Arnold Palmer Footwear and Timing Group Debut New 2005 Styles at the PGA Merchandise Show

Press Release

Posted 2005-01-22

One of the most venerable names in golf is quickly making a name for himself in the footwear industry. Arnold Palmer, who just celebrated his 50th year as a professional golfer, is equally active in a number of business ventures and he shows no signs of slowing down. Timing Group, the maker of his Arnold Palmer Footwear, is introducing several new style lines at this week’s PGA Merchandise Show including the Competition, Birkdale, Legends Golf, Bay Hill by Arnold Palmer, Parasol and Arnold Palmer Touring collections.

“Based on the great response we had last year, we are introducing an extensive line of new golf shoe styles for the coming season,” said David Slaughter, president of Timing Group. “We have also made rather significant strides in the area of dress and casual shoes under the Arnold Palmer umbrella, so you are going to see a lot more from us in the way of off-course shoes as well.”

Timing Group is also introducing the first of its ladies footwear under the Parasol label (which plays off of the Arnold Palmer logo). These styles will be available in Spring 2005. The company is also introducing a number of dress and casual shoes that are designed and manufactured in Brazil and China. Most are expected to fall in the area of classic comfort, leisure and touring.

Timing Group will exhibit its full 2005 line of footwear in Booth#12122 at the PGA Merchandise Show. Attendees will get a first-hand look at this inspiring line that includes:

Competition: A collection of modern athletic golf footwear with a high-tech pleated comfort sole. These shoes come with a 2-year waterproof warranty, and retails between $59.95 – $69.95.

Birkdale: This collection has a more progressive, contemporary style and features a new spikeless sole with Lateral Slide Control construction. It also incorporates Outlast® Adaptive Comfort® technology for insoles with advanced climate control. This style comes with a 2-year waterproof warranty and retails between $69.95 – $79.95.

Legend: Featuring the ultimate in style and design for the serious golf aficionado is the Legend collection. These shoes sport the finest leathers anchored on an all new sole construction. They include the Champ Stinger cleat. Also includes outlast insoles and full leather lining for max comfort and feel. 120-150 retail.

Bay Hill: The newest edition to the Arnold Palmer golf family of footwear is the Bay Hill line. Targeting the discerning golfer, this collection features the very latest in high-tech cleatless soles in the industry. They come with a 2-year waterproof warranty and retail between $89.95 – $119.95.

Parasol: This collection showcases the ultimate styling in ladies’ footwear fashion for the golf course. The entire line is built around vibrant colors and designs that no country club or resort should be without. They also include the new high-tech cleatless sole. This line comes with a 1-year waterproof warranty and retails between $59.95 – $69.95.

Arnold Palmer Touring: Arnold Palmer Footwear also includes a wide range of off-course casual styles. These will be on display in addition to the extensive line of golf footwear. These shoes range in price from $59.95- $99.95.

ABOUT TIMING GROUP
Timing Group, LLC is a privately held marketing group that specializes in the sales, marketing and distribution of dress, casual, sport and golf footwear for ladies, men and children. It is the licensee and manufacturer of Arnold Palmer™ Men’s Footwear, Arnie’s Army Golf Shoes™, Arnold Palmer Golf Shoes™ and other fine footwear. Its goal is to deliver quality products to their retail customers in a timely and efficient manner that allows them to maximize sales and increase bottom-line profitability. The company is currently the international licensee of Arnold Palmer Footwear™, Arnie’s Army™ and Arnold Palmer Golf Shoes™. Based in New York City, Timing Group has strategic manufacturing alliances in China, with headquarters in Taipei, Taiwan as well as Franca and Novo Hamburgo, Brazil. Timing Group can be reached toll free by phoning 877-870-8100 or through its website at www.timinggroup.net for more information.