Argonaut Cycles: American Made Custom Carbon Bikes Built in Bend, Oregon

Almost every carbon fiber bicycle in America comes from the same handful of factories in Asia. Not similar factories. The same ones. Brands you think of as rivals are frequently sharing a molding line and arguing over paint. Argonaut Cycles builds no more than 200 bicycles a year in a shop in Bend, Oregon, and their founder has a line about why that is worth the trouble. "We never outsource. We know the name of every person who touches our frames." Continue reading

Spot Hogg: American Made Archery Sights and Releases Built in Harrisburg, Oregon

There is a line at the top of the Spot Hogg website right now, and it is not a sales pitch. "Due To High Demand Orders for Sights and Releases Ship in 4 - 6 Weeks From The Time of Order." Think about what that admits. In a world where a brand can have a container of sights on a boat by Tuesday, here is a company telling you to wait a month and a half. They could fix that tomorrow. They would just have to send the drawings somewhere else. Continue reading

CiloGear: Forging American-Made Excellence in Climbing Gear

On the outskirts of Portland, Oregon, nestled in what was once a Columbia Sportswear factory, a small-but-driven company is redefining what it means to craft climbing gear in America. CiloGear, owned and operated entirely in the United States, designs and manufactures high-performance alpine backpacks that are both minimalist and rugged - and unapologetically "Made in America." Born of Climbing, Refined by Data Founded by mountaineer and former investment consultant Graham Williams, CiloGear’s journey began in Turkey, but today its heart, and its assembly line, beat in Portland. Inspired by efficient "lean manufacturing," Williams and his team create backpacks only when they’re ordered, minimizing waste and maximizing customization through a one-piece flow process. Continue reading

Benchmade

Benchmade has been manufacturing amazing American Made knives for over 30 years. We can't let a good thing rest. It's in our American DNA to look ahead and see the promise of what could be. As a family-owned, American business, we never quit striving for more. More innovation, more value. That's why more than thirty years later, we're still the only knife company making tools that are yours, for life. Continue reading

Leatherman

It seems that when someone is talking about a 'multi-tool' they just naturally refer to it as a Leatherman. Why is that? Because Tim Leatherman created the first pliers-based multi-tool over 37 years ago and the company has been producing them ever since! The story is one we have seen before: an individual has a real need for something so they take it on to create a solution. Continue reading

Bowtech

It's no secret that we love archery. We've previously featured Ethics Archery, Last Chance Archery, BCY Fibers, Iron Will Outfitters and more. Today we look at Bowtech. Bowtech bows are made in America, by passionate employees who take pride in every step of the build process…all to build the most advanced archery products, with the quality and service you would expect. If you are in the market for a new bow, they have you covered with a full lineup of quality, American Made bows. Continue reading

North St Bags

North St Bags uses recycled bottles to create highly water resistant bicycle panniers and bags that come with a lifetime warranty. And they are Made in America. Portland, OR to be exact. All North St. packs are designed, cut, and sewn in Portland, OR by our rad crew of makers. You'll find a full list of bicycle bags as well as everyday bags and accessories. Continue reading

Mountain House

When you decide to go into the backcountry for a camping excursion you need to be prepared. Not only for the elements but also to ensure you are getting the food and calories you ened to keep you going. Mountain House is a great option to get the calories you need. They provide freeze dried meals that are simple to prepare and taste great too. Continue reading