国产吃瓜黑料 has deep roots in Chicago鈥攚e founded our company in the city and called it home for many years. This summer, we鈥檙e coming back to the shores of Lake Michigan, and we鈥檙e bringing with us some of our favorite brands, athletes, films, and more. The , presented by Go RVing, is our new two-day active-lifestyle event, July 13鈥14, 2019, at McCormick Place Lakeside Center. Think of it as your one-stop shop for everything we love about the world outside, including the coolest new RVs, gear demos, skills clinics, a mini adventure film festival, live music, and tons of family-friendly activities. Read on for more about all the cool stuff you can do.
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Dreaming of #vanlife? Looking for a full-family camping solution? Stop by the Go Zone to check out the latest RVs, from toy-hauling travel trailers complete with Honda Powersports ATVs聽to luxurious van conversions and full-size motor homes. Mobile-living brand Dometic will be on hand, too, showing off the latest camping and RV accessories.聽
Get Inspired
Head to the YETI Main Stage to hear from globe-trotting athletes, adventurers, and change-makers like 国产吃瓜黑料 columnist Brendan Leonard and pro boxer turned Seven Summit hunter Patty Alcivar. On Saturday afternoon, roots rock band Ha Ha Tonka takes over (pro tip: stop by the Craft Beverage Lounge first). If it鈥檚 adventure films you鈥檙e after, join 5Point Film Festival and Stranahan鈥檚 Colorado Whiskey in our screening theater for a selection of the year鈥檚 most meaningful stories.
Play on the Water
A quick trolley ride takes you to the Paddle Zone, where you can test the latest kayaks and SUPs from L.L.Bean on the calm, sunny waters of Lake Michigan. Back at the main venue, hone your fly-fishing casts with expert instruction at the Orvis booth.
Hit the Trails
There鈥檚 no better way to test hiking and running gear than out on the trails. That鈥檚 why we鈥檙e bringing two natural-surface test loops鈥攐ne purpose-built for hiking and the second made for running鈥攖o the 国产吃瓜黑料 Experience. Stop by the Salomon Running Lounge, demo a pair of the latest kicks, have your stride expertly analyzed, and then venture out for some test-track laps or sign up for a guided group run. Hikers can join Fj盲llr盲ven for mini workshops and learn new skills like backpack-packing strategies and how to wax your canvas jacket, then demo boots from top brands like Hanwag, KEEN, L.L.Bean, Scarpa, and Vivobarefoot.
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From Arizona to South Africa, the best destinations await discovery. Stop by the Travel Zone, enter to win a trip, and get the inside scoop on how to make your bucket-list trip happen with聽travel protection expertise from Global Rescue and adventure operators offering trips all over the globe.
Bring the Kids
If there鈥檚 time after conquering one (or all) of the 10 routes on the indoor climbing wall, fine-tuning balance on the slackline, or rappelling off a 40-foot ledge, kids will love the Muck Boots Challenge (hint: it involves dirt) or learning how to turn undrinkable water into refreshing hydration thanks to LifeStraw.
Test-Drive an E-Bike
Across the country, high-tech pedal-assist bikes are attracting all kinds of riders, from daily commuters to those looking to expand their weekend range. No matter how you like to roll, come ride the latest rigs on the Bosch eBikes demo trail.
Build Community
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