Two-time Paralympics medalist and Tifosi sponsored athlete Ron Williams will soon be heading to Beijing on a quest for his first gold metal.

At the tender age of 15, Ron was diagnosed with Osteogenic Sarcoma, a type of bone cancer that would ultimately lead to the amputation of his left leg and the end of a very promising soccer career.

After beating cancer, the ever-athletic and competitive teen took up water skiing, and eventually attended Georgia College on a partial sports scholarship where he captured two world records in water skiing: the World Disabled Slalom and the World Disabled Jumping records, both of which he still holds today.

Ron found road cycling-or rather road cycling found Ron-post-college during a mountain bike race in which a fellow competitor asked if Ron had ever tried road riding. Intrigued by this challenge, Ron bought a new bike and started competing.

Ron was good. So good in fact that he hired Lance Armstrong’s coach, Chris Carmichael and started training to compete internationally for the United States Elite Paralympics Cycling Team. During his tenure as a cyclist, Ron has competed in two Paralympics games and is the current Paralympic National Time Trial Champion. Ron is also a member of the Myogenesis Nutrition presented by Landmark Dodge Pro/Am Cycling Team, one of the top amateur teams in the nation.

Keep up with Ron’s pre-competition training at www.ronswilliams.com and be sure to look out for him in Beijing September 12 and 13, 2008 as he competes for gold in the both the Road Race and the Time Trial.

Tifosi Optics helped Bob Mauragas get ready for his close up on Thursday, June 19th as he guest commentated for the Golf Channel during the 2008 PGA Professional National Championship held at Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Ga.

As Vice President of Golf Operations for Reynolds Plantation, Bob has been working closely with the organizers of the PGA Professional National Championship for months as he and his dedicated staff, including 18 PGA professionals, prepared to host a field of more than 300 PGA professionals, media and family members June 19-22.

Bob relied on Tifosi Smart Wire Titanium sunglasses to help him call shots for more than 3 hours of televised commentary.

Both Bob’s commentary and the event were a resounding success complete with an incredible hole-in-one by Brad Martin during round two of play and a well-deserved win by Scott Herbert, whose wife gave birth just two weeks prior to the Championship. The top 20 finishers from this event have earned spots in the PGA Championship in August.

Tifosi Optics is a preferred vendor for Reynolds Plantation. More information about Reynolds Plantation and its amenities is available at www.reynoldsplantation.com.

All eyes will be on 22-year-old LPGA star Brittany Lincicome this April as she defends her title as Ginn OPEN champion-and thanks to a partnership with Tifosi Optics, those eyes can be wearing Brittany Lincicome custom glasses in support.

As part of her multi-year agreement, Tifosi is pleased to introduce the first in a series of Brittany Lincicome custom sunglasses.

“For the first Brittany piece, we decided to take an existing model, the Slip, and add a punch of color that would coordinate with Brittany’s clothing but also have a universal appeal to golfers around the country,” said Tifosi Optics Founder, Joe Earley.

The Brittany Slip looks sleek in metallic baby blue with white ear and temple pieces. This model provides the wraparound protection of a shield lens with the convenience of interchangeable lenses, all for $49.95.

The Brittany Slip is available for purchase through the Edwin Watts Golf mail order catalog as well as at any Tifosi Optics authorized retailer. To view the dealer locator, log ontowww.tifosioptics.com/locator.

Keep up with Brittany as she prepares for the 2008 Ginn OPEN April 14-20 on her homepage: www.brittany1golf.com.

Tifosi Optics, Inc. was founded in the fall of 2003 after Tifosi Optics Founder, Joe Earley noticed a need for a technologically-advanced, value-oriented eyewear brand in the optics market. Tifosi Optics currently has more than 3,000 U.S. retailers and distributes in 32 countries worldwide.

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WATKINSVILLE, Ga. (March 3, 2008)-Chilly mornings may still be driving people indoors, but spring buyer’s guides have outdoor enthusiasts across the country dreaming, planning-and buying- for the upcoming season.

