January 15, 2016
Happy 2016! The year may have just begun, but Rudy Project athletes are proving their dominance in sporting disciplines all over the world. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay updated on our products, athletes, and deals! Dive into this week’s News Review:
Rudy Project News:
Rudy Project Helmets: Proven Performance in 2015
From triathletes to inline speed skaters, Rudy Project supported competitors in multiple disciplines with the world’s most technically cool lids this year. Take a walk down memory lane & check out how our helmets elevated athlete performances to the highest level in 2015: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=7698
Wrap Around Shield Shades
Recommended by Forbes Magazine
Cyclist, runner, or skier? The Rudy Project Ergomask is perfect for athletes of all kinds! See why Forbes included our full-shield style sunglass in their Performance Inc. feature: http://www.forbes.com/performance-inc/#/
What’s Next on the Rudy Event Calendar:
Rudy Project is happy to be back at the one and only Tour de Palm Springs January 22nd-23rd, with outrageous deals on our award winning helmets, sunglasses and gear! Come by our booth to meet the Rudy team, and check out all the stellar deals we’ve got! P.S. The Tralyx will be there too…
To see all the events Rudy Project will be at in 2016, click here!
Athlete News:
Rudy Project Partners with Etixx Quick-Step
for 2016 Season
The rumors are true! Rudy Project is the Official Sunglass of the Etixx – Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team for the 2016 season! Read more about this exciting partnership on our press blog: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=7760
Go USA! Two World Cup Wins for U.S. Nordic Skiers
And another one joins the club! Congrats @jessdiggs on your 1st World Cup win!!
pic.twitter.com/QXasdmbOoH
— Kikkan Randall (@kikkanimal) January 8, 2016
Just after Sophie Caldwell became the 2nd US woman to win a World Cup race, Jessie Diggins also joined the club (Rudy athlete Kikkan Randall was the first)! You can read about Sophie’s race here & Jessie’s here. Congrats ladies!
Technically Cool Gear at the 2016 Dakar Rally
The 2016 Dakar Rally is underway, and Rudy Project is proud to support the legendary Peugeot 2008 DKR Team, & five-time Dakar Rally victor Cyril Despres. The Dakar Rally is one of the most difficult and extreme motorsports races in the world, and the 2016 edition has participants battling over 15 days through Bolivia and Argentina. Read more: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=7739
Collins Takes Pucon 70.3
https://t.co/EBwLU3xkDf Congrats to @blueseventy athlete @triBC on winning #IM703Pucon! #thisisourlab pic.twitter.com/LalnPai7QW
— blueseventy (@blueseventy) January 12, 2016
Ben Collins broke out of a swim-bike duel with Igor Amorelli by a 3rd-best run and took home the crown at IRONMAN 70.3 Pucon. Read more about his victory here: http://www.slowtwitch.com/News/Collins_Riveros_take_Pucon_70.3_5576.html
Brad Cooper: The Most Amazing Athlete
You May Have Never Heard Of
You may not know who Brad Cooper is, but he just might be one of the most impressive athletes in the United States. Read more about his incredible endurance achievements here: http://milehighsports.com/brad-cooper-the-most-amazing-athlete-you-may-have-never-heard-of/
Rudy Project: With Kikkan Randall From the Beginning
Nordic Skier, Kikkan Randall, grew into her career as a professional athlete with Rudy Project by her side. In Kikkan’s second article for Rudy Project, she walks us through her days as a high school skier to her current status as a World Champion, all while wearing the most technically cool gear on the planet. Check it out: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=7680
Up Close with Gina Crawford
A chat with @Gina_Crawford about changes in 2016 https://t.co/XzFDnkHi6q #triathlon #family #symphony pic.twitter.com/fIwfLBV9dP
— slowtwitch.com (@slowtwitch) January 13, 2016
Pro triathlete Gina Crawford is getting ready for the 2016 Challenge Wanaka, but she also has coaching and playing in the Christchurch Symphony on her mind. Check out her most recent interview with slowtwitch:
http://www.slowtwitch.com/Interview/Up_close_with_Gina_Crawford_5583.html
Retro Product of the Week:
Here’s a little red, white, and blue pride showcased on the Ayron helmet! Unfortunately, you can’t get your hands on one of these bad boys anymore, but the Wingspan does come in a USA color scheme, which you can check out on our website!
From Our Social Media:
From across the vast internet to right in our own back yard, here are some of the coolest photos, videos & stories that have been shared with us lately. Most of them, sent to us from people just like you, Rudy Project fans! Take a moment if you haven’t already, and connect with us on social media – keep sending us your photos, videos & stories – we’ll be sure to share them with the world!
La squadra è pronta per il debutto stagionale di domani alla @vueltaaltachira2016 #nevergiveup #buildyourdream A photo posted by Team Southeast – Venezuela (@southeastpct) on
My girlfriend tried making a parachute #vscocam #beach #miami #ootd #makeportraits #pursuitofportraits A photo posted by Roman Siromakha (@roman_sir) on
Beach day with @rudyprojectna A photo posted by Kaila Charice (@kailacharice) on
Just me and the desert and the wind and the sand this morning. Completed my first 90k for the #festive500! Weather was not on my side today but it’s always great to get out and ride my bike! #festive500 #fitchickstri #abudhabitriathlon #alwathbacycletrack #rapha #stravaproveit #desert #bike #cyclechick @rapha @rudyprojectna @ridebikeshop #livbeyond @livcycling_me A photo posted by Leyla (@fitchickstri) on
6. As in 6 miles⚡️10,300yards, you know you’ve swam far when your watch converts to miles
it was dark, cold and rainy but I accomplished my annual Happy Birthday
6mi for the 3rd year! Every time I’ve completed this swim, I feel a little stronger and I’m so pumped UP! For me it’s hard to believe I just started swimming laps 5 years ago! It’s never too late to #workharddreambigdocoolshit ⚡️#fitstrongfierce A photo posted by heatherrosescott (@heatherrosescott) on
A rainbow sprinkled surprise appeared on my desk this morning. @rudyprojectna #itsfriday #pink #newshades #casualwear #donutfriday #sprinkles #confettifun A photo posted by Stephanie Artis (@stephanieartis) on
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