Sponsors
Parlee Cycles – Premier Sponsor of Black Dog Professional Cycling
PARLEE Cycles is a specialty manufacturer of carbon fiber racing bicycles. Founded in 2001 by Bob Parlee, PARLEE Cycles is solely focused on building the finest performing race bikes in the world for all disciplines. PARLEE is one of the few companies able to produce customizable carbon fiber frame sets along with a full range of road, triathlon, track and cyclocross models. PARLEE Cycles are now sold around the world through discriminating retailers.
Rudy Project is a modern, marketing oriented company that has established itself as a leading brand worldwide. Rudy Project designs and manufactures hi-tech sunglasses, goggles, helmets and accessories using the application of science, advanced materials and computer technology to create functional, aesthetically superior and technologically advanced products.
Athletes the world over have come to the same conclusion: GU works. Launched in 1991, the world’s first energy gel is still the most efficient sports fuel available today. GU’s carbohydrate blend delivers high-quality, easily-digested and long-lasting energy for athletes in every sport and at all levels. Every product is formulated to further GU Energy Labs’ mission: to help athletes go faster and longer than ever before and they keep the entire Black Dog team fueled, hydrated and properly recovered year-round.
Panache Cyclewear Co. makes racewear, ridewear, and lifestyle clothing for cyclists. They focus on aerodynamic improvements, absolute rider comfort, and engineering that enhances physiologic performance. But don’t let technology fool you – these kits are for every condition, too: wind, rain, heat; obstacles like mountains, cobbles, and gutters; epic human gestures like grimaces, grunts, and victory salutes. Built to last with one of the finest chamois in the business – give ‘em a click and get comfortable in the saddle.
EDGE is a relatively new company with a strong composites background, specifically in the bicycle industry. Our engineers have worked for bike industry companies such as Schwinn/GT, Specialized, Felt, Reynolds and Easton. In fact, you’re looking at over 30 years of carbon experience – and that’s just on the engineering side. Simply put, we’re a bunch of composite tech heads and we’re not afraid of introducing and investing in new design concepts, processes and technologies that enable us to offer the absolute best products on the market today (not to mention the things we’re working on for tomorrow). All EDGE products are proudly made in the USA in Ogden, Utah.
Wheeltags are graphic decals for bicycle wheels with deep or “aero” profiles. Designs are available in a variety of sizes and fit common rims such as the Zipp 404 as well as smaller rims like Velocity and deeper rims like the Zipp 808. We even make Wheeltags for disc wheels! If your a team and need custom tags, just give them a shout – they’ve fully outfitted the entire Black Dog team.
Roaring Mouse is the highest rated bike shop in San Francisco on Yelp.com, MTBR.com and Checkbook.org and is the CycleSoles distribution partner that fit the team for our custom insoles for the 2010-11 season. When you’re in the San Francisco area, be sure to stop by!