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Linsey said, "The basis of my sponsorship philosophy is to only work with brands I truly believe in and whose product I would purchase on my own. I'm really excited to add ROKA to this line-up.  I have been fascinated by their product innovation and growth since they entered the triathlon market and am super excited about the opportunity to work with them this year. I have been working hard on my swim this off-season, and I am excited for a fast & fun year with the ROKA team. Partnering with a company like ROKA motivates me as an athlete to continuously improve."

ROKA’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing Ryan Dolan said, “We are thrilled to partner with Linsey Corbin.  She is the fastest American woman ever at the full Ironman distance and is universally respected for her professionalism off the course. Linsey is also one of the most approachable and recognizable figures in the sport of triathlon. We are honored to partner with her and we believe she’ll be an excellent ambassador for ROKA.”

ABOUT LINSEY CORBIN

Linsey Corbin grew up in Bend, Oregon with dreams of winning Olympic Gold in downhill ski racing. Linsey ran track and cross country in high school and her early college years before transferring to the University of Montana in Missoula where she found triathlon. Corbin is the Ironman American Record Holder with a time of 8:42:42. Linsey is also a 5x Ironman champion, a 4x Ironman 70.3 champion and has also finished on the podium at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships.

Linsey Corbin joins ROKA’s growing team of champion athletes including 6x World Champion and Olympic Silver Medalist Javier Gómez, ITU World Champion Gwen Jorgensen, 2x Ironman World Champion Chris McCormack, 2x ITU World Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Moffatt, 2x Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt, 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Ironman/Challenge winner Rachel Joyce, 7x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, 4x Wildflower Champion Jesse Thomas, 5x Ironman winner Jordan Rapp and more.

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 is also the Official Swim Sponsor for all US IRONMAN® races as well as the IRONMAN® World Championship.

Los Angeles Triathlon Club President Paul Hekimian added, “LA Tri Club is super excited to partner with ROKA.  Our members are always looking for the best performance products on the market, and having a multisport company that was created by swimmers and triathletes for athletes of all abilities was important in our decision making process.  ROKA’s advanced-technology, innovative materials and patent pending designs have quickly moved ROKA to the top of the market.  LA Tri Club is proud to partner with a performance driven brand such as ROKA.”

ABOUT LA TRI CLUB

The LA Tri Club is one of the largest triathlon clubs in the World with over 1800 members.  The LA Tri Club was established to provide a network of information, support services, training & racing activities, friendship and fun for all ages and abilities. 

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 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 Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ryan Dolan said, “QBP is the gold standard in multisport specialty distribution, and we're delighted to partner with them. QBP offers retailers top flight support on product selection, and their dedicated inside and outside sales force does an excellent job helping new retailers develop the right mix of products for their shops. With over 5,000 accounts, QBP's reach and expertise are a perfect fit for us as we seek to make our products available to more athletes.”

ABOUT QUALITY BICYCLE PRODUCTS

With over 5,000 customers, QBP is a leading distributor to the cycling and outdoor industries. Dedicated to high performance and outstanding results, QBP is committed to being in the top 1% of all distributors. Carrying more than 36,000 products from 450 vendors, the company offers domestic and international retailers a wide array of products and services including a 1,700 page catalog; an online ordering system; a renowned custom wheel service; a specialty bike-building program, and more. The company owns five bike brands including All-City, Civia, Foundry, Salsa Cycles, and Surly. QBP also owns 45 North, Whisky Parts Co., Dimension and Problem Solvers. Through its Q-Outdoor division, QBP distributes products to thousands of independent ski, run, and outdoor retailers. QBP operates LEED certified distribution centers in Minnesota, Utah and Pennsylvania, which allows QBP to reach 95% of its customers in the US with ground shipping in one or two days.  

Media Contact:

Ryan Dolan, VP Sales & Marketing

Email: [email protected]

ABOUT MARK ALLEN

Mark Allen is a six-time Hawaii Ironman World Champion. He was named “The World’s Fittest Man” by Outside magazine, voted “The Greatest Endurance Athlete Of All Time” by ESPN, and selected as “The Greatest Triathlete Of All Time” by Triathlete magazine. He is a motivational speaker, coach, endurance sports product consultant, and award-winning author. Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You, co-authored with Brant Secunda, received the prestigious Nautilus Book Award in the category of Health, Healing and Energetic Medicine in 2010.

