ROKA News

DALLAS, Tex. / TAMPA, Fla. (Mar. 1, 2016) – ROKA Sports, Inc., a premium multisport brand, and IRONMAN, the largest participation sports platform in the world, today announced their expanded partnership naming ROKA as the Official Swim Course Sponsor of the IRONMAN^® 70.3^® U.S. Series. Slated to extend through 2018, the expanded partnership will also now include the 2017 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship event that will take place in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As part of the partnership, IRONMAN will continue to carry an assortment of ROKA co-branded performance products including swimskins, wetsuits, caps, goggles and other swimwear.

“ROKA is a strong supporter of IRONMAN, and this partnership reflects our shared commitment to the sport of triathlon,” said Andrew Messick, Chief Executive Officer of IRONMAN. “They produce top-of-the-line swim gear that has helped our athletes achieve their race goals, and the company continues to add innovative products. We are pleased to extend our relationship with ROKA as we work together to continue enhancing the athlete experience.”

ROKA became the Official Swim Course Sponsor of the IRONMAN U.S. Series in a partnership that began last year, and athletes at the 2015 IRONMAN World Championship wore their swimskins more than any other brand. According to the annual swimskin count conducted by LAVA Magazine, at the 39th edition of the IRONMAN World Championship, nearly 25% of the field of more than 2,000 triathletes relied on swimskins made by ROKA.

“With all the great people involved, being part of these events is an inspiration for the company, and we are excited to expand our partnership with IRONMAN,” said Rob Canales, co-founder and CEO of ROKA. “It gives us the opportunity to continue connecting directly with athletes, and their dedication fuels our commitment to achieve the best in innovation. We look forward to working closely with IRONMAN and their amazing athletes as we elevate their experience through continued support, initiatives and groundbreaking products.”

About IRONMAN

The iconic IRONMAN^® Series of events is the largest participation sports platform in the world. Since the inception of the IRONMAN^® brand in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE^® by crossing finish lines at the world’s most challenging endurance races. Recognized for excellence through distinguished events, world-class athletes and quality products, IRONMAN has grown from a single race to a global sensation with more than 250 events and five unique brands: IRONMAN^®, IRONMAN^® 70.3^®, 5150™ Triathlon Series, Iron Girl^® and IRONKIDS^®. For more information, visit www.ironman.com.

Dallas, Texas, and Sarasota, Fla., January 28, 2016—ROKA Sports, Inc., a premium multisport brand has announced a multi-year official partner agreement with U.S. Masters Swimming, the national governing body for adult swimming in the United States.

The ROKA brand burst into the triathlon and swimming markets in 2013 and was quickly embraced by top athletes. “ROKA was founded by former All-American swimmers, so swimming is in our DNA. We’re so excited about our partnership with U.S. Masters Swimming and look forward to working closely with USMS and elevating the training of the Masters community by offering products that define the performance standard,” says Ryan Dolan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for ROKA.

USMS is excited to introduce ROKA to it’s diverse membership. “ROKA and U.S. Masters Swimming share a commitment to fitness and healthy living, and our mutual devotion to swimming embodies both those aspirations. Together we have a unique opportunity to give our community the latest insights and information on products and training that will empower swimmers of all abilities, inspiring them to achieve their best,” says Kyle Deery, Marketing Director for USMS.

USMS is excited to introduce ROKA to it’s diverse membership. “ROKA and U.S. Masters Swimming share a commitment to fitness and healthy living, and our mutual devotion to swimming embodies both those aspirations. Together we have a unique opportunity to give our community the latest insights and information on products and training that will empower swimmers of all abilities, inspiring them to achieve their best,” says Kyle Deery, Marketing Director for USMS.

About U.S. Masters Swimming

U.S. Masters Swimming is a nonprofit national governing body that promotes health, wellness, fitness, and competition for adults through swimming. USMS has more than 1,500 adult swim programs across the country and promotes information via the bimonthly member magazine, SWIMMER, monthly eNewsletters, STREAMLINES, and website, usms.org. USMS sanctions and promotes pool, open water, and virtual events and competitions. Nearly 65,000 adults are registered members of U.S. Masters Swimming.

