Camping Gear X was built around a simple idea:

Great outdoor gear comes from people who genuinely live the lifestyle.

That’s why we proudly support cottage brands, independent makers, and small outdoor manufacturers who focus on quality, innovation, and real-world performance over mass production.

Many of these companies are built by hikers, backpackers, hammock campers, thru-hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts who started by solving problems they personally experienced on the trail. The result is gear designed with purpose, tested in the real world, and trusted by people who spend serious time outside.

As DIYers and cottage gear manufacturers ourselves through DutchWare Gear, we understand the passion, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that goes into building outdoor gear the right way. We know firsthand what it takes to design products, source materials, manufacture gear, and stand behind every item that carries your name.

That’s why every brand featured on Camping Gear X is carefully selected based on:

Real outdoor experience
Product quality and durability
Innovation and thoughtful design
Trail-tested performance
Community reputation
Passion for the outdoors

We believe small outdoor brands help push the entire industry forward. They create some of the most innovative products on the market while staying deeply connected to the outdoor community they serve.

From ultralight backpacking gear and hammock systems to trail food, apparel, and camp essentials, our goal is to connect outdoor enthusiasts with brands we genuinely believe in and proudly use ourselves.

These are not just products on a shelf.

They’re gear built by people who truly love life outside.