As part of a three-year sponsorship deal that kicked off last year, Luck Stone Corp, one of the largest stone and aggregates companies in the US, will be the presenting sponsor of the 14th annual XTERRA EAST Championship off-road triathlon and trail running races on 9-10 June.
In partnership with the Friends of James River Park, Luck Stone’s sponsorship will also bring focus on environmental stewardship and showcases one of the best urban park systems in the US. Luck Stone continues to demonstrate its commitment to the Richmond Community, the environment by preserving open spaces, providing products for public trails and parks and cleaning up trail way systems throughout the state of Virginia.
Bob Grauer, President of Luck Stone, said, “We are inspired by XTERRA’s athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. Their grit and determination to be the best in the world and to exceed their goals is something we admire and strive to emulate daily in our business.”
Luck Stone’s commitment to XTERRA, to the local Richmond Community and to the Friends of James River Park remains stronger than ever. “We are thrilled to be partnering with XTERRA on the East Championship and to bring elite athletes to a city that encourages healthy outdoor activities and environmental stewardship,” Grauer added.
“The City of Richmond is playing an active role in getting the community active and engaged in fitness and health awareness with the Healthy Richmond Campaign. With the XTERRA games returning this year, this will be a prime opportunity for Richmond to promote our great trails and parks, engage our cycling community, and encourage residents to get healthy, and stay healthy,” said City of Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones.
“Richmond has been a crew and racer favorite for more than a decade now, and the trails have gotten better every year” said Dave Nicholas, Managing Director of the XTERRA World Tour. “We commend Luck Stone for their support of the James River Park System, it is truly a gem. Here you have a bike course that resembles a wild forested rollercoaster ride right in the middle of a major city.”
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