5.11 Tactical Announces Grand Opening of Newest Retail Location in Southern California

October 14, 2014

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5.11 Tactical has announced it will be opening a new retail store in Riverside, Calif. The Riverside store will carry the full breadth and depth of the 5.11 Tactical product lines. Paramount to 5.11 Tactical’s brand values, this location will educate customers about the diversity of product offerings and provide a destination to learn about, test, and purchase products that help enhance the safety and functionality of first responders. The Riverside Grand Opening will take place on Friday Oct. 17 and Saturday Oct. 18.

"We developed this new retail space with our customers in mind. Innovation and functionality have always been central to our foundation and this new location gives consumers the opportunity to experience the enhanced capabilities of 5.11 Tactical’s products first-hand," said Tom Davin, CEO at 5.11 Tactical. "Our team is looking forward to serving the Riverside community of public safety professionals, along with outdoor, fitness, sports and competitive shooting enthusiasts."

5.11 Tactical’s Riverside store opening event will kick off on Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, from Noon to 2 p.m. PT. Open to the public, the event will include complimentary food and refreshments from Bubba’s Burgers. Additionally, guests can enjoy a special appearance from Professional Bull Rider Cody Nance. Shoppers will receive special opening offers from 5.11 Tactical from Friday, Oct. 17 to Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014. The 5.11 Tactical Riverside retail store is located at 3388 Tyler Street in Riverside, Calif.

About 5.11 Tactical

With offices globally, 5.11 Tactical collaborates directly with end users/operators to create purpose-built apparel and gear designed specifically to enhance the safety, accuracy, speed and performance of first responders worldwide. Learn more about 5.11’s best-selling tactical gear and accessories at www.511tactical.com.

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