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ANX
ANXeBusiness Corp. is headquartered in Southfield, Mich. and has offices in Research Triangle Park, N.C., Mt. Laurel, N.J., San Diego, Calif., and Austin, Texas. The ANX mission is to protect our customers’ information, secure their business interactions and be their trusted platform for collaboration. Our solutions help companies secure and exchange information, meet complex compliance requirements, and allow them to focus on what they do best…grow their business. The company’s foundation is built upon deep technical expertise, broad experience with mission-critical data connectivity, a passion for customer support and a proven record of supporting business needs across multiple value chains.
ANX is owned by One Equity Partners (http://www.oneequity.com), which manages investments and commitments for JP Morgan Chase & Co. in private equity transactions. For more information, visit www.anx.com.
Boathouse Sports
Founded
in 1989 by two-time Olympic rower John Strotbeck, Boathouse Sports
creates custom team athletic apparel for elite athletes. Based in the
city of Philadelphia since its inception, where it manufactures over 95
percent of its products, Boathouse has earned an exclusive customer base
of schools, universities and teams. Boathouse Sports continues to
expand its reach as one of the fastest growing custom athletic apparel
brands in the world. For more information, log onto www.Boathouse.com.
On
May 14, 2009, Boathouse Sports became the exclusive athletic apparel
supplier for the U.S. Senior and Under 23 National Teams, as well as the
USRowing Training Center, effective immediately. Boathouse will work
with USRowing and its athletes to develop a new unisuit specifically for
the national team. Beginning October 1, 2009, Boathouse Sports will
become the exclusive online and event merchandising partner of
USRowing.
Connect-A-Dock
Connect-A-Dock provides state of the art docking systems to clients around the world, specializing in floating docks for rowing and all kinds of boating and complementary accessories. Entering its 15th season serving the rowing community, customers rate Connect-A-Dock’s modular dock systems as the best available, offering benefits of exceptional stability, ease of installation and removal. For more information on Connect-A-Dock and its products, please contact sales@connectadock.com.
EMCVenues - Official Housing and Hotel Partner of USRowing Events
EMCVenues
is a full service event, meeting and conference management company,
specializing in event housing management for USRowing, other sports
organizations, convention and visitor bureaus, associations and
corporations. EMCVenues’ industry leading hotel reservation technology,
state-of-the-art inbound and outbound call center and hotel
relationships allows for convenient, hassle-free reservations with the
best rates. In addition, EMCVenues has the expertise, established trust,
and a dedicated, responsive staff with a commitment to customer
satisfaction and attention to detail creating the ultimate housing
reservation experience. EMCVenues provides comprehensive hotel contract
management, pro-active inventory management, robust reporting for more
effective decisions, and so much more. For more information, visit www.emcvenues.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
JanSport® 
JanSport,
a division of VF Outdoor, Inc., was founded in 1967 in Seattle,
Washington, by three pioneers in the outdoor industry. Though the
Company began by manufacturing and marketing world-class outdoor
backpacks, today the product offering includes technical outdoor gear,
daypacks, travel gear and collegiate decorated apparel, sold in sporting
goods stores, college bookstores, department stores, and specialty and
boutique retail locations throughout the world. The Brand has the spirit
of fun and discovery represented in the Brand tagline: Discover
Freedom. For more information, visit www.jansport.com.
Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world’s premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2013 World Rowing Championships in Chunju, South Korea, the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, and more. Founded in 2003, Ludus has helped tens of thousands of individuals, families and organizations get the most out of experiencing major events. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation provider for over a dozen USA National Governing Bodies including USA Luge, USA Track & Field and USRowing, among others. In addition to its travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of its events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, Calif., with offices in Austin, Texas, Sochi, Russia and Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. For more information, please visit www.LudusTours.com.
Rudy Project
Rudy
Project is the official and exclusive eyewear and helmet partner for
USRowing and an official eyewear supplier for the U.S. National Team.
