<p><img src="http://www.ridemonkey.com/media/clip_image001.jpg" width="134" height="200" hspace="5" align="left">To race at an elite level requires a unique mentality. Racers have to be physically prepared for their event, determined to make sacrifices, and have an inner desire for competition. No matter how much one trains, or how many VO2 tests they’ve taken, one factor will always be at the root of elite-level racing, money. It takes cash to be able to get to the races, have competitive equipment or even take time off of work if necessary. In mountain bike racing, it’s possible to be extremely successful amateur racer scoring great results in National-caliber races, yet fly completely under the radar.</p>
<p>As any accomplished pro racer will attest to, marketing one’s self as a valuable asset to a potential sponsor is the best way to get a foot in the door with sponsorship. But how do you do that? What if you’re a talented rider who lives thousands of miles away from the heart of the mountain bike industry? What if you’re only an amateur, but have aspirations of racing pro, and want to get the buzz about your skills to potential sponsor? That’s exactly why the company Sponsorhouse.com was formed, to connect riders and sponsors. </p>
<p><strong>HANDS ON WITH BIKES </strong>
In an effort to show their dedication to helping riders make industry connections and land sponsorship deals, SponsorHouse sought out the knowledge of professional downhill racer Rich Houseman, and named him Director Of Bicycle Sponsorships. Houseman, 26, has nearly 20 years of bicycle sponsorship experience, dating back to his factory BMX days, to his current status as a Foes Factory Team downhill and mountaincross racer.</p><p>“Rich’s accomplishments as a professional BMX and mountain bike racer speak for themselves,” said Scott Tilton, President of SponsorHouse, Inc. “His attitude and professionalism is a great addition to the brand, and his efforts will help establish SponsorHouse as the premiere service helping to connect riders with sponsors in the bicycle industry.”</p><p><strong>HOW DOES IT WORK?</strong>
With SponsorHouse, riders create a personal resume and bio on an account that they can access around the clock, and have the ability to send their profile to companies who’ve willing signed up for the service. When a rider submits a sponsorship request to a company, it shows up in the appropriate section of their account (depending on their preset preferences and on the riders career level). The company will get an email notification regarding their requests. Most of the companies will search the database of riders, looking for top-level riders. They also have tools and resources at their disposal to help find the riders that fit with their brand.</p><p><strong>WHO CAN USE IT?</strong>
SponsorHouse’s services are applicable for pros to beginners, and each will get something different out of the experience. Top amateur riders and Pro's are put in different sections of the site for the companies to view. If you are at the level where sponsors are coming to you, then the site can be used as another outlet to get your name out and allow people to contact you. Beginners may not land a sponsorship right away, but will learn the ropes of how sponsorships are developed and career management.</p><p>Recreational riders need not apply: You have to be an action sports athlete that is trying to get to the next level or is looking to make a career out of riding. </p><p><strong>WHAT SPORTS ARE REPRESENTED?</strong>
SponsorHouse isn’t only connected to the mountain bike industry; depending on the time of year, they also make rider-sponsor connections in Motocross, and BMX.<br>
Visit www.sponsorhouse.com to learn more.</p>
Story and Photo by: Ryan Cleek
Courtesy of : www.mbaction.com
<p>As any accomplished pro racer will attest to, marketing one’s self as a valuable asset to a potential sponsor is the best way to get a foot in the door with sponsorship. But how do you do that? What if you’re a talented rider who lives thousands of miles away from the heart of the mountain bike industry? What if you’re only an amateur, but have aspirations of racing pro, and want to get the buzz about your skills to potential sponsor? That’s exactly why the company Sponsorhouse.com was formed, to connect riders and sponsors. </p>
<p><strong>HANDS ON WITH BIKES </strong>
In an effort to show their dedication to helping riders make industry connections and land sponsorship deals, SponsorHouse sought out the knowledge of professional downhill racer Rich Houseman, and named him Director Of Bicycle Sponsorships. Houseman, 26, has nearly 20 years of bicycle sponsorship experience, dating back to his factory BMX days, to his current status as a Foes Factory Team downhill and mountaincross racer.</p><p>“Rich’s accomplishments as a professional BMX and mountain bike racer speak for themselves,” said Scott Tilton, President of SponsorHouse, Inc. “His attitude and professionalism is a great addition to the brand, and his efforts will help establish SponsorHouse as the premiere service helping to connect riders with sponsors in the bicycle industry.”</p><p><strong>HOW DOES IT WORK?</strong>
With SponsorHouse, riders create a personal resume and bio on an account that they can access around the clock, and have the ability to send their profile to companies who’ve willing signed up for the service. When a rider submits a sponsorship request to a company, it shows up in the appropriate section of their account (depending on their preset preferences and on the riders career level). The company will get an email notification regarding their requests. Most of the companies will search the database of riders, looking for top-level riders. They also have tools and resources at their disposal to help find the riders that fit with their brand.</p><p><strong>WHO CAN USE IT?</strong>
SponsorHouse’s services are applicable for pros to beginners, and each will get something different out of the experience. Top amateur riders and Pro's are put in different sections of the site for the companies to view. If you are at the level where sponsors are coming to you, then the site can be used as another outlet to get your name out and allow people to contact you. Beginners may not land a sponsorship right away, but will learn the ropes of how sponsorships are developed and career management.</p><p>Recreational riders need not apply: You have to be an action sports athlete that is trying to get to the next level or is looking to make a career out of riding. </p><p><strong>WHAT SPORTS ARE REPRESENTED?</strong>
SponsorHouse isn’t only connected to the mountain bike industry; depending on the time of year, they also make rider-sponsor connections in Motocross, and BMX.<br>
Visit www.sponsorhouse.com to learn more.</p>
Story and Photo by: Ryan Cleek
Courtesy of : www.mbaction.com