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The latest news from the endurance events industry

UK mass-participation running events celebrate safe return

Jul 16, 2021

UK mass-participation running events celebrate safe return

The anticipated return of large races in the UK comes on the back of an easing of COVID restrictions from 19 July.

GiveSignup | RunSignup mid-year trends data shows normal registration patterns and a decline of young participants

Jul 14, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup mid-year trends data shows normal registration patterns and a decline of young participants

Registration data also seem to support a return to pre-pandemic entry fee prices with a strong comeback of in-person races.

World leading race calendar, Ahotu.com, expands coverage to include all major endurance event formats

Jul 9, 2021

World leading race calendar, Ahotu.com, expands coverage to include all major endurance event formats

Ahotu, a trusted source of information on running events for many years, is now adding triathlon, cycling, swimrun and twelve other formats to its calendar.

Dublin marathon cancelled for second year in a row

Jul 9, 2021

Dublin marathon cancelled for second year in a row

Organiseres have cited "too many unknowns" ahead of the scheduled 24 October event.

GiveSignup | RunSignup closes Q2 with 8% increase in transaction volume compared to 2019

Jul 7, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup closes Q2 with 8% increase in transaction volume compared to 2019

The data indicates a strong return to in-person racing with 80% of June transactions bring for live events from 50% in January.

Great Bristol Run to include 10K for blind and partially-sighted runners

Jul 7, 2021

Great Bristol Run to include 10K for blind and partially-sighted runners

The event, which is the first of its kind in the UK, is organised in partnership with VI [visually impaired] Runners Bristol.

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Leslie Jordan, Inc. certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

Jul 7, 2021

Leslie Jordan, Inc. certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

The WBENC standard of certification is a meticulous process including an in-depth review of the business and site inspection

Tough Mudder Scotland cancelled with only 13 hours notice

Jul 5, 2021

Tough Mudder Scotland cancelled with only 13 hours notice

The race was cancelled with less than a day to go after Midlothian Council revoked the event's license.

World Triathlon partners with OnePlan to streamline event planning

Jul 2, 2021

World Triathlon partners with OnePlan to streamline event planning

The service will be available to local organizing committees for World Triathlon events.

Super League Triathlon seeking freelance event staff

Jul 1, 2021

Super League Triathlon seeking freelance event staff

Positions are available in four pro triathlon events across Europe and the US throughout the month of September 2021.

Spectator arrested for causing massive Tour de France crash

Jul 1, 2021

Spectator arrested for causing massive Tour de France crash

The spectator is accused of involuntarily causing injury and putting the life of others at risk.

USA Triathlon extends partnership with Blerter through 2025

Jun 29, 2021

USA Triathlon extends partnership with Blerter through 2025

The event delivery platform will help streamline communication and enhance participant safety at USA Triathlon events.