Mark Allen joins ROKA’s growing team of coaches and champions including 4x ITU World Champion & '12 Olympic Silver Medalist Javier Gómez, ITU World Champion Gwen Jorgensen, 2x Ironman World Champion Chris McCormack, Siri Lindley and Team Sirius, Mat Steinmetz and 51 Speed Shop, 2x ITU World Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Moffatt, 2x Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt, 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Challenge Roth winner Rachel Joyce and others. 

Media Contact: 

Ryan Dolan, VP Sales & Marketing Emai: [email protected]

Phone: (877) 985-ROKA (7652) x 104

ABOUT CHRIS MCCORMACK

Chris McCormack is a 2x Ironman World Champion, ITU Short and Long-Course World Champion, 12x Ironman Champion, 7x World Cup Champion, and Goodwill Games Gold Medalist. When not training or racing, McCormack enjoys surfing and relaxing with family and friends, splitting time between Phuket Thailand and Sydney Australia.

McCormack joins ROKA’s team of champions including 4x ITU and Ironman 70.3 World Champion & '12 Olympic Silver Medalist Javier Gómez, ITU World Champion Gwen Jorgensen, 2x ITU World Champion & Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Moffatt, 2x Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt, 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Ironman/Challenge Roth winner Rachel Joyce, 4x Wildflower Champion Jesse Thomas and others.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet. After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swim skin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first two seasons, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, multiple Ironman 70.3 World Championships, multiple ITU WTS Grand Finals, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, numerous Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more. ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in Southern California and Boulder, Colorado.  

Media Contact:

Ryan Dolan, VP Sales & Marketing

Email: [email protected]

ABOUT BEN BIGGLESTONE & VO2 MULTISPORT

Actively coaching since 1993, Ben holds a degree in Sport and Exercise Science and coaching qualifications from the British Triathlon Federation (BTF) and USAT. Racing since 1989, Ben has competed at all levels including Elite Junior, Elite Senior and Age group. Ben is a two-time National Championship medalist in the UK (Long Course Triathlon and Duathlon) and has also qualified four times and raced at the Ironman World Championships three times. VO2 Multisport won the Division IV Triathlon Club World Title in 2013 and just recently captured the Club Title at Ironman Coeur D’ Alene. VO2Multisport Performance Center offers a wide range of training options. World-class coaching, comprehensive camps and clinics and a team of athletes who train to compete at the Performance Center voted “Best of Competitor, Northwest” by Competitor Magazine. VO2 Multisport is currently based in Seattle, Washington.

Ben Bigglestone and VO2 Multisport join ROKA’s growing team of champions including 3x ITU World Champion & '12 Olympic Silver Medalist Javier Gómez, Olympian Gwen Jorgensen, Siri Lindley and Team Sirius, 51 Speed Shop and Mat Steinmetz, 2x ITU World Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Moffatt, 2x Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt, 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Ironman/Challenge winner Rachel Joyce, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, 4x Wildflower Champion Jesse Thomas and others.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet. After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more. ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado.

Media Contact:

Ryan Dolan, VP Sales & Marketing

Email: [email protected]

Coming into T2 about 4:30 down on Svenja, the thought process was to take it mile by mile and mainly, hydration and nutrition like a rolling buffet at every aid station. Oink Oink I know - but it was absolutely needed to survive out there and not pop like a champagne cork. I felt grateful to have known the trials and tribulations of this beefy St. George run course and thankfully knew where to hustle and hum up the longer inclines best I could muster. As the miles ticked off and I could see Svenja semi in reach up the long, dry, hot road amongst the gorgeous red rocks - it was the raw moment of pleasure and pain to try to go as fast as I could up to her to have even a glimmer of hope to make the pass. A risk that had to be taken in the moment. At mile 11, the TT effort to Svenja combined with my piggy like nutritional feast seemed to work out a-okay and the rest of the course was a downward grade to the finish! It was a risk worth taking and you always relish the days where the body behaves as a result of this mindset and risk.

