No Tariffs, No Delays, Just Better Race Days: Customizable Alternaatives to Safety Pins—Located in the USA

April 18, 2025

San Ramon, CA (April 18, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/  – As race season heats up and international shipping issues continue to create delays and added costs for event organizers, BibBoards is standing strong as a locally-owned, California-based company that’s redefining the runner experience—tariff-free, hassle-free, and safety pin-free.

Founded in San Ramon, California, BibBoards offers customizable bib fasteners, awards, and race-day gifts—all produced in the U.S. with 48-hour turnaround for most orders. With over 2,500 races served and more than 20 million safety pins replaced, BibBoards is leading a quiet revolution in the endurance sports space.

“We’re not just replacing safety pins—we’re upgrading the entire race day vibe,” said Brian Goodell, Founder and Inventor of BibBoards. “We’re the only snap solution that doesn’t poke, tear, or ship from overseas—and we don’t charge you extra for imaginary boat delays or tariffs from halfway around the world. We just get it done.”

A Better Race Day—Delivered Fast

Whether it’s race bib holders, custom awards, or sponsored giveaways, BibBoards makes it simple to elevate the experience for athletes and organizers. Thanks to U.S.-based manufacturing, race directors can avoid the delays and duties that often come with international suppliers—and still deliver personalized, memorable items to every participant.

Event organizers can upload sponsor logos, race branding, or motivational messages to create custom BibBoards that promote not only the event but the local businesses and national brands that support it. With no sharp edges, no holes in performance wear, and no fuss, BibBoards products are practical, safe, and memorable.

“Sponsors love us because they get their logo front and center—on the runner, in photos, and even at the finish line,” Goodell said. “Plus, brands are really leaning into working with U.S.-based companies that innovate and care about quality. We check all those boxes—and we don’t poke holes in your shirts while doing it.”

Tariff-Free, USA-Made, and Ready to Go

With the growing shift toward “buying American” and reducing dependence on international shipping, more race directors are turning to BibBoards for fast, custom solutions they can count on. The company’s 48-hour turnaround time has become a lifeline for events with tight deadlines or last-minute needs.

BibBoards also gives race organizers a powerful fundraising and revenue tool. With their Race Pace Bands and customized bibSNAPS, many events are not only enhancing the athlete experience but generating sponsorship dollars by offering branded merchandise.

“You can actually make money while replacing safety pins. That’s wild, right?” said Goodell with a laugh. “Our race directors are getting sponsors to cover the cost—and runners get something that doesn’t stab them. It’s a win-win.”

What Race Directors Are Saying:

“BibBoards was a game-changer for our event. The turnaround was lightning fast, and our runners LOVED not having to deal with safety pins. Plus, our sponsors were thrilled to see their branding on every bib—it’s real estate that keeps moving all race long!”
— Sarah Thompson, Race Director, Ridge Trail Half Marathon

About BibBoards

Founded with a mission to “ditch the pins”, BibBoards is a proudly American-made brand that helps endurance events, race directors, and athletes create better race experiences with customizable gear and no-poke bib fasteners. Since launching, BibBoards has supported over 2,500 events, eliminated over 20 million safety pins from the race world, and continues to innovate with new race-day products like Race Pace Bands and event-branded giveaways.

With sustainability, safety, and speed at the core of its mission, BibBoards is the preferred partner for events that care about both quality and community