Boathouse Sports today unveiled its custom Made-In-America unisuit that will be worn by USRowing'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 is the result of numerous prototypes and countless hours of in-boat testing and feedback from the athletes to create the best performance apparel in the rowing market. While there are several key highlights to the superior technology used in the new unisuit, foremost is the brand new fabric that features high-wicking micro-denier yarn for greater softness and comfort in wear without sacrificing support or durability.
Parallel to this innovative fabric technology is the enhanced fit—the Pinnacle II features an improved neckline and armhole curvature, a more flattering waistline, and non-roll leg openings for better performance, comfort and unparalleled style. In response to the demanding rigors of training, Boathouse removed the center back seam to eliminate friction for increased comfort during prolonged activity. Lastly, the unisuit features innovative sewing techniques that reduces bulk and chafing and eliminates thread pops during wear.
"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."