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Leslie Jordan debuts Butterfly Mesh fabric

Sep 12, 2025

Leslie Jordan debuts Butterfly Mesh fabric

The new tech fabric is designed to keep runners cool and comfortable on and off the course.

Boulderthon to debut hemp bib for 10K runners

Sep 10, 2025

Boulderthon to debut hemp bib for 10K runners

The event, presented by PUMA, is also partnering with Hiccup and the City of Boulder to use reusable silicone cups for water and hydration.

Ironman CEO wants to turn the race organiser into a lifestyle brand

Sep 9, 2025

Ironman CEO wants to turn the race organiser into a lifestyle brand

“In our minds, we’re not just putting on events,” said Scott DeRue. “We’re creating experiences for people that espouse a certain set of values.”

Great North Run apologizes for giving out the wrong medals

Sep 9, 2025

Great North Run apologizes for giving out the wrong medals

Instead of featuring a map of Newcastle, the race mistakenly put the map of nearby rival city Sunderland on its finishers' medals.

RunSignup releases September 2025 Race Registration Market Analysis

Sep 5, 2025

RunSignup releases September 2025 Race Registration Market Analysis

The report shows race growth slowing industry-wide, yet transaction volume rising, while RunSignup continues to expand market share.

RunSignup opens applications for 2026 Community Grant Program

Sep 4, 2025

RunSignup opens applications for 2026 Community Grant Program

The program returns after a COVID-triggered hiatus to give back to the endurance community by supporting endurance-related nonprofit organizations.

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Sue Forge appointed as race director of Comrades Marathon

Sep 2, 2025

Sue Forge appointed as race director of Comrades Marathon

The CMA Board resolved to separate the roles of General Manager and Race Director, recognising the increasing complexity of the world’s oldest ultramarathon.

Y11 Sport & Media to launch revamped Color Run series

Sep 1, 2025

Y11 Sport & Media to launch revamped Color Run series

Having taken on the international master licence of The Color Run in August, Y11 Sport & Media is relaunching ‘The Happiest 5K on the Planet’.

BMW Berlin-Marathon to allow open-ear headphones for first time

Sep 1, 2025

BMW Berlin-Marathon to allow open-ear headphones for first time

The decision marks a change to a decades-long restriction on runners listening to music during the marathon.

Scimitar and njuko integrate to support event organisers

Aug 28, 2025

Scimitar and njuko integrate to support event organisers

The partnership combines njuko’s registration technology with Scimitar’s specialism in event apparel and merchandise.

Atlanta Track Club unveils bold new strategic plan

Aug 28, 2025

Atlanta Track Club unveils bold new strategic plan

The plan outlines key growth priorities, including the Club’s commitment to establish the Atlanta Marathon as a nationally recognized destination event.

RUNRIO and insurer Singlife launch Philippine Marathon Majors

Aug 25, 2025

RUNRIO and insurer Singlife launch Philippine Marathon Majors

Five races will be supported by Singlife, with SM Supermalls serving as presentor and supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT).