Team Slipstream/Chipotle - 2007

Chipotle

When Chipotle (pronounced chi-POAT-lay) opened its first store in 1993, the idea was simple: demonstrate that food served fast didn't have to be a "fast-food" experience. Chipotle uses high-quality raw ingredients, classic cooking methods and a distinctive interior design, and have friendly people to take care of each customer-features that are more frequently found in the world of fine dining. When Chipotle opened, there wasn't an industry category to describe what they were doing. Some 13 years and more than 530 stores later, Chipotle compete's in a category of dining now called "fast-casual," the fastest growing segment of the restaurant industry, where customers expect food quality that's more in line with full-service restaurants, coupled with the speed and convenience of fast food.

ABN-AMRO

ABN AMRO is a prominent international bank, our history going back to 1824. ABN AMRO ranks eighth in Europe and 13th in the world based on total assets, with more than 4,500 branches in 53 countries, a staff of over 110,000 full-time equivalents and total assets of EUR 999 billion (as at 30 September 2006).

Colorado Altitude Training

Colorado Altitude Training (CAT) has world headquarters in Boulder, Colorado with distributors on 4 continents. CAT advances altitude simulation technology by maintaining the largest research and development division in the industry and by cultivating relationships with key researchers on its Board of Advisors. Unsurpassed research has yielded cutting edge altitude simulation products. Combine top products with the unparalleled customer service, and anyone can see why Colorado Altitude Training is the world leader in altitude simulation technology.

5280 Magazine

5280 is Denver's lifestyle magazine that captures the Mile-High City's unique voice. Coverage includes arts and entertainment, dining, sports and outdoor recreation, local issues and history.

5280 has more readers than any local magazine in Colorado. In fact, in Denver, 5280 outsells most national publications, with a readership that exceeds such well-known national magazines as Time, People, Oprah, and Martha Stewart Living.

CLIF Bar

CLIF Bar & Co. is a leading maker of energy and nutrition foods and beverages committed to sustainability from the field to the final product. The team relies on a complete line of all-natural, mostly organic products from CLIF Bar for nutrition for sustained energy and natural performance enhancement: CLIF Shot Electrolyte and Recovery drink mixes, CLIF Shot energy gels and Shot Bloks, CLIF Bars, Luna Bars, Mojo Bars, Nectar Bars, and Builder's Bars.

CycleOps

CycleOps is part of the Saris Cycling Group, based in Madison, WI. The CycleOps line includes the Power Tap power meter and CycleOps trainers which Team Slipstream will be using exclusively in 2007. All of the team's training rides and races will roll on the new wireless Power Tap SL 2.4 system. Indoor workouts and race warm-ups will take place on the new Fluid2 and Magneto trainers - the most advanced trainers available, delivering progressive resistance and road-like feel.

Cyclingnews.com

Cyclingnews.com is the first www cycling results and news service, and the proclaimed "World Center of Cycling." The website has been a proud supporter of Team TIAA-CREF for it's three year history, and continues on as an official partner of Team Slipstream. Rider diaries, race reports, and photos from Team Slipstream will be featured on cyclingnews.com throughout the 2007 season.

Cycling.tv

Cycling.tv began broadcasting Pro Cycling on the internet in September 2003. Internet TV or IPTV is the fastest growing broadcast media. In this new business sector Cycling.tv quickly established a reputation for quality and breadth of service to the niche cycling audiences worldwide. Tune in to cycling.tv during the 2007 season for exclusive Team Slipstream content and to see the team in action in some of the biggest races in the US and Europe.

fi'zi:k

fi'zi:k is committed to providing the ultimate in saddle design - combining comfort and lightweight, technology and innovation. Through physiological research, anatomic studies and advanced technology, fi'zi:k has succeeded in creating that perfect combination. To date, the brand offers twelve distinct model shapes in over twenty variations specifically designed for many riding styles and disciplines. Team Slipstream rides the Arione, Pave, Aliante and Nisene saddles on their road bikes, and the Chrono saddle on their time trial bikes, demonstrating fi'zi:k's position as the undisputed leader in innovation and technology in saddle design and manufacturing.

Pedro's

Pedro¹s makes top quality tools, lubricants and bicycle care products for cyclists and their mechanics, with a focus on sustainability.
Based in Wilmington, Mass., Pedro¹s distributes to 34 countries. Since 1989, Pedro¹s products have helped champions reach the podium at events ranging from the World Championships to the Tour de France. Pedro's is a division of Swix Sport USA. Team Slipstream's mechanics rely on Pedro's tools, lubes, and bike care products to keep the team's Felt bikes running smoothly and looking great!

