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Jamis Bicycles Sponsors the Battenkill-Roubaix

Northvale, NJ - January 11, 2006 - Jamis Bicycles is proud to announce their sponsorship of the 2007 Battenkill-Roubaix. Held on April 14, 2007, Battenkill-Roubaix has proven itself to be one of the most challenging races on the US calendar and shows the true flavor of the famous Paris-Roubaix or Hell on Earth (the biggest one day classic on the year long ProTour).

In two short years, Battenkill-Roubaix has become the premier east coast race event. 2007 attendance expectations have risen to over 1000 competitors in 11 different classes. The highlight of the day will be the Jamis Pro/1/2/3 Women’s and Pro/1/2 Men’s races. "This is a unique and exciting race," says Steven Fairchild, Jamis' road bike manager, "and with the introduction of our 2007 Xenith Series carbon race bikes we're setting a new industry standard for cutting edge design, low weight and explosive performance. We believe this is a perfect venue to showcase our exciting new line of road bikes." Competitors from all over the country will be on hand to take part in this epic day of racing.

Jamis will be showcasing the new Xenith Series and other top performing 2007 road bike models at the start/finish area while making bikes available for test rides throughout the day.

The following information obtained from www.battenkillroubaix.com: The Battenkill-Roubaix in Salem, NY is what a cycling race should be; scenic villages, rolling countryside, challenging terrain, and friendly people all make this a race like no other in the U.S. Featuring a challenging, single 55 mile circuit that passes directly through the small villages of Southern Washington County, NY, the Battenkill-Roubaix (Roo-bay) captures the true essence of the 100-year old 'Paris-Roubaix' cycling race in France.

Starting and finishing in the historic village of Salem, NY, the race traces the route of the world-famous Battenkill, making passes directly through the small villages of Cambridge and Greenwich via the country roads that have made Southern Washington County, NY a resurging tourist destination for Americans and Canadians alike. Racers are challenged with the dirt road sections that have come to define this race and have made it popular among competitive and recreational cyclists throughout the Northeast.

Spectators armed with cowbells, eager & able volunteers, and competitive yet friendly racers make this a cycling experience like no other in the U.S. An epic cycling race - the Battenkill-Roubaix. You'll love this race!

For more information on the race visit: www.battenkillroubaix.com

Jamis Bicycles rolled out it's first Earth Cruiser bicycle in 1979 and has since built a reputation as a brand unmatched in its performance, value and style. Jamis bicycles are sold in the US from coast to coast and in over 40 countries worldwide.


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