DOVER, N.J., Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- CasioG-SHOCK is back with an impressive assortment of the WINTER G-LIDE GLS8900 series. Emphasizing superior functionality and performance, the recent G-LIDE collection is designed for athletes specializing in winter sports including snowboarding, cross-country and freestyle skiing.
The technology showcased in the WINTER G-LIDE GLS8900 is ideal for athletes competing in cold weather environments due to its impressive ability to function in sub-zero conditions. A low temperature resistant LCD that can tolerate temperatures to -20C means that G-SHOCK WINTER G-LIDE is suited for athletes and the spectators cheering them on.
To further support athletes' performance, the GLS8900 series comes equipped with twin 1/1000 second stopwatches; capable of measuring elapsed times, split times, and 1st & 2nd place times, in addition to a full auto Super Illuminator LED light for high visibility under low-light conditions. Five daily alarms, 12/24-hour time formats and 48-city world time help keep training regimes in check. In addition to all these impressive features, the WINTER G-LIDE comes with G-SHOCK 's legendary 200M water and shock resistant structure. All this makes for a winning combination for any winter sport athlete or enthusiast.
Available is an array of colors, WINTER G-LIDE timepieces are sure to stand out, whatever the environment. The series comes in four color-ways including: teal, black, magenta, and gold yellow, each with matching resin band and titian detailing along the inner bezel.
"We are thrilled to continue to grow our popular WINTER G-LIDE series," said Shigenori Itoh, Chairman and CEO of Casio America, Inc, "The superior athletes of the winter games personify everything CasioG-SHOCK stands for: Toughness, precision & performance. As these athletes prepare to race against the clock, we wish them all great success."
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions, established in 1957. Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, digital cameras, business projectors, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit http://www.casiousa.com
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