Press Releases

July 1, 2009 – Newton Running Launches Sir Isaac and Lady Isaac Guidance Trainers Newton Running, the revolutionary Boulder, Colorado running shoe company, announces the launch of two new shoe models for this fall. The Sir Isaac and Lady Isaac guidance trainers are designed for runners who want to transition their running form to a more efficient midfoot/forefoot style, but still require a supportive heel and mid-section.

April 23, 2009 – 512 Miles in Six Days - Pam Reed's Next Ultrarunning Record Attempt – (PDF, 147 kb) Pam Reed, the renowned ultrarunner, will be running in circles all next week in hopes of breaking another world record. “I love my Newton shoes,” Reed gushes. “I tried to wear some of my old running shoes recently and it felt like I was wearing Army boots. I’ll never wear anything else.”

April 20, 2009 – Newton Running Announces Partnership with Athletes for a Cure and Trickle Up – (PDF, 153 kb) "When we started this company, we made a commitment to give back and support those who are less fortunate,” states Newton Running co-founder Jerry Lee. This year, Newton will donate one percent of its gross profits to Athletes for a Cure, a program of the Prostate Cancer Foundation and $1 from the sale of each shoe to Trickle Up, an international non-profit that empowers the very poorest to lift themselves out of poverty through microenterprise.

March 30, 2009 – Newton Running Extends Relationship with Marathoner Josh Cox – (PDF, 128 kb) "Josh is a terrific athlete spokesperson for our shoes," states Newton Co-Founder and CEO, Jerry Lee. "Josh is not only winning races in Newtons, but he’s a very recognizable runner with an influential media presence. This is an example of Newton’s growing commitment to the running market."

March 4, 2009 – Newton Running Names Stephen Gartside as President – (PDF, 128 kb) "Newton Running is poised for explosive success and growth in the next few years," states Jerry Lee, CEO of Newton Running. "Stephen's background in sales and marketing and his business leadership experience, combined with his passion for running and endurance sports, make him the ideal person to captain our team at Newton."

October 13, 2008 – Team Newton Athlete Craig Alexander Crowned Ironman World Champion – (PDF, 144 kb) "Craig has had an exceptional year and this is the icing on the cake," states Newton Running CEO, Jerry Lee. "We’ve supported Craig since our company’s launch less than two years ago and we’re incredibly proud to be a part of his achievement in Kona."

October 6, 2008 – Newton Running Introduces Motion All-Weather Shoe – (PDF, 72 kb) "Serious runners don’t let a little bad weather keep them from going outside on a run and now they can enjoy Newton’s forefoot/midfoot technology without getting cold feet."

June 30, 2008 – Elite Marathoner Josh Cox Signs with Newton Running – (PDF, 88 kb) "Josh is a tenacious competitor and a terrific ambassador for the sport of running," notes Newton Running CEO Jerry Lee. "We’re excited to have him on our team and help us introduce our shoes and our philosophy to the running world."

January 3, 2008 – Newton Running Hires Ian Adamson – (PDF, 128 kb) "Ian is legendary in the endurance racing world and his experience in both the biomechanical field and the shoe industry will be invaluable as we continue to expand our product line. He’s been especially helpful in the design of our upcoming trail shoes."

October 15, 2007 – Team Newton Athlete Craig Alexander Finishes Second at Ironman World Championships . – (PDF, 112 kb) "We're incredibly proud to be a part of Craig's exceptional achievement on Saturday," states Newton Running president, Jerry Lee. "Like Craig, Newton Running debuted at Kona this year and it's been a terrific ride for all of us."

September 6, 2007 – Ironman 70.3 world champion Craig Alexander is the latest professional triathlete to join Team Newton. – (PDF, 120 kb) The team also includes Paula Newby-Fraser, Michellie Jones, Natascha Badmann, Peter Reid, Heather Fuhr, Katja Schumacher, Michael Simpson, Chris Legh and Joanna Zeiger.

July 17, 2007 – 24 Hour Events and Newton Running are pleased to announce an unprecedented race entry giveaway. – (PDF, 146 kb) "As part of our title sponsorship, we're supplying a pair of Distance race shoes, valued at $155, to every participant in the Newton 24 and 8 Hours of Triathlon and Duathlon races, which take place September 1-2, 2007 in Denver."

June 13, 2007 – Newton Running announces the addition of accomplished triathlete Joanna Zeiger to its professional team. – (PDF, 123 kb) "The 2007 Team Newton also includes Paula Newby-Fraser, Michellie Jones, Natascha Badmann, Peter Reid, Heather Fuhr, Katja Schumacher and Michael Simpson."

June 11, 2007 – 24 Hour Events has named Newton Running as its title sponsor. – (PDF, 112 kb) "The Newton 24 Hours of Triathlon and Duathlon and the Newton 8 Hours of Triathlon and Duathlon will take place September 1-2, 2007 in Denver, and feature both individual and team competitions."

March 23, 2007 – Newton Running Shoes Launch with Patented Energy Return Technology – (PDF, 164 kb) "Newton Running introduces a line of lightweight, technical running shoes designed to help runners run more efficiently with less muscle fatigue. Founded by a group of elite runners, coaches and inventors..."

March 23, 2007 – Newton Running Names Team of Elite Athletes – (PDF, 132 kb) "Newton Running, a revolutionary new running shoe company based in Boulder, Colorado, announces its team of sponsored athletes, which includes many of the world's top triathletes."

March 23, 2007 – North America Sports Names Newton Running as Footwear Partner of 2007 Race Series – (PDF, 132 kb) "North America Sports, producers of eight Ironman events in 2007, announces that Newton Running will be the footwear partner for its race series."