The Launch: Rowing stories by custom rowing clothing founder, Joline Esparza and the JL Team Page 2

Row to Tokyo2020 - Racing Schedule

July 02, 2021

Finally, the long-anticipated rowing events are taking place in Tokyo July 23-30, 2021. As we kick off our journey toward Tokyo, we want to make sure you know when all the action is happening! Read on to find out when your favorite races and athletes will compete in a few weeks. Mark your calendars so you don’t forget to tune in. Also, remember to row to Tokyo in style with our official Tokyo 2020 gear!

Row to Tokyo - Summer Games Rowing History

July 02, 2021

The Row to Toyko2020 continues, and what better way to celebrate than to learn some history of rowing at the summer games? We are stoked to watch this year’s competition and hope you are too! Remember to check out our limited-edition Tokyo 2020 gear!

Father's Day 2021 Gift Guide

June 15, 2021

We love dads! They might wear cargo shorts and white sneakers on the sidelines, but their unfailing support on and off the water means the world to us. Let’s come together this Father’s Day to show all the amazing dads out there how much we value everything they do each day.

Show your dad you care by picking up a couple of our top Father’s Day picks he’s sure to love. Whether he’s rowing or spectating, he’ll be set for summer. We've also put together discounted bundles of our favorites, so you don't even have to think about it. Remember to tell your dad how much you appreciate him this year!

Row to Tokyo - Senior Team Athletes Share Their Thoughts on Selection Process

May 19, 2021

The Tokyo Olympics are right around the corner! We sat down with some of the senior team athletes to learn more about their experiences. Alex Miklasevich, Caryn Davies, and Elizabeth Sonshine shared with us their thoughts on senior team selection and their rowing journeys thus far.

The Hard Times Have Made Us - Mother's Day 2021

May 04, 2021

Mother’s day invites reflection on the journey of becoming a mother. We live in a world where there are nearly as many Fortune 500 CEOs named John in America as there are female CEOs. Our own CEO became a first-time mother while simultaneously leading our team through the pandemic. We thought telling her story was a great way to shed light on the challenges so many women face and overcome each day.

Mother's Day 2021 Gift Guide

May 03, 2021

This Mother's Day show your crew mom — biological or otherwise — how much you appreciate her and all that she does for you by giving her the gear she needs to enjoy what she loves. If you're not sure where to start, take a look at these Mother's Day 2021 gift ideas, ranging in price, for your favorite crew mom this year.

2021 USRowing Central Youth Championships

April 27, 2021

Racing season is back! Make sure to check out the 2021 USRowing Central Youth Championships, scheduled for May 1-2. This event was canceled last year due to the pandemic but will proceed this year in the Boathouse District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. USRowing will be implementing the necessary COVID-19 safety precautions to ensure the event occurs safely.

Happy Earth Day 2021!

April 22, 2021

Happy Earth Day! Each year, April 22 commemorates the 1970 environmental movement and the first ever Earth Day. Earth Day was established to awaken public awareness of human impact on our natural environment. This year marks the 51st anniversary of the holiday. JL Racing’s belief in sustainable practices has led us to make conscious decisions in our company operations.

Join Us for the Uplevel Your Rowing Masterclass!

April 07, 2021

Ready to maximize your training and have your most successful rowing season yet? Join us for the online Uplevel Your Rowing Masterclass from April 19 – May 2, 2021.

She Will Win

February 08, 2021

Gender gaps within all sports continue to linger. Such gaps include difference in pay, participation and media viewership amongst female athletes. However, at She Will Win, they have chosen to take an action based approach instead of dwelling on histories of the past. Join She Will Win, as they strive to get more women in boats - from youth to the professional level.

STEM to Stern Partnership

February 05, 2021 1 Comment

JL Racing is proud to announce our partnership with STEM to Stern! Through this collaboration we will help promote diversity and inclusion in rowing programs everywhere. JL looks forward to helping support lower-income rowing athletes and organizations with essential training and racing gear.

Black History Month 2021 by, Maurice Scott

February 01, 2021 1 Comment

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history. Join us in celebrating Black History Month 2021 with these unique performance apparel designs and let us promote diversity in our favorite sport!