Rudy Project designs and manufactures hi-tech sunglasses, goggles and
helmets by applying the most advanced science, materials engineering and
computer technology. Designed and produced in Italy, Rudy Project
glasses have been distributed throughout the United States and Canada
since 1998. They are known for providing the absolute best RX solutions
for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts around the world.
Official Suppliers
Concept 2
Concept 2, an ergometer and oar manufacturer
based in Morrisville, Vt., provides essential equipment to the national
teams including indoor rowing machines (ergometers) and both sweep and
sculling oars.
Croker Oars PTY LTD
Croker
Oars is an Australian based company manufacturing high quality rowing
and sculling oars since 1962. Croker Oars produce a range of
technically advanced rowing and sculling oars used by many national
teams. The U.S. National Team is one of many successful teams using our
product. For more information, visit our Web site, www.crokeroars.com, or join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/CROKEROARS.
Filippi
Filippi is a manufacturer of high performance racing shells, based in Tuscany, Italy. Athletes from over 50 countries have raced Filippis and won hundreds of medals in world championship and Olympic competition since 1986. The company is an official supplier to the Italian Rowing Federation (FIC), as well as an official partner of the International Rowing Federation (FISA). It has been awarded ISO 9000 certification for outstanding quality control in manufacturing. The firm is represented in the U.S. by their exclusive agent, Elite Rowing, Inc., based in Boston. Elite boat builder Filippi signed on as an official equipment supplier to the U.S. National Team in 2010, providing elite-level shells through the 2012 Olympic Games. With an impressive track record, Filippi boats are often the most frequently used boats at international regattas. Additionally, many athletes race their way onto the U.S. National Team by winning trials regattas in the Italian-made boats.
Nielsen-Kellerman - Official Electronics Outfitter
Nielsen-Kellerman,
the leading manufacturer of electronic equipment for the sport of
rowing, provides equipment for the USRowing National Team. Based in
Chester, Pa., Nielsen-Kellerman makes such products as the StrokeCoach,
which is a timer/rowing rate meter, and the Cox-Box, the coxswain's
timer/amplifier system.
Vespoli
Vespoli racing shells have been leading the way for 30+ years, garnering countless victories at all levels of rowing including Olympic gold and more than 60 world championship medals. The junior women rowed the new “E” hull model to their first gold medal in the eight event in 2008 and repeated again in 2009.
WinTech
Based in Norwalk, Conn., WinTech Racing is a company that understands that no single purchase is more important to a rower-or a rowing organization-than buying a racing shell. WinTech Racing's mission is to promote the growth of rowing by making it easier and more affordable to buy quality shells that improve performance at all levels. Our product is the WinTech Racing shell, designed in Germany, manufactured in China by the world's largest and most sophisticated boat builder and delivered to you with the promise of long-term exceptional service and support. We also offer well designed and fairly priced coaching launches and trailers, a full inventory of spare parts and a comprehensive line of accessories, tools and equipment. By bringing together the resources of the global marketplace-renowned German hull designer Klaus Filter, the Flying Eagle Boat Company of China, and a group of business, engineering and rowing talents in the USA-WinTech Racing has created an organization dedicated to innovation in the manufacture and delivery of racing shells, investment in research and development to bring you the latest advances in design and technology, maintaining the best price-value relationship in the market place and providing exceptional service and support through our nationwide sales force. WinTech Racing is your complete rowing resource. www.wintechracing.com.
Official Registrar
RegattaCentral
RegattaCentral, founded in 1999, is the official registrar for USRowing. The business, based in Columbus, Ohio, provides online regatta and club management solutions to the rowing community. RegattaCentral's in-house R&D, combined with its long history in rowing, ensures it meets the unique Information technology requirements found in rowing. The company's staff is available full time, year-round to ensure all customers receive professional support. RegattaCentral is pleased to support USRowing by providing exclusive discounts to all USRowing-registered regattas and clubs.
