Mike St.Pierre

March 30, Biddeford, ME: In early April, Hyperlite Mountain Gear will launch volume-optimizing and stackable Pack Pods, a key lightweight organizational and weatherproofing tool for extended backpacking or multi-discipline adventures.  “The key to optimization begins with ...read more

Biddeford, Maine: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Expands Managerial Team, Grabs Dynamic Ecommerce & Sales Manager Amy Kading from the Fashion World. Fresh off hiking 850 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, Amy Kading brings a wealth of merchandising experience and a passion for ...read more

On February 3, Hyperlite Mountain Gear cemented partnerships with two of the largest Trail organizations in the United States—the Pacific Crest Trail Association and the Continental Divide Trail Coalition. “We’re committed to getting outdoor adventurers into the mountains and ...read more

February 1, 2016, Biddeford, Maine: Hyperlite Mountain Gear recently completely rebranded the company to dial its messaging on optimized, minimalist outdoor equipment and refocus awareness on its high quality, American-made manufacturing. The rebrand includes a new logo, website ...read more

Hyperlite Mountain Gear released its first high-tech daypack. The Daybreak Pack is a high-performance day backpack built of waterproof, rip-stop Dyneema® Cuben Fiber. It weighs just 1 lb. 3oz. and holds 17 liters and comes in three torso sizes (for optimized fit and comfort). ...read more

Biddeford, ME. Oct 13, 2015: SectionHiker.com’s Philip Werner announced today that the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest Pack won his annual “Gear Of The Year” Award. Every year Werner recognizes the piece of gear that had the biggest impact on his hiking and backpacking ...read more

Biddeford, ME. – October 6, 2015: In its latest comprehensive review of Ultralight Tents for backpacking, thru hiking and climbing, the popular gear review website, OutdoorGearLab.com gear, gave Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s Square Flat Tarp its “Top Pick Award.” "At a mere 10 ...read more

Biddeford, ME (October 1, 2015): In response to customer research and requests, Hyperlite Mountain Gear is introducing an ultralight, minimalist Messenger Bag to its lineup of high-tech, ultralight outdoor gear. “People who use Hyperlite Mountain Gear equipment aspire to travel ...read more

Biddeford, Maine: Grand Canyon slot canyon expert & 2012 Outside Mag “Adventurer of the Year” Rich Rudow has joined the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Ambassador Team just prior to one of his most significant adventures. “Rich has spent more time beneath the rim than any other slot ...read more

Biddeford, ME., July 31, 2015: Hyperlite Mountain Gear to launch its Summit Pack, Ice Packs and new 140L Duffel bag made from 100% woven Dyneema® on August 14. Dyneema® fibers are 15 times stronger than steel and seven times lighter by weight, are the fibers from which Cuben ...read more

Biddeford, ME., July 31, 2015: Hyperlite Mountain Gear to launch its Summit Pack, Ice Packs and new 140L Duffel bag made from 100% woven Dyneema® on August 14. Dyneema® fibers are among the strongest in the world, are the fibers from which Cuben Fiber is made, and are the ...read more

May 2015: Maine-based outdoor gear manufacturer Hyperlite Mountain Gear hires John Schafer as full-time Director of Operations. Schafer has 40 years experience managing a diverse array of manufacturing facilities, including abrasive products, forgings, castings, and bleachers, ...read more

April 22, 2015—Hyperlite Mountain Gear recently launched the first of a few major new products it will be introducing in 2015—UltaMid Inserts. The 2- and 4-person UltaMid Inserts come with or without a 100% waterproof Cuben Fiber bathtub floor. “This is a game-changing product ...read more