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The latest news from the endurance events industry

Prankster sends Glasgow runners on lengthy detour

Feb 18, 2025

Prankster sends Glasgow runners on lengthy detour

Runners at a 10k trail race in Glasgow were sent in the wrong direction by a prankster who impersonated a marshal and buried signs marking the course.

By Supertri: new Supertri acquisitions boost focus on short course triathlon

Feb 13, 2025

By Supertri: new Supertri acquisitions boost focus on short course triathlon

Short-course triathlon specialist, Supertri, is launching "By Supertri", a dedicated event brand designed to broaden access to the sport of triathlon.

Inaugural Phoenix Marathon debuting in December

Feb 7, 2025

Inaugural Phoenix Marathon debuting in December

Endurance event production and technology company Brooksee announced the race launch this week with three distances for runners all within the city’s limits.

Parkrun in talks to bring back statistics after petition receives 30,000 signatures

Feb 5, 2025

Parkrun in talks to bring back statistics after petition receives 30,000 signatures

The free, weekly timed 5K plans to bring back statistics in the coming months via a new database.

Hilton Head Island Marathon canceled after permitting issues

Feb 4, 2025

Hilton Head Island Marathon canceled after permitting issues

The town had to rethink security and safety after the recent attack in New Orleans.

Fred Sommer of Sommer Sports receives 2025 Alan Jones Timer of the Year Award

Jan 30, 2025

Fred Sommer of Sommer Sports receives 2025 Alan Jones Timer of the Year Award

The honor recognizes Sommer’s 42 years of commitment to innovation, adaptability, and excellence in the endurance sports industry.

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RunSignup’s annual RaceTrends report shows per race participation growth of 8.2%

Jan 29, 2025

RunSignup’s annual RaceTrends report shows per race participation growth of 8.2%

After years of gradual recovery from the impacts of COVID-19, registration levels in 2024 suggest the endurance industry is thriving.

Lisbon Marathon organisers appoint London Marathon Events to act as consultant

Jan 28, 2025

Lisbon Marathon organisers appoint London Marathon Events to act as consultant

LME will support the Maratona Clube de Portugal team to elevate the Lisbon Marathon to the global stage.

Race Entry releases automatic sponsor promo codes

Jan 24, 2025

Race Entry releases automatic sponsor promo codes

The feature takes all the hassle out of offering free registrations, booths, or even swag to sponsors.

Robots to race humans at China half-marathon

Jan 22, 2025

Robots to race humans at China half-marathon

Two-legged droids will take on the 21.1km event for the first time in Beijing in April.

RunSignup celebrates 15th year with record-breaking 2024 year-in-review

Jan 14, 2025

RunSignup celebrates 15th year with record-breaking 2024 year-in-review

In 2024, RunSignup helped customers process $562 million for their events, up 20% from 2023.

2024 BOLDERBoulder made $23 million economic impact, Visit Boulder says

Jan 13, 2025

2024 BOLDERBoulder made $23 million economic impact, Visit Boulder says

The economic impact was due to people eating out, staying at hotels, dining out, and more.