Endurance Events Industry News

Jul 19, 2025

'World’s toughest mountain race' unveils two new, more accessible formats

The Dragon’s Fire and the Dragon’s Tail have been added to the Dragon's Back race, offering two-day alternatives to the full six-day race.

Jul 17, 2025

BMW Berlin Marathon generates €469 million for German capital

The study, conducted by Nielsen Sports, estimates that €142.7 million of the total came from direct economic output, with a further €326.7 million in indirect value.

Jul 16, 2025

Nonbinary runners file complaint against City of Philadelphia for lack of full inclusion in marathon

The complaint filed with the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations claims that the failure to offer an elite nonbinary category is discrimination.

Jul 15, 2025

‘Future of World Triathlon’ report aims to unlock global reach of triathlon

The report highlights key challenges in triathlon’s current model, from limited digital presence to underleveraged mass participation events.

Jul 15, 2025

Running for Clean Air project concludes with striking findings in Lagos

An air quality map of city marathon identifies pollution hotspots, helping improve conditions for runners.

Jul 14, 2025

Running USA Executive Director Jay Holder to depart for leadership role at USA Track & Field

Kathleen Titus, President of the Board of Directors, will assume the role of Executive Director until a replacement for Holder has been found.

Jul 10, 2025

RunSignup announces 2025 Q2 performance report

The company outpaced industry trends, reporting a 14% year-over-year increase in registrations, compared to 8% growth in 2024 and 2% year-to-date in 2025.

Jun 27, 2025

IRONMAN reports growing list of sold out races across North America in 2025

According to the company, multiple races including IRONMAN Lake Placid and IRONMAN 70.3 Musselman join a growing list of events that have officially sold out.

Jun 25, 2025

Movemint triples business every quarter, adds Strava co-founder to board

The platform for athletic events has secured fresh funding, solidifying its position as the preferred partner for premier running and cycling races.

Jun 25, 2025

RunSignup announces free RunSignup AI Chatbot

Early users of the RunSignup AI Chatbot technology report a drop in questions from customers of over 70%.

Jun 25, 2025

Toronto Waterfront Marathon’s bold initiative to get more women racing

All women registered for the marathon or half-marathon will receive a free 16-week training program.

Jun 24, 2025

Local race directors join forces to create Flathead Trail Running Series

By coordinating races so there’s less overlap, the new format aims to galvanize the running community around summer races organized under a single-series umbrella.