Golf traction just got better as CHAMP has added another partner to its growing list. When Stuburt introduces its 2007 Golf collection of men’s and women’s golf shoes they will come equipped with CHAMP spikes.
In addition to the spikes, the majority of all men’s and women’s shoes will come equipped with CHAMP’s patented Q-LOK® system. Q-LOK is the industry’s quickest and easiest receptacle system to use. The spikes can be removed and replaced with just ¼ of a turn of the wrench.
Both CHAMP and Stuburt have a long history in the golf industry. CHAMP is celebrating their 75th year while Stuburt began back in 1905 and recently re-launched their product line in 2003. Both companies also share the distinction of being forerunners in the use of the latest technology and materials in their respective segments of the golf industry. CHAMP in traction and Stuburt in shoes.
"Our venture with Stuburt is a partnership between two companies that share many of the same values; innovation, comfort, and performance," said Harris MacNeill, President of CHAMP Spikes. "Our Q-lok system continues to gain momentum across the golf industry. With Q-lok there is no more wrestling with spikes that won’t come out. A quick ¼ turn and the spike is out. Another ¼ turn and your new spikes are in. The innovation is in the simplicity. It isn’t complicated technology, but it is the fastest and easiest."
"Our partnership with CHAMP is a move towards innovation," said Cliff Dews, Director of Operations, Stuburt. "We owe our customers the best in comfort and style. That is what CHAMP provides. The Q-lok system is comfortable to use and wear. The Stinger spikes that CHAMP has designed for us are a statement of our commitment to style. Together, with our Multi-Fibre -Weave, the golfer will eliminate painful hot spots and have stability through all phases of the swing."
Currently, CHAMP spikes and their Q-LOK system are original equipment in all Nike, Dexter, Hi-Tec, ECCO, and now Stuburt shoes.
About MacNeill Engineering and CHAMP Spikes
CHAMP is a division of MacNeill Engineering Worldwide, which has been designing and manufacturing athletic footwear components since 1931. The company has been a pioneer in cleat technology since it introduced the world’s first locking spike: SURE-LOK. Since then, MacNeill Engineering has grown to be the world leader in the sport cleat industry with revolutionary offerings which include the CHAMP Q-LOK System®, used in all Nike®, Dexter®, and Hi-Tec® golf shoes; the CHAMP TRI-LOK® system, which fits shoes by Foot Joy®, Adidas® and Etonic®; as well as the most complete line of innovative spikes in the world, including the new CHAMP Scorpion STINGERâ?¢ spikes, CHAMP ScorpionSpike®; and CHAMP TRACâ?¢ spikes.
About Stuburt
In 1905 a partnership was formed between shoemaker Mr. Ralph Stubbs and his young assistant Mr. Frederick Burt, STUBBS and BURT. This partnership witnessed the beginnings of the company which, now trading as Stuburt, is once again playing a leading rolein the golf shoe industry.
In 2003 UK Golf Services recognized the huge potential in re-launching the much loved shoe brand. Since returning to the shelves of the UK and European stores, Stuburt have experienced huge demand for its range of high performance, technologically advanced golf shoes.
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