Oakley has expanded its international distribution of Oakley Thump, the company's innovative integrated digital audio eyewear, to include Virgin Megastores in the United Kingdom, El Corte Ingles stores in Spain, Intertan stores in Canada and Sanborns in Mexico. The company expects Oakley Thump to be available in these international locations by late November or early December in time for the holiday season.
“These additional countries of distribution are important for Oakley Thump(tm) and we believe that we have chosen outstanding retail partners for these key markets,” commented Chief Operating Officer Link Newcomb. “Further, we are pleased that these international retailers are in full support and are actively participating in the launch of Oakley Thump(tm).”
These international launches will complement the company's product launch in the United States on November 20th under an exclusive distribution arrangement with Circuit City Stores, Inc. for the consumer electronics channel. Oakley Thump(tm) will also be offered by Oakley's own O Stores(r), Iacon sunglass specialty stores, through limited specialty retailers and is currently available to be pre-ordered online at Oakley.com and CircuitCity.com.
