The Sportbike Group of companies is pleased to announce that Ron Wood has been retained in the CEO position effective February 1, 2009. Ron Wood recently retired from a 31+ year career with Michelin North America where he recently completed an eight year period as Manager of Road Racing and Sales for the Two Wheel Division. As CEO, Ron will be heavily involved in strategic planning as well as using his more than 31 years of experience to direct the day to day operations of Sportbike Tire Service, Sportbike Track Time, Sportbike Track Gear and The Sportbike Company. “We are extremely pleased to have Ron Wood on the team. Ron has a successful history of developing, marketing and managing motorsports related programs and companies and we are looking forward to immediately realizing results from his years of experience to expand our businesses and create efficiencies” said Monte Lutz and Bonnie Strawser of the Sportbike Companies. “I am excited to join The Sportbike Group and equally excited about the opportunities in the motorcycle industry. In my new position, I will continue to develop and implement new programs and services for the industry. The Sportbike Companies will have an unwavering commitment to provide excitement, entertainment and quality products and excellent service to our clients.” said Ron Wood. ABOUT THE SPORTBIKE COPANIES The Sportbike Group of companies include. Sportbike Track Time, (www.sportbiketracktime.com) based in Delta, Ohio offers the opportunity for riders of all skill levels from novice to highly experienced and even racers, an alternative to public roads to expand and test his or her skills in the safe, controlled and challenging environment of a road-racing course. As the National leader in two-wheel on track activities for over 9 years, STT participants logged in excess of 2-million miles on closed course venues in 2008. Sportbike Tire Service, (www.sportbiketireservice.com) based in Delta, Ohio with an additional location in Canton NC,owns and operates a full line Michelin Race and Performance Tire Distributorship and via its network of Trackside Service Professionals services racing events at GingerMan, Grattan, Mid-Ohio, Nelson Ledges, BeaveRun, Summit Point, New Jersey MSP, VIRginia Intl Raceway, Carolina Motorsports Park and Bluegrass Motorsports Parks as well as 150+ track day events annually. The Sportbike Company, based in Delta, Ohio is a provider of marketing, logistics and on-track programs and services to the OEM’s and select industry partners. Sportbike Track Gear, (www.sportbiketrackgear.com) based in Shelby TWP, Michigan is a leading brick and mortar and on-line retailer specializing in safety and performance apparel, parts and accessories for the sportbike and sport touring motorcycle enthusiasts. Sportbike Track Gear is also the North American Importer and Distributor for Knox Armor and safety products as well as the Psycle Skinz under garments.