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$10,000 Cash Up For Grabs in Dirtball’s Inaugural “Pedal 2 The People Tour Fueled Monster Energy”

- 100% Eco-friendly apparel and gear company showing off Carolina talent with mountain bike tour.

HICKORY, N.C. (May 15, 2013) – Eco-friendly apparel brand Dirtball announced the return of the “Pedal 2 The People Tour Fueled by Monster Energy,” a 3 stop regional North Carolina mountain bike series that will award thousands of dollars in cash and prizes and championships. North Carolina-based Dirtball developed this concept as a way to highlight the talents of regionally-based mountain bikers, as well as to promote the importance of mountain bike trails and environmental awareness in the Carolinas.

“Last year our Pedal 2 The People Tour was a huge success with some great talent and over 125 entries.“ stated Joe Fox, President of Dirtball. “We are very excited about this year’s tour! We were able to throw in great partners like Monster Energy, Quality Mart, SMG Events, Wake County Parks and Rec., and vendor village and it’ll be a great time.” “We are proud to have created what will be the only South East mountain bike tour of its kind with this size purse,” said Fox.

The dates are

June 22 – Harris Lake County Park – New Hill, NC

July14^th – Greensboro NC, Country Park  

August 17^th – Winston Salem, NC

The tour will award a purse of $10,000 to be distributed in prize money as well as product prizes and trophies as well.

Dirtball Fashion founder and President Joe Fox has had a long history in sports. After decades of racing sports cars, starts in the NASCAR Nationwide Series and as a racing instructor, Fox spread his entrepreneurial wings to create Dirtball Fashion. Products went on sale in 2008 and the current lineup includes T-shirts, shorts, hats, hoodies, and socks, all made with 100% recycled cotton and recycled water bottles - making Dirtball the “greenest” action sports brand around.

For full information, sign up sheets, judging and division information regarding Dirtball’s “Pedal 2 The People Tour Fueled by Monster Energy,” visit www.dirtballfashion.com. 

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For Media Interviews with Joe Fox, President of Dirtball Fashion, or addition information about the company, please contact Dan Passe at 704-634-9022 or dan@passeconsulting.com.

Also please visit Dirtball Fashion’s media website at www.dirtballfashion.com/media-page

For Immediate Release:

          Dirtball Fashion and Monster Energy Partner with Trans Jam BMX Series

March 14, 2013 (Hickory, NC) – Dirtball in conjunction with Monster Energy and The Atlantic Bike Stunt Alliance (ABSA), which organizes the Trans Jam BMX Contest Series, announced their 2013 contest schedule today. In its fourth year of operation, the series, based in the state of North Carolina, has hosted stops in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greenville. This year, the contest will operate five contest dates during a four-city stop, and introduce a new discipline into one of the stops. In addition, the series will host its first out-of-state contest in Athens, Georgia. The 2013 Trans Jam BMX Contest Series schedule is listed below:
Stop 1
April 13- Charlotte, NC at the Presbyterian Hospital Invitational Bicycle Criterium
Stop 2
April 27- Athens, GA at the Terrapin Twilight Bicycle Criterium
Stop 3
May 18 Raleigh, NC at the Lake Crabtree Trails
May 19 Raleigh, NC at the Got To Be NC Festival in the Dorton Arena
Stop 4 Finals
Nov. 2 Greenville, NC at BMX Fest

The Atlantic Bike Stunt Alliance is committed to promoting the sport of BMX around the globe through exhibitions, special events and festivals, and competitions. The Trans Jam BMX Contest Series and BMX Fest is owned and operated by the ABSA.

The Sponsors:

Founded in 2008 by Joe Fox, race car driver, entrepreneur and North Carolina native, Dirtball constructs eco-friendly clothing and gear for the active individual. Dirtball only uses recycled domestic produced materials in their products and all products are designed and produced in the United States. Each t-shirt contains 7 recycled water bottles.

Most companies spend their money on ad agencies, TV commercials, radio spots, and billboards to tell you how good their products are. Monster Energy chose none of the above. Instead they endeavor to support the scene, their bands, their athletes and their fans. Monster backs athletes so they can make a career out of their passion. In addition, the company promotes concert tours, so their favorite bands can visit their fans’ hometowns. Monster celebrates with their fans and riders by throwing parties and making the coolest events imagined into a reality.

Known and trusted by billions of customers around the world, Maxxis offers high-quality tire products for cars and light trucks, bicycles, motorcycles, ATVs, trailers, karts, and lawn and garden care. Maxxis was founded in Taiwan in 1967, and is today one of the largest and most respected tire companies in the world. Operating in Asia, Europe, North America and South America, Maxxis distributes its products in approximately 170 countries and employs more than 22,000 people. Creating and retaining lifelong customers has been instrumental in Maxxis’ steady growth. Customers trust Maxxis tires during every stage of their lives, from those first childhood bike rides through changing careers, modes of transportation, and interests – and they know that Maxxis will be there when the time comes for their own children to choose tires.

Hyper Bicycles, Inc. was established in 1990 by former BMX Pro Clay Goldsmid. The company has maintained its position as a leader in BMX, with a full line of products for racing and freestyle riders. Hyper has also continued its commitment to the sport by sponsoring riders, teams, major events and Series. The recent addition of Freestyle star Scotty Cranmer to our winning Team of Riders is an indication of the company’s ongoing commitment to excellence. Hyper Bicycles has participated in the Trans Jam BMX Contest Series as a sponsor since early 2012.

Please visit www.dirtballfashion.com or www.transjambmx.com
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For Media Interviews with Joe Fox, President of Dirtball Fashion, please contact Matt Everley @ 919.593.2092
Also please visit Dirtball Fashion’s media website at www.dirtballfashion.com/media
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