Fulmer Helmets Acquires Texport Clothing

Motorcycle helmet manufacturer Fulmer Helmets announced it has merged operations with newly acquired Texport motorcycle apparel brand. Arthur Fulmer III, president of the helmet company that was founded in 1969, sees the merger as a benefit for the dealers.

Moreover, Fulmer says this will further enhance the management team, pointing out that Texport apparel program manager Jamie Goodson brings 35 years worth of motorcycle apparel experience to the company.

Goodson, who previously founded Vanson Leathers with partner Mike Van der Sleesen in 1975 and Protech Leather Apparel in 1983, started Texport in 2006. Goodson also sees the combined brands as a smart strategic move.

“Fulmer gives us the national distribution we needed, with all their warehouses and 36 reps in the field.  Texport gives Fulmer a complete apparel line, with motorcycle, ATV and snow clothing, to complement their top selling helmet line,” he said.

Professional riders that are sponsored by both Fulmer and Texport include Big D Cycle’s Ryan Ambrose and AMA Pro Flat Track racer #13 Dan Gedeon. Fulmer also sponsors three-time AMA Arenacross champion team TUFF Racing, including riders Josh Demuth, Jeff Gibson, Chad Johnson and Danny Smith.

"More features, better quality, better design, American sizing, and the best fit and finish in the industry -- all with outstanding margins for our dealers.  We have no distributors or middlemen to drive up cost, and we keep our overhead low.  We don't spend a fortune on promotions.  But we do offer a complete line of quality motorcycle apparel at a very attractive retail price,” Fulmer added.