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Hand-made ultralight fanny packs and backpacks for the outdoors.
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I’ve been spending the last couple of days gathe

I’ve been spending the last couple of days gathering up supplies, cutting 35 yds of fabric and beginning production of cotton face masks. They’re for sale on my website for only $8 each, in a bunch of different patterns and colors. Having something is better than having nothing at all.
Filling up my free time making these for you all, and with the intention to donate some to our local medical facilities if they need them.
If you have DIY / MYOG skills, I did an IG livestream earlier today teaching you how to make masks for yourself. Or follow the Deaconess tutorial for a walk through.
#myog #facemasks #diy #handmade

Quarantine is a great time to review gear for impr

Quarantine is a great time to review gear for improving your sewing MYOG work station. Check out my youtube review of my two “architect” lights from Phive. Super useful for your machine or work table. Link in bio!

#sewing #youtube #lighting #myog #juki #phive

Check out this Black VX21 Flatiron Pack I made for

Check out this Black VX21 Flatiron Pack I made for my friend Tony at @survivorheadwear . He just started his IG page, so give him a follow!

Pack weight: 16.2 oz

He owns a local sewing business where they make all sorts of bags and apparel, including a sleuth of really well designed hats. I love mine (last photo)! I recently bought the new bartack machine from him, and since then it’s been great to talk to someone with so much experience in the industry.
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I like big buttes and I cannot lie. Over the week

I like big buttes and I cannot lie.
Over the weekend I went to the Pawnee Buttes in NE Colorado and wow, it was spectacular. Amazing sandstone canyons all over the place and the famous Buttes always in view.
Check out how stuffed full the front pocket on my Front Range 40 is! The pocket is sewn on flush to the pack (no gussets or pleats), but it can certainly fit a lot of gear. In the photo I fit my whole tent, some water bottles, food, an extra layer, etc. Shows how amazingly stretchy the spandura fabric can be. Also discovered I can just barely squeeze a nalgene into the front water bottle pockets (although I’m not sure I recommend this yet because of potentially over-stretching the fabric— I’ll have to do some more testing). Epic trip!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack @thedyneemaproject @ripstopbytheroll #dyneema

Hope everyone is staying home and staying safe out

Hope everyone is staying home and staying safe out there. Have a plan and a deep pantry. Take care of your basic needs and wait it out.

As for Red Paw and business operations, I’ll be self quarantining for the foreseeable future and working on some gear. Luckily, I work from home so this isn’t a huge change of pace. Business as usual will continue.
In the meantime while we wait for the world to open again, you can always shop for custom UL gear! Our lead time are short: packs are 1-2 weeks and fanny packs are shipping in 2-3 days.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack #sewing #sewingspace

Last summer I built this pack for @builtforscience

Last summer I built this pack for @builtforscience615 which would later evolve to the current Flatiron Pack design.
He took it out today in some foggy and snowy conditions, which we’re getting here in Boulder too. Winter is beautiful, but in a different way.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack #dyneema @thedyneemaproject

Check out this Coloring Book top loader Flex Fanny

Check out this Coloring Book top loader Flex Fanny Pack I finished up yesterday. Added hipbelt wings that still use the slik clip system for a removable hipbelt.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #outdoorink #ripstopbytheroll @ripstopbytheroll @thedyneemaproject

Front Range 40L UL Backpack is available now! Link

Front Range 40L UL Backpack is available now! Link in bio.
After a ton of designing and prototypes, the Front Range 40L is available for ordering! This one weighs 21.9 oz and includes a padded hip belt, as well as all of the stretch pocket options available. Materials used:
White 5.0 DCF
Dyneema Woven Melange
Orange Spandura

Let me know what you think of the design, and be sure to try out our custom pack builder on the website (best viewed on desktop). Let me make a unique and useful pack for your next hike!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack @ripstopbytheroll @thedyneemaproject #dyneema

It’s always a treat to get photos from our inter

It’s always a treat to get photos from our international customers. Black DCF Flex Fanny Pack at the Colored Sands, Negev Desert, Israel! How epic. Thank you for the photo!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @thedyneemaproject

Calling all MYOGers! Check out my latest video on

Calling all MYOGers! Check out my latest video on how to cheaply upgrade your tool organization and work flow on sewing machines with MAGNETS!
Link in bio

