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May 30, 2018
USEA Welcomes the Return of Longtime Sponsor FITS Riding
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to welcome back longtime sponsor FITS Riding, Ltd for 2018. They continue their support through the sponsorship of several programs. As a Bronze Level Sponsor of the 2018 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC), FITS will provide prizes for competitors at the AEC which will be held August 30-September 2, 2018 at the Colorado Horse Park in Parker, Colorado. In addition, FITS is a Contributing Level Sponsor of the Adult Team Championship and the USEA Gold Cup Series and Final.
"FITS is looking forward to another year of successful partnership with USEA,” said Lida Bard of FITS. “We have some amazing new innovative products this year that eventers will love and we can't wait to get these items out into the hands of riders."
Based in Aiken, South Carolina, FITS is a maker of breeches, jackets, shirts, and outerwear. They are best known for their technical innovations that matter the most - high performance, outstanding comfort, and flattering fit. Their mission is to create original equestrian products that improve performance for both horse and rider and to contribute in a positive way to the equestrian, local, and works communities.
“At the USEA we are selective about the companies we chose to partner with,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “There is a reason why we have teamed up with FITS over the past decade. They are an excellent company with great products for our riders. We want to thank FITS for their continued support of U.S. eventing.”
About FITS
The FITS design team are themselves riders, with years of state of the art athletic product development experience. All FITS designs are born out of repeated trial and unmatched commitment to quality. FITS is proud to have raised the bar for technical innovation in equestrian wear. FITS riding wear is the first and only choice for thousands of equestrian athletes. For more information, please visit the FITS website.
About the United States Eventing Association
The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3), educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.
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