Triathlete Julie Dibens joins forces with ROCKTAPE

 (September 8, 2011 ) ROCKTAPE, a leader in Endurance Sports Medicine products, today announced a strategic sponsorship agreement with Julie Dibens, Ironman 70.3 World Champion, three-time Xterra World Champion and superstar of the triathlon world. Julie will work closely with both the new ROCKTAPE office located in London and the U.S. product development team.

 “I’m excited to have ROCKTAPE as a product sponsor,” said Julie Dibens. “Over the course of a season, I use a lot of products to help alleviate the aches and pains of training so I’ve tried just about everything under the sun. When I first tried ROCKTAPE I was amazed at how well it worked. Ironman and Xterra athletes see some pretty extreme conditions during a race, so I’m happy that ROCKTAPE will help speed my recovery”

 “Julie is simply the best woman in endurance sports in the world right now,” added Greg van den Dries, CEO of ROCKTAPE. “With her 3rd place finish in her very first Ironman, three Xterra World Championships and the Hawaiian Airlines double-award for combined Ironman and Xterra results, Julie is a racer who defines the category. We’re psyched that she’s become part of the ROCKTAPE family and we’re looking forward to her upcoming Ironman Kona performance.”

 Julie will utilize ROCKTAPE’s Fascial Movement Taping method, which enhances athletic performance by reinforcing proper form through proprioceptive feedback. Dr. Steven Capobianco, VP of Medical Operations at ROCKTAPE, said “Julie is an amazing endurance athlete and we’re looking forward to supporting her with fascial movement taping. We hope to help her add that little extra bit of performance that makes the big difference at the finish line.”

 ROCKTAPE increases blood flow to muscles and joints, which reduces fatigue and aids post-race recovery, and is designed specifically to withstand the rigors of athletic training and competition. The flexible latex-free tape, made of organic cotton and a triathlon-proven water-resistant adhesive, features skin-like elasticity. ROCKTAPE is used by Elite and World Champion athletes worldwide, as well as chiropractors and sports therapists. Instructional videos and information about “PowerTaping” techniques can be viewed at www.rocktape.com. 

About Julie Dibens

A former 2 xOlympian from the UK, Julie now calls Boulder, Colorado home where she trains full-time and also coaches other triathletes. Julie is a 3-time Xterra World Champion, 70.3 World Champion and one of the funniest women on the professional circuit.

Today, ROCKTAPE UK announced the newest addition to the companyʼs growing product line. Designed specifically for athletes who participate in water-sports, H2O is the only kinesiology tape on the market that is designed to withstand the extreme conditions encountered during competitive surfing, water polo, wake boarding, triathlon and open water swimming.

Designed using ROCKTAPEʼs exclusive Active Recovery (AR) technology, H2O provides immediate relief to sore muscles and sports injuries. Athletes can also utilize ROCKTAPEʼs PowerTaping method to increase performance by reducing fatigue. “We’ve had guys use it while surfing at Mavericks and in the Maldives during the Billabong competition and they love it,” said Greg van den Dries, CEO of Rocktape.

ROCKTAPE sign up Britain’s top ranked
Skier Cross racer Emily Sarsfield for the 2011/12 season

ROCKTAPE are proud to announce they will be providing Emily Sarsfield with all her kinesiology tape for the 2011/12 season. ROCKTAPE hope their support will propel Emily to Olympic glory in Russia in 2014.

Designed using ROCKTAPE’s exclusive Active Recovery (AR) technology, ROCKTAPE provides immediate relief to sore muscles, decreases recovery times and helps treat and prevent sports injuries.

Emily will also look to utilize ROCKTAPE’s Power Taping method to increase athletic performance by reinforcing proper form.

“Emily was desperately unlucky to miss out on a spot at the Olympics in Vancouver and we hope that with our support Emily can challenge for a medal in Russia 2014” said Gerrard Dunstan, ROCKTAPE Operations Director. ROCKTAPE Medical Director Barry Spencer said, “Skiing is all about small margins and we believe ROCKTAPE will help give Emily an edge in her racing whilst also helping manage her problem knee”.

About ROCKTAPE

ROCKTAPE is an international company headquartered in Los Gatos, California, with offices in Australia and the United Kingdom, RockTape serves the needs of over 6,000 medical professionals. ROCKTAPE, Power Taping and Rock Sauce are used by leading competitive athletes to enhance sports performance and by medical professionals to treat common sports injuries.

Contact info@rocktape.net for more info.

ROCKTAPE are proud to announce an exclusive agreement to supply the ‘On the Drops’ women’s cycling team for the remainder of the 2011 season. The partnership will make ROCKTAPE the Official Kinesiology Tape Supplier of the On the Drops team.

Designed using ROCKTAPE’s exclusive Active Recovery (AR) technology, ROCKTAPE provides immediate relief to sore muscles, decreases recovery times and helps treat and prevent sports injuries.

The Team will also utilize ROCKTAPE’s Power Taping method to increase athletic performance by reinforcing proper form through proprioceptive feedback. This will be collaboration between Barry Spencer, ROCKTAPE Medical Director and Stefan Wyman, On the Drops Team Principal.

“On the Drops were without a doubt the preeminent team on the recent Halfords’s Tour Series and we are delighted to be working with such a forward thinking group of athletes and support staff.” said Barry Spencer, ROCKTAPE Medical Director. “ We hope this relationship develops and follows in the foot-steps of our close partnerships with Garmin-Cervelo and Rabobank.”

About ROCKTAPE

ROCKTAPE is an international company headquartered in Los Gatos, California, with offices in Australia and the United Kingdom, RockTape serves the needs of over 6,000 medical professionals. ROCKTAPE, Power Taping and Rock Sauce are used by leading competitive athletes to enhance sports performance and by medical professionals to treat common sports injuries.

Contact info@rocktape.net for more info.

ROCKTAPE are proud to announce they will be supplying Saracens Rugby Club for the 2011/12 season. The partnership will make ROCKTAPE the Official Kinesiology Tape Supplier of Saracens Rugby Club.

Designed using ROCKTAPE’s exclusive Active Recovery (AR) technology, ROCKTAPE provides immediate relief to sore muscles, decreases recovery times and helps treat and prevent sports injuries.

Saracens will look to utilize ROCKTAPE’s Power Taping method to increase athletic performance by reinforcing proper form.

“Saracens are the stand out club in the premiership and look set for a period of sustained success, we are thrilled to be working with such a professional organisation.” said Barry Spencer, ROCKTAPE Medical Director. “Saracens leave no stone unturned and we look forward to working with the Saracens medical team and players on their drive for another trophy in the coming season.”

About ROCKTAPE

ROCKTAPE is an international company headquartered in Los Gatos, California, with offices in Australia and the United Kingdom, RockTape serves the needs of over 6,000 medical professionals. ROCKTAPE, Power Taping and Rock Sauce are used by leading competitive athletes to enhance sports performance and by medical professionals to treat common sports injuries.

Contact info@rocktape.net for more info.

Just found you’re card having lost it post Brighton Marathon.
Just wanted to say a huge thanks for taping me up the day before and
incredibly, I ran without any knee pain whatsoever. 3hrs 31mins so
many many thanks for enabling me to not only finish but knock 10 mins
off last years time.
Really impressed with the rock tape and I’ve been preaching to my
running buddies the benefits of rock tape.

Many Thanks again

Regards

Tim