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May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by External Source

Get ready to ride: Since 1954, Polaris Off Road has been an innovative force in Powersports, and knows what it means to Think Outside. That’s why it has a diverse line-up of performance-ready apparel and accessories that have all been designed with a single purpose: To help customers get the most out of their riding […]

SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington

May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington: John Spraggs, Course Manager at the Royal Wellington Golf Club in New Zealand, has reported excellent results from using a range of SISIS equipment to maintain the historic course. Royal Wellington Golf Club is regarded as one of New Zealand’s finest courses. Situated alongside the Hutt River near Silverstream, […]

Get ready to ride

May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by External Source

SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington

May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

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Get ready to ride

May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by External Source

Get ready to ride: Since 1954, Polaris Off Road has been an innovative force in Powersports, and knows what it means to Think Outside. That’s why it has a diverse line-up of performance-ready apparel and accessories that have all been designed with a single purpose: To help customers get the most out of their riding experience and take on the off-road in confidence.

It’s not just Polaris Off Road Vehicles that are built for ultimate durability and performance: All items in the Polaris apparel range are crafted from premium materials, engineered for the most extreme off-road conditions, and designed for all Polaris riders – from the hard workers to the hard adventurers. For 2022, riders can upgrade their riding wardrobe with Polaris’ latest additions to its racing collection, introducing brand-new looks and colour options to the world of off-roading.

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Dario Baraggia, PG&A Manager at Polaris Off Road Vehicles EMEA said: “These new additions to the Polaris apparel range can give customers the true belonging to the Polaris brand, whether it be through clothing or accessories. Like our vehicles, the collection is made with premium materials that give riders what they need; breathability, comfort and flexibility, as well as the quality needed to endure any weather conditions and even the roughest of rides.

Racing Collection

For 2022, Polaris has added two new CE approved gloves: The Safety Gloves Touch and the SF Tech Gloves Touch. Both gloves are touch screen compatible with silicone print on the fingers to improve grip. They have a neoprene cuff with Velcro tightening and reinforcement patches for safety and comfort. The SF Tech Gloves Touch are fitted with knuckle protection, whilst the Safety Gloves Touch have a flexible fabric back. Both gloves are available in black, in sizes XS-7 through to 3XL-13.

When working all day on or off a vehicle, the new Bodywarmer is an excellent companion. Made from a combination of breathable yet waterproof materials, the bodywarmer has a simple yet classic design, featuring soft shell waterproof side panels, and two external pockets with easy grab pullers. Available in black, in sizes S to 3XL.

The lightweight, long sleeve Technical Shirt provides superior comfort with a 100% polyester construction to keep the riders feeling cool and fresh, whilst the lycra cuffs and collar guarantees comfort. With a simple yet iconic design, the black and grey technical shirt offers increased visibility with a red accent stripe and there is Polaris branding across the chest.

Many of the racing favourites are still available in the collection, including the water-resistant Technical Jacket and Pants; the ultra light pairing are made from polyester ripstop and softshell to provide ultimate comfort. The Racing Softshell helps to provide protection from the elements with softshell waterproofing and a removable hood. The Rain Jacket is the summer version of the Racing Softshell. With a very similar design the Rain Jacket is made from polyester ripstop high tearing resistance material, a PU coating of 1000mm and features a non-removable hood. The Hybrid Jacket is the perfect hybrid of the Racing Softshell and Rain Jacket with added insulation; with sleeves in softshell waterproof and breathable 3000mm fabric and a body made from nylon downproof, even whilst out racing, riders can be protected from all elements.

All of the racing collection is available in black with elements of grey, and red contrasts.

Helmets and goggles

Built from the ground up, with innovative features for ultimate comfort and control, is the Tactical 2.0 helmet. With a shock-resistant, injection-moulded thermoplastic shell and a Venturi vent system that generates negative pressure at velocity and pulls moist air from the breath box, the Tactical Helmet is ideal for any off-road rider. The integrated eyeport seal is co-integrated with the breath box to create a draught-free seal with 509 goggles for an unparalleled warmth and clear field of view. Closing with a magnetic fidlock chin-strap technology, the Tactical 2.0 Helmet is both DOT and ECE 22.06 approved.

Available in Matte black, Gray, Lime, Red/Black and Orange; in sizes XS-4XL.

To provide utmost clarity, the 509 Kingpin Off-Road Goggles work in unity with the Tactical 2.0 helmet for a draught-free seal. The 509 Kingpin goggles have been designed with premium materials with an attractive price in mind. Featuring an oversized spherical lens that delivers optimal peripheral vision, the CE-certified goggles have metal tear off posts that provide strength and durability. Lenses can be changed in a matter of seconds with the quick-change technology so riders can wear the best lens tint for the conditions. The 509 Kingpin Goggles are available in blue or stealth gray.

Engineered for dirt and trail riding is the 509 MX6 Off-Road Goggles that provides a super wide field of view. The CE-certified goggles have a PC outer lens with anti-scratch coating and an internal anti-fog coating; there are outriggers with latch system for a quick lens change and 45mm straps with silicon to hold straps in place. The 509 MX Off-Road Goggles are available in Black or Red/Black.

