Globe relaunches globeshoes.com

Globe Relaunches www.globeshoes.com

- globeshoes.com Features New Athlete And Product Info,Video Clips, And Dealer Locator -

Torrance, Calif. -January 22, 2003 - Globe today announces the re-launch of www.globeshoes.com. The newly designed site features a brand new look and an improved navigation system. The site will be continually updated to include all the latest team, product, and event news from Globe and will constantly feature special promotions and giveaways with chances to meet the athletes or win the latest gear. Designed by Whyte House Productions, www.globeshoes.com features the following sections:

VIDEOS The VIDEOS section features tons of Globe's latest video and DVD clips, rider clips from demo tours, events and expression sessions around the world, exclusive Globe ads and archived videos.

SHOES The SHOES section highlights the current collection including GlobeÂ’s line of shoes, sandals, and Trans Element footwear. Each page includes the specs (in multiple languages) as well as photos of each shoe in all available colors. Many styles also include 360-degree viewing capability.

CLOTHING The brand new CLOTHING section features specs and photos of the current Globe clothing line which includes tees, hoodies, specialty tops, jackets, pants, shorts, accessories and more!

SKATE TEAM The SKATE TEAM section includes a list of the full Globe team roster (including athletes such as Chet Thomas, Rodney Mullen, and Paul Machnau) complete with photos and updated bios.

SURF TEAM The SURF TEAM section includes a list of the full Globe team roster (including World Champion CJ Hobgood, Mark Occhilupo, and Taj Burrow) complete with photos and updated bios on each of the surfers.

EVENTS The EVENTS page includes updated information and news on Globe-sponsored surf and skate events, including a calendar of upcoming events for 2003.

NEWS The NEWS page features updates on what's happening with the skate team, surf team, results and related news from the Globe team.

FREE STUFF The newly added FREE STUFF section should be a Globe fan favorite as users can enter to win a special Globe prize pack (including shoes, apparel and accessories) each month. Log on for details.

DEALER LOCATOR The brand new DEALER LOCATOR allows users to enter their zip code to find authorized Globe dealers in their area.

Globe's business concepts originated in the early '90s from the desire to develop an authentic skateboard and surf footwear alternative for the action sports market. In 1995, Globe's rapid expansion prompted the opening of its Globe International headquarters in Southern California to serve the booming U.S. market and the launching of line extensions and additional brands, including: 1) Globe clothing and accessories, 2) Globe Trans Element, a casual footwear line, 3) Gallaz, the first action sports footwear brand specifically for females and 4) Gallaz clothing and accessories. Supported by a global team of world-class surfers and skateboarders, Globe and Gallaz offer quality products that integrate style, performance, durability and comfort. Globe, Gallaz and Globe Trans Element are distributed throughout the world. Additional information can be found at www.globeshoes.com and www.gallaz.com.