Born on the north-western coast of the US, Gear Aid specialises in repair kits for your skiing, climbing, mountaineering, hiking, scuba diving, fishing, surfing or camping equipment. It designs patches, glue, adhesives, sewing kits to repair everything from a tent to a surfing suit. Besides everything that can prolong the life of your outdoor gear, such as replacing the broken zipper or buckle from a backpack, Gear Aid also designs carabiners, knives, microfiber towels, as well as cleaning products to wash or revive the waterproofness of your jacket or pants.