Granite Gear

This is part four of a multi-part series. The next installments will be published in the coming weeks. You can read the entire series here. We've reached the point in our analysis of the 2020 Retailer Survey results when we start digging into individual product categories to ...read more

Stamping out racism The Outdoor CEO Diversity Pledge catalyzes business leaders to bust up the all-white club During the summer 2018 Outdoor Retailer show, Teresa Baker roamed the aisles and asked company leaders to sign her just-launched pledge to make outdoor businesses more ...read more

After all but losing spring 2020 to the pandemic, retailers and consumers alike are looking for gear to get excited about in 2021. So excited, in fact, that we decided to add their votes to our ranking of next season’s top products. Together, we’ve pored over, narrowed down, and ...read more

As outdoor leaders begin to speak out against racial injustice in the United States—once again brought to light by the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis—SNEWS is collecting their statements in one place. Our list currently includes the following voices: Access Fund, American ...read more

Industry headlines: Intriguing reads from around the web PPE from the co-founder of Granite Gear: Jeff Knight has designed a new tool to help prolong the life of N95 masks. #CurbYourTurns: SIA has launched a new campaign to promote the idea that flattening the curve “has to take ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at [email protected]. Huge win for climbing: Access Fund helped get Hell’s Kitchen bouldering area outside Chattanooga, Tennessee permanently protected as part of Cumberland Trail ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at [email protected] To #OptOutside isn't enough, REI's CEO says. For the fifth time this Black Friday, REI Co-op will close all its stores, process no online payments and pay all ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at [email protected] Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) criticized William Perry Pendley, the new Bureau of Land Management leader, for advocating for the sale of millions of acres ...read more

Two Harbors, MN — June 11, 2019 — In Spring 2020, Granite Gear, Minnesota manufacturer of award-winning backpacks, portage packs and travel gear, will introduce three new daypacks that follow the brand’s design culture that is minimalist, yet highly functional. Applying their ...read more

Now that it's officially spring, we're itching to get on a trail that's not covered by snow. Not far from our office in Boulder, the Flatirons and foothills beckon us to trek up its peaks and valleys on our lunch breaks or after work. A daypack is essential to hold our water, ...read more

“Just a little snow.” That’s the phrase that kept playing in my head as we wound our way through Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park in Catalonia, Spain. Everything—the granite peaks towering above us; the shores of an alpine lake; my boots—was ...read more

Ever since 36-year-old Tommy Danger left behind the flatlands of Indiana—and his past as a poor, overweight kid nicknamed Fat Tom who liked to catch frogs and snakes just for fun—he's been obsessed with adventuring and pushing the limits in running, biking, high altitude ...read more

Retailers keep telling us that the travel category is exploding and in some stores, travel sales are even surpassing camping and backpacking sales. Shoppers are looking for versatility—something they can take car camping and on the airplane and on an expedition. While duffels are ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at [email protected] Granite Gear, the Northern Minnesota-based backpack manufacturer, is mourning the passing of former partner Mike Cruikshank. In a news release, Granite Gear said ...read more

Two Harbors, MN — October 3, 2018 —Granite Gear, Northern Minnesota-based backpack manufacturer, is saddened to announce the passing of former company partner Mike Cruikshank. With Cruikshank’s talents and determinations, the company was able to grow to become an international ...read more

1. The "Urban Adventures" Demo Experience 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Confluence and Commons Parks: Try before you buy at the demo day set in a new urban environment along the Cherry Creek and South Platte River, within walking, biking, and free shuttle distance from all points ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? We've created a new form where you can submit tips and story ideas. Opportunity for female crushers: The American Mountain Guides Association is offering 12 women-specific scholarships totaling ...read more

Two Harbors, MN — June 22, 2018 — Backpack manufacturer Granite Gear has promoted David Eisenberg to Creative Manager. An asset to the design team since 2014, Eisenberg will use his acquired skills and knowledge to evolve the brand identity through the creative process. As a ...read more

Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? We've created a new form where you can submit tips and story ideas. The Nepal climbing and trekking community is mourning the loss of Sherap Jangbu Sherpa, who passed away from a stroke last ...read more

Last year, 17 hikers chosen for the Grounds Keepers program laced up their hiking boots and set out to clean up iconic trails. They removed 1,117 pounds of trash from the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, and more. This year, Granite Gear is also looking to add more ...read more

It's a simple question, but maybe not so simple an answer. Who do you think makes the best backpacks? ...read more

Granite Gear's Grounds Keepers are busy packing out other people's trash while they thru-hike some of America's most iconic trails. And some of the stuff they pack out makes no sense at all. Like, a bowling ball, which leaves us with far more questions than answers. But Grounds ...read more

How do you make an outdoor shop feel cozy, luxurious and a bit more like home? Offer a refreshing beer, warm food, or steaming cup of Joe to help fuel consumers through their buying decisions and—perhaps hours—of geeking out on the newest technology and trails. Two Harbors, ...read more