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2 UPDATING A CLASSIC. Unique subsurface irrigation systems are another technological innovation that makes a classic HAR-TRU surface even more popular. Built with a controlled water reservoir beneath the entire court, subsurface irrigation systems provide better coverage on the surface by dispensing water evenly. This process is automatic, so there s no loss of playing time and no costly sprinkler system to maintain. Plus, since subsurface irrigation systems supply only enough water necessary to keep the surface damp, they can provide an approximate 60% savings in water usage.

3 THE STORY B EHIND THE BRAND. Since its modern-day invention by Major Walter Wingfield in 1873, tennis has become one of the most popular sports in the world its players, rules and equipment changing with the times. HAR-TRU surfaces are part of that history. During the 1950s, an engineer named Robert Lee began applying his expertise in building materials to the needs of American tennis. The result was a product that standardized and improved clay courts throughout the United States. Originally, the HAR-TRU brand used a natural green stone mined in Pennsylvania. When Lee found a second source in Virginia, it encouraged him to start his own surfacing business just in time for the tennis boom of the 1970s. By adding products like sweepers, rollers and drag brushes, Lee Tennis quickly became a one-stop shop for surfacing materials, maintenance equipment, court accessories and court development advice. When Robert Lee retired in 1997, Lee Tennis was purchased by Luck Stone, a longtime partner and the Virginia-based supplier of stone materials. Luck Stone then acquired the manufacturing assets of the original HAR-TRU material provider and, finally, bought the HAR-TRU brand, a surface associated with some of the finest courts in the world. HAR-TRU provides solutions for tennis enthusiasts of all ages, from players to club managers. It s a court surface that preserves the excitement of classic competition, while causing fewer injuries. In short, we re in the business of making tennis more fun for life. Ask your HAR-TRU representative or independent contractor about all the benefits of a HAR-TRU court. We ll show you how our solid foundation in the past is driving the future of the game.

4 THE HARD FACTS ABOUT SOFT SURFACES. Har-Tru, the Official Surface of the Success Magazine Tour. TAKING THE PAIN OUT OF THE GAME. HAR-TRU s granular surface acts as a shock-absorbing cushion, allowing players to slide into their returns. This prevents the joint-jarring stops all too common on hard surfaces. In fact, studies show that players are seven times less likely to injure themselves on surfaces that allow sliding. HAR-TRU SERVES YOU WELL. Other courts may crack and bulge, but a HAR-TRU court can last a lifetime. With proper maintenance, you can avoid the hidden replacement costs common to hard surfaces. That s why club owners, managers and builders recognize the long-term value of a HAR-TRU surface. A BETTER BOUNCE, A BETTER GAME. On a HAR-TRU court, the ball bounces consistently slower than on other surfaces. This results in longer rallies, a greater variety of strokes, and a more controlled game. Stamina, strategy and mental toughness all come into play more it s no coincidence that most of the world s top players got their start on clay. DRYER IN THE RAIN, COOLER IN THE SUN. A HAR-TRU court is ready for action in a matter of minutes after a rain shower. Water is absorbed through the surface and into the base, much like a blotter. The slope of the court then allows excess moisture to run off. Since a HAR-TRU court retains moisture and breathes during the hottest days of summer, the surface remains an average of 20% cooler than hard courts. EASY ON THE EYES, YOUR CLOTHES AND THE ENVIRONMENT. It s much easier to follow the ball on the non-glare surface of a HAR-TRU court. The natural green HAR-TRU surface won t stain clothing and reduces wear and tear on your tennis equipment. And, because the HAR-TRU court is permeable, it prevents runoff control problems associated with hard, impervious surfaces. THE MASTER STROKES BEHIND A SUPERIOR SURFACE. To ensure that materials of only the highest quality go into every surface, HAR-TRU surfacing has returned to its original source: a billion-year-old Pre-Cambrian metabasalt found in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This stone is crushed, screened and mixed in precise proportions to produce a stable surface. Because HAR-TRU is manufactured entirely in-house, frequent quality control checks are performed on the gradation of particle size and the velvetizing process of crushing, screening and blending. HAR-TRU can be used for both new court construction or for top dressing. A layer of these finely crushed green particles is installed over a porous base of crushed stone to produce a finished surface. A HAR-TRU court can also be built over existing clay, asphalt or concrete courts. Every HAR-TRU court is backed by a full complement of engineering and design services, as well as on-site technical consultation. Lee Tennis, the manufacturer of HAR-TRU, also manufactures a full range of court maintenance equipment and accessories everything you need to build and maintain your HAR-TRU court.

