2008-05-12 23:46:02 -

- Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCKY) today announced that the Company will make a presentation at the 2008 Baird Growth Stock Conference on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 11:15 am Central Time. Interested parties may listen via live audio broadcast over the Internet available at www.rockybrands.com.

About Rocky Brands, Inc.

Rocky Brands, Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of premium quality footwear and apparel marketed under a portfolio of well recognized brand names including Rocky Outdoor Gear(R), Georgia Boot(R), Durango(R), Lehigh(R), and the licensed brands Dickies(R), Zumfoot(R) and Michelin(R).

Rocky Brands, Inc.
Jim McDonald
Chief Financial Officer
740-753-1951
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Investor Relations:
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Brendon Frey/Chad Jacobs
203-682-8200