American Made Mountaineering and Shredding The Gnar

Whether you’re cruising down on snow skates or riding on your long board, if you’re going to really shred the country’s best terrain, you can’t have questions about quality.  The Western U.S. is home to some of the most technical slopes in the world; backcountry routes that can change indefinitely as you cut through the mountains chutes.  From the fluff of winter, to the crust of spring, the world will literally change directly under your feet.  And as the season progresses, it is your equipment that’s keeping you afloat; you’re just along for the ride..

For years, companies have been outsourcing production of ski’s, boards, gear, goggles, wax, gloves, and helmets.  But who is really better positioned  to design products for off-road, high-elevation skiing than local manufacturers from America’s own Rocky Mountains.  USA COLAB is a group of 25 American ski and board manufacturers using locally sourced materials and creating locally inspired designs for just that purpose.  Each company is unique, but they all share a common goal, aiming to create products that set the bar a little higher through local design, supply and manufacturing.  

The industry is small, representing only a fraction of the total production of the American economy, and yet they all seem to recognize that spearheading change is best done by helping your neighbors first.  The quote “Think Global But Act Local.” is embodied in the mission of USA COLAB, where they aim to demonstrate that change inspired at home and in your community,can influence the world to make the same smart, long-term decisions.

These companies have all rallied together around core values like hard work, dedication, and responsibility to create superior products while doing what they love.  And with the knowledge that everyone can make a difference, they have each carved out a niche by pushing the envelope of big mountain performance equipment.  Check out the 25 companies here @ http://usacolab.com

“The ski industry may be small, but it has the power to cultivate and inspire great change…The next time you’re perusing your local ski shop take some time to think about who’s building the products you use to shred.”

Check out USA COLAB’s Site