Directory of “Cottage Industry” Backpacking Gear Companies

As backpackers, we are always looking to shave weight and save money? If you are too, then you should check out this list of small businesses we found on Erik the Black’s Hiking Blog.
 
FYI – We haven’t bought gear from most of the businesses on this list, but we have bought from Simply Light Designs. They did a great job and we can recommend them wholeheartedly.

You can also find the list and a few more that we’ve added HERE.

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Directory of "Cottage Industry" Backpacking Gear Companies

Some of the best ultralight backpacking gear on the market is not made by the big gear companies (and it isn't even available in most stores). It comes from small, hiker-owned businesses who design, manufacture and sell their own gear on the internet and at small shows and hiker gatherings.