Accessories and merchandise

Customers can truly live and feel the Polaris brand with new and existing accessories and merchandise. Customer can take Polaris with them with four new camping chairs; the Kickback Rocker comes in Polaris blue with two built in cup holders; the new Freestyle Rocker and Easy Chair both have one cupholder and are available in black and the triangular shaped Quick-E-Seat is also available in black. Polaris has also added the Folding Table as the ideal partner for any of the new folding chairs. The Folding Table is available in black and has four built- in cup holders to help avoid any spillages.

Polaris have also added two new baseball caps to their accessories and merchandise collection. The new Highland Cap has a flat brim and contrasting mesh panelling on the back, in either tan and black or grey and black and both colourways feature the Polaris logo across the front. The Classic Cap has a rounded brim and a Polaris logo across the front; it is available in grey and blue or Polaris blue.

Also added into the range is a new 23oz Water Bottle in matte black with a Polaris logo so riders can stay hydrated on and off their machine. There are new garage accessories including a blue Polaris Flag and Polaris Parking Sign both in Polaris blue.

The Polaris Off Road apparel collection is available across dealers in Europe, Middle East and Africa. For more information, please contact your local, authorised Polaris dealer.

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SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington

May 27, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington: John Spraggs, Course Manager at the Royal Wellington Golf Club in New Zealand, has reported excellent results from using a range of SISIS equipment to maintain the historic course.

Royal Wellington Golf Club is regarded as one of New Zealand’s finest courses. Situated alongside the Hutt River near Silverstream, the parkland course offers an enjoyable and stimulating golfing challenge in a beautiful setting.

SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington

A course of this stature deserves to be in good hands and that is where the highly respected and extremely experienced John Spraggs comes in. John, who started work in the turf industry in 1978, has been the Course Manager at Royal Wellington for 17 years. He oversees an impressive team of 11 Greenkeepers, 1 Horticulturist, 1 Equipment Manager and 1 Equipment Serviceman.

Also remarkable is the arsenal of turf maintenance equipment which is used to keep the Royal Wellington in superb condition. John claims that there is one brand which has, and always will, have a place in his equipment shed.

“I have been in the turf industry since 1978 and have used and seen many brands,” he said. “Due to its simplicity and robustness, the SISIS brand is known for its quality and performance, making our work easier.”

John and the Royal Wellington team are currently relying on two SISIS products – the Litamisa 1800 tractor mounted sweeper and collector and the Javelin Aer-Aid tractor mounted aerator.

“In regard to the Javelin Aer-Aid – we use this monthly on our sand constructed greens, tees, and greens approaches – to provide aeration and inject air into the rootzone,” said John.

As John says, not only does the Javelin Aer-Aid aerate with a vertical action but it also injects air into the root zone at a fast-working rate, creating thousands of fissures. The cam trigger mechanism ensures that the air is always expelled at the bottom of the tine penetration, enabling treatment to be targeted precisely and consistently.

10mm diameter ‘tipped’ tines are spaced at 75mm (3ins) with depth of penetration, infinitely variable, to a maximum of 127mm (5ins). These air injection tines are specially designed to use the maximum air available from the compressor and produces clean, fresh, air at a constant rate of 88 litres per minute, while surface disturbance is kept to a minimum.

“The Royal Wellington is a large parkland course with many deciduous trees,” continued John. “Therefore, leaves are an issue, and this is why we use the Litamisa. We also use it to pick up cores and debris following turf renovations.”

The SISIS Litamisa 1800 is ideal for sweeping requirements, from large sports fields to gardens and extensive lawns. It features a spiral design brush for improved collection, a hydraulic tip facility for easy emptying and a large capacity hopper. It follows ground contours and is simple to use and maintain.

John further explained the benefits from using these two machines.

“Gathering leaf litter, and clearing debris from turf renovations are simpler, and more productive,” he said. “Minimising surface disturbance from hole punching is critical to keep our players happy. The Aer-Aid does a fantastic job with the surfaces being playable following a light roll, straight behind the Aer-Aid.

“I would say that the simplicity of the SISIS equipment is the greatest feature; they are very easy to service and adjust.”

The two products were purchased though SISIS dealer Powerturf NZ, but John revealed that he also receives support from SISIS.

“The service from SISIS is absolutely first class – it has exceeded all expectations. I have on occasion gone direct to SISIS asking questions and the responses back have always been fast and informative.”

For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact SISIS on 01332 824 777 or visit www.sisis.com

For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow SISIS on Twitter or Instagram @SISISMachinery and like the company’s Facebook page – www.facebook.com/SISISMachinery. You can also view the latest SISIS videos by visiting www.youtube.com/SISISMachinery

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SISIS performs at the Royal Wellington: John Spraggs, Course Manager at the Royal Wellington Golf Club in New Zealand, has reported excellent results from using a range of SISIS equipment to maintain the historic course.

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