endurance events – athleteReg Blog

Blurred preview of the new athleteReg registration page design

April 14, 2026

Something Big Is Coming to athleteReg

After surveying over 1,200 event participants, athleteReg is taking on its biggest product update in 25 years. Get the first look at what’s coming to the registration experience.

Cyclist celebrating a solo finish at Chocolate City Criterium with crowd cheering along a colorful, festival-style race course.

April 2, 2026

Reggie Award April 2026 Celebrating Endurance Event Directors

What does it take to build an event people remember? A look at the intentional choices behind Chocolate City Criterium.

February 24, 2026

Put Your Event in Front of Thousands of Ready-to-Register Athletes

Reach athletes who are already searching for their next race. Learn how athleteReg’s featured placements and Outside Network promotions help events get discovered, clicked, and registered.

Dawn Harper-Nelson delivering a keynote presentation on stage at the Running USA Conference, speaking to event directors about inspiration and resilience.

February 23, 2026

Lessons From Running USA Conference for Event Directors Planning Their Next Season

Beyond the sessions and speakers, these were the moments and conversations from Running USA that sparked ideas worth bringing home.

Outside Event Services webinar recording featuring endurance athletes in running, cycling, swimming, and skiing

December 16, 2025

Webinar Recap: What 2025 Taught Us About Winning in 2026

Data from thousands of endurance events reveals what actually drives registrations, revenue, and retention. Learn how photography, pricing, merchandise, and marketing timing can help your event win in 2026.

Volunteers hand out water cups to runners during a road race

September 22, 2025

Managing Volunteers with athleteReg

Managing volunteers doesn’t have to be complicated. With athleteReg, event directors can organize sign-ups, assign roles, and communicate with their crew all in one place.

Group of volunteers in matching maroon jackets and hats smiling behind a table stacked with red water cups at the Chicago Marathon.

September 22, 2025

Rallying Your Volunteer Crew: Tips for Event Directors

Learn strategies to build your crew, assign roles with confidence, and create a strong community around your event.

Two women walking together on a rocky trail under a bright blue sky, symbolizing community and support at endurance events.

September 22, 2025

What Volunteers Can Teach Event Directors About Emergency Preparedness

Why volunteer training is key to event safety and a stronger race community.

Cyclists riding the Dirty Pecan Gravel Ride on a red clay road surrounded by tall pine trees in Georgia

August 28, 2025

How Event Directors Can Use Tourism Grants to Grow Participation in Their Events

Tourism grants can fuel event growth. Learn how to apply, track impact with athleteReg, and reinvest funding into marketing that attracts new participants.

Cyclist posing with a giant “Bike Juice” carton prop at the Dirty Pecan Gravel Ride, under a Trek tent, celebrating grit and endurance.

August 28, 2025

Reggie Award August 2025 Celebrating Endurance Event Directors

Discover how Betsy turned tourism funding and smart BikeReg tools into powerful marketing that grew the Dirty Pecan Gravel Ride.