I'm delighted to have the opportunity to come back to St. George again this year and have a chance to share the course with the MOST world class field of pro women that this race has seen yet. The "US Champion" title is back up for grabs and the person willing to take the most chances and "go for gold" will be the one to come out on top. I wish everyone the absolute best for a safe and happy race!

Vineman organizer Amy Latourette said, "We are very excited to partner with ROKA.  Although a relatively new company, they certainly have been on our radar and clearly have a great product with the likes of Laura Bennett, Meredith Kessler, Jesse Thomas and Tim Reed already wearing ROKA wetsuits."  She added, "And with the recent addition to the ROKA family of some of the biggest names in the sport, such as Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Melissa Hauschildt and Rachel Joyce, 2014 is their year to really make their mark in the sport of triathlon.  We are proud to align ourselves with ROKA and really look forward to a long-term partnership."

ROKA's VP of Sales & Marketing Ryan Dolan said, "We're thrilled to partner with Vineman.  This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Full Vineman, the oldest independently run triathlon in the continental United States and we couldn't be more excited to support Vineman.  For many triathletes, Vineman races represent the best of what triathlon has to offer: iconic destinations, a cult-like following, incredible competition, and some of the best run races on the circuit.  In addition to operating their races, Vineman engages the surrounding community throughout the  entire year, with training sessions and practice swims at Johnson's Beach."  He added, "As a developing brand, Vineman offers a unique opportunity to interact directly with race participants at each race through swim demonstrations, expo clinics and athlete receptions. It's a great organization and we're glad to be a part of it.  Stay tuned to http://www.vineman.com and our social media sites for the chance to win a free race entry to either the Full Vineman or Vineman 70.3 courtesy of ROKA."

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet. After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more. ROKA athletes kicked of 2014 with a bang, winning Challenge Philippines, Panama 70.3, Ironman New Zealand and finishing First Out of the Water or making the podium at several other races. ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado.

“With all of my focus now on the 2016 Olympics, I was looking for a swim partner that was willing to grow and innovate with me over the next few years,” said Jorgensen. “ROKA is doing that and in the process, I believe, helping to evolve the sport of ITU racing. ROKA currently has a phenomenal line of wetsuits and we are working together to create suits that will cater to my body and the demands of ITU racing.”

ROKA CEO and Co-Founder Rob Canales said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Gwen to ROKA. Gwen represents a new era in women’s triathlon in the United States, and we couldn’t be more excited to support her and that movement. Gwen is a meticulous athlete and a consummate professional who is constantly looking for ways to improve. No one can doubt Gwen’s talent, but what’s impressed us most is her dedication to the process of improvement in every facet of her life.  We can't wait to work with her.”

ROKA Co-Founder Kurt Spenser added, “Gwen's approach resonates strongly with our team and inspires our innovation. She’s dedicated every minute of her life to becoming the best athlete and person that she can be; there couldn’t be a better fit.  We look forward to working with Gwen in the years to come.”

ABOUT GWEN JORGENSEN

Gwen Jorgensen is from Waukesha, Wisconsin but now calls St. Paul, Minnesota home.  She divides time between Australia, Basque Country, Spain and the USA under revered New Zealander Jamie Turner, Triathlon Canada’s National High Performance Coach.  Gwen is a 2012 Olympian who became the first American woman in ITU World Triathlon Series history to win a race (San Diego, 2013) en route to earning three total WTS victories during the 2013 season.  Gwen was recognized by Inside Triathlon as one of the “10 Most Influential People in Triathlon,” and she is represented by Heather Novickis, Director of Endurance Sports, at Octagon.

Jorgensen will wear ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit, Viper Pro Speed Suit, SIM Pro Shorts and other racing and training products in development.

Jorgensen joints ROKA’s growing team of champion athletes including 3x ITU World Champion & '12 Olympic Silver Medalist Javier Gómez, 2x ITU World Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Moffatt, 2x Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt, 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Ironman/Challenge winner Rachel Joyce, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, 2x Olympian Laura Bennett, 11x Iron-distance & 3x 70.3 Champion Gina Crawford, 3x Wildflower Champion Jesse Thomas and others.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

    ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet. After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more. ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado. 

