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Zhik are excited to announce that the brand is now represented in New Zealand by Simon Hull’s Multihull Ventures, trading as Zhik NZ.
Yachting New Zealand has an existing partnership with ZHIK and is delighted about the announcement.
David Abercrombie, Yachting New Zealand Chief Executive says, “Zhik gear is great kit. The NZL Sailing Team love the Zhik performance gear because of its cutting edge development can give the team a real advantage on the water.”
He continues, “To have a Zhik brand representative here in New Zealand I see as very positive. It means we are able to help grow the brand amongst Yachting New Zealand members and support a partner who supports us.”
“There will be opportunities not only for the youth and centreboard clubs but for the keel boat, offshore and the growing foiling multihull fraternity to get into some great Zhik gear. Plus the exciting new leisure and footwear ranges are sure to be an attraction to those non-racing and cruising members.”
Brian Conolly, Managing Director for Zhik says, "Simon Hull has a perfect combination of business and sailing skills that will help direct Zhik into an expanded world for water sports.”
“It’s time for our growing brand to be properly supported through local distribution. Local retailers and consumers will enjoy this change.”
Director of Zhik NZ, Simon Hull comments, “The brand is very well known for its dinghy products, and also its brilliant new range of yachting gear. The apparel is “made for water”, and we are looking forward to getting out and spreading the word into new areas geographically, and into new water sports. It is great to be involved with products we use, know and love in the sailing world, and we look forward to growing our New Zealand presence, working with our established network of stockists, and also through developing new areas.”
Zhik is busy expanding its product offering to include new performance paddling products, and increased Apres on-shore apparel. Taking knowledge gained from the demanding elements in the sport of sailing, and applying it to other water sports, will see more stores carrying Zhik gear in New Zealand.
“We will take direction from Zhik NZ to help build an international case for a more expanded participation of the Zhik brand in water.” said Brian. “I know Simon has the presence, and energy, to help us develop product to suit New Zealand’s needs, and we look forward to that innovation."
About Zhik Pty Ltd
Zhik develops apparel technology for water sports. More than half the sailing fleet at the London Olympics was in Zhik gear. The brand is now expanding into wider water sports, including paddling, swimming and fishing. Innovations in materials continue, with research into body thermodynamics leading the company into new patented fabrics for performance apparel. Zhik is currently sold in more than 40 countries.