RockyMounts

From our humble origins in the early 90's in Boulder, Colorado, RockyMounts was born from the need for some better bicycle racks. The offerings from the large manufacturers were lacking and did not serve the need of the core cyclists which were begging for something different. We introduced our first bike rack in 1993 and since then have introduced new products to adapt to the ever changing car industry and evolving bicycle technology. RockyMounts has decked out Team Slipstream's trailer, Sprinter van, and team cars with custom-built racks, including their colorful Lariat trays.

Sci'Con Technical Bags

Team Slipstream relies on Sci'Con's Technical bike and wheel bags when traveling to races in the US and Europe.

Shimano

Shimano is a Japanese multinational manufacturer of cycling components, fishing tackle, and snowboarding equipment. In 2005, the company had net sales of US$1.4 billion. Bicycle components provided 75 % of its sales income. Fishing tackle produced 23 % of the company's sales income, while other products-including snowboarding equipment and other forged parts-produced about 2 % of its sales income. Shimano produced golf supplies until 2005, when they abandoned the enterprise as unprofitable.

Headquartered in Sakai, Japan, the company has 32 consolidated subsidiaries and 11 unconsolidated subsidiaries. Its primary manufacturing plants are in Kunshan, Malaysia, and Singapore, while its sales are in Europe (41 % of total sales) and North America (17 %). Shimano is publicly traded and has 102.8 million shares of common stock outstanding.

Shimano provides Team Slipstream Sports-Chipotle with racing components including grouppos, brakes, wheels, pedals and shoes for their road bikes. www.shimano.com

TIAA-CREF

TIAA-CREF (Teacher Inuity and Assurances Association/College Retirement Equity Fund) offers a wide range of investment products and services designed to meet the investors' specific financial needs, offering expert ways to help them control and manage income through retirement. They provide unbiased, personal advice through our non-commissioned consultants, who are compensated on client service excellence, not product sales. www.tiaa-cref.org

VMG Racing

VMG Racing was established in 2004 to manage, promote, and support athletes and athletic events in a variety of sporting disciplines. VMG's founder Mark Holowesko is a life-long sportsman, cyclist, sailor and Ironman triathlete. Mark has represented the Bahamas in a number of Star Class World Championships and the 1996 Olympic Games. http://www.vmgbahamas.com/

Dedicated Athlete - Dedicated Athlete is a group of passionate individuals which is primarily focused on helping athlete's become the absolute best that they can be through proper training, nutrition and lifestyle.

Dedicated Athlete supports clean sport and educates athletes on proper care of their bodies; Dedicated Athlete helps them perform to their best ability, without ever crossing any ethical lines. www.dedicatedathlete.com

Oakley

With a corporate culture dedicated to purpose beyond reason, Oakley blends science and art to redefine product categories by rejecting the constraints of conventional ideas. Oakley is recognized as one of the most coveted brands in performance technology and fashion. The icon is embraced by the global culture of competitors who define their own lifestyle - the world-class athletes who exceed the limits of possibility. In its devotion to these athletes, Oakley does the same.

Oakley's thirty-year legacy of invention has led to a diversified range of products including eyewear, apparel, accessories, watches, footwear and electronics. Awarded more than 600 patents worldwide, Oakley today is a global icon offering products to consumers in more than 100 countries. Although it is recognized as a definitive lifestyle brand, Oakley is a technology company with a heritage of innovation, dedication to purpose, and authenticity. www.oakley.com

Arundel

The goal of the Arundel Bike Company (as grandiose as it is.) is simple: come up with some cool bike equipment that people want to buy. Arundel supplies the team with their ultra light carbon bottle cages. www.arundelbikes.com

Vittoria

After 50 years of activity (1953 - 2003), Vittoria is combining the best Italian creativity with the tremendous technological potential of Lion Tyres to evolve still further as the driving force behind change in the cycling world.

Vittoria puts a tremendous amount of effort into maintaining its position as the world's uncontested top name in tubulars and tires, and is constantly developing cutting edge technologies and innovative new products. http://www.vittoria.com/

Ultimate Supports

For more than a decade, Ultimate Support is the benchmark for the design and manufacture of the world's most recognized bicycle repair and storage stands. http://www.ultimatesupport.com

Paul Lange & Co.

Paul Lange & Co is a prominent German company focused on importing high quality bicycle brands such as Shimano.