About