ROKA and IRONMAN are proud to announce that ROKA Sports, Inc., a performance multisport brand, will be the exclusive swim partner and swim course sponsor for all U.S. IRONMAN^®events, including the IRONMAN^® World Championship beginning in 2015.

ROKA Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Rob Canales said, “IRONMAN and its community inspire us. For the dynamic, growing team at ROKA, this partnership is an amazing opportunity to connect directly with an incredible group of people who believe that Anything is Possible^®.  We look forward to working closely with IRONMAN and IRONMAN athletes to elevate their experience over the next several years through groundbreaking products, support and initiatives.”

“We are thrilled to partner with ROKA – as their innovative team and products are well-respected by IRONMAN athletes,” said Andrew Messick, Chief Executive Officer of IRONMAN. “We look forward to working with ROKA to enhance the athlete experience through our shared commitment to and passion for the sport of triathlon.”

As part of the partnership, IRONMAN will carry an assortment of ROKA co-branded products, including swim skins, wetsuits, caps, goggles and other swimwear beginning in March 2015.

“For many athletes, completing an IRONMAN triathlon represents the ultimate challenge,” added Ryan Dolan, ROKA Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “For others who race multiple times a year or have done many races over an extended period, IRONMAN is a way of life. For all athletes, IRONMAN is more than a race. We are honored to support the incredible dedication, perseverance and endurance that defines this community and organization.”

ABOUT IRONMAN

The iconic IRONMAN^® Series of events is the largest participation sports platform in the world. Since the inception of the IRONMAN^® brand in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE^® by crossing finish lines at the world’s most challenging endurance races. Recognized for excellence through distinguished events, world-class athletes and quality products, IRONMAN has grown from a single race to a global sensation with more than 190 events across five unique brands: IRONMAN^®, IRONMAN 70.3^®, 5150™ Triathlon Series, Iron Girl^® and IRONKIDS^®. For more information, visit www.ironman.com.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

ROKA was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the offering on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuits on the planet.  After two years of intense R&D, and testing by athletes of all abilities, ROKA launched its patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training lines in 2013.

ROKA products were immediately sought out by elite and developing swimmers alike. Professional athletes in ROKA finished First Out of the Water at back-to-back IRONMAN^® World Championships, IRONMAN 70.3^® World Championships, and ITU WTS Grand Finals, as well as many other races around the world.  In 2014, ROKA athletes Javier Gómez and Gwen Jorgensen won three World Championship titles.

ROKA Sports, Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Pacific Sports, LLC, the producers of some of the longest running triathlon events in the United States including the Los Angeles Triathlon, the Cleveland Triathlon, the Newport Beach Triathlon and more.

Pacific Sports President, Jack Caress said, “We are excited to work with such an innovative and dynamic brand that is fully engaged in the sport of triathlon. ROKA’s commitment to the sport mirrors our desire to have a premier brand activating at our many events across the United States. We are proud to align ourselves with ROKA and really look forward to a long-term partnership.”

Ryan Dolan, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at ROKA added, “Jack Caress and Pacific Sports have been putting on world-class events for a long time, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to support such a well-respected organization. Over the course of our partnership, we look forward to interacting directly with the diverse set of athletes who participate in these events, from first-time triathletes to veteran, top-level professionals.”

ABOUT PACIFIC SPORTS 

Pacific Sports is a premier sports consultation firm, specializing in event production, management, and corporate sports marketing development. Having produced over 300 sport events in the United States, including the 1996 Triathlon World Championships and 12 U.S. Championships, Pacific Sports is dedicated to the creation, development and management of participant and endurance sports including those of running, swimming, and cycling. Pacific Sports was a co-founder of the LifeTime Fitness Series comprising the major championships at the Olympic Distance in the United States. The firm produces events around the world including the Herbalife Triathlon (14 years), Cleveland Triathlon (28 years) and the Kring & Chung Newport Beach Triathlon (37 years).

DALLAS, Texas. March 7, 2014 — ROKA Sports, Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Vineman, Inc. the promoters of the multi-race Vineman triathlon series in Northern California, which includes Vineman 70.3, the Full Vineman, Barb's Race, and the Vineman Aquabike.