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Page 1: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

Company/Product Overview

Page 2: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

Mission:

“To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly

Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products to the mainstream markets Worldwide”

Customers:

Bladez has successfully managed the Powered Personal Transportation category for

some of the largest retailers in the world including Full Line SG Chains, Specialty

Retailers, Powersports Retailers and hundreds of dealers worldwide.

Programs:

Bladez offers a complete Program that includes everything you need to get in the category right.

• Complete ‘Turn-key’ Program

• Diverse product offering with multiple price points of Gas, Electric and Accessories

• Comprehensive parts and service support

• Warranty Reimbursement Programs

• Marketing and Merchandising Support

About BladezAbout BladezAbout BladezAbout Bladez

Page 3: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

Gas and Electric Power Boards are an Gas and Electric Power Boards are an

emerging means of Personal Transportationemerging means of Personal Transportation

2000 2001 2002

Representing a $440 (E) , $150 (G) million retail market Opportunity in 2001

Growing to an $800 (E), $220 (G) Million opportunity in 2002.

Over 40% year over year growth

Appeals to customer in multiple age groups for multiple purposes:

Personal TransportationRecreationSportLocal Commuters Boating, Camping and RV

1,500,000

1,000,000

250,000

800,000

1,100,000

2,000,000 +

Growth in Powered Personal Transportation by Segment

Unit Sales

200,000

300,000

600,000

Electric Gas

State of the MarketState of the MarketState of the MarketState of the Market

Page 4: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

Increased needs for effective means of Alternative Transportation: Americans take 900 million

car trips per day, over 50% of these are under 5 miles and with one passenger*. PPT products

can offer alternatives that increase convenience and reduce traffic.

Focus on Environmentally Friendly (Green) Products: Short trips account for over 40% of total

emissions pollution*. Reducing total number of miles driven by 10% reduces emissions by as

much as 20-40%. Green products also lower our reliance on foreign oil. Support America – Buy

Bladez!

Improvements in Effective Range/Use: The developing market for Bladez PPT products is among

commuters and recreation users (outpacing youth market). These ongoing improvements will

drive retails higher and broaden the market. Development factors must continue to focus on:

- Lighter weight (easier to transport in and out of public places)

- Increased Range (20 miles plus)

- Faster refresh times

- Improved performance on diverse terrain (i.e. hills and off-road)

Trends Driving GrowthTrends Driving GrowthTrends Driving GrowthTrends Driving Growth

Bladez will evolve PPT through innovation, technology and value, Bladez will evolve PPT through innovation, technology and value,

broadening the market for these productsbroadening the market for these products

Page 5: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

#1 in Customer Satisfaction#1 in Customer Satisfaction#1 in Customer Satisfaction#1 in Customer Satisfaction

BLADEZ is your complete partner in PPT, from BLADEZ is your complete partner in PPT, from

Sales and Merchandising to Customer Service and Support. Sales and Merchandising to Customer Service and Support.

• BLADEZ currently has the lowest return rate in the category…less than 2% true defective returns in Electric Product and UNDER 1% in GAS!, returns can be minimized further with warranty service.

• High customer satisfaction rate, product design and performance assures minimal returns due to user dissatisfaction. Customers are overwhelmingly satisfied with their purchasing decision

• National Service Network: Through partnership with Tanaka, Bladez customers have access to over 2,500 service centers to repair and maintain their Bladez Powerboards. Online customer service and registration now available.

• Bladez offers Warranty Reimbursement, Service and Complete Parts replenishment Programs with out Dealers to insure best long-term customer experience.

Page 6: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

Illustrated Service ManualsIllustrated Service ManualsIllustrated Service ManualsIllustrated Service Manuals

As part of our ongoing commitment to Service, Bladez has As part of our ongoing commitment to Service, Bladez has

developed a comprehensive set of parts and service manualsdeveloped a comprehensive set of parts and service manuals

• Manuals provide clear illustrations of systems and assemblies.

• Corresponding parts order forms for easy parts ordering.

• Parts usually ship to dealers within 24 hours with accurate and timely fulfillment.

