Leone Family Increases Equity Stake in RYU Apparel

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - April 22, 2015) - RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX VENTURE:RYU), a global, athletic tech-style apparel brand engineered for the fitness, training and performance of the multi-discipline athlete, is pleased to announce that the Leone family has increased their equity stake in RYU Apparel with a participation of CA$800,000 in the recently closed private placement at CA$0.30 per common share.

The Leone family, comprising of Marcello, Patrizia, Maria and Alberto Leone, is recognized as one of the top retail apparel families in North America. Recently, the Leones sold their retail apparel empire after 29 years and are now focusing their investment and time into RYU. Known for having a great eye for trends in retail and fashion, the Leone's believe in the new direction of RYU and have significantly increased their equity stake. This increased investment demonstrates their confidence that the RYU management team led by Mr. Marcello Leone will create a successful brand in the athletic apparel space.

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About RYU

RYU Apparel Inc. is a global, athletic tech-style apparel brand engineered for the fitness, training and performance of the multi-discipline athlete. Designed without compromise, RYU exists to facilitate human performance. For more information, visit www.ryu.com.

On Behalf of the Board, RYU APPAREL, INC.

Marcello Leone, CEO, President and Chairman of the Board

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