#myog #ultralight #sewing #sewingtips #workspace #magnets #workstation #sewingspace #sewingroom

Beautiful powder day at @arapahoe_basin with the s

Beautiful powder day at @arapahoe_basin with the ski version of the Flatiron Pack 28.
This Dyneema Woven Melange really impressed me. No water absorption on the pack today (would need to be tested further) and it packs down soooo nicely.
Weight: 15.2 oz

Features:
1” webbing ski carry straps that double as compression straps.
1” webbing molle loop system on the back, along with the classic matte black waterproof zip.
Trekking pole/ axe loops.
A large handle and a separate loop for the compression top. (This will be standard on packs now)
Each of the webbing straps was double stitched, then bartacked. This is an extra durable bag.
I realize that this may not have all the skiing features that some would want, but this pack is perfect for basic resort skiing.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack @ripstopbytheroll @thedyneemaproject #dyneema #skipack #skiing #arapahoebasin #colorado

Check out this nifty custom fanny pack! It’s a F

Check out this nifty custom fanny pack! It’s a Flex Fanny Pack, but with a top loading zipper and a front pocket. Really neat idea requested by a customer. Great design for a smaller camera or if you just like opening the pack from the top.
Weight: 4.3 oz

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First Flatiron pack built with bartack reinforceme

First Flatiron pack built with bartack reinforcements from the new machine!
Dyneema Woven Melange
Matte Black Spandura
210D Robic gridstop

Weight: 17.75 oz

I’m pretty sure that with the woven melange dyneema fabric and the bartacks, this pack should be near indestructible 💣💣💣 #myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack @thedyneemaproject @ripstopbytheroll #dyneema #wovendyneema #dyneemamelange

The third annual Thru-Hiking Giveaway hosted by @g

The third annual Thru-Hiking Giveaway hosted by @garagegrowngear and @thetrek.co is live now! It runs from February 26th- March 11. Enter to win $4000+ in prizes. Each of the three winners will receive a bunch of great gear, including a Flex Fanny Pack from Red Paw! LINK IN BIO!

#thruhikinggiveaway #freegear #thruhiker #giveaway #garagegrowngear #garagegrowngeargiveaway

FRONT RANGE 40L Check out our newest design! Tot

FRONT RANGE 40L

Check out our newest design!
Total weight: 19.8 oz

Materials:
White DCFH5 main body
Woven dyneema melange side pockets
Burgundy spandura stretchy front pocket and vest pockets.

28L isn’t quite big enough for everyone, including myself. Sometimes I like to haul out a lot of gear for testing or need space for a bear can or winter stuff.
The pack is tall in the photos to demonstrate max volume. Can easily be reduced to a small size for less gear using the roll top and compression cord.
This pack is extra cool because of the dyneema melange ice axe sleeve below the front pocket.
Let me know your thoughts on the pack! I’ll be adding it to the site sometime soon.
Options for a padded hipbelt and maybe a carbon frame will be available in the future.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack @thedyneemaproject @ripstopbytheroll #dcf #dyneema

Bartacker in slo-mo. Definitely worth watching wi

Bartacker in slo-mo.
Definitely worth watching with sound on. What a badass machine. Still tuning it in, but very much looking forward to using this for making some gear!
#myog #sewing #bartack #bartacker #industrialsewing

Getting ready for a thru hike this spring? Enjoy 1

Getting ready for a thru hike this spring? Enjoy 15% off all in stock fanny packs and accessories to round out your kit. No code required.
Support a small business, and help Red Paw fund new machinery!
Link in bio.

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Check out this fun new Fuchsia DCF Flex Fanny Pack

Check out this fun new Fuchsia DCF Flex Fanny Pack. A few are now in stock. Link in bio.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @dyneema @ripstopbytheroll #outdoorink

Check out my latest YouTube video that gives a det

Check out my latest YouTube video that gives a detailed look at a custom Flatiron pack. Nerd out over specs and gear design in a quick cut 5 min video that will give you my reasons for the design and specific feature details.
LINK IN BIO!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack

Dig the stretchy side pockets? Daisy chains for ha

Dig the stretchy side pockets? Daisy chains for hanging gear? I’ll make a custom fanny pack for you! DM me.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @thedyneemaproject

Want your fanny pack to fit inline with your hipbe

Want your fanny pack to fit inline with your hipbelt?
DM or email me and I’m happy to make it for you, but you might need to send me the buckle!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @thedyneemaproject

This Flat Iron Pack made with #outdoorink Coloring

This Flat Iron Pack made with #outdoorink Coloring Book printed on DCFH5 is up for sale! In stock and ready to ship immediately.
Link in bio!

