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The latest news from the endurance events industry

RunSignup launches new and improved RaceDay CheckIn app

Mar 31, 2021

RunSignup launches new and improved RaceDay CheckIn app

The new release offers core functionality improvements, simplified user experience, and a refreshed interface.

Tour de France crash inspires high-tech solution for safety

Mar 30, 2021

Tour de France crash inspires high-tech solution for safety

Norwegian startup Safe Cycling Race brings LED signs to major pro cycling events to alert riders.

Registration platform SignMeUp.com shuts down

Mar 30, 2021

Registration platform SignMeUp.com shuts down

The company, which was acquired in 2016 by JonasSoftware, is the latest industry victim of the COVID pandemic.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon rebrands to Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series

Mar 26, 2021

Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon rebrands to Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series

The series road races are open to participants of all abilities, with distances for everyone, from 1-mile to marathon and everything in between.

Boston Marathon partners with global fundraising platform GivenGain for 125th race

Mar 25, 2021

Boston Marathon partners with global fundraising platform GivenGain for 125th race

GivenGain has signed a multi-year exclusive agreement as the official fundraising partner of the Boston Marathon.

Austin Half Marathon officially set for April 25 after city approval

Mar 24, 2021

Austin Half Marathon officially set for April 25 after city approval

The event will go forward with a COVID-19 mitigation plan after months of planning with Austin Public Health.

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Twin Cities Marathon is back in 2021 - with safety measures

Mar 24, 2021

Twin Cities Marathon is back in 2021 - with safety measures

The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, which was cancelled last year, will limit registration to 4,000 runners.

GiveSignup | RunSignup's biannual Registration Market Analysis shows growth

Mar 24, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup's biannual Registration Market Analysis shows growth

The report also notes an increase in industry consolidation, as well as the return of live events and large races.

GiveSignup | RunSignup announces Spring Forward Seminar as hybrid and live events surge

Mar 19, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup announces Spring Forward Seminar as hybrid and live events surge

The Seminar is an opportunity for nonprofits and event directors to catch up on the latest trends and technology and prepare for a busy event season.

Rat Race Adventure Sports plan launch in US and Canadian markets

Mar 18, 2021

Rat Race Adventure Sports plan launch in US and Canadian markets

The UK-based adventure sport company is set to unveil six incredible new multi-sport adventures later this week.

LimeLight Sports launches Sports Technologies Division

Mar 18, 2021

LimeLight Sports launches Sports Technologies Division

The new business unit will focus on "elevating customer experience and engagement in sports participation by harnessing data and technology".

Glass City Marathon to require vaccination or negative COVID test from runners

Mar 16, 2021

Glass City Marathon to require vaccination or negative COVID test from runners

Organizers have opted to not postpone the race, introducing new health protocols for participants instead.