  Media Contact: Ryan Dolan - VP, Sales & Marketing Emai: [email protected] Phone: (877) 985-ROKA (7652) x 104

"I am very excited about being part of the ROKA team.” Gómez said.  “The first day I swam in ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit and Viper Pro Swimskin, I knew that they were the fastest and most comfortable I had ever worn.  Looking forward to the years ahead, I am very motivated and incredibly excited to have formed a long-term partnership with ROKA.”

ROKA CEO & Co-Founder Rob Canales said, “We’re honored to work with Javi.  He’s a once in a generation athlete.  Despite his accomplishments, Javi has huge goals, including more ITU World Titles, the Ironman 70.3 World Championship, the 2016 Olympics, and beyond.  Our goal is to elevate Javi’s performance even further, and we’re confident we can deliver.  Off the course, Javi is a great person who is widely respected among his peers.  We know he’ll be a fantastic ambassador for ROKA.”

ROKA Co-Founder Kurt Spenser added, “We focus on designing performance not just products.  Javi connected immediately with this philosophy, and there is no doubt that his requirements represent the bleeding edge of triathlon.  Inspiration is at the heart of our innovation, and to say we are inspired to work with Javi is an understatement.”

ABOUT JAVIER GÓMEZ

Javier Gómez hails from Pontevedra, Spain and is one of the most accomplished and versatile triathletes of all time.  Gómez will wear ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit, Viper Pro Swimskin, SIM Pro training shorts, ROKA’s upcoming ITU and non-ITU race apparel and other racing and training products in development.  

Gómez joins ROKA’s impressive squad of professional athletes that includes multiple world champions, Olympians, and over a dozen Ironman and Half-iron distance champions.  Gómez was recently named 2013 Endurance Live Male Triathlete of the Year.  He will kick-off the 2014 season at Ironman 70.3 Panama on February 15th.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

    ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet.  After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more. ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado.  

  Media Contact: Ryan Dolan - VP, Sales & Marketing Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-877-985-ROKA x 104

"I am delighted to be partnering up with ROKA for the 2014 season and beyond,” Joyce said.  “The ROKA team have put a lot of time into developing the design of the Maverick wetsuit, and I felt this immediately when I tried it for the first time.  The flexibility of the suit allows me to replicate my usual pool stroke, especially around the shoulders, plus it has some added features that actually enhanced my swimming.  I’m looking forward to some fast swims this year with ROKA.”

ROKA VP of Sales & Marketing Ryan Dolan said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Rachel to ROKA.  Rachel is a very strong swimmer and incredibly well-rounded triathlete. She’s a frontrunner in any field and with Kona in her sights again, Rachel is looking for the very best products on the market that can give her a competitive advantage.  We’re excited to provide her with what we believe to be the fastest wetsuit and swimskin in the world and to support her training needs with our SIM short as she looks to top the podium at Kona this season and in years to come.”

ABOUT RACHEL JOYCE

Joyce hails from the United Kingdom but now lives and trains full-time in Boulder, CO under 6x Ironman World Champion Dave Scott.  Joyce’s career highlights including winning Challenge Roth, the ITU Long Course World Championships, Ironman Lanzarote and multiple Ironman 70.3 events.  Joyce joins ROKA’s growing team of champion female pros, including 2x Olympian Laura Bennett, 11x Iron-distance and 3x 70.3 Champion Gina Crawford, 70.3 World Champion and 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 3x World Champion Mel Hauschildt, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, Olympic Bronze Medalist and 2x ITU World Champion Emma Moffatt, and others.  

Joyce will wear ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit, Viper Pro Speed Suit, SIM Pro Shorts and other racing and training products in development.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

    ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet.  After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, and more.  ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado. 

"I’m very excited to be working with ROKA,” Hauschildt said. “I have just started, but in testing the products I have already seen my times dramatically fall in the pool.  I’m very impressed with the entire product line. I knew these guys were onto something, but they didn’t stop at just wetsuits.  The Viper swimskins and SIM shorts are amazing.  I'm really excited to see what I can do in a race.” 