Weight: 16.0 oz / 1lb

This pack has a really fun and unique look. The front and vest straps are subdued black and gray (dyneema woven melange), and the back is the magically colorful Coloring Book.
Let me know your thoughts. Like the colors or is it too “loud” for your hiking style?
Personally, I love this pack so much I almost kept it for myself. But I can’t. I need to let this pack free to explore with one of you!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack #dyneema #coloringbook #dyneemacompositefabric @thedyneemaproject @ripstopbytheroll

Haven’t made something with white VX21 in a minu

Haven’t made something with white VX21 in a minute. CRISPY!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker

Have a funky color request? Send me a DM or email

Have a funky color request? Send me a DM or email and let’s talk colors. There are even more options available than what’s listed on the site, but they are limited.
Lead time for custom fanny packs is usually 2-3 days now. We ship fast!
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @thedyneemaproject @ripstopbytheroll #outdoorink

Pocket Palooza!!! This ultra-custom Gray Topo VX15

Pocket Palooza!!!
This ultra-custom Gray Topo VX15 Flex Fanny Pack has pockets on nearly every inch of space:
Top pocket, two side pockets, a bottom pocket, back pocket and an interior phone pocket.
Whatcha think? Dig the pockets, or is it too much?
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Safe to say we’re enjoying Colorado. Great hike

Safe to say we’re enjoying Colorado.

Great hike in Nederland yesterday with @hanglooseandhikeon and Red Paw.

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Had a blast at @outdoorretailer yesterday with @so

Had a blast at @outdoorretailer yesterday with @softgriptape and @builtforscience615 ! Tons of awesome new gear and materials to gawk at, plus lots of free stuff.
Excited for the summer show which will have more focus on hiking gear.
#outdoorretailer

SPRUCE. Limited drop of 5 Spruce Green DCF Flex F

SPRUCE.
Limited drop of 5 Spruce Green DCF Flex Fanny Packs available now, link in bio. No lead times on these, they are in stock and will ship same/next day.
This great color was printed by @ripstopbytheroll and the custom pantone color system.
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema @thedyneemaproject #outdoorINK

Orange DCFH Flex Fanny Packs are here! Check out t

Orange DCFH Flex Fanny Packs are here! Check out the link in bio to shop in stock gear. These packs are shipping out next day!
This color was printed with the #OutdoorINK Pantone printing system at @ripstopbytheroll
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #fannypack #ultralightfannypack #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customfannypack #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #stretchytoppocket #waterproof #waterprooffannypack #handmade #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #fannypacks #gearmaker #madeinusa #smallbusiness #travelgear #thruhiker #dyneema #orange @thedyneemaproject

Black Dyneema (DCFH5) fanny packs have been restoc

Black Dyneema (DCFH5) fanny packs have been restocked and will ship out next day! Link in bio.

Of all of the fanny packs I’ve made over the years, black DCF is the most popular. And I see why. It’s understated, yet outstanding.
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The Flat Iron Pack. 28 Liter volume, totally custo

The Flat Iron Pack. 28 Liter volume, totally customizable. Made to order and available now with short lead times (2 weeks). Thanks for the great photo @gluckhikes !
#myog #ultralight #ultralightbackpacking #ultralighthiking #cottagegear #cottageUL #bespokegear #customultralightgear #hiking #thruhiking #handmadegear #redpaw #redpawpacks #gearmaker #smallbusiness #thruhiking #custombackpack #backpack #ulbackpack #edcbackpack #edc #commuterbackpack #ultralightbackpack

Skied Vail resort this weekend, my first time skii

Skied Vail resort this weekend, my first time skiing in over 10 years (and second time ever). Proud of how much my buddies and I were able to pick up on such a short two day trip.
As it turns out, a slim fanny pack like “The Corner” Fanny Pack is absolutely perfect for around the resort. Stuff your phone, wallet, keys, lift pass, whatever into the pockets and you’re good to go. The front corner pocket did an amazing job to keep everything inside, even though I was constantly wiping out on my skis.
I may or may not have an idea for a dedicated ski backpack after this trip.
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