Wednesday, 12 Nov 2014, twelve years of fruitful collaboration between the North Face® and the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc® came to an end, as the two agreed not to renew their partnership.
"During 12 years of shared adventure, the UTMB® and The North Face® have woven together the necessary solid links to give the event an international dimension. UTMB® continues on his way with the same team spirit and sharing that he has shown since the beginning", declared in a press release, Catherine Poletti, UTMB's communication and information responsible.
Good news for the 2015's UTMB®
The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc® welcomes three new brands from the Columbia Sportswear Company – Columbia, Mountain Hardwear and Montrail – into its Partners Club. These three brands share UTMB's values and promise to be highly involved with the development of the 2015's event and beyond. With 70 years of experience, Columbia Sportswear is a leading American company in the field of production and delivery of great high-quality outdoor and sports gear, with more than 13,000 retailers in 72 countries.
A great brand new partnership in store for the UTMB®!
From its first year, UTMB® has been called “the race of all the superlatives” A complete tour of the Mont Blanc Massif, passing through 3 countries: France, Switzerland and Italy, the race that every runner should finish at least once in their life.
Live the adventure in the high mountains, now together with Columbia Sportswear!