Preferred Hotel Provider
Hilton HHonors
We are excited to announce that Hilton HHonors™is helping NGB athletes, coaches, friends and family save up to 15% on their next stay at any of the 3,750 hotels and resorts within the Hilton Worldwide portfolio. Enjoy the flexibility of staying at any Waldorf Astoria® Hotels & Resorts, Conrad® Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton™, Embassy Suites™, Hilton Garden Inn®, Hampton®, Homewood Suites by Hilton®, Home2 Suites by Hilton® and Hilton Grand Vacations®.
So no matter where your journey takes you, Hilton Worldwide has destinations in 85 countries ready to cheer you on. Come dream with us.
Book now at HHonors.com/teamusastays.
Terms & Conditions: Offer subject to availability and exclusively available online through Honors.com/teamusastays. Exclusive NGB Discount is off of the Best Available Rate. Offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Not valid for group bookings. Each hotel has policies addressing deposits, cancellations and blackout dates that may apply. Other restrictions may apply, please see individual hotel website for additional information.
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Preferred Airline Provider
United Airlines
United Airlines plays an integral role in the daily operations of supporting and funding an athlete’s dream to become a U.S. Olympic or Paralympic athlete. United has proudly flown Team USA to training events, national and international competitions and to the Olympic Games for more than 30 years. Receive airfare discounts on travel to and from events listed on the 2013 USRowing Event Calendar.
2013 UNITED AIRLINES TRAVEL PROGRAM - active January 1, 2013
UNITED OLYMPIC DESK
DISCOUNT BOOKING - PHONE
Hours of Operation & Reservation Fees:
- 800-841-0460
- Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm (EST)
- The standard $25 telephone reservation fee is waived
What types of travel can be booked:
- Domestic travel (Click here for a submitted list of 2013 USRowing events)
- International travel (code share flights on Lufthansa and ANA permitted)
- Group travel (10+)
- Value In Kind (VIK) travel - both Performance Pool VIK and Earned Incentive VIK through National Governing Body (NGB) Travel Program
What you need to have prepared:
- Origin, Destination
- Travel dates
- Full Name (as shown on photo ID)
- Mileage Plus number
- 10-Digit USRowing Z Code (ZNYA243882)
- Passenger Date of Birth
Applicable Discounts:
- For the domestic 48 states, Hawaii and Canada, customers may receive a 2 to 10% discount, depending on the booking class
- For international travel, customers may receive a 5 to 10% discount, depending on point of origin and booking class
- United Airlines reserves the right to restrict travel discounts during peak travel time. Therefore, your codes are not valid from January 1-January 4, 2013.
DISCOUNT BOOKING - ONLINE
UNITED.COM/USOC
Hours of operation & Reservation Fees:
- 24/7
- Reservation fees do NOT apply
What types of travel can be booked:
What you need to have prepared:
- Origin, Destination
- Travel dates
- 10-Digit USRowing Z Code (ZNYA243882)
Applicable Discounts:
- For the domestic 48 states, Hawaii and Canada, customers may receive a 5 to 13% discount, depending on the booking class, off the lowest applicable internet fare for submitted events only (discounts will not apply events that have not been submitted to United by the NGB)
- For international travel, customers may receive an 8 to 13% discount, depending on the booking class, off the lowest applicable internet fare for submitted events only (discounts will not apply events that have not been submitted to United by the NGB)
- United Airlines reserves the right to restrict travel discounts during peak travel time. Therefore, your codes are not valid from January 1-January 4, 2013.
If you receive an error message while booking online, ask yourself the following questions:
Special Thanks
National Rowing Foundation
USRowing also would like to thank the National Rowing Foundation for its generous support. The NRF has played a major role in the success of our national team. Working in conjunction with USRowing, the NRF supports projects and initiatives needing funding each year. National team alumni interested in supporting the U.S. teams can do by clicking on the link above.