Tubbs® Romp to Stomp Snowshoe Series Shows Unparalleled Growth

(May 11, 2011) – SEATTLE, Wash. – Tubbs® Snowshoes announced today the incredible success of its 2011 TubbsRomptoStompOutBreastCancerSnowshoeSeries®, with Romp to Stomp events once again surpassing all growth and fundraising expectations. The 2011 series increased participation by 23 percent over 2010 levels and raised over $450,000 for Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

Since its inception in 2003, Tubbs Romp to Stomp has raised more than $1.7 million for breast cancer awareness, education and research. The Series has continued to grow each year at an astonishing rate, with seven events annually in the U.S. and Canada, including locations in Colorado, New Jersey, Ontario, Oregon, Utah, Vermont and Washington. Selling out at three of those events (Colorado, Oregon and Utah), the total member base has grown to nearly 30,000 participants since its inception.

“We continue to see amazing growth each year and cannot thank participants enough for their fundraising to help stomp out breast cancer,” said Wendy Miller, event manager, Tubbs Romp to Stomp.

“Thanks to sponsors we were able to give away thousands of dollars in prizes, including the Limited Edition Pink Romp to Stomp Snowshoes from Tubbs, which were a big hit.”

The series of family-friendly events attracts all levels of snowshoers from young to old. This year, 25 percent of participants were first time snowshoers, with439 Lil Romper participants. The Lil Romper program offers a special discounted registration rate for children 12-years-old and under.

Thanks to thousands of breast cancer survivors and supporters, 2011 was Tubbs Romp to Stomp Snowshoe Series’ most successful season. 2012 marks the series’ 10th anniversary; event locations and dates will be announced this summer.

Note: For images, more information or participant interviews please contact: lisa@verdepr.com

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About Tubbs Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer Snowshoe Series


Since 2003, Tubbs has partnered with the local Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation to present the Tubbs Romp to Stomp out Breast Cancer Snowshoe Series®. The series seeks to introduce people of all ages to the social and health benefits of snowshoeing while raising funds for breast cancer awareness, education, and research. The largest snowshoe series in the world, the Tubbs Romp to Stomp continues to grow every year, attracting participants of all levels with free Tubbs demos, great snowshoe trails, and a fun atmosphere. Visitwww.TubbsRompToStomp.com to find events and learn how you can help stomp out breast cancer one snowshoe step at a time.

About Susan G. Komen for the Cure®â€¨â€¨

Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Komen Race for the Cure® and Komen 3-Day for the Cure®, we have invested more than $1.9 billion to fulfill our promise, becoming the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.

About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation



As the leading national volunteer-based organization dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation works collaboratively to fund, support and advocate for relevant and innovative breast cancer research; meaningful education and awareness programs; early diagnosis and effective treatment; and a positive quality of life for those living with breast cancer. The Foundation has a central office and four regional offices – BC/Yukon, Prairies, Ontario, and Atlantic – each allocating funds for programs unique to regional needs and priorities.

About Tubbs Snowshoes


Tubbs Snowshoes is a leading manufacturer of lightweight, versatile snowshoes for men, women and children with patented binding and crampon systems that simplify and enhance performance for backcountry exploration, day hiking, and trail walking. Founded in 1906, Tubbs Snowshoes is recognized as the sport’s pioneer with a heritage of technological innovation, and market development initiatives that promote winter adventure, exercise and family fun, including Tubbs Romp to Stomp Series™, Tubbs TrailNet™, and Tubbs Winter Fit for Kids programs. Tubbs is a member of the K2 Sports family of world-leading wintersports and outdoor recreational brands. For more information about Tubbs’ product line, calendar of events, and great places to snowshoe, visitwww.TubbsSnowshoes.com