS Join Forces for 2024 Race
Austin, TX – (Mar. 14, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Statesman Cap10K is pleased to announce that OOFOS, the global leader in Active Recovery footwear, has been named a premier sponsor of the 2024 Cap10K race. As the Official Recovery Footwear partner, OOFOS will support runners pre- and post-race to...
March 14, 2024
GFNY Puerto Rico: new organizer, host town and course
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series brings GFNY Puerto Rico back to the 2024 race schedule on November 24. The competitive long distance is 67.5 miles with 6811 feet of climbing. This year GFNY Puerto Rico will be held in the city of Ponce, also known as the...
March 14, 2024
15th Oakland Marathon Ready to Celebrate Running & Community
OAKLAND, Calif. – (March 14, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Organized by Run Local®, planning for the 15th Oakland Marathon commenced as soon as the last finisher of the 2023 event crossed the line. Welcoming 8,000 entrants, a 20% increase in participation over 2023, participants from more than 40 states and...
March 14, 2024
RRCA Announces 2023 National Running Award Recipients
Arlington, VA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Since 1971, the RRCA has honored the service and dedication of outstanding leaders in the running community. These individuals and organizations made significant contributions to the sport in 2023 by engaging and empowering everyone to run and by having outstanding performances in races. We are...
March 14, 2024
Adventure Cycling Secures BikeInsure as Official Bike Insurance Partner
Missoula, MT / March 14, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - We are excited to announce that Adventure Cycling Association has partnered with BikeInsure to provide our members with opt-in, comprehensive, and easy-to-understand bicycle insurance. Adventure Cycling members may access a discounted rate with BikeInsure to protect their bicycles and e-bikes from...
March 14, 2024
TrainingPeaks Partners with Japan Cycling Federation as Official Software Provider
Louisville, Colo., March 14, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - TrainingPeaks, the industry-leading training app for endurance coaches and athletes, today announced an exclusive partnership with the Japan Cycling Federation (JCF). TrainingPeaks is now the official training and coaching software for the national governing body of cycle racing in Japan. Established in...
March 13, 2024
‘The ticking timebomb’ – who will get the touchscreen Barkley Marathons watch?
“In the Barkley Marathons the athletes are not allowed to rely on technology. It is map and compass time," according to race creator Lazarus Lake. "They need to know the time to make cutoffs so each runner is issued a cheap Walmart watch set to race time on 24 hour mode....
March 13, 2024
Saucony and Claima Launch New Orleans-Inspired Sneaker
Following the release of the Claima x Saucony 3D Grid Hurricane “Claim A Seat” last fall, the pair have a fresh take on the silhouette. The design aims to “inspire and fund the next wave of BIPOC entrepreneurs.” The Massachusetts-based athletic brand and the independent creative agency just launched a new 3D...