New Year Blast Off!

Happy New Year from the Rocket Science Sports Team! We are looking forward to a fantastic 2009 and are extremely happy to have you all with us.

So here's how we begin the year... If you haven't seen it yet, hurry up and get your February Issue of Triathlete Magazine because we've scored such a fantastic review on our new Rocket Racer you'd think we wrote it ourselves! Well we didn't, but here's what the tech editors at Triathlete Magazine had to say:

"When it comes to our bikes, most of us are obsessed with trimming every possible gram, but we seldom give much thought to the weight of our race suits. Further demonstrating their commitment to scientific nerdery, the boys at Rocket Science Sports (who are rocket scientists- no joke) have created an absurdly light (130 gram) 1-piece race suit. Will shaving 80 grams off your suit make you drop an hour at your next Ironman? Absolutely not, but it makes things a bit more comfortable when you're going 140.6 miles. Beyond the weight, the Rocket Racer has plenty of bells and whistles, but it wasn't the bells and whistles that did it for us. Rocket's exclusive 360 Stretch Fabric moves in near-perfect unison with the body, which means no more bunching, rubbing or chafing."

Claim your Rocket Racer now before they sell out!

Ramp it up!

Well, it's not even the new year yet but we are already ramping up here at Rocket Science Sports.

While Marcin is in town doing our photo shoot for the new catalog I was able to get us a meeting with the local paper to do a story. The writer (Pamela LeBlanc) and Marcin seem to know a lot of the same people in the local swim community and at the University of Texas. It turned out to be a great connection.

During the meeting we got word of Steuart Martins placing 2nd only 0.04 seconds behind at an international swim event in San Sebastian Spain while using our Rocket Skin. It's apparently one of the fastest meets in the world and was televised in Europe. Congratulations Steuart!

I am currently working on building our independent product rep force in the US and gathering information on events we may want to attend this year. We are already planning on being the swim course sponsor for the Capital of Texas Triathlon in May as well as doing the same for the Redondo Beach Triathlon and possibly something with the L.A. Triathlon. I have many more to plan yet. It's going to be a busy year.

On the immediate horizon we may be going to Fort Worth (Kelly) to attend an expo/demo day with Dallas Sports University on Sunday Jan. 11th. Thanks to Chris Jones for contacting us about this. It will be a great opportunity to let people demo some of our products and see what is new for '09.

Two days after that I fly to Shanghai to meet with Marcin to go over our 2010 products . We will also travel to Hong Kong and Shenzhen. I am looking forward to my first trip to Asia and hope to take lots of pictures.

Cheers!
Darren

Holiday Gift Ideas

It's not too late to score some of the most sought after

cycling/triathlon gifts for this holiday season.

Rocket Bottle MSRP$9.99

The 2nd most cost effective performance benefit in the world! (1st is diet)
Wind tunnel proven to have 16% less drag than a standard bottle, this 21oz Rocket Bottle is calculated to reduce 40k time by up to 53 seconds and it fits any standard bottle cage!

Elite Bag MSRP $114.99

The Elite Bag is what started it all! A place for everything you need whether you're a triathlete, roadie, MTB'r, gym junky or commuter. Compartmentalized so nothing is forgotten. Clam shell design opens wide for easy access. Includes wet compartment, rain cape and race mat.

Check out all our products at www.RocketScienceSports.com

Happy Holidays!

RSS and ISM Partner In New Product Promotion

Our friends at ISM have designed a new behind-the-saddle hydration system. Below is a message direct from them:

"The long awaited Quick Draw hydration system is finally hitting the market. We’ve spent the last 9 months testing prototypes in the wind tunnel and on athlete’s bikes. It was worth the wait. The staggered position and angle of your bottles is not only the most aerodynamic of rear hydration systems, but it’s easy to reach while staying on your aerobars. And we have yet to “launch” a bottle from the system. Pretty good considering we train on some pretty rough roads.

