2026 Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator Demo Night
The future of cycling is here.
Join us at Compton Gardens on June 10 from 5–7 p.m. for the Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator Demo Night.
You will hear ten fast, high-impact pitches from this year’s cohort, then stick around for light hors d’oeuvres and networking with innovators, investors, and supporters shaping what is next in cycling.
AEROBAG (Belgium) – Aerobag is developing next-generation crash protection for cyclists that is built directly into performance apparel. Its technology detects crash events and deploys protection in milliseconds without compromising comfort or speed.
Aeroscale (France) – Through Wasted Watts, Aeroscale is helping cyclists make faster decisions by measuring aerodynamic drag and rolling resistance in real-world conditions. Its technology delivers actionable performance data directly on the road.
BikeFolder (Norway) – BikeFolder is building digital infrastructure for the bicycle industry by giving every bike a digital passport. Its platform connects owners, dealers, and brands to streamline data, improve service, and support the full bike lifecycle.
CONVOY (UK) – CONVOY is building a family-focused mobility solution designed to replace short car trips with bicycles. Its smart e-trailer helps turn everyday bikes into safer, more practical transportation for families.
eBikeLabs (France) – eBikeLabs provides software that helps brands, manufacturers, and fleet operators design, manage, and optimize innovative e-bike drive systems. Its platform supports performance, maintenance, and lifecycle management at scale
hDrop Technologies Inc. (USA) – hDrop Technologies is advancing personalized hydration with a wearable sweat sensor that measures sweat and sodium loss. Its platform helps endurance athletes make smarter fluid and electrolyte decisions for training and racing.
KAV (USA) – KAV is rethinking protective equipment through advanced materials, software, and additive manufacturing. Its flagship custom-fit helmet combines aerodynamic performance, high safety standards, and U.S.-based production.
LLume (USA) – LLume is developing wearable sensing technology that brings lab-quality respiratory insights into real-world training. Its first product helps cyclists and endurance athletes track breathing and physiological effort in real time without bulky lab equipment.
MyVeloFit (Canada) – MyVeloFit is an online bike fitting platform that makes professional-level fit guidance more accessible to cyclists. Using video and simple measurements, it helps riders improve comfort, efficiency, and control with clear, practical adjustments.
Trailytic (USA) – Trailytic is developing a data-driven trail maintenance system for mountain biking. Using on-bike sensors and proprietary analytics, it helps trail organizations improve safety, flow, and long-term sustainability.
The Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator is made possible by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission and the Walton Family Foundation.