Boathouse Sports unveiled its custom unisuit that will be worn by U.S. Rowing’s national team athletes during the 2016 season, including the upcoming Olympic Games. This is the first in a series of new special apparel Boathouse Sports will release this summer.
Founded in 1989 by two-time Olympic rower John Strotbeck, Boathouse has been working hand-in-hand with the U.S. National Rowing Team since 2009 to design, develop and test rowing specific products in preparation for the 2016 racing season.
Boathouse’s Pinnacle II Unisuit includes a brand new fabric that features high-wicking micro-denier yarn for greater softness and comfort in wear without sacrificing support or durability. It also plays up an improved neckline and armhole curvature, a more flattering waistline, and non-roll leg openings.
“Boathouse’s attention to detail, craftsmanship and overall love for our sport is exactly what we look for in a supplier,” said USRowing CEO Glenn Merry. “They understand the needs of the athlete and constantly innovate to allow our athletes to perform at a world-class level.”
“Every time I see one of the rowers in our apparel, it is extremely gratifying to know that we manufactured it right here in Philadelphia,” said Boathouse Sports Founder and CEO John Strotbeck. “As a former member of the U.S. National and Olympic Teams, I know how much it means to these athletes to finally put on the uniform and represent their country at the highest level of competition. We take great pride in providing the U.S. rowers with the apparel they need to train, compete and ultimately stand atop the podium this August in Rio.”
Based in the city of Philadelphia since its inception in 1985, all Boathouse products are manufactured, from raw materials to finished product, in its factory in Philadelphia. It makes custom team athletic apparel for over 7,000 colleges, high schools and clubs, nationwide and abroad.
