In 1850 a pioneer spirit by the name of C.C. Filson took his love of the great wild frontier, and combined it with one of American history's most defining chapters to create an activewear brand that would stand the test of both time and endeavor. Starting with the Gold Rush of 1897 and continuing to this day. "If a man...
Vasque footwear has been conquering the trails since 1964, taking hikers across the best and worst of terrain in both style and superior performance. A leading producer of some of the world's top-rated hiking and backpacking boots and trail runner shoes, Vasque now boasts over 50 years of brand loyalty. With each model now conceived and executed for a specific...
From its very roots, this company has been focused on one thing: producing the very best gear for the US combat soldier. For this reason, Otte Gear makes some seriously high-quality kit. Materials to build quality, everything is top notch. This drive for the best can be traced back to the needs of the soldier but now extends far beyond...
Starting as a small operation in 1987, Darrel Ralph Designs wouldn’t make its first sale until 1992. From this point on, Darrel Ralph Designs would become the industry-wide recognized company it is today. The company mission statement for Darrel Ralph Designs is simple. Basically, they produce incredibly high-quality hard use tools which are designed and built to last in the...
Emerging from the ski racing sport in 2005, POC has been protecting people across a wide array of sports and activities. While working towards their primary goal of: “reducing the force transmitted to the brain and body in case of a crash," POC has made great strides; setting them up as one of the top industry leaders today. Using the...
Focusing on the user instead of the sales goals or marketing objectives, Carolina is able to produce seriously durable working footwear. Initially, they begin with approaching everything they do with the objective to: “provide working people with footwear that is 100% effective.” To this end, Carolina has some of the most comfortable and durable footwear designs we have seen. What...
Stretching back to late 1800’s France, Bollé has been making world-renowned products with the most advanced materials. It’s founder, Seraphin Bollé set out for the best, over the years this would be achieved. From being an innovator, industry manufacturing leader, and trendsetter, Bollé has stuck around and is here to stay. For almost 80 years the company would grow from...
Time to Rise is the motto of O Dark Thirty AKA OD:30 and is deeply ingrained into their military identity. By taking military guidelines for product materials and going further, OD:30 is able to take the combat boot to the next level of performance. The latest in footwear construction technology is used in every pair of OD:30’s. With the perspective...
In the small town of Rimsting among the population of roughly 3900 people, you’ll find the founders of Maloja, Peter Rauber and Klaus Hass. As a company inspired by nature, it should come as no surprised to learn that the Germany-based headquarters are surrounded by it. Nestled near the Bavarian foothills of the Alps, you’ll discover a repurposed farmhouse next...
Founded in 1938, Walls got their first start in Dallas, Texas by producing coveralls for oil and gas industries. Since then, the rugged clothing brand has gone onto to produce the toughest men’s workwear, flame resistant clothing, hunting gear, and everyday outwear. All of which is built to handle to rigors of harsh environments and good old-fashioned hard work. It’s...
