July 10, 2020

Family-owned KINeSYS Sunscreen to present at RIA’s “KICK On-Demand”

KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen is pleased to announce they will be presenting at the Running Industry Association’s “KICK On-Demand”, an online trade show developed to replace their May trade show, cancelled due to Covid-19. Lisa and Wade Heggie, Co-owners of KINeSYS, are thrilled to have the chance to showcase their brand at this...

July 1, 2020

2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference Going Virtual

BOULDER, Colo. (July 1, 2020) — The 2020 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC), which had been rescheduled to Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, will move to an online interactive “Virtual BLC” due to COVID-19. The Virtual BLC will provide inspirational keynotes, powerful ideas and the latest data to help bike industry...

June 30, 2020

Pocket Outdoor Media Acquires Three Divisions from Active Interest Media and Completes Its Series A Financing

Boulder, Colorado, USA — June 30, 2020 — Pocket Outdoor Media (POM), the leading endurance sports media platform, today announced the acquisition of the Healthy Living, Fitness, and Outdoor divisions of Active Interest Media (AIM), one of the world’s largest enthusiast media companies. The acquisition by POM coincides with the...

June 18, 2020

Contemplating trade shows? Emerald releases preparedness, prevention and response plan

Emerald Holding, Inc., the parent of Outdoor Retailer, Surf Expo and other trade shows, announced its commitment to providing an elevated standard of health and safety protocols in preparation for the anticipated reopening of the company’s live events. Read more on SGBMedia.

June 15, 2020

PeopleForBikes Board of Directors Meet to Discuss COVID-19, Racial Injustice and Approve Latest Round of Community Grants

BOULDER, COLO. (June 15, 2020) — All 15 members of the PeopleForBikes (PFB) Coalition board of directors participated in a three-hour video conference board meeting on June 10. The board approved seven grants to improve bike riding across the nation, considered a new COVID-19 Bicycling Action Plan to keep the...

June 11, 2020

Registration Opens for RunSignup Virtual Symposium

Moorestown, NJ – RunSignup, the leading technology provider for US races, is going virtual, following the lead of their many customers who have transitioned to a virtual event for 2020. The RunSignup Virtual Symposium, held June 22-25, 2020, is not a replication of the full experience of attending one of...

June 10, 2020

Emerald Holding, Inc. to receive $400 million convertible preferred stock infusion led by Onex

Onex Corporation announced an agreement with Emerald Holding, Inc. a leading operator of business-to-business trade shows in the U.S., on a $400 million convertible participating preferred equity investment led by Onex Partners V, Onex' $7.2 billion fund. Onex Partners has been a significant shareholder of the Company since 2013. Emerald...

June 9, 2020

Outdoor Retailer announces June virtual event

A virtual, three-day business, networking and educational event, it will include live programming that will run from July 21-23, 2020, and online tools will be available to registered exhibitors and attendees throughout the summer, said Emerald Expositions. Read more on  Inside Outdoor.

June 5, 2020

The 15th Annual Running Event Moves Forward with 2020 Dates

PORTLAND, Maine (June 5, 2020) - The Running Event, the premier conference and trade show in the running specialty industry that is produced by Diversified Communications, announced today it will move forward with its 2020 planned event in Austin, Texas from December 1-3, 2020. Event registration will open in mid-August. “We...

June 4, 2020

The 15th Annual Running Event moves forward with 2020 dates

North America’s largest specialty running conference and trade show returns to Austin, hones in on safety, healthy protocols to ensure a successful event. Read more on SNEWS.

May 29, 2020

UCAN To Host “The Next Step Forward: The Future of Running” All-Star Event

In celebration of Global Running Day on June 3rd, UCAN is hosting three star-studded events featuring many of the most influential personalities in running. Headlining the events is “The Next Step Forward: The Future of Running”, a panel discussion on the evolution of the running landscape, hosted by podcast personality...

May 28, 2020

Inaugural Endurance Conference to Benefit USA Triathlon Foundation as Charity Partner

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The USA Triathlon Foundation was announced today as the charity partner for Endurance Conference, a new virtual conference for athletes that is set to take place June 5-7. Endurance Conference is founded and created by Juan Lopez Salaberry, a sports marketing executive and member of USA...