• Service manuals available online, in hard copy and on disc for all Servicing Dealers.

XTR Service Manual

MOBYService Manual

Page 7: Company/Product Overview. Mission: “To deliver quality, high-performance, consumer and environmentally friendly Powered Personal ransportation (PPT) products

GAS Product ComparisonGAS Product ComparisonGAS Product ComparisonGAS Product Comparison

• Bladez products are easier to ride. Easy to use "get on and GO!" design makes them suitable for broader customer base;• Bladez products are easier as a result of Clutch and Disc Brakes standard providing better start/stop experience;• Bladez products perform better out of the box, Larger engines and more power are standard features;• Bladez products are larger and wider and accommodate a wider range of riders;• Bladez products are better handling. Longer wheelbase and larger tires handles better on all surfaces;• Bladez products use a belt drive which makes them suitable for on/off road terrain.

Product Bladez Go Ped Mosquito Bladez Viza Go Ped Bladez Go PedModel MOBY X Sport DX MOBY Viper Big Foot MOBY XL Comp GSR 40

Engine 25cc Tanaka 22.5 cc 24cc 35cc Tanaka 33cc 22.5 cc 35cc Tanaka 41ccDisplacement 26cc CARB Zenoah Mitsubishi 40cc CARB Mitsubishi Zenoah 40cc CARB ZenoahMax. Speed 20-22 mph 17 mph 20 mph 23 mph 22 mph 17 mph 25 mph 22 mph

Clutch 52mm No 52 mm 72 mm 78 mm Lift 72 mm 78 mm Centrifugal Centrifugal Centrifugal Centrifugal Engine Centrifugal Centrifugal

Drive System Clutch Belt Spindle Chain Clutch Belt Chain Spindle Clutch Belt ChainDrive Chain Drive Belt Drive Belt

Tires and 7.5" Pneumatic 6.5" Solid Rubbr 7.75" Pneumatic 10" Pneumatic 9" Pneumatic 10" Pneumatic 10" Pneumatic 10" PneumaticWheels Alum. Rims Plastic Plastic Steel Core Alum. RimsSeat Optional No Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional No

Off Road Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes

Brake System Hand Activated Caliper Band Brake Disc/Caliper Friction Disc/Caliper Disc/Caliper Rear DrumRear Band Bicycle Type Bicycles Type Rear Power Brk Rear Power Brk

Price 499$ 499$ 499$ 649$ 695$ 699$ 749$ 795$

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Electric Product ComparisonElectric Product ComparisonElectric Product ComparisonElectric Product Comparison

Product BLADEZ Rad 2 Go Vapor Razor Bladez CurrieModel XTR Lite 250 E5 Electric Electric XTR-S Phat Flyer

Max. Speed 10 mph 10-12 mph 12 mph 10 mph 16-18 mph 15 mph

Battery Power 12V, 10 AH 24V, 12 AH 12V, 10 AH 12V, 10 AH 24V, 24 AHLead Acid Lead Acid Lead Acid Lead Acid Lead Acid

Max. Range 65 minutes 45-60 minutes 60 minutes 45-60 minutes 60-80 minutes 60 minutes8 miles 10 miles 8 miles 5 miles 10-12 miles 12 miles

Max. Rider 220 lbs. 200 lbs. 180 lbs. 200 lbs. 300 lbs. 220 lbs.WeightProduct Wt. 34 lbs. 63 lbs. 46 lbs. 25 lbs. 55 lbs. 48 lbs. Charge Time 5 hours 5 hours 6 houts 5 hours 5 hours 8 hoursMotor 250 W 280 W 180 W 200 W 450 W 300 WPower Earth MagnetHill Climbing 5% Grade 10% Grade 2% Grade 2 % Grade 5% Grade

Brake System Rear Drum Rear Band Rear Band Friction Disc/Caliper Front and Brake Brake Brake Rear Hand

Drive Chain Drive Belt Belt Spindle Chain Drive ChainMechanism H-25 H-25

Suggt. Retail 279$ 299$ 299$ 399$ 499$ 599$