ROKA CEO & Co-Founder, Rob Canales said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Melissa Hauschildt to ROKA.  In just three years in the sport, Mel has won two Ironman 70.3 World titles and shown herself to be dominant at the 70.3 distance.  As a former elite steeplechaser, Mel has blazing run splits and in a short period of time has developed a wicked bike capability that threatens some of the strongest in the sport.  With a transition to Ironman racing and a possible Kona start on the horizon in coming years, a solid non-wetsuit swim will be important to get Mel’s day started off well.  Our products help elite and developing swimmers alike, so we’re confident we can help Mel elevate her swim.  We believe she will be a fantastic ambassador for ROKA.”

“Coming from a non-swimming background and being a runner I've always sunk in the water," Hauschildt added. "When I try to swim faster I actually swim at the same speed but with much more effort. When I looked into ROKA I continually read ‘swim faster with less effort.’ That's what I need!”

ABOUT MELISSA HAUSCHILDT

  Hauschildt splits time between her home country of Australia and Boulder, CO.  In just three years of racing triathlon, Hauschildt has had two Ironman 70.3 World Championship titles, one ITU Long Distance World Championship, 16 Half Ironman wins in 22 starts, 15 course records, eight sub-4:10 Half Ironman finishes, and has won Triathlete of the Year and Performance of the Year awards from multiple media outlets.  Hauschildt recently announced that she will open her season by defending her title at the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon in early March.

Hauschildt joints ROKA’s growing team of champion female pros, including 2x Olympian Laura Bennett, 11x Iron-distance & 3x 70.3 Champion Gina Crawford, Ironman 70.3 World Champion & 3x Xterra World Champion Julie Dibens, 2013 Kona Runner-up & Ironman/Challenge winner Rachel Joyce, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, Olympic Bronze Medalist & 2x ITU World Champion Emma Moffatt and others.

Hauschildt will wear ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit, Viper Pro Speed Suit, SIM Pro Shorts and other racing and training products in development.  She is represented by Evan Gallagher at BPM-Sport Athlete Management (BAM).

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

    ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet.  After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short training line in March 2013.

In their first season, ROKA products saw widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike, and ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman® and Ironman® 70.3 races, and more.  ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado. 

"I’m very excited to work with ROKA,” Moffatt said.  “Swimming in my ROKA suits is an amazing feeling. No other suit I've worn before has the comfort and flexibility, which is a great combination for a speedy swim!”

ROKA CEO and Co-Founder Rob Canales said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Emma to ROKA. We had the pleasure of working unofficially with her last season and supporting her wins at Hy-Vee and Noosa as well as her First Out of the Water and Bronze medal at the ITU World Triathlon Series Grand Final.  This year, we’re excited to formalize our relationship and support Emma’s attempt to become the first triathlete in history to win the ITU WTS World Championship and the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in the same year.”

ROKA’s Co-Founder Kurt Spenser added, “Emma is one of the most dominating athletes on the ITU circuit, with two world championships under her belt.  Last year Emma had three ITU World Triathlon Series podiums and with big wins at Hy-Vee, Nepean and Noosa, she’s demonstrated that she is a legitimate threat to win any race she enters.  Emma doesn’t have any weaknesses on the course.  While she typically leads from the swim, she can also gap up on the bike or run you down.  She’s a fantastic ambassador for ROKA and truly represents our relentless pursuit of excellence.  We were flattered that she opted to wear our suits last year without contract at a number of high value events, and that reinforces our belief in the quality and performance of our products.”

Moffatt’s management team at BPM Sport noted “Emma gave us a very clear brief for 2014 after trying out ROKA last year. She wanted to race with ROKA and no one else as she is focused on always training and racing with the best possible equipment. We were pleased to work with the team at ROKA to put in place a multi-year arrangement that will assist Emma to remain at front of the pack for years to come.”

Moffatt hails from the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, and splits time between home, various international training camps, and Boulder, CO.  She races for Australia with ROKA Pro Ashleigh Gentle and joins ROKA’s growing team of champion female pros, including 2x Olympian Laura Bennett, 11x Iron-distance and 3x 70.3 Champion Gina Crawford, 70.3 World Champion Julie Dibens, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, Ironman and Challenge Roth Champion and 2013 Kona Runner-up Rachel Joyce, 4x Ironman Champion Amy Marsh, 2x 70.3 World Champion Mel Hauschildt, and others soon to be announced.  

