TDiddy
02-27-2008, 05:06 PM
Some of you know that last summer I decided to train for a triathlon - part health benefits, part wanting to be able to conquer something since losing my dad 2 years ago. Anyway, as of late I've been getting in to the habit of checking manufacturer/vendor websites for sponsorship opportunities when looking for bike/swim/run products. Monday I was looking on a site, and I was directed to a page called sponsorhouse.com . Its sort of like a monster/careerbuilder type page, where you enter your sports and stuff and they tell you what vendors would possibly sponsor you.
I sent out 3 requests, and actually got a reply back on one today. You bike guys may know of Rudy Project - www.rudyprojectusa.com - they make eyewear and bike helmets. My sponsorship consists of a discount ranging from 35-50% depending on the item. Its perfect for me - I'm no pro so a discount is really all I could ask for. That can be as good as it gets, even for pros when smaller companies sponsor you.
I sent out 3 requests, and actually got a reply back on one today. You bike guys may know of Rudy Project - www.rudyprojectusa.com - they make eyewear and bike helmets. My sponsorship consists of a discount ranging from 35-50% depending on the item. Its perfect for me - I'm no pro so a discount is really all I could ask for. That can be as good as it gets, even for pros when smaller companies sponsor you.