Bear KompleX Official Hand Grip Sponsor

January 2, 2018

CrossFit

CrossFit Inc. and Bear KompleX are proud to announce a three-year sponsorship agreement naming Bear KompleX the “Official Hand Grip Sponsor of the 2018 CrossFit Games.”

CrossFit Inc. and Bear KompleX are proud to announce a three-year sponsorship agreement naming Bear KompleX the “Official Hand Grip Sponsor of the 2018 CrossFit Games.”

“For several months, we have been in discussions with CrossFit Headquarters to establish this partnership,” said Nate Richie, co-founder of Bear KompleX. “We couldn’t be more pleased than to work with a group of compatible thinkers who understand the significance of our primary goal: to provide superior hand grips at a reasonable cost to CrossFit athletes.” 

The American company, based in Crown Point, Indiana, consists of a vibrant and inspired team, all extremely keen on the timing of the venture.

“Our entire crew is delighted to be united with CrossFit,” said Bear KompleX co-founder Jake Rhodes. “CrossFit athletes around the world appreciate the significance of wearing solid, reliable gear to achieve ultimate fitness and performance. Our affiliation with CrossFit will prove a perfect union as we continue to support athletes and health enthusiasts with our reliable products."

 

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“As the CrossFit Games enter their 12th season, we are pleased to be working closely with Bear KompleX,” said Mason Snyder, head of sponsorships for the CrossFit Games. “Our athletes work relentlessly to prepare for the ultimate test of fitness. No one competes for the title of Fittest on Earth without an exceptional commitment to training. Bear KompleX has designed its hand grips to meet the high performance standards of CrossFit athletes.”

Games athletes wearing Bear KompleX during competition

About Bear KompleX

Bear KompleX (BKX) entered the CrossFit market in early 2015 with Rhodes and Richie working closely with the highest level of Crossfit athletes to help design the best grips on the planet. Shortly thereafter, the company’s patented two-hole and three-hole finger option hand grips swiftly developed a devoted following among serious athletes. The distinctive line of grips are made from genuine leather and carbon fiber to reduce slipping. They also have a custom wrist strap designed for comfort and support under the buckle. The BKX grips are engineered to protect athletes’ hands during training and competition. The company’s aim is sincere: to assist CrossFit athletes in attaining the maximum level of performance, whether training or competing. BKX provides hand grips that are not only durable, but comfortable. The full support and stability provided by the grips result in the better overall health of the committed CrossFit athlete. All BKX products, including top-performing weight belts, knee sleeves, mobility tools and much more, are made in the U.S. and can be found at www.BearKompleX.com

About CrossFit

CrossFit Inc., is the global leader in functional fitness and the owner of the famous CrossFit® brand of fitness training.  Founded by Greg Glassman and built on the foundations of constantly varied, high-intensity functional movements, education and collaborative competition, CrossFit® brand workouts develop strength and fitness while cultivating community and camaraderie in each of the more than 14,000 affiliated gyms in CrossFit, Inc.'s global network. CrossFit Inc. is a leading accredited certificate issuer for physical-training professionals worldwide and offers specialty certificate programs in addition to its core curriculum. CrossFit, Inc. publishes the CrossFit Journal, promotes physical and cognitive health and fitness through the CrossFit Foundation, and created and operates the CrossFit Games, an annual competition where elite athletes compete to be named the Fittest on Earth™.

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