Moffatt will wear ROKA’s Maverick Pro Wetsuit, Viper Pro Speed Suit, SIM Pro Shorts and other racing and training products in development.

ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

    ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by two former All-American swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet.  After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit, Viper swimskin and SIM short line in March 2013.  ROKA products have seen widespread acceptance by elite and developing swimmers alike. In 2013, ROKA pro athletes finished first out of the water at the Ironman World Championship, the ITU WTS Grand Final, the Hy-Vee 5150 Elite Cup Championship, several Ironman® and Ironman® 70.3 races, and more.  ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in California and Colorado.  

Moffatt is represented by Evan Gallagher at BPM Sport Athlete Management (BAM). Media Contact: Ryan Dolan - VP, Sales & Marketing Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-877-985-ROKA x 104

"Tim is an awesome addition to our pro team." said ROKA CEO and Co-Founder Rob Canales. 

"Tim brings both great talent and personality to ROKA.  He's already an accomplished athlete and fierce competitor with lofty goals and great coaching.  We're excited to support him as he sharpens his swim weapon to compliment his already monster bike and run. Tim is a true professional and family man, but he isn't afraid to bring his own unique individuality and passion to the sport.  You'll often see him in the lead pack rocking a trucker hat, mustache and fluorescent swim brief."

Co-Founder Kurt Spenser added, "When we first met Tim, he told us that he was a tough customer - extremely hard to fit and to please when it came to wetsuits.  We love a challenge from athletes like Tim, pro or amateur, who take the performance of their gear so seriously.  We do, too.  It's why we started ROKA." 

Tim "Timbo" Reed hails from Lord Howe Island, Byron Bay, Australia and splits the year between Australia and Boulder, Colorado.  He joins ROKA's growing ranks of sponsored triathletes, led by three-time Wildflower Champion Jesse Thomas, two-time Olympian and World Championship Medalist Laura Bennett, 5x Ironman Champion Meredith Kessler, and many other pros and top elite triathletes realizing the benefit of ROKA's unmatched performance. 

  Canales noted, "Tim recently wore ROKA's Maverick Pro Wetsuit at Ironman 70.3 Yeppoon and at Ironman 70.3 Vineman, where he finished first and second overall, respectively.  We look forward to seeing him race in our Viper Pro swimskin this weekend at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships.  ROKA athletes have finished 'First Out of the Water' and have won or made the podium in an incredible number of races this season; we take pride in the performance of our team and are deadly serious about the performance of our products.  I can't wait to see what lies ahead for Tim."

  Spenser added, "Our biggest challenge at ROKA was making the fastest wetsuit possible that worked for elite as well as non-elite swimmers. After years of development we finally cracked the code with the Maverick Pro.  This season, we've been just as thrilled to see non-elite swimmers like Tim Reed and Jesse Thomas make the lead swim pack or the first chase group, with less effort, in the ROKA Maverick Pro as we were to see Laura Bennett clock the fastest overall swim time at Ironman 70.3 Raleigh (beating all the professional men as well) or Meredith Kessler win the swim at Ironman New Zealand by over four minutes....races that all of those athletes went on to win."

  In addition to the Maverick Pro fullsuit and Viper Pro swimskin, Tim will wear ROKA's innovative SIM Pro shorts and other racing and training products currently in development.

  ABOUT ROKA SPORTS

  ROKA is a performance multisport brand that was founded in 2011 by Rob Canales and Kurt Spenser, two former varsity swimmers from Stanford University, who, after being frustrated by the wetsuit offerings on the market, set out to make the fastest wetsuit on the planet.  After two years of product development, the ROKA team launched their patent-pending Maverick wetsuit line this season.  While designing the Maverick, the ROKA team also developed a neoprene short for training, called the SIM.  ROKA is based in Dallas, Texas with employees in Los Angeles, California and Portland, Oregon.  Learn more at www.rokasports.com.