May 28, 2020

RACE RESULT Timing Technology used as Tracing Solution to Help Fight Covid-19

As the innovation leader in sports timekeeping solutions, RACE RESULT’s engineering team has developed a system to trace Covid-19 cases and help contain the virus, using UHF transponders and its latest product development, the Passive Track Box. "The new Track Box has not been officially released for timekeeping yet. Rather...

April 28, 2020

REVEAL Media Conference Announces “Enjoy Outdoors, Now and Tomorrow” Panel Discussions Open to the Public

SAN FRANCISCO - REVEAL is a global media conference with 40 brands presenting to 300 members of the media on April 29 and 30. Recent developments and global conversations have been the catalyst to create a panel discussion around relevant industry topics around the current and future landscape of the...

April 16, 2020

PTO Members Unite To Launch PTO Hub A Home For Inspiration, Motivation and Entertainment

LONDON, ENGLAND: The Professional Triathletes Organisation and its professionals today announced the launch of the PTO Hub, a central location for content generated by PTO members to support, encourage and inspire in these uncertain times. The PTO Hub showcases the world’s top professional triathletes reaching out through a combination of...

April 16, 2020

REVEAL Digital Media Conference Gains Momentum with Leading Media and Brands; Winter Session Announced

SAN FRANCISCO - April 16, 2020 - REVEAL - https://reveal.echoscomm.com - a digital media conference developed by ECHOS Communications - has gained momentum as a nexus for select brands and media to come together for authentic storytelling during this period of travel restrictions and the inability to gather in person...

April 8, 2020

Here’s how Bikerumor’s Sea Otter coverage is still on despite postponement

Bikerumor’s Sea Otter Classic is legendary for its depth and breadth, with nearly every booth covered every year. So what’s one to do when there’s no Sea Otter? Cover it anyway! “We know most every Otter exhibitor has been working for months or years on new product launch plans,’ says...

April 2, 2020

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market cancelled

The nation's largest outdoor trade show, previously scheduled for June 23-25 in Denver, has been called off. Read more on SNEWS.

March 26, 2020

A Guide for Switching Your Event to a Virtual Race

COVID-19 is spreading, forcing event organizers around the world to take measures to protect their communities. Whether or not the virus has affected your area yet, you’re probably at least planning for what you will do if it becomes unsafe to hold your race on its scheduled date. While postponement...

March 20, 2020

Marmot Announces Attendance Of Grassroots Connect

Rohnert Park, Calif. – March 20, 2020 – Marmot® is proud to announce its participation in the 2020 Grassroots Connect show taking place in Knoxville, Tennessee this June. The show, organized by the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, supports Marmot’s commitment to outdoor specialty dealers and the overall growth of the outdoor...

March 18, 2020

Fanomena Events reacts to COVID-19

For years the digital goodie bag solution Fanomena Events has been used at numerous events worldwide to share personalized content and engaging offers from sponsors, exhibitors & vendors. Times like these, where the COVID-19 virus forces thousands of events to be postponed or even cancelled require special actions. “When live events...

March 16, 2020

Digital WorldBike Sets Stage for Bicycle Industry During Critical Time

Berlin, Germany, 16 March, 2020 –  Digital conference expert meetyoo steps in to assist the cycling industry at a critical time, launching cycling’s first-ever digital conference 2020 Digital WorldBike. The bicycle industry’s first ever digital cycling conference, to be held March 31st, will be instrumental in bringing together the industry during...

March 12, 2020

ECHOS Communications Announces REVEAL Live Streaming Global Media Conference

SAN FRANCISCO - March 12, 2020- The unfortunate postponement or cancellation of major industry trade shows creates a significant loss for the bike industry, and other events may follow. Brands rely on these annual events to launch and showcase their latest products and innovations, and the media are eager to...

March 10, 2020

Leslie Jordan, Inc., proud to welcome RRCA to Portland in 2020

Portland, OR –Leslie Jordan, Inc., is proud to welcome RRCA to their hometown of Portland in 2020. The 62nd Annual Convention promises to be memorable with scenic runs through the city, culminating in a run benefiting the Oregon Zoo. As a gold conference sponsor Leslie Jordan is providing Official Conference...

March 9, 2020

Tips for Raising More Money for Race Charity Partners

One of the most rewarding parts of race organizing is selecting a charity partner to fundraise for. Your race may have just one charity partner or it may allow participants to fundraise for the charity of their choice. Regardless, you want to make sure that your race raises as the...