The combined shows provided a bigger show experience for exhibitors with the added benefit of consumer engagement. [Denver, CO]: Lost Paddle Events announced the successful execution of The Big Gear Show and (e)revolution e-Bike show at the Colorado Convention Center...
Today’s round up of gear from Day 2 at the Big Gear Show By Claire Barber What would The Big Gear Show be without… gear. There was plenty of innovative new stuff that caught our eye (and filled our swag bags) out on the show floor but here we give you some...
By Ariella Nardizzi Breaking barriers, sparking entrepreneurship, and igniting the spirit of outdoor innovation—that’s the mission of Founded Outdoors. As a support platform for emerging brands, Founded Outdoors is rewriting the playbook on access in the industry for...
The Big Gear Show showcases and champions new brands from once-underrepresented communities that are poised to grow the industry. By Bevin Wallace Left to Right: Susan Viscon of REI Path Ahead Ventures; Martha Y Diaz, founder of Itacate Foods; Qudsia Khan, COO and...
Here’s one thing we all know about trade shows: They are as much about socializing and enjoying a beverage of choice at the end fo the day as they are about work. And so it goes with The Big Gear Show, where a dedicated group of folks who care about the outdoors...
The Big Show brought the heart and soul of the outdoor space back to Denver. Kicking off on Thursday, June 8, the new concept in trade shows put the people and brands looking to move the outdoor industry forward front and center. Take a look at the fun on the floor on...
The Big Gear Show kicked off its first day in Denver with a buzzy B2B gathering of brands, outfitters, retailers, media, and other groups that bring the concept of inclusivity to the forefront of the outdoor industry. By Bevin Wallace While providing a new avenue for...
Left to right: (e)revolution Show Director Lance Camisasca, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, The Big Gear Show Director Kenji Haroutunian None other than Colorado Gov. Jared Polis kicked off the 2023 combined Big Gear Show and (e)revolution e-bike show today at the...
The Big Gear Show opens with a keynote panel devoted to building the path to an inclusive outdoor industry workforce. By Ariella Nardizzi Left to Right: Big Gear Show Director Kenji Haroutunian, Colorado Department of Outdoor Recreation Director Connor Hall, Senior...
Outdoor Afro founder Rue Mapp’s new book The Nature Swagger celebrates the diversity of the Black American experience. Rue Mapp founded Outdoor Afro as a blog in 2009. She wanted to create a unique and authentic way to speak to and about the Black experience in...
Anyone who does not qualify for other types of badges and have an interest in attending the show. Badge quantities are limited and not everyone may qualify.
Pre-show Registration $200 (Until June 2, 2023)
Onsite Registration $300
Quantities are limited
Media Sales
Media representatives with the role of selling advertising or other function that does not qualify as Working Media.
Pre-show Registration $200 (Until June 2, 2023)
Onsite Registration $300
Working Media
Working Media must have a current editorial assignment while media sales attendees include ad sales, publishers, producers, marketing agencies, promotion companies, and agencies (social media / PR / advertising/brand/creative).
Retailer, distributor, importer, buyer
Your business’s primary function is to purchase goods from an exhibiting brand/manufacturer at wholesale for resale at retail to consumers.
Outfitters | Guide (Free Registration)
Your business’s primary function is to rent outdoor recreation gear and/or provide professional outdoor guide services.
Independent Sales Reps
Independent sales representatives who represent brands in the industry. Proof of status as an independent representative is required. Representatives of exhibiting brands should obtain an exhibitor badge though the brand.
Pre-show Registration Free (Until June 2, 2023)
Onsite Registration $50
Non-Profits
Staff and board members of registered Non-Profit organizations. Preference will be given to non-profit organizations that engage in conservation and outdoor recreation.
Eligible Retailers
Eligible Retailers are businesses that purchase products at wholesale directly from brands/manufacturers or through a distributor. They sell these products at retail to consumers either in a physical store or via e-commerce. Companies that do not purchase and retain inventory or merely act as a sales channel between brands and consumers or a select group of consumers do not qualify as retailers.