Our Story

As humans, we love highlights. But let’s face it: the outdoors aren’t built on highlights. The outdoors are built on rugged, uneven footing, with unpredictable weather and a shortage of daylight. And come to think of it, your life is built on the same stuff. That’s why we make no-nonsense, functional gear for the woods, the water, and everyday life, to take you through all varieties of weather while you go from one activity to the next.

We demand a lot from our gear, and we’ve got an ideal testing ground to make sure it can handle anything. We’re based in the northeastern US and get a heavy dose of the four seasons – it’s freezing in the winter, hot in the summer, and wet and dry in between. Years of outdoor adventure and day-to-day life with inadequate gear led to many lowlights. Determined to find a solution for pricey, not-as-advertised gear, we launched multiple Kickstarter campaigns to make the most versatile and truly waterproof backpacks you’ll ever find, which we achieved with our waterproof, fully submersible (IP68) Fogland, Explorer, and River Ute backpacks.

We’re committed to making the world’s best waterproof gear. Our technical gear is distinguished by its high performance and function, everyday versatility, and clean, modern design. We stand behind our gear being as-advertised and exceptionally durable, which you’ll find as our bags are backed by a 2 Year Gear Up Warranty.

Value is Our Core Value

Breakwater Supply gear is made for all of of you: hikers, paddlers, commuters, urban explorers, adventurers, boaters – and those of you who are none of the above.

Our products are designed to be your go-to for just about everything, from adventure, to travel, to everyday use. The way we see it, highly versatile gear replaces the need to buy different items for different scenarios. By owning one bag, backpack, or pair of shoes that does it all, while offering complete protection from the elements, you’ve ended up making a sustainable, less wasteful choice.

Another of our core values is making gear that’s packed with value: as the outdoors are accessible to all, great gear should be attainable, too. We’re committed to making gear that’s affordable, exceptionally durable, and simply more capable and useful than anything else on the market. Whether it’s a larger laptop sleeve, better feeling handle, snagless water bottle pockets, or faster drying shoulder straps (yes, our Fogland Backpacks offer all of these), you’ll find our gear will often provide features you won’t find anywhere else, and that’s true for our waterproof footwear and waterproof totes as well.

Earth-Friendly

We utilize earth-friendly fabrics, including non-toxic, recyclable Hydrowall TPU, and avoid materials and coatings that are damaging to the ecosystem. For our waterproof PVC products, our phthalate-free vinyl is made from high-quality, durable, safe PVC-coated textile that meets strict European regulations.

We take to heart what it means to “tread lightly.” Our products are engineered to utilize a small footprint, be easy on the body, and not be more than you need them to be. They’re lightweight, ergonomic, and easy to store. You’ll find this in all of our products, and our infographics often highlight these features.

Get Beyond the Breakwater

People are built to venture into nature. It’s healthy. Pushing your boundaries results in unforgettable memories and personal breakthroughs. We recognize that getting outside of your comfort zone takes guts, and it’s something we encourage with our tagline Get Beyond the Breakwater. You’ll see this pop up in many different places – including our gear, our labels, and our packaging.

Feedback is Important to Us

If you’ve had a great experience with our products, have suggestions, or want to drop us a note, send us your feedback by clicking here. We remain focused on making the world’s best waterproof gear, and we appreciate you all around the globe in supporting what we do.