Gear 2000, the distributor of football protective equipment, has signed Pittsburgh All-Pro Defensive Player of the Year James Harrison to promote its line of Z-Cool shoulder pads and accessories. Harrison is being featured in the company's 2010 product catalog.

“James Harrison is considered one of the best hitters in the league and we are proud that world-class players such as James Harrison are wearing Z-Cool,” says Ed Tobergte, president of Gear 2000.