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Apocalyptic Wasteland: From the Frontlines of the Wildfires Out West
“We call the fire's destruction ‘the black.’ I've seen burnt-over heavy machinery, foundations of houses, and it's c...
3 Ways PR Benefits Cottage Brands in the Outdoor Industry…and Beyond
AppGearCo is proud to be a cottage manufacturer of outdoor apparel and gear. If you’re not familiar with the term, co...
Who We Are
At App Gear Co, backpacking is in our blood and protecting the places we play is central to everything we do. Our bra...
Back to Kings Mountain
We've been keeping you posted about our recent move to a new manufacturing facility and how it will allow us to sign...
Meet the Product: Ugly Bag™
We’re proud to introduce a highly water resistant and breathable alternative to down sleeping bags.
When you make a ...
250 Miles to Go.
I signed up for the Cocodona 250 a month before race day. It would be my first real race (outside of the Barkley Mar...
Ridgerunning: A Reflection
Prior to my first season as an Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) ridgerunner, I saw trails as distances to be conq...
Why We’re Committed to Plastic-Free Packaging
Picture this: your long-awaited order has finally arrived at your doorstep and it feels like Christmas morning. You ...
A Mess of Masks: How to Leave No Trace on Your Outdoor Adventures
With the numerous negative impacts from the recent pandemic, most of us have been searching for a way to combat the f...
One for the Books: A First-Timer’s Take on the Barkley Marathons
The Barkley Marathons is one of the most unique events on earth. The name comes from the race director’s neighbor, Ba...
How to Return to Training After a Break
Currently, I’ve been busy in my own gear room getting ready for a return to consistent training, now that a degree o...
What’s Next? Checking in with Triple Crowner Ben Vaughan
In 2018, I set out on my first thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. With very limited hiking experience, but plenty of...
