The name says it all. For ultra light backpacks that will carry your gear from a day trip to multi day trips, GoLite is the leader. The companies’ philosophy is “less is more, less is liberation and less is our passion.” What more is there to say? For adventurers the world over that know even a few extra ounces can make the difference between comfort and pain on those long haul excursions, GoLite is the obvious choice.
Located in beautiful Boulder, Colorado, GoLite leads the pack when it comes to designing outdoor gear that is simple, high performing and just enough. Not only are their packs light and simple but also they are also strong, durable and allow you to forget that you are even wearing a pack.
GoLite’s mission is to Innovate, Sustain & Inspire and they focus on designing and building strong, lightweight gear by utilizing less material and inspiring all of us to get out and discover nature wherever you live.
In keeping with the mission of the company to produce light, durable and comfortable backpacks they have stringent requirements when it comes to choosing materials. Some of their performance metrics include; waterproofness, windproofness, breathability and tear strength. The fabrics they use consistently test out to be as strong or stronger than their competition and in most cases are lighter.
With the rising popularity of “fast packing” GoLite is a leader in providing trail hounds with an ultra light option to get to their destination faster and lighter with optimal comfort. Fast Packing is a fairly new term that means getting from point A to point B faster and with minimal, ultra light gear. Doing more with less is another way to look at it. While this type of hiking may not be for everyone, it does have a certain attraction for those looking for a new challenge out on the trail.
Accolades
In March of 2010, GoLite received the Apparel Magazine Sustainability All-Star Award. The award recognizes companies that have implemented more environmentally and socially conscious practices into their businesses.
In 2009 GoLite received The Sprout Award (best sustainable practices) for the launch of the GoLite Index, which is a tool for measuring each products environmental impact. Starting in 2010 their spring line of products will be made from 50-percent organic or recycled fabrics. This is a huge increase from the 3 percent used 2 years ago.
2009-Europes Outdoor Enthusiast magazine awards Editor’s Choice to the GoLite Pursuit day pack for it’s well thought-out winter daypack.
Making The Lite Choice
GoLite makes gear for backpacking, day hiking, cycling and trail running and if you are looking for quality, ultra light products to get you out there with less, take a look at GoLite and learn why less is more.