When the Shark team first saw the intensity and fearlessness of which Bartie rides, the company set out to make him the first skateboarder on the Shark Brand team. “We’re fired up to have a skateboarder of Chad’s caliber join the Shark Brand. His style and commitment to skating aligns perfectly with the DNA and performance of Shark Watches. More than a team rider, we look forward to working with Chad to further develop and cultivate our skate program,” said Director of Brand Management Brian Brewer.
Bartie, 35 is originally from Australia and currently resides in southern California. He is a bronze medal winner from the 2003 and 2009 X Games and was recently featured in TransWorld Skateboarding’s “60 Minutes in the Park.”
“It’s awesome to be on the Shark team. The Shark Grind is my watch, it takes the beating I put it through and looks even better each time I put it on,” noted Bartie. “My life is a message and now Shark is a part of how I can inspire others.” Shark Brand will feature Bartie in the brand’s advertising campaign in 2013. For more information on Shark Brand and Chad Bartie go towww.sharkbrand.com
Bartie’s other sponsors include Powell Peralta, Osiris Shoes, Theeve Trucks, Bones Wheels, Bones Bearing, and Armourdillo.