The system works on all model seats. We are taking pre-orders now and anticipate shipping Quick Draw product December 15th. Please call 512-968-1888 or email dave@ismseat.com to reserve your Quick Draw today. MSRP $99.95"

While supplies last, ISM will ship with one FREE Rocket Bottle for each Quick Draw ordered!
You can get more information about the Quick Draw at http://www.ismseat.com/products_quickdraw.htm. Did I mention that the Rocket Bottle fits perfectly in a stocking? For technical data on the Rocket Bottle, go to http://www.rocketsciencesports.com/Dimples.php

Invitation By FINA

Rocket Science Sports is honored to have been invited by FINA to attend the swimwear manufacturers meeting in Switzerland this coming February.

This meeting will be extremely important in that the manufacturers attending will be able to discuss potential amendments/improvements to the current criteria/rules regarding materials used in manufacturing swimwear.

We appreciate FINA's recognition of our company as playing an integral part of discussion pertaining to the future of international swim competition. We look forward to a fantastic relationship with FINA as a proud supplier for the sport.

Rocket Skin Updates

The swim skin controversy has heated up since the press release has gone out about FINA approving our long sleeved design. It seems to have put swimmers at odds with each other, some feeling that technology should be limited and others that welcome it with the advance of equipment in other sports.

I guess the big question is where should the line be drawn? As long as swimmers have to wear something there can be advantage in some materials over others, all beit a small difference.

Regardless, our perspective at Rocket Science Sports is to challenge and push the limits of performance yet keep them within the legally stated boundries within the sport we are making our products for. FINA has approved our swim skins so we are fine with that.

So now we have an onslaught of swim teams and individuals interested in testing the most advanced suit on the market, go figure. Among those knocking on our door include a bunch of current world record holders and Beijing medalists. This Friday I am travelling to a swim competition in College Station Texas to meet with some swim teams that have asked to test our skins.

Outside of this we are trying our best to tie up some last minute skinsuit orders for early delivery in '09. Those dealers who wait to order will be out of luck as it seems demand may rapidly grow over the holiday season, but our production numbers have to be based on what orders we have now. So if you are a dealer, and you want to get on board, please contact us asap for pricing. sales@rocketsciencesports.com

FINA Approves First Long Sleeve Swim Skin

Rocket Science Sports, the leader in technology driven triathlon and multisport gear and apparel has just established their spot at the top of the food chain in swim competition by having the first long sleeved, full body swim skin approved by FINA.

The Rocket Skin™ is the newest and most advanced product in a succession of specially coated, low drag swim skins made by various companies which have chalked up numerous performance records in the past year including the Beijing Olympics.

Marcin Sochacki, founder of Rocket Science Sports and aerospace engineer/designer explains “What sets our swim skin apart from anything seen before are several unique features to solve the issues that plagued other designs. The first is the material thickness. We are using the thinnest and most stretchy 0.3mm fabric on the market which is coated with super low drag Yamamoto SCS coating and allows for better fit, less heat buildup and the freedom of movement expected by pure swimmers.

Because we now have the stretch and most freedom of movement we were able to cover the shoulders and arms with the Yamamoto SCS coating which has 50 times less drag than the human skin. This makes our suit 40% more efficient in the water than other sleeveless models. The difference in glide stroke is especially amazing! ”

“The Rocket Skin™ has already been used in triathlons for non-wetsuit legal races and we have seen performance advantages of up to 6 seconds per 100 meters and 1500 meter races done in 87 degree water with no issues of overheating,” Marcin continues,

“The last two barriers we have addressed are that of lifespan/durability and potential buildup of water inside the suit in longer events. Because of its amazing durability our Rocket Skin™ is covered by a 1 year warranty. During design we heard of other full body suits having water buildup issues so I designed a panel which allows the body’s natural movement to pump out any excess water that may build up at longer distances.”

The Rocket Skin™ is expected to be available at the beginning of February, 2009 and will be made in 3 versions including long sleeve with welded construction, a stitched long sleeve and a sleeveless model. MSRP is reported to be between $299 and $499. These models are also certified by USAT for all non-wetsuit legal triathlons.

About Rocket Science Sports
Rocket Science Sports designs and sells a complete line of triathlon sporting wear and multi-sport accessories. The company's products are based upon detailed scientific research and the application of engineering concepts. Products are specifically designed to maximize aero and hydro dynamics, durability, efficiency, and of course, style. For product details, visit the Company's web site at: http://www.rocketsciencesports.com/ For sales information contact sales@rocketsciencesports.com