Sponsorships

	UVM Cycling is extremely fortunate to have a number of sponsors for the 2007-08 school-year. Our sponsors provide us with products, services, and financial support we need for training, travel, and competition. Please visit our sponsors. Logos are linked to company websites.
	Without the support of the University and the Student Government Association (SGA), UVM Cycling would cease to exist. UVM and SGA provide us with critical financial and logistical support throughout the year and allow us to hold an on campus crit every road season.
	Giant manufactures carbon and aluminum frames designed to endure years of hard training and racing. Both our mountain and road teams are provided with a discount on Giant bikes. Aggressive positioning, state-of-the-art frame technology and cutting-edge componentry help the racers of UVM Cycling reach their full potential on the race course.
	Thomson is the official stem and seat-post supplier of our pro and semi-pro riders. They manufacture light-weight, durable products for both road and off-road riding.
	Michelin USA is the official tire supplier of UVM Cycling. Michelin has been making high quality bicycle tires for over a hundred years. They offer a complete range of high performance tires, each specifically suited to a particular type of riding. Their road tires are incredibly lightweight without compromising performance or durability and their off-road tires provide the traction and handling capability that the downhill and cross country racers of UVM Cycling demand.
	Pedro’s supplies UVM Cycling with a wide array of bicycle care products. They provide us with the tools, equipment, and cleaning products we need to keep our bikes tuned and looking like new. You never know when you’re going to get a flat on a ride or have to do a last minute repair before a race. Pedro’s helps UVM Cycling be prepared for anything.
	Chrome manufacturers messenger bags and urban cycling wear designed to endure biking in the rain mud, snow, and grit. We use Chrome Bags when traveling to races or riding around campus through brutal Vermont winters.
	A good pair of glasses is an essential component of riding and racing apparel. Glasses protect our eyes from sun, wind, rain, snow, and bugs. Rudy Project USA provides UVM Cycling riders with discounts on their comfortable, stylish, cutting-edge eyewear products and accessories.
	The physical therapy and sports performance experts of Green Mountain Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine support UVM Cycling by providing us with performance testing and professional bike fits. Performance testing is the best indicator of training progress and allows our riders to train smart and perform better. A proper bike fit is essential for cyclists at all levels of ability as it increases efficiency and reduces the risk of injury. Green Mountain Rehab is locally owned and operated out of the SkiRack building on Main Street in Burlington.
	A proper warm-up helps to avoid injury and is critical to race performance. Unfortunately, there isn't always ample space to warm-up at races. Saris, the parent company of Cyclops, provides us with discounted rates on Cyclops stationary trainers that can be set up in a matter of seconds. Cyclops trainers are built to last and are much quieter than most trainers.
	Members of UVM Cycling spend anywhere from one to eight hours in the saddle at a time. Most people don't realize the importance of a good pair of socks during a long ride or race. Sock Guy provides UVM Cycling with stylish, comfortable and durable socks designed to wick moisture away from our feet to prevent blisters and discomfort. Their socks have been designed to meet the demands of training and competition.


	Bicycle riding and racing have been on the rise in the United States for several years. Growth in the popularity of competitive cycling has increased the amount of exposure given to race teams and consequently their sponsors, making cycling a smart marketing tool. All of our sponsors receive place on our jersey. Each year, those company logos receive thousands of hours of training and racing exposure. We accept both product and financial sponsorship. Monetary donations are tax deductible. There are several sponsorship packages available. Contact our sponsorship coordinator, Chris Worden at Christopher.Worden@uvm.edu for more information.