Wednesday, January 5, 2011 11:07am PST

Stephanie Gilmore signs with Quiksilver

By: Janos Palko

Reigning 4 time ASP Women's world champion Stephanie Gilmore has left her longtime sponsor Rip Curl and inked a 5 year contract with Quiksilver. She is the first women ever to ride for Quiksilver, as up until now Roxy has been the female side of Quik. This new deal is part of the launch of Quiksilver's new girl's line, which Gilmore will be the global embassador for. Here is an exerp from the official press release:

Quiksilver is pleased to announce that it has signed current ASP Women's World Champion Stephanie Gilmore to a five-year endorsement agreement. Under terms of the agreement Stephanie will ride for the Quiksilver team and has become a Quiksilver brand ambassador, joining a diverse and talented group which includes 13 other female artists, musicians, photographers, philanthropists and fashion designers representing Quiksilver's lines for women. As a brand ambassador Stephanie will contribute to marketing initiatives and activities through her considerable creative talents. The addition of Stephanie to the Quiksilver ambassador program also coincides with the debut of Quiksilver's new global girls line, targeting 18-24 year old young females, set to launch in February 2011.

"I have had exceptional support throughout my career and I am excited to have this bright opportunity with the respected team at Quiksilver," says Gilmore. "I am looking forward to pushing myself to new levels and feel this is a move which will help me stay inspired while competing at the highest level as a professional surfer on the ASP Women's World Tour. It's thrilling to be a part of an innovative and globally respected brand like Quiksilver. Its rich history and creative direction are well aligned with my personal ambitions."

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