Mountainsmith is partnering with the United States Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (USBSF) to become their official backpack and luggage supplier. The three-year agreement is effective immediately and will continue through the 2006 winter Olympics. Greg Thomsen, president and CEO of Mountainsmith, and Matt Roy, Executive Director of the USBSF, made the joint announcement.

“As the team gathers steam leading up to the 2006 Olympics, Mountainsmith looks forward to providing them with durable, tough packs and luggage that will survive the rigors of their extensive worldwide travel,” stated Thomsen. “We like to associate ourselves with such exhilarating sports and with the incredible athletes that compete at the very highest levels of world competition. Being involved with the Bobsled and Skeleton teams will infuse excitement into our strategic marketing efforts to expand our luggage line and enhance its visibility. It is a win-win partnership for both the USBSF and Mountainsmith.”

“With Mountainsmith’s rugged and abuse-resistant luggage, our teams have been assured that their travel around the world will be made much easier,” said Roy. “It’s great to see that in these tough economical times, an American based company like Mountainsmith, sees the value in supporting American bobsled and skeleton athletes.”