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USA Triathlon presents the Together We Thrive Certification Program

Jun 7, 2023

USA Triathlon presents the Together We Thrive Certification Program

The program aims to deliver a collection of free diversity, equity, inclusion and access education courses available for all members of the multisport community.

Motorcyclist killed after head-on crash with athlete at IRONMAN Hamburg

Jun 5, 2023

Motorcyclist killed after head-on crash with athlete at IRONMAN Hamburg

Television footage of the crash showed the motorcycle appearing to overtake other bikes before colliding with the athlete.

RaceRaves announces Best Marathons in the U.S.

May 30, 2023

RaceRaves announces Best Marathons in the U.S.

Winners were determined through a poll conducted on RaceRaves.com with thousands of runners from all 50 states and 45 countries casting their votes.

RunSignup announces RaceJoy native maps and participant pause features

May 19, 2023

RunSignup announces RaceJoy native maps and participant pause features

The new features aim to support the needs of trail, ultra and cycling events in remote areas with limited cell coverage.

Toronto Marathon slammed for poor race experience

May 12, 2023

Toronto Marathon slammed for poor race experience

The director for the race that took place last weekend said he has “never been more disgusted” about how some participants acted at the finish line.

Boulderthon running event launches crowdfunding campaign

May 12, 2023

Boulderthon running event launches crowdfunding campaign

The event series is giving people a chance to invest in the business through the SMBX marketplace, targeting a $124,000 investment.

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Dublin Marathon introduces new category for non-binary runners

May 9, 2023

Dublin Marathon introduces new category for non-binary runners

The move follows consultation with members of the running community and hopes to allow runners to compete ‘in a category that matches their identity’.

Flying Pig organizers go ahead despite thunderstorms

May 7, 2023

Flying Pig organizers go ahead despite thunderstorms

The race committee decided against postponing the race, favoring instead a "shelter-in-place" recommendation for athletes around the course.

Flying Pig updates age restrictions one year after 6-year-old participant controversy

May 4, 2023

Flying Pig updates age restrictions one year after 6-year-old participant controversy

The updated age policy specified runners must be at least 18 years old to participate in the full Flying Pig Marathon.

2024 TCS London Marathon receives more than half a million applicants

May 4, 2023

2024 TCS London Marathon receives more than half a million applicants

Next year's event has set the world record for the most entry ballots submitted to a marathon.

RunSignup explores expansion into Canada

May 2, 2023

RunSignup explores expansion into Canada

The US leading all-in-one technology solution for races is seeking input from customers as they contemplate an expansion into the Canadian market.

RunSignup and Protecht offer races a new revenue source

Apr 25, 2023

RunSignup and Protecht offer races a new revenue source

Protecht's RegShield registration protection insurance makes it easy and profitable for races to offer convenient insurance to participants.