Blackstrap

Blackstrap is a brand that specializes in outdoor apparel and accessories, particularly known for its range of neck gaiters, face masks, and other winter gear. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Bend, Oregon.

Their flagship product is the Blackstrap Hood, which is a versatile piece of headwear that can be worn as a neck gaiter, face mask, balaclava, or hood. Blackstrap's products are designed for outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, and adventurers who need reliable protection from the elements during activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, hiking, and biking.

Key features of Blackstrap products include:

• Moisture-Wicking: Blackstrap uses proprietary moisture-wicking fabrics in their products to keep users dry and comfortable during physical activity.
• UV Protection: Many Blackstrap products offer UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) 50+ sun protection to shield users from harmful UV rays.
• Antimicrobial: Some Blackstrap products are treated with antimicrobial agents to inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria, keeping gear fresher for longer.
• Versatility: Blackstrap's products are designed to be versatile, offering multiple ways to wear them for different activities and conditions.
• Durability: Blackstrap places a strong emphasis on durability and quality construction, ensuring their products can withstand rugged outdoor use.

Overall, Blackstrap has gained a reputation for producing high-quality, performance-oriented outdoor gear that meets the needs of outdoor enthusiasts in various climates and conditions.

Blackstrap's committment to manufacturing in the USA sets the industry standard for product quality and sustainability. They are committed to minimizing their impact on their environmental footprint by taking a hands-on approach to produce research and development, recycling fabric scraps into google covers and masks, using water-based non-toxic ink, domestic sew and cut facilities, and identifying their environmental impact to go as Zero Waste as possible. Since 2008, they've stayed true to their mountain town roots and kept everything local by developing, processing, warehousing, and distributing their products from their headquarters in Bend, Oregon.

So just how great are Blackstrap's products? To start, they specialize in developing performance fabrics for their technically-designed products. In their own words, "Our focus is centered on delivering our customers with the highest quality gear that will stand up and over perform regardless of their adventure." Interested? Try their balaclavas, hoods, caps, or baselayers at Bob's today!