In 2021, I thru-hiked the 3,100 mile Continental Divide Trail. I quickly realized the transformative value of ultralight backcountry gear. While I could easily find ultralight components for nearly all of my backpacking kit, I wasn’t happy with the ultralight selection for my fishing gear. When I returned from my trip, Colter Backcountry was born. Our premium gear is made as minimal as possible with some of the lightest and strongest materials on the planet.

Colter Backcountry was founded to outfit those who love wilderness and solitude. For those who prefer to go through the mountains, not around them. Colter gear is for the true backcountry angler.

-Patrick Bauman, Ceo + founder

Core Values

  • Create gear that is as minimal as possible.

    Our gear is designed to be as lightweight as possible and never have unnecessary features.

  • Create products as tough as nature.

    Wild places are rugged. Our gear can handle the brutal conditions found in the wilderness.

  • Conserve wild places.

    Our products help people engage with wild areas. We will use our platform and voice to fight for wilderness conservation.

  • Source materials responsibly.

    We use a supply chain that limits harm to the wild places we love. All of our products are Made in the USA.