United States Snowshoes Distributor & Retailer Acquires Full-Partner Status with Tubbs Snowshoes

Montpelier, VT October 28, 2005 -— ORS Snowshoes Direct, a national retailer of snowshoes from Tubbs, MSR and Atlas, announced recently the company is offering the entire Tubbs Snowshoes product line for the 2005-2006 winter season. Through its comprehensive partnership with Tubbs, the company provides snow shoes for all ages and abilities.

From backcountry and expedition models to women specific and kids snowshoes, the Tubbs product line targets all snowshoeing categories. For backcountry and out-of bounds, the Tubbs Mountain series is available ( image available at http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_mountain_snowshoes.htm ). All terrain users can choose between the Elevation and Altitude series ( images available at
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_elevation_snowshoes.htm &
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_altitude_womens_snowshoes.htm ). The Adventure and
Discovery snowshoes are targeted for occasional recreation and beginner snowshoers ( images
available at http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_adventure_snowshoes.htm &
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_discovery_snowshoes.htm ). And for kids there is a complete children's line ( images available at
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_kid_snowshoes.htm ), while snowshoe racing and running enthusiasts can select the Catalyst ( image available at
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_running_snowshoes_racing_snowshoes.htm ).

"Tubbs Snowshoes is responsible for bringing this winter activity into the modern age. Throughout the years, we've been able to offer our customers the continuously innovative solutions that Tubbs has brought to the sport," states Darby Thomas, ORS Snowshoes Direct Sales Coordinator. "Our on-going relationship with Tubbs has acquired full-partner status, and our customers benefit most by being able to select the exact snowshoe model from the entire Tubbs Snowshoes product line that best suits their particular needs, abilities and price level."

About Tubbs Snow Shoes.
Tubbs Snowshoe Company is the industry leader in the emerging snowshoe category with over 45% market share. Beginning nearly half a century ago, the company is a pioneer in modern
snowshoeing technology. Throughout the years, the company has introduced the newest in innovative technology regarding all aspects of snow snows, from bindings to decking materials. The company offers a complete line of products for day hikers, backcountry explorers and snowboarders, running and racing, as well as beginners, children and women specific models designed for control, support, durability and ease of use.

About ORS Snowshoes Direct
ORS Snowshoes Direct is a privately held company specializing in comprehensive sales and service of snowshoes and snowshoeing accessories. Representing the industry’s most respected manufacturers, including Atlas, Tubbs and MSR Snowshoes, the company offers complete product lines for all ages and abilities. The company thoroughly tests all products it sells in the mountains and snowshoe trails of Vermont, where the company is located. ORS Snowshoes Direct has been providing consumer sales for over three decades to the U.S. market through multi-channel outlets that include store front, internet and phone sales. Their full line of Tubbs Snowshoes is available for review at
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com/tubbs_snowshoes.htm

Contact Information: General Inquiries, ORS Snowshoes Direct, +1-802-229-2893.
http://www.orssnowshoesdirect.com