2009 Partners

Performance Bicycle is proud to be the Official 24-Hour Bike Shop of the 2007 Group Health Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic. Performance Bicycle shops are America's largest cycling superstores and home of the hottest high-tech, low-price cycling products. In addition to providing a staggering selection of clothing from top names like Pearl Izumi and Fox (among others) as well as helmets, tools, sunglasses and more…our Seattle store features bicycles from Giant, Ironhorse, Turner, Felt and the renowned Scattante and Weyless brands found only at Performance. Come by to see us at the corner of N.E. 45th and Roosevelt Way N.E. (in the University District) or give us a call at (206) 675-0588.

REI, founded in 1938 as a consumer co-op by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers, is a national multichannel retailer of quality outdoor products. REI sells all of the top outdoor brands for hiking, camping, climbing, cycling, paddling and winter sports, as well as its own high-quality line of award-winning gear and apparel, including its own bike brand, Novara.

While anyone may join or shop at REI, members pay a one-time $15 fee and receive a share in the company's profits through an annual member refund based on their purchases. A portion of REI's profits is set aside each year for support of conservation, outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship causes, with $1.8 million to be awarded this year and more than $9 million since 1976, to such efforts around the country. REI currently operates 70 stores in 24 states; two online stores - REI.com and REI-OUTLET.com and an adventure travel company, REI Adventures.

Located in Milwaukie, Oregon, Dave's Killer Bread is dedicated to baking the highest quality, best tasting organic bread possible. Each loaf is packed with whole grains, seeds, and/or nuts amounting to a bread that is both healthy and delicious. We currently offer 10 varieties that are sold in stores all over Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, and Alaska. Our breads contain no animal products, artificial preservatives, or genetically modified organisms. Founded by an ex-felon and self-described “four time loser,” Dave’s Killer Bread has set itself a unique mission for the future: to make the world a better place… one loaf of bread at a time.

New Belgium Brewing Company, makers of Fat Tire Amber Ale and a host of Belgian-inspired brews, began operations in a tiny Fort Collins basement in 1991. In addition to producing world class beers, New Belgium takes pride in being a responsible corporate role model. Their Tour de Fat is a multiple-city, philanthropic bikes and beers festival that raises money for local non-profits. Progressive programs like employee ownership, open book manage-ment and a trip to Belgium after five years employment are all part of the corporate culture. New Belgium was the first wind-powered brewery in the country and remains the only fully wind-powered brewery to date.

A great companion to gels and suitable for before, during and after workouts, Ultima Replenisher gives you complex carbohydrates, electrolytes, vitamins & antioxidants without artificial sweeteners and sugar. Your choice for a lighter, healthier drink. More information and retailers can be found at www.ultimareplenisher.com

Clif Bar & Co. is a leading maker of all-natural and organic energy and nutrition foods and drinks, including the organic certified CLIF® BAR energy bar delivering nutrition for sustained energy; LUNA®, The Whole Nutrition Bar for Women®; Clif NectarÔ, the organic fruit and nut bar; and CLIF® ZBaR™, the energy bar that nourishes kids in motion. Committed to sustainability, Clif Bar & Co. works continuously to reduce its footprint on the planet from the field to the final product. www.clifbar.com