ForeFront to Exclusively Distribute GolfLogix GPS Devices
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- GolfLogix, Inc. today
announced that their new consumer handheld GPS unit powered by Garmin will
be introduced at the PGA Merchandise Show January 25-27, 2007 at the Orange
County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. GolfLogix, Inc. also
announced an agreement for GolfLogix GPS to be exclusively distributed by
ForeFront Group Inc., the industry leader in golf accessory sales and
distribution.
"With the recent USGA and R&A rulings that have made GPS distance
measurement devices allowable for the game of golf, handheld GPS currently
represents one of the fastest growing product sales segments in the golf
business," said Scott Lambrecht, CEO of GolfLogix, Inc. "Now, technology
powered by GPS industry leader Garmin will be available to individual
golfers with the new GolfLogix GPS."
"Golf GPS is in the early growth stages and there is a tremendous
opportunity for GolfLogix GPS to capture the leadership position in this
market," said Mike Hedge, ForeFront President and CEO. "Garmin technology
is recognized as powering the most accurate GPS devices in the world.
Garmin is the known leader in the general aviation and consumer GPS markets
... and, with the introduction of the GolfLogix GPS, it will soon be known
as the leader in golf."
Through its exclusive distribution agreement with ForeFront, GolfLogix
GPS will be offered to and available from all leading golf courses, golf
specialty and sporting goods outlets utilizing ForeFront's 10,000+ retail
points of sale. ForeFront is supporting the GolfLogix GPS product launch
with 50+ salespeople, in-store merchandising, retail sales training, and a
customized point of purchase program with countertop displays and take-away
product brochures.
GolfLogix, Inc. has an exclusive agreement to utilize their proprietary
golf software on Garmin's popular eTrex line of GPS receivers. Features of
the product include:
-- automatic scrolling to next hazard or green;
-- no buttons to push during play;
-- large, easy-to-read screen for all-weather conditions; and
-- completely waterproof and shockproof construction.
With a suggested retail of $349, GolfLogix will offer access to
thousands of golf facilities around the world with the most competitive
subscription prices in the industry. As part of the launch, consumers will
receive one free course download with their purchase.
About GolfLogix, Inc.
GolfLogix, Inc. is a privately held company based in Scottsdale,
Arizona. Founded in 1999, GolfLogix, Inc. is dedicated to offering
technology-based solutions designed to improve individual golfer's
performance and assist the golf industry with accurate unprecedented
information. GolfLogix holds a patent on the use of an individual GPS
device to collect a golfer's performance data on the golf course with
computerized analysis of the golfer's performance data after the round. For
more information and downloadable photos, visit http://www.golflogix.com or
call 602-799-7838.
About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a member of the Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN)
group of companies, which designs and manufactures navigation,
communication and information devices -- most of which are enabled by GPS
technology. Garmin is a leader in the general aviation and consumer GPS
markets and its products serve aviation, marine, outdoor recreation,
automotive, wireless and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in
the Cayman Islands, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the
United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit
Garmin's virtual pressroom at http://www.garmin.com/pressroom or contact
the Media Relations department at 913-397-8200. Anticipated product
availability dates are based on management's current expectations and are
not guaranteed.
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Notice on forward-looking statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd.
and its business. All statements regarding the company's future product
introductions and expected product availability dates are forward-looking
statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations.
The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may
not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known
and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but
not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the year ended December 31, 2005 filed by Garmin with the Securities
and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of
Garmin's Form 10-K can be downloaded at
http://www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No
forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements
speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement,
whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
About ForeFront
ForeFront Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: FOFH), formerly Datrek
Miller International, is a leading supplier of golf accessory products and
services. The company and its subsidiaries have been designing,
manufacturing, and marketing premium quality golf accessory products since
1907. ForeFront owns the Burton Golf, Datrek, Devant Sport Towels, Miller
Golf and Sir Christopher Hatton brands and has licensing and/or
distribution agreements with the NCAA, NFL/Wilson Sporting Goods, PGA TOUR,
Champions Tour, LPGA, Nationwide Tour, Ryder Cup, Suunto, Top of the World
Headwear and Rob Akins Golf. ForeFront services over 10,000 points of sale
through multiple distribution channels offering a wide selection of
products and value-added services. More information and a complete product
catalog can be found at http://www.forefrontgolf.com.
Contact: Scott Lambrecht
GolfLogix, Inc.
602-799-7838
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