Adirondack Sports & Fitness Summer Expo Starts March 8

CLIFTON PARK —The ninth annual Adirondack Sports & Fitness Summer Expo, presented by Steiner’s Ski & Bike, is happening at the Saratoga Springs City Center on Saturday-Sunday, March 8-9. Come to the Capital Region’s running, cycling, triathlon, paddling, hiking, healthy living and travel show featuring 125 exhibitors, great sales on summer and winter gear/clothing, paddling demos, seminars and fun family activities. This year’s show will have prizes and giveaways valued at $5,000 for races, events, products and services. Door prizes to local 5Ks, half-marathons, triathlons, hiking packages, weekend getaways, a kayak, scuba course and more will be given away over the weekend. The Expo also includes sales with a mix of retailers and organizations selling and marketing their products and services, including great sales from presenting sponsor Steiner’s Ski & Bike (skis/bikes), where you can visit their “store” with winter and summer merchandise 30-50 percent off. Most outdoor sports and recreation clubs in the area will be represented, including Adirondack Mountain Club, Albany Running Exchange, Capital District Triathlon Club, Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club, Saratoga Triathlon Club, Mohawk-Hudson Cycling Club and more. On-water demos will take place all weekend in the 20-by-32-foot pool, featuring kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Demos and clinics, led by Adirondack Mountain Club and local paddling experts, include capsize recovery, rescue and rolling, whitewater paddling and “Try Paddling” sessions for kids. Damien’s Rock Wall will be there with their 25-foot rock wall to challenge kids and adults, and many exhibitors will have interactive booths all weekend. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York will be on hand to collect food and monetary donations over the weekend. Attendees with donations increase their chances of winning Expo prizes.