Building on the solid business footing that partner DCI Sales has built; KLIM will work together with their former distributor to build the brand well into the future in Canada

KLIM (Teton Outfitters Inc.) today announced they will assume all distribution responsibilities in Canada effective January 1, 2013 through a newly created branch, KLIM Canada.

The current distributor, DCI Sales, will not only support the transition process but will also become integrated into KLIM Canada as their staff joins the KLIM family.

“DCI Sales has done a truly remarkable job over the past 10 years growing the KLIM brand in Canada. We now look forward to serving our customers directly through KLIM Canada and improving every aspect of the KLIM experience for the Canadian market,” Justin Summers, KLIM founder, president and CEO, said.

This transition will allow KLIM to build on DCI’s efforts to partner with the best power sports dealers throughout Canada and bring the best possible brand experience to Canadian riders. KLIM continues to strive as a business model that works as close as possible with their retail partners.

This commitment from KLIM continues through investments in infrastructure within Canada to support the growing demand for KLIM products. KLIM Canada will increase business efficiencies and support the valuable KLIM customers and dealers in Canada better than ever.

ABOUT KLIM – KLIM Technical Riding Gear is the global leader in designing, developing and manufacturing the most advanced motor sports apparel for the snowmobile and motorcycle rider. Utilizing the world’s highest technologies in waterproof, breathable, durable and comfortable materials, KLIM builds gear for the most demanding riders. Driven by the continual feedback and input from dedicated test pilots and passionate customers, KLIM strives to do one thing above all—improve the riding experience without compromise.

For more information, visit www.KLIM.com.

After a 27-hour battle with the most brutal racing terrain the Baja Peninsula of Mexico has to offer, the Motoworks / Can-Am DS 450 team of Josh Frederick, Jeremie Warnia, Collins Webster and Jarrod McClure crossed the finish line ahead of 297 other starters and 1121 miles away from the start line of the Baja 1000 in Ensenada, Mexico. Once across the line, the team was officially declared the Pro ATV-class winner of the 45th running of the Baja 1000.

“This team was prepared to deliver BRP its first Pro ATV-class victory in over a decade and the first for the DS 450 ATV,” said Jimmie O’Dell, Can-Am off-road race manager. “The dedication by the entire Motoworks team was evident from pre-running to the finish; I am proud that they are an important partner with BRP.”

As the race descended the peninsula, and the terrain got rougher, the team gained time on the leader. And when darkness fell, the team made up ground on the first-place team. By dawn, the Motoworks-prepped DS 450 passed for the lead and pulled away to the finish line 300 miles away. The team won the race by more than two hours on the next Pro ATV-class competitor.

“I am so proud of everyone who was part of this Baja team,” said lead rider Josh Frederick. “It was a ton of hard work, but everyone really stepped up and made it happen. The bike was flawless. We had to change out a few bent parts early on, and that set us about an hour back. But we stuck to the plan and just kept plugging away it paid off in the end. I’m so happy right now!”

The team hit a rock and broke a the frame mount for the footpeg off about 200 miles into the race, after limping the stricken ATV into the next pit stop, the Motoworks crew quickly went to work to minimize the time lost. The machine was back out on the course in no time and started the amazing comeback on the lead teams.

“I can’t say enough about the racers and the pit crews,” said team owner Johnny Leach. “Winning the Baja 1000 is something everyone dreams of, and I am glad I was a part of getting this team prepped and ready for such a tough off-road race. This will be tough to top, but we can’t wait for next season.”

By winning the Baja 1000, Frederick also clinched the 2012 SCORE Pro ATV (Class 25) Championship title, earning himself the honour of being able to run the coveted #1A number plate during the upcoming 2013 SCORE season.

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea‑Doo watercraft, Evinrude and Johnson outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as E-TEC, Can-Am all-terrain and side-by-side vehicles and roadsters, as well as Rotax engines and karts. With manufacturing facilities on three continents, BRP products are distributed in more than 100 countries.

www.brp.com