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The latest news from the endurance events industry

Racecheck reveals 2022 mass participation insight report for race organisers

Feb 11, 2022

Racecheck reveals 2022 mass participation insight report for race organisers

The report is tailored to help organisers learn and grow event sales by showing that they are listening to what is being said about their races.

Malta Marathon organizers warn it may be cancelled for third time

Feb 10, 2022

Malta Marathon organizers warn it may be cancelled for third time

The organizers of the race have complained of a lack of safety guidelines and an unsafe route forced on them by local authorities.

RunSignup brings free, next-generation email marketing to endurance events

Feb 10, 2022

RunSignup brings free, next-generation email marketing to endurance events

The new email platform includes robust personalization and customization tools, as well as unlimited contact uploads and email sends.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series announces new half marathon Elite series

Feb 10, 2022

Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series announces new half marathon Elite series

The series will take place across eight North America events with over $100,000 in prize money.

COVID holding down registrations, but USCG Marathon a go

Feb 4, 2022

COVID holding down registrations, but USCG Marathon a go

The inaugural USCG Marathon is going ahead, despite the negative impact on registrations from the Omicron variant.

Virtual sporting company Raramuri launches first metaverse marathon

Feb 4, 2022

Virtual sporting company Raramuri launches first metaverse marathon

Spectators can line the course and support their favorite runners by emoting a thumbs up or sending NFTs to their wallets as they sprint by.

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RunSignup’s annual RaceTrends report shows 21.6% growth compared to 2020, reversion to norms

Feb 2, 2022

RunSignup’s annual RaceTrends report shows 21.6% growth compared to 2020, reversion to norms

Despite the continued impact of the pandemic on overall participation, data suggested a return to pre-pandemic registration patterns.

USA Triathlon launches new Gravel Triathlon Series

Jan 28, 2022

USA Triathlon launches new Gravel Triathlon Series

The series aims to capitalize on the rapidly growing trend of gravel-related races springing up around the United States.

Tough Mudder introduces Infinity format to 2022 Endurance Series

Jan 26, 2022

Tough Mudder introduces Infinity format to 2022 Endurance Series

The new format will challenge participants to complete as many laps of a Tough Mudder course as they can within the event's 8-hour limit.

Mary Anderson receives Alan Jones Timer Award

Jan 20, 2022

Mary Anderson receives Alan Jones Timer Award

The Alan Jones Timer Award recognizes an individual race timer who has had a significant positive impact on the endurance race industry.

TCS becomes new title sponsor of Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Jan 19, 2022

TCS becomes new title sponsor of Toronto Waterfront Marathon

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon will join other world-class marathons to carry the sponsorship.

Spectrum Sports Management assumes ownership of LA Tri-Series

Jan 18, 2022

Spectrum Sports Management assumes ownership of LA Tri-Series

Spectrum Sports Management will partner with A Running Legacy on the management and operation of the oldest running US triathlon series.