5 FEWER INJURIES ON Just about every amateur tennis player wants to enjoy the game for life, from childhood well into retirement. HAR-TRU surfaces help them achieve that goal. How? A recent study revealed that one out of every two tennis players is likely to suffer an injury during a six-month period. The study attributes injuries of the lower extremities, the back and the groin to two factors: court surface and shoes. Unique surfaces that permit sliding, as HAR-TRU does, result in 85% fewer injuries than hard surfaces. Clearly, HAR-TRU courts are easier on the back, legs and ankles compared to asphalt, acrylic or even grass. By cushioning the body from constant pounding, HAR-TRU surfaces enable tennis lovers to pursue the sport longer throughout their lives. From tennis clubs to private homes, more enthusiasts are playing it safe on LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY RESULTING IN PAIN, RELATIVE TO DIFFERENT SURFACES* HAR-TRU Synthetic Surface 6 times more likely than HAR-TRU Asphalt 7 1/2 times more likely than HAR-TRU Synthetic Grill on Concrete 8 1/2 times more likely than HAR-TRU *The Loading of the Musculo-Skeletal System in Tennis Benno M. Nigg, Professor of Biomechanics, Faculties of Physical Education, Medicine and Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada. BUILDING YOUR HAR-TRU COURT CONVERSION OF HARD COURTS: Your old, cracked hard courts can be converted to HAR-TRU, a softer court. You simply change the pitch with suitable fill and build right on top of your existing courts. TRADITIONAL BASE For multiple courts and courts with heavy play. curb in mortar bed 1 HAR-TRU surface MODIFIED SCREENING BASE An acceptable alternative base for all applications especially where precise grade control can be achieved. curb in mortar bed 1 HAR-TRU surface 3 of 3/4 stone with dust 1 leveling course of 1/4 stone with dust approximately 2-1/2 of 1/4 stone with dust

6 THE WORLD COURT. More than 40,000 HAR-TRU courts are being enjoyed around the world. You ll find them in 23 countries, from Europe and the Far East to 49 American States. The safety, responsiveness and consistency of every HAR-TRU surface help clubs build a large and loyal tennis-playing membership. Clubs and resorts also appreciate the ease of maintenance provided by subsurface irrigation systems. This technology saves maintenance time and conserves water, while keeping the court moist and ready for play all day even in the southwestern desert. For more reasons why we re the court system solution around the world, visit or call HARTRU. TYPE OF COURT AVG. COST TO BUILD LIFE OF COURT MAINTENANCE EASE OF REPAIR HARDNESS OF SURFACE SLIDE OF SURFACE TO REDUCE INJURY SURFACE TEMPERATURE HAR-TRU Least of all compared. Indefinite when properly cared for. For Clubs: Average of 30 minutes a day per court during the playing season. Repairs are easy, quick and inexpensive in most cases. Yes Coolest of all tested. ASPHALT w/ ACRYLIC COATING Average 8% Average life of years before requiring major work. Depending on location, courts need to be washed occassionally to get maximum life. Requires recoating every 5-7 years. Repairs are difficult and expensive since recoating is necessary whenever court itself is structurally affected. Hard No Average 20% hotter than ASPHALT w/ ACRYLIC CUSHION COATING Average 46% No Average 20% hotter than AMERICAN RED CLAY w/subsurface irrigation only Average 5% Indefinite when properly cared for. For Clubs: Average of 20 minutes a day per court during the playing season. Repairs are easy, quick and inexpensive in most cases. Yes Same as HAR-TRU w/subsurface irrigation for red or green Average 48% Indefinite when properly cared for. Average 10 minutes a day per court considerably less water, rolling and top dressing. Repairs are easy, quick and inexpensive in most cases. Yes Same as moist LEE TENNIS, LLC 2975 Ivy Road Charlottesville, Virginia HARTRU tel fax hartru@leetennis.com