FREE Bike Expo on January 28, 8:30 - 4:30 Veteran's Auditorium
The Iowa Bicycle Coalition has added an expo to the Iowa Bicycle Summit for the first time in 2012. This event will feature the latest in bicycle gear, events, trails, destinations and more. Bicyclists will have the opportunity to get the latest updates during advocacy education sessions.
Also new this year is roller racing. Racers are started on competing rollers and race against the clock and each other in a two mile sprint.
Don’t forget about the FREE bicycle advocacy sessions. You can learn more about Safe Routes to Schools, dirt trails, trail marketing, safety, and more.
Iowa Department of Transportationis the lead sponsor for the Iowa Bicycle Summit and will be present to give away maps and talk about trails, transportation and other funding.
Des Moines Parks and Recreation boasts some of the greatest trails in the world. They have signed on a sponsor for 2012 and want to attract bicyclists to ride in Des Moines.
Iowa Sports Foundation and Adaptive Sports Iowa are working to increase accessibility to athletes with disabilities. Mike Boone has assembled a great team of athletes who are ready to take on RAGBRAI XL.
Confluence is a planning and engineering firm that has worked on various projects across Iowa. They are specialists in outdoor recreation opportunities.
Scheels Sports has locations across Iowa and specializes in sport and active living. Scheels is sponsoring the Iowa Bicycle Summit & Expo for the second year.
Iowans Fit For Life is a program from the Iowa Department of Public Health that works for better living in Iowa Communities. Iowans Fit for Life has been a sponsor of the Iowa Bicycle Summit for three years running.
Bike World is the store that supports the sport. If you are looking for the greatest gear in bicycling, Bike World is your stop. Bike World has been a sponsor of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition since the beginning with Forrest Ridgway on the IBC Board of Directors and a major support of the silent auction at the RAGBRAI Route Announcement Party. This is a must-visit exhibitor!
Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation has also been a long-time sponsor of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition with Lisa Hein serving on the IBC board since the beginning. If it has to do with trails, the INHF is involved.
Cedar Falls Tourism Bureau is home to world class trails. Stop by their office for some trail mix, but bring your bike. There is a lot of riding to do in Cedar Falls.
Raccoon River Valley Trail has become a new sponsor for 2012 and we are happy to have them aboard. This group has been marketing one of the best trails in Iowa. It’s more than a great trail – it is businesses, lodging, camping, and more. Spend some time exploring the RRVT.
Winnesheik County Convention and Visitors is here to promote the trails in and around Decorah. If you haven’t been there lately, there is a quite a bit of activity with trails and bicycling.
American Discovery Trail runs from coast to coast and conveniently through Iowa. This trail combines some of Iowa’s best trails in this ever developing trail.
Primal Wear is a sponsor of the Iowa Bicycle Summit and has been designing the Iowa Bicycle Coalition’s new jerseys. If your team is going to have jerseys in 2012, this is the group to talk to.
MyAlibi Clothing isn’t a new clothing firm, but has recently located to Iowa. They specialize in clothing for women and bicycling.
Snus Hill Winery is right off the High Trestle Trail and is as much of a destination as it is a winery. Enjoy friends, live music and more.
Rails to Trails Conservancy is a national organization that promotes more trails in the US. We are lucky to have Eric and Lindsay speaking this year and helping promote trail development in Iowa.
American Diabetes Association is promoting the 2012 Tour De Cure – a bike ride raising funds to help fight diabetes. Come learn how you can join the fight on this year’s ride.
Bar Mitts is helping solve the problem when your hands get cold in the winter. Mittens attached directly to the bicycle!
Iowa Rivers Revival has been working to improve river conditions and recreation in Iowa. Learn more about Pedal and Paddle adventures.
Bikes to You is one of the best shops in Central Iowa. Find bikes, clothing, and gear at this top of the line store.
HyVee is attracting athletes from all over the world to participate in the HyVee Triathlon. Learn how you can enter this amazing race.
Spokiz has been creating sunglasses out of recycled bicycle parts. You can even get your team name printed on the sunglasses.
Silos and Smokestacks is part of the National Parks Service working to help with promotion and development of tourism in central to northeast Iowa.
Ready to Roll Bikes is helping to solve the problem of where to keep your bike when you aren’t riding. Using your garage door opener, you can store your bikes up high and lower them only when you need them. Great solution for tight spaces.
Bike Fixtation operates self-service kiosks on an extended-hours basis for bicyclists in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Bike Fixtation also designs and manufactures the products required for your bicycle specific infrastructure project.
National Parks Service Rivers and Trails conservation unit has assisting Iowa to become the world capital of trails. Find out more on how your community can get involved.
Iowa Bicycle Racing Association is the sanctioning body for bike racing in Iowa. Learn how to become involved in racing.
Q7 and Johnson County Trails Foundation. Q7 is a clothing line for cyclists. The Johnson County Trails foundation is helping build and promote trails in Johnson County.
All Ability Cycles is a new shop in Jefferson and is one of the only Brompton dealers. This is a great shop on the square.
RAGBRAI is the longest, oldest, largest cross-state bike ride.
MS Tour is a ride that raised funds to fight MS. Join the multi distance ride and sign up today!
BikeIowa.com is your number one source for bicycle news and events in Iowa. Check out the new jerseys!
Eco Lips is a premier organic lip balm company. They have a variety of flavors and styles.
Polar Water Bottles has the best insulated waterbottle on the market. You can even customize this bottle for your team.
Foth Infrastructure & Environment and an engineering firm that works with bike facilities, trails, and safe routes to school projects.
Multisport races are huge, but nothing is more fun than Penny’s Pieathlon. Substitute the swim for pie eating and you get a great cancer fundraiser.
The BRR! Ride is hosted each year by the Perry Chamber of Commerce. Thousands of riders descend upon Perry to ride to Rippey – about 13 miles – despite the first weekend of February conditions.
Pedals to Petals is being hosted for the first time by the Des Moines Botanical Center. A great new ride to support a wonderful organization.
Life In Motion Chiropractic is run by Dr. Chris Janning. Dr. Janning works to improve health and overall quality of life for patients.
Hardin County Recreational Trails has developed a series of trails running along the scenic Iowa River. Make plans to visit Iowa Falls and bring your bike!
Des Moines Bicycle Collective refurbishes bikes and gets them back into hands that can use them. But they do so much more. Check out the new Central Iowa bicycling maps.
Aspen Athletic Clubs has five locations in Des Moines and wants you to join. Learn more about equipment, classes, and a great place for fitness.
Remp Racks is a new Iowa based company that creates bicycle racks to fit on the back of vehicles. This bike rack works well with RV and others who need increased storage, but needs to bring bikes too.
Linn County Trails is the southern portion of the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, but they also have more trails running across Linn County. Visit this booth and plan your bike ride for next year.
