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6/29/2009

ESOLES CUSTOM FOOTBEDS AND PGA TOUR ANNOUNCE MULTI-YEAR LICENSEE AGREEMENT

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. - (June 29, 2009) - eSoles® Custom Footbeds, the world’s leading authority in the science and development of custom footbeds, and the PGA TOUR, announced today that they have entered into an official licensee agreement. The multi-term, multi-year agreement makes eSoles’ ePro® custom footbeds and eFit™ custom modular footbeds the exclusive licensed product for custom and custom modular footbeds within the PGA TOUR.

“We are thrilled to have entered into this new licensing partnership with eSoles,” said Tim Hawes, Senior Vice President of Retail Licensing for the PGA TOUR.  “Their technology is in a class by itself and their commitment to quality and customer service makes them a perfect fit for affiliating with the PGA TOUR brand.”

Currently, eSoles are worn by more than 100 PGA TOUR players, including Camilo Villegas, Davis Love III, Ian Poulter and D.A. Points. eSoles has scanned the feet of hundreds of players at PGA TOUR tournaments across the country over the past year using its groundbreaking 3D TruCapture® Kiosk Scanning System. Players outfitted with eSoles benefit from proper body alignment, increased comfort, and decreased fatigue – all invaluable in a professional game where the slightest edge can make a significant difference.

“The licensee agreement with the PGA TOUR is proof that our golf footbeds are a true breakthrough in the science of sports technology,” said Glen Hinshaw, co-founder and CEO of eSoles. “eSoles is pleased to partner with the PGA TOUR in offering golfers the world’s most advanced custom footbed technology.”

About eSoles
eSoles®, LLC, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, has the only direct, non-weight bearing 3D TruCapture® imaging technology for custom and custom modular insole production.  eSoles makes custom insoles for cycling, running, walking, skiing, hiking, golf and dress shoes, and can currently be found in the footwear of world-class athletes and Olympians across various sports. eSoles custom footbeds are currently available through authorized dealers throughout the country and at eSoles’ corporate offices in Scottsdale, Arizona.  For more information on eSoles and a list of dealers, go to www.esoles.com.

eSoles®, eFit™, ePro®, and the 3D Tru Capture® Kiosk Scanning System are all registered trademarks of eSoles, LLC. All other registered trademarks are property of their respective businesses and/or organizations.
 
About the PGA TOUR   
The PGA TOUR is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers. Its primary purpose is to expand the PGA TOUR domestically and internationally so as to substantially increase player financial benefits while maintaining our commitment to growth in charity and integrity to the game.

In 2009, the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour together will compete in 100 events offering more than $350 million in prize money. Tournaments will be held in 10 countries outside the U.S. and in 35 states.

In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, TOUR events also generate significant funds for local charities.  In fact, the three Tours have surpassed the $1 billion mark in overall charitable contributions.  The PGA TOUR's web site address is www.pgatour.com and the company is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.


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