Ballpark Blueprints Launches Line Of Baseball Stadium Blueprints


BALLPARK BLUEPRINTS LAUNCHES LINE OF BASEBALL STADIUM BLUEPRINTS

Animal Blueprint Company Artist Expands Art Collection to Include Legendary Baseball Stadiums


San Juan Capistrano, CA – It doesn’t matter if you are a fan of The House That Ruth Built or bleed Dodger Blue, the newly launched Ballpark Blueprints offers a collection of iconic baseball stadium renderings. 

Artist Robert Redding, is known for his architectural renderings, hand drawn in the original format of blueprints and sketches used by design and construction professionals in the 1950’s.  His first collection, Animal Blueprint Company (www.animalblueprintcompany.com), features blueprints of dogs, cats and horses.  Wildly popular amongst the pet-set, Robert wanted to expand his art collection to include his other passion: Baseball. 

The Ballpark Blueprint collection features 30 stadiums, including: Yankee Stadium (1923-2008), AT&T Park, Busch Stadium, Citi Field, Dodger Stadium, Fenway Park, Oriole Park and Camden Yards, Progressive Field, Wrigley Field, Ebbets Field, Tiger Stadium (1912- 1999).  Available exclusively at UncommonGoods, the framed prints retail for $185 (Framed: 20" H x 26" W, Print: 12" H x 18.5" W). Printed on museum grade, archival paper, each stadium print is framed in a black poplar wood using acid-free archival board.

For the avid fan that sees their home team stadium as hallowed grounds, Ballpark Blueprints offer baseball fanatics the chance to honor their team at home.   With a bird’s eye view of each stadium, the renderings call out details of the baseball diamond; stadium design specs and a key team statistics. The artwork features a distressed finish to give the look and feel of working blueprints used by architects, engineers and construction supervisors in mid-20th century.

"UncommonGoods has supported my work since the beginning.  I am happy to develop this exclusive collection of Baseball Stadiums for them.” says Robert.  “Many of my life's best memories involve playing and watching baseball.  I love that my passion for the game can be expressed now in my art. ”


ABOUT BALLPARK BLUEPRINTS:
Ballpark Blueprints, located in San Juan Capistrano, California, offers a modern take on mid-century inspired architectural renderings of iconic baseball stadiums and is sold exclusively at UncommonGoods.  The artist, Robert Redding, also created Animal Blueprint Company (www.animalblueprintcompany.com), animal renderings featuring a variety of animals including, dogs, cats and horses drawn in the original format of blueprints and sketches used by design and construction professionals in the 1950’s.  All art is made in the USA.

ABOUT UNCOMMONGOODS:
UncommonGoods (www.uncommongoods.com) is an online marketplace offering creatively designed, high-quality merchandise at affordable prices. At UncommonGoods, we believe that creativity and the expression of individuality represent two great human treasures. We have set out to create a business that makes uncommon goods accessible to everyone. Founded in August 1999, UncommonGoods is privately held and headquartered in New York City.

Holiday 2013 Preview: Bravo Sports Offers Gift Ideas For Teen Boys

GIFT IDEA: GIVE BOYS AN AT HOME SKATEPARK

Ramps, Skateboards and More Available at Target, Toys R Us, Wal-Mart and Pulse Performance Products; Gift Ideas Start at $22.99



SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA: Kryptonics, Pulse Performance Products and Blind, offer the essential components to building a skate park at home.  Kids can carve, grind and practice tricks in the driveway or backyard with ramps, skateboards, scooters and helmets.  
Kids don’t need Dad to construct a giant, permanent skate ramp any more.  Kryptonics offers ramps that allow you to easily build your own skate park one piece at a time or combine ramps to create awesome configurations that expand the park and your boarding skills. Durable but lightweight, the ramps can be moved out of the way at the end of the day.
With a simple set up that can be reconfigured to create a new ramp system, the Kryptonics Skate Park Launch Ramp and the Micro Pyramid Ramp, are great for kids who skateboard, scooter or inline skate.    Pulse Performance Products offers scooters for those who are entry level or want to be more extreme with an electric scooter.  The Blind skateboard is also for a beginner skater, while the Kryptonics longboard skateboard is for a skater who has more advanced skills.  
KRYPTONICS SKATE PARK LAUNCH RAMP; $29.98; AVAILABLE AT TOYS R US
The Kryptonics Skate Park Launch Ramp has a tapered leading edge for easier transition and a curved lightly textured ramp face for launching huge airs. Mounting flange on the back accepts Table Top Connectors and Grind Rails for expanding your home skate park. The Kryptonics Skate Park Launch Ramp is constructed of durable, molded polypropylene, one-piece ramp with integrated non-slip rubber feet. It's great for use for use with skateboards, scooters and BMX bikes.



KRYPTONICS MICRO PYRAMID RAMP; $64.99; AVAILABLE AT TOYS R US
Great for the backyard or the skate park, this Kryptonics Micro Pyramid allows you to pull off plenty of your favorite skateboard or scooter tricks. The four-way bridge is constructed of molded polypropylene for durability, and the maximum weight capacity of 175 lbs. offers strength for sick shreds and rigorous rips. The ramps and box set up in no time, so you can start wowing your fellow skaters immediately.
Versatile park feature for skateboards and scooters; Designed to be ripped, whether you’re in the backyard or at the skate park; Four-way molded-polypropylene bridge offers durability for rugged use; Ramps and box connect for quick, simple setup
Assembled dimensions: 49" x 62" x 6.5"
Maximum weight capacity: 175 lbs.

KRYPTONICS LONGBOARD (36"); $74.99; AVAILABLE AT TARGET
Cruise in style down a street, sidewalk or driveway on this skateboard by Kryptonics. The ABEC-5 bearings will help provide a smooth ride. For extra foot traction, the board possesses a concave shape and grip tape. The deck itself is made of 8-ply maple. Durable trucks allow for easy carving while safely descending a hill or while leisurely skating through your neighborhood.
Manufacturers Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Maximum Weight Capacity: 220.0 Lb.





PULSE PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS SONIC SCOOTER; $179.99; AVAILABLE AT WAL-MART
150 Watts Of Raw Power; Full featured XL electric scooter with the max speed allowed, and a higher weight limit.
MOTOR: 150 watt, chain driven motor with speeds up to 13 MPH
BATTERY AND POWER:
24-volt SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) batteries
Ride time of 40 minutes
Twist throttle with Instant Throttle Response (ITR) technology
 Manufacturers Suggested Age13+ / 150 lb. max


BLIND SKATEBOARD; $49.00; AVAILABLE AT ACADEMY
Includes the iconic Blind Reaper by Marc McKee, the original Blind artist that has been driving Blind’s core image for over two decades.  This is a great, entry level skateboard for a beginning rider. 
Manufacturers Suggested Age: 8 years and up








KRYPTONICS HELMET - $22.99 (S/M)- $29.99 (L/XL); AVAILABLE AT TARGET
Protect your head so you can focus on your feet with this go-with-everything black skateboard helmet from Kryptonics; Outer shell is made of lightweight ABS high impact plastic; Inner padding is EPS high energy absorbing foam; Snaps and buckles are made of high impact ABS and nylon; Easy adjusting low-stretch nylon straps; Washable padding is super-comfortable polyester with additional size padding
Manufacturers Suggested Age: 12 Years and Up


PULSE PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS KRUSHER SCOOTER $39.99; AVAILABLE AT PULSESCOOTERS.COM  
Entry level freestyle scooter with improved construction and authentic detail.
Manufacturers Suggested AgeAges 5+ / 140 lb. max










