USA Triathlon, ROLA® Elevate Partnership

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Triathlon members can continue to take advantage of great deals and discounts on ROLA® bike carriers, as the two parties have extended and elevated their partnership through 2010.

A Bronze-level sponsor in 2009, ROLA® has increased its commitment to USAT as a Silver-level Sponsor in 2010. The agreement includes giveaways of ROLA® products through promotions and at USAT national championship events.

ROLA® bike carriers are designed to fit any vehicle and feature easy-on, easy-off functionality. Soft rubber cradles protect the bike frame, and the tilt feature permits easy trunk access and unloading of equipment. ROLA® also offers an extensive variety of hitch-mounted carriers.

"Extending this partnership with ROLA® means our members will continue to have access to a quality product that can enhance their multisport lifestyle," said Skip Gilbert, USA Triathlon's CEO. "Safely and easily transporting bicycles to and from events is of upmost importance to our members, and ROLA® products meet those needs."

USAT members receive a 10 percent discount on ROLA® products. Visit www.rolaproducts.com/usat.asp for details.

ROLA® bike carriers can easily handle up to four bike styles at the same time. Additionally, ROLA® is so confident in their products they guarantee that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for five years from the date of retail purchase.

"We are pleased to be a part of the mission that USA Triathlon has set forth," said Paul Caruso, vice president and general manager of Ceqent Performance Products, Inc., the parent company of ROLA®. "We hope to provide to its members a selection of quality products that were designed to meet the intense needs of their competitive biking habits."

About ROLA®
Born 25 years ago, ROLA® is Australia's premier vehicle outfitter. The ROLA® phenomenon has made its way across the globe to North America where it continues the legacy of innovation, "Outback tested" toughness and exceptional quality. Designed with stylish function, ROLA® offers several different bike carrier models available with features you would expect from an industry leader. Traditional, sport, mountain, racing, men's and women's - no matter the type or style ROLA® can carry it. Available in 2-, 3- and 4-bike options, several models fit either 1-1/4" or 2" receiver hitches. Learn more at www.rolaproducts.com.

About USA Triathlon
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon - one of the fastest growing sports in the world - as well as duathlon, aquathlon and winter triathlon in the United States. USAT sanctions 3,100 races and connects with nearly 130,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work with athletes, coaches, and race directors on the grassroots level, USAT provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Championships, Pan American Games and the Summer Olympic Games.