‘‘Experiencing the unexpected is what adventure racing is all about, and having gear that won’t let you down is crucial,’’ said Jake Bennett, founder and CEO of Numa Sport Optics. He completed his first adventure race, the 250-mile, 3-day Adventure Xstream event in Moab, in the fall of 2007. After crossing the finish line, Bennett said, ‘‘I can’t think of a better group of adventure-seekers to test the toughness of our sunglasses.’‘

‘‘This is an ideal partnership for us,’’ commented Zach Doppel, TBARC president. ‘‘Numa makes ‘tough’ eyewear for adventure racers and our organization has some of the best athletes in the country.’‘

About Numa
Numa Sport Optics, makers of ‘‘Eyewear That’s as Tough as You Are,’’ will put its products to the ultimate test in 2008 with the help of adventure racers. These athletes will serve as the quality assurance crew for brutal use and certain abuse. Numa’s products offer adventure racers protection, reliability and performance that simply aren’t available elsewhere in the eyewear industry.

About TrailBlazers
Trailblazers Adventure Racing Club is the Southeast’s largest club devoted entirely to adventure racing. The club helps it members improve their skills via trainings, clinics, workshops and races. It also has one of the most comprehensive AR websites on the net. Other benefits of membership include reduced entry fees for select local and national races, discounts on gear and certification classes, and custom club swag. There are current chapters in over 11 cities and six states.