Shock Doctor has acquired XO Athletic, based in Union, NJ. The strategic acquisition provides access to patented technologies owned by XO along with retail distribution efficiencies that will benefit both brands. Shock Doctor intends to maintain the XO Athletic brand.
Financial terms were not disclosed.
XO Athletic established itself in sports protection behind its patented flex ;sided XO ProCup in 2003. XO later pioneered advances in athletic cups with 2Shot molding for comfort, along with Teen and PeeWee sizes for proper fit and protection. Today, the company continues to develop extensions of their patented technologies to provide new and innovative products for athletes of all ages.
Shock Doctor is the number one mouthguard company in the world and a specialist in other sports protective gear.
"Our vision is to be the #1 choice for athletes around the world who demand performance products by providing the most technologically advanced gear on the market,” said Tony Armand, CEO and Shock Doctor, “We are excited to continue to work with the Landi’s in the development of new and innovative sports protection products.”
"The acquisition of XO Athletic, combined with the patents and technology already under the Shock Doctor portfolio allows us to continue innovating the category.” XO Founders, Jim and Mike Landi commented, “Shock Doctor is the leader in mouthguard innovation and enjoys a very strong position in the broader category of performance and protective gear. The fact that we will have access to Shock Doctor’s technology and distribution channels can only enhance the XO brand.”
