Sport Chalet And Diamondback Partner To Grant Cycling Enthusiast 12-Day Adventure Across New Zealand

Premier specialty sporting goods retailer teams up with Diamondback, Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand to host national sweepstake

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Oct 14, 2014, 11:05 ET

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its Adventures of a Lifetime sweepstakes, premier sporting goods retailer Sport Chalet has teamed up with Diamondback Bicycles, Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand to give one fortunate winner plus a guest an unforgettable 12-day cycling experience.

Consisting of two exciting trips, the Cycle New Zealand sweepstake will award the winner with the hottest new gear from Diamondback as well as an amazing cycling adventure abroad. The prize begins with a two-night trip to Diamondback's headquarters in Kent, Wash., where the winner will receive a Diamondback bike and accessories worth up to $5,000. The winner and a guest will then embark on a 12-day excursion through New Zealand. Air New Zealand will provide round-trip Economy tickets for two from the U.S. to Auckland. Upon arrival, the trip kicks off with a celebratory dinner hosted by Phil Keoghan, host of the hit show "The Amazing Race," and continues with 10 days of riding. From Auckland to Pureora, Rotorua, Napier, Te Aroha and more, the winner will get to see the country's breathtaking views while cycling and camping at premier destinations such as the Timber Trail and Whakarewarewa Forest. In addition to scenic cycling tours, the prize package also offers the winner an opportunity to explore Hobbiton, the iconic set from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies.

"Cycling can be an exhilarating sport, allowing adventurers to test their physical stamina and explore new terrain," said Sport Chalet Expert Aaron Dunn. "Sport Chalet offers an extensive lineup of bikes and gear and provides both beginner and experienced cyclists with the knowledge they need to make the most out of their cycling experiences at home or abroad."

Dunn recommends the following tips and gear for the ultimate cycling adventure:

Prepare for bumps in the road. Whether biking day or night, the possibility of hazards on the path is always a concern. Take necessary precautions by preparing for kinks in the road with an all-in-one tool such as the Diamondback Traveler Mini Tool, which acts as a full toolkit when needing to repair on the go.
Get pumped up. Before taking off on a ride, always check the bike's tire pressure to ensure there are no surprises on the road. Having the correct tire pressure will improve the experience and protect riders from a flat or overinflated tire. Pack a small pump such as the Diamondback DDB7 Dual Stage Mini Pump in case pressure gets low on a long ride.
Stock up on H2O. While partaking in any physical activity, it is extremely important to stay hydrated before, during and after the exercise. Take frequent breaks to drink enough water to match the intensity of the ride. Always keep a refillable water bottle on hand such as the Diamondback 24oz Translucent Water Bottle.
Take comfort into consideration. When embarking on a long adventure, comfort can be the difference between a good ride and a great ride. Equipping a bike with a super-soft saddle such as the Diamondback Women's Sport Comfy Bicycle Saddle will ensure the journey is smooth and enjoyable until the end.

Sport Chalet's Adventures of a Lifetime sweepstakes are live now through Nov. 9 and were developed to encourage athletes to pursue the sports they love in a stimulating way while being equipped with the best gear and training made available by some of the world's top brands and trainers. Aside from the Diamondback Cycle through New Zealand adventure, the campaign includes sweepstake opportunities for runners, hikers, scuba divers, snowboarders and CrossFit athletes. Outdoor enthusiasts can enter the sweepstakes in-store, online at www.sportchalet.com/adventures or by mail. Action Pass members will be automatically entered with qualifying purchases.

To explore more Diamondback gear or to take a look at Sport Chalet's online community for cyclists, visit its cycling page. For media inquiries, contact [email protected] and to find a nearby Sport Chalet location, visit www.sportchalet.com.

About Sport Chalet

Sport Chalet is a premier, full service specialty sporting goods retailer featuring the industry's top sports brands in apparel, footwear, and sports equipment. Founded in 1959 by Norbert Olberz, the company has 50 stores in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah; an online store at www.sportchalet.com; a Team Sales division; and offers more than 50 specialty services for the sports enthusiast, including online same day delivery, climbing, backcountry skiing, ski mountaineering, avalanche education, and mountain trekking instruction, car rack installation, snowboard and ski rental and repair, Scuba training and certification, Scuba boat charters, team sales, gait analysis, baseball/softball glove steaming and lacing, racquet stringing, and bicycle tune-up and repair at its store locations. For more information, visit Sport Chalet at www.sportchalet.com.

About Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand is an Australasian airline with a Pacific Rim focus transporting 13 million customers annually, operating on average 500 flights a day within a network of 51 cities in 15 countries, including 25 destinations in New Zealand. North American services include nonstop flights to New Zealand from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver and Honolulu, as well as Los Angeles to London nonstop daily service and Los Angeles to the Cook Islands weekly service.

Consistently rated among the world's best international airlines, Air New Zealand has twice been named 'Airline of the Year' by Air Transport World. Air New Zealand's success is grounded by a focus on true product innovation and a commitment to delivering a world-class flight experience to every customer.

A proud member of Star Alliance, Air New Zealand customers enjoy reciprocal loyalty rewards, services and greater connectivity through the Alliance's global network of airline partners. It's who we are - Ko matou enei.

For more information about Air New Zealand visit www.airnewzealand.com and for information about Star Alliance visit www.staralliance.com.

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