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the TALOOSE group(TM) announced a new product today -- the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) "The Ultimate Practice Stick". This product is designed to increase the strength, agility and endurance of drummers wrists.

"Think of the product as 'bar bells' for your wrists. Each stroke you take, while using the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM), increases your endurance, agility, and strength", according to Terry A. Loose creator of the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM).

A simple practice routine of 10-15 minutes a day will dramatically increase your wrist strength. "Use the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) in your daily practice or warm-up routine each day and I guarantee you'll see and feel results in 30 days." A new student as well as the accomplished professional will benefit from the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM).

Integrate the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) into your daily practice routine. Use them to build your finger control and strength. Practice the 26 rudiments to increase speed and agility. Before the gig use them to 'loosen-up'. Warm-up on the pad, for 10 minutes, and you'll be ready to go!

The POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) are manufactured from the highest quality aluminum on state-of-the-art computer controlled machines. Quality control (to the thousands-of-an-inch) is maintained throughout the process. A hard anodized electro plating protects and preserves the POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) for a lifetime. The sticks are 15 1/2" long, 1/2" diameter and weights 4.5 oz. each. The high quality solid 6061T aluminum is finished in a black hard anodized finish.

The POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) can be purchased through your local music store, drum studio or from the manufacture. The POWER WRIST BUILDER (TM) includes: one pair POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) practice sticks, a carrying case, and a practice pad. They retail for $34.95. (Send a check or Money Order for $34.95 plus $2.55 for postage and handling - total $37.50. California Residents add $2.65 for sales tax - $40.15 total).

The POWER WRIST BUILDERS (TM) are only to be used on a practice pad or practice drum set. DO NOT use on your drum set. SEVERE damage could result.

the TALOOSE group (TM), 1434 Corte De Rosa, San Jose, CA. 95120 24 Hour Toll Free Number 800-289-6665 FAX 408-296-4457 408-997-7012

Contact: Terry A. Loose Voice or FAX 1-800-645-6673 Voice 408-997-9560

NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEW PRACTICE DRUM STICKS HELP INCREASE DRUMMERS' STRENGTH, AGILITY, AND ENDURANCE

San Jose, CA.--The introduction of POWER Wrist Builders(TM) "The Ultimate Practice Sticks"-- was announced today by the TALOOSE group(TM). They are designed to increase a drummers's strength, agility, and endurance.

"Think of the sticks as 'bar bells' for the wrists," said Terry A. Loose, creator of the POWER Wrist Builders(TM). Integrating these practice sticks into a simple 10-15 minute daily routine will dramatically increase a drummer's wrist strength, "Loose continued. "Drummers who use them to practice the 26 rudiments also increase finger control, endurance, and agility." New students as well as accomplished professionals can benefit from using POWER Wrist Builders(TM). "They help loosen up the wrists before a gig," concluded Loose, a professional drummer for the past 27 years.

Each stick is 15 1/2" long and comes in 3/8", 1/2" and 5/8" diameter. The various diameters allow for a progressive weight increase from beginning students to professional abilities and needs. POWER Wrist Builders(TM) are manufactured from the highest quality aluminum on state-of-the-art, computer-controlled machines. Quality control is maintained to the thousands-of-an-inch throughout the process. A hard, anodized, electroplating finish protects each stick.

(POWER Wrist Builders(TM) are to be used only on a practice pad or practice pad drum set. Using them on a regular drum set could result in severe damage to the sets' heads.)

POWER Wrist Builders(TM) can be purchased through your local music store, drum studio, or directly from the manufacturer. The POWER Wrist Builders(TM) set includes: one pair POWER Wrist Builders(TM) practice sticks, carrying case, and practice pad. Retail: $49.95 plus $2.50 postage and handling. (California residents add $4.24 for sales tax.) Dealer inquiries welcome.

Copyright 1991 the TALOOSE group(TM), 1434 Corte De Rosa, San Jose, CA.
release Rev. 06-20-92

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Terry A. Loose September 8, 1992 800-645-6673

NEW MODELS OF POWER Wrist Builders(TM) INTRODUCED

To mark the first anniversary of the introduction of POWER Wrist Builders(TM) --"The Ultimate Practice Sticks"--the TALOOSE group(TM) has introduced two new models, as well as a DeskSet and Gift Case.

The Advanced and Professional model solid aluminum sticks are now available in a silver anodized finish, as well as the original blue, black, or red anodized finishes. The 8 models of sticks range in weight from the 2.4 oz. Student model through the 6.3 Professional model. They are also available in 11.9 and 19 oz. solid brass models.

"Integrating the practice sticks into a simple 10-15 minute daily warm-up routine dramatically increases a percussionist's speed, agility, endurance, and wrist strength," stated Terry A. Loose, the sticks' creator and chairman of the TALOOSE group(TM). "New students as well as accomplished professionals are benefitting from using these barbells for the wrists."

"Finding the time to keep in shape can also be a problem, "Loose continued. "The solid oak DeskSet combines the convenience of easily accessible storage with the appearance of an attractive desk accessory. The POWER Wrist Builders(TM) sticks fit into two grooves cut into the top of the base and a practice pad is recessed into the underside. Keep it on your desk, and whenever you find a few moments, just flip it over and practice away!" The DeskSet retails for $14.95 when purchased with a pair of POWER Wrist Builders(TM) or $19.95 when purchased separately.

The new solid mahogany Gift Case is the ultimate case for "The Ultimate Practice Sticks". The case includes a solid brass name plate and makes an elegant gift or award. The POWER Wrist Builders(TM) sticks fit into two grooves on the inside of the hinged case. The Gift Case is $39.95 with the purchase of a pair of POWER Wrist Builders(TM) or $49.95 when purchased separately.

POWER Wrist Builders(TM) (which range in price from $34.95 to $49.95) are sold through fine drum studios and music stores or may be purchased directly from the manufacturer. They will also be displayed at the following trade shows: Percussive Arts Society International Convention (Nov 1992), Mid-West Band and Orchestra Clinic (Dec 1992), Winter NAMM (Jan 1993) and DCI Expo (Aug 1993).

For more information, call or FAX 800-645-6673 or write Terry A. Loose, Chairman the TALOOSE group(TM), 1434 Corte De Rosa, San Jose, CA. 95120.

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 6, 1992

San Jose, CA.-- the TALOOSE group(TM) has appointed PureCussion, Inc. as the exclusive worldwide sales agent for their core product, POWER Wrist Builders(TM) ``We felt it advantageous to be represented by a company whose products are sought after by the elite of the drum world,'' stated Terry A. Loose, Chairman of the TALOOSE group(TM). ``Drummers seeking to improve their sound are also interested in improving their technique, and our POWER Wrist Builders(TM) approach to practicing complements PureCussion's RIMS approach to sound. Our product belongs in the same prestigious retail outlets as PureCussion's RIMS.''

the TALOOSE group(TM) manufactures the POWER Wrist Builders(TM) solid aluminum and brass practice sticks. The five models and weights are designed to increase a percussionists' speed, agility, endurance, and wrist strength as an integral part of the daily practice and warm-up routine.

For more information, contact:

PureCussion, Inc.
3611 Wooddale Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416
Phone: 612-927-2330