Thanks to editorial reviews in Backpacker and Bicycling magazines, the Tifosi Optics Ventoux will be included in those spring dreams for thousands of enthusiasts.

New for 2008, the Ventoux combines broad lens coverage with what Backpacker describes as a “form fitting shape that doesn’t pinch.” Bicycling lauded the Ventoux’s adjustable ear and nose pads as well as its interchangeable lens capability.

Both testers appreciated the Ventoux’s weight-just 24 grams-as well as its affordable price, ranging from $59.95 for standard and Fototec options to $89.98 for Polarized Fototec options. Backpacker also gave the Fototec Ventoux its “Bargain!” rating for this year’s sunglass category.
“I knew we were on to something with the Ventoux when all of our prototypes kept mysteriously disappearing after testing sessions, said Tifosi Optics owner, Joe Earley. “We underwent several tedious revisions to achieve a high level of versatility with this piece and initial feedback has been positive from athletes across all of our markets.”

Check out the Ventoux Laser Silver in the March 2008 issue of Backpacker, and the Ventoux Matte Black with Polarized Fototec Lenses in the April edition of Bicycling or online at www.tifosioptics.com/interchangeable/ventoux.html. After finding the perfect pair for your spring adventures, navigate to the dealer locator page to find the nearest Tifosi Optics retailer.

Tifosi Optics, Inc. was founded in the fall of 2003 after Tifosi Optics President Joe Earley noticed a need for a technologically-advanced, value-oriented eyewear brand in the optics market. Tifosi Optics currently has more than 3,000 U.S. retailers and distributes in 29 countries worldwide.

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Here’s the latest from Jittery Joe’s as they gear up for another great season!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday December 4, 2007
Contact: Micah Rice, Manager
Phone: (706) 546-1826
Micah@thebeanteam.com

Athens, GA-The Jittery Joe’s Professional Cycling Team has finalized its roster for next season by keeping six riders from 2007 and adding five new riders.

Headlining the returning squad is Aussie captain Trent Wilson and American Neil Shirley. Neil surprised the cycling world at the end of the 2007 season by out sprinting Freddy Rodriguez for the last podium spot at the USPRO Road Race Championships behind winner Levi Leipheimer and runner-up George Hincapie. Also returning to the squad is Oregon’s powerhouse Evan Elken, Australian sprinter Cody Stevenson, Durango native Matt Shriver and Georgia’s young talent Tim Henry.

Chad Hartley is returning to the team after spending a few years with TIAA-Cref and BMC. Chad raced for The Bean Team in the first Tour of Georgia in 2003 where he was second by only 5 seconds to Saul Raisin for the Best Young Rider’s jersey. Jonathan Cantwell and Ryan Sullivan continue the Australian tradition on the Jittery Joe’s squad-Jonathan spent a bit of time racing for the LaGrange team in California this year and Ryan (brother of Toyota-United’s Sean) spent his time honing his racing skills in Europe.

Two American neo-pros round out the roster. Jared Barrilleaux from San Luis Obispo, CA and Ben Kneller from Durango, CO will bring youth and strength to the team.

2008 Jittery Joe’s Cycling Team:

Jared Barrilleaux
Jonathan Cantwell
Evan Elken
Chad Hartley
Tim Henry
Ben Kneller
Neil Shirley
Matt Shriver
Cody Stevenson
Ryan Sullivan
Trent Wilson
Director-Jesse Lawler

Jittery Joe’s Coffee Roasting Company is based in Athens, Georgia and has been selling superior quality small batch roasted coffee for more than twelve years. Jittery Joe’s has a number of coffee franchises in the Southeastern United States. Jittery Joe’s Morning Ride Cycling Coffee is sold in over 700 bike shops nationwide and is an organic, shade grown coffee with all proceeds go straight to the Jittery Joe’s Cycling Team. For more information, please check out our website at www.thebeanteam.com.

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