ABOUT BRAVO SPORTS:
Bravo Sports, global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets, has a stable of market-leading brands, including:  E-Z UP™, Shade Tech™, Quik Shade™, John Deere™, Element™, Moto Shade™, Quik Chair™, Quik Shade Pets™,  Blacktop 360™, Airzone™, Variflex™, Pulse Performance Products™, Kryptonics™, Darkstar™, Blind™, Tony Hawk™,  X Games™, Satellite™, Maple™, Channel One™, Static™, Ten-Eighty™, and Hyper™; to go along with several industry leading licenses with other outstanding partners like Marvel™,  Nickelodeon™ and Disney/Pixar™.  Products made by Bravo Sports, which include Instant Canopies, BBQ’s, Trampolines, Skateboards, Scooters, Skates, Ramps, Rails and more, can be found at major retailers worldwide.  Bravo Sports headquarters is located at 12801 Carmenita Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. 562-484-5100   www.bravosportscorp.comwww.pulsescooters.comwww.quikshade.comwww.quikshadepets.com,www.blacktop360.comwww.ezup.com

Bravo Sports Expands Outdoor Division With Addition of E-Z UP® Instant Shelters® For Retail



BRAVO SPORTS EXPANDS OUTDOOR DIVISION
WITH ADDITION OF E-Z UP® INSTANT SHELTERS® FOR RETAIL

Santa Fe Springs, CA –Bravo Sports, global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets, is proud to announce the company has expanded the outdoor division by entering into an exclusive license agreement with International E-Z UP, Inc., a company renowned for creating the first patented Instant Shelter® and “pop up” canopy .

With a roster of market leading brands, Bravo Sports has been looking to expand its presence in the retail channels for instant outdoor shade products.  “We are excited about the partnership with E-Z UP,” says Leonardo Pais, CEO of Bravo Sports.  “It is a logical fit for Bravo Sports because the companies share many of the same core competencies.  Rolling the E-Z UP brand into our portfolio of premium outdoor brands will be seamless and provide us with enhanced brand recognition to further our growth.”

Bravo Sports will license, manufacture, and market the E-Z UP® line of recreational instant shade products to retail markets.  Built for ease-of-use, durability and portability, the company will continue to feature the E-Z UP patented scissor action truss system.

“For over 30 years, E-Z UP has built a reputation on innovation and quality,” says Mark C. Carter, who founded the company in 1982 and invented and patented the E-Z UP® Instant Shelter® at the age of 22, in 1983.  “We believe our partnership with Bravo Sports will expand E-Z UP’s visibility in the U.S. and Canada retail market by utilizing Bravo’s impressive combination of substantial retail customer base in combination with ours and their distribution infrastructure.”

ABOUT E-Z UP:
In business for over 30 years, International E-Z UP, Inc. manufactures and markets a line of patented “instant shelters” and accessories that have revolutionized the tent and canopy industry.  Utilizing E-Z UP technology along with a commitment to production of superior quality and innovative products, E-Z UP continues to lead the portable shelter industry. The Instant Shelter® sets up in seconds on any surface without the use of tools or ropes. Popular uses include corporate, outdoor recreation, exhibit/sales booths, catered affairs, hotel, civic and special events, and many others. (800) 45-SHADE  www.ezup.com

ABOUT BRAVO SPORTS:
Bravo Sports, global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets, has a stable of market-leading brands, including:  E-Z UP™, Shade Tech™, Quik Shade™, John Deere™, Element™, Moto Shade™, Quik Chair™, Quik Shade Pets™,  Blacktop 360™, Airzone™, Variflex™, Pulse Performance Products™, Kryptonics™, Darkstar™, Blind™, Tony Hawk™,  X Games™, Satellite™, Maple™, Channel One™, Static™, Ten-Eighty™, and Hyper™; to go along with several industry leading licenses with other outstanding partners like Marvel™,  Nickelodeon™ and Disney/Pixar™.  Products made by Bravo Sports, which include Instant Canopies, BBQ’s, Trampolines, Skateboards, Scooters, Skates, Ramps, Rails and more, can be found at major retailers worldwide.  Bravo Sports headquarters is located at 12801 Carmenita Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. 562-484-5100  www.bravosportscorp.comwww.pulsescooters.comwww.quikshade.comwww.quikshadepets.comwww.blacktop360.com,www.ezup.com