Endurance Events Industry News

Dec 20, 2024

Movemint introduces SMS texting for organizers

Texting is perfect for event updates, day-of reminders, and post-event results, offering an immediate and effective way to ensure your messages are seen.

Dec 20, 2024

ChronoTrack introduces fifth-generation bib tag solution

The B-Tag Gen5 builds on the successes of the B-Tag platform, offering improved read rates and a more durable design for optimal performance.

Dec 19, 2024

Marathon runners slowed down by poor air quality

Researchers at the Brown University School of Public Health have found that poor air quality leads to slower marathon running times.

Dec 16, 2024

String of issues at Singapore running events draw ire of participants

Issues at events over the past year have led to organisers apologising to participants both publicly and privately.

Dec 16, 2024

Women’s Run Series launches with inaugural event on International Women’s Day 2025

Focusing on the 5K and 10K distances, the female-only running event series will be hosting events in London, Manchester and Newcastle in 2025.

Dec 12, 2024

Ubidium timing technology successfully deployed at California International Marathon

The compact and lightweight Ubidium system was seamlessly integrated into the event, providing real-time results and enhancing the overall race experience.

Dec 12, 2024

Record 160,000 people apply for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Those who secure an entry will join another record-breaking field with more than 53,000 participants expected to cross the finish line in October 2025.

Dec 11, 2024

London Marathon Events makes its third carbon removal purchase via CUR8

The event organizer added 1,935 tonnes of CO2 removal to its portfolio, rounding up the total volume of its commitment to 2,938 tonnes.

Dec 10, 2024

RunSignup reports (another) record-breaking Thanksgiving Day for running

Average turkey trots saw an increase in participation, with per-race participation growing 12% compared to 2023.

Dec 10, 2024

CP Communications takes TCS New York City Marathon coverage into new territory

For this year’s race, innovations included an integration with Starlink that enabled IP-based aerial acquisition.

Dec 9, 2024

Chinese dad banned from race after letting nine-year-old daughter run marathon

After calling it quits, the father pinned his race bib on his young daughter to finish the marathon.

Dec 8, 2024

Hong Kong Streetathon organiser investigates complaints participants ran extra 9km

Wrong directions from volunteers led runners to do an extra 9km in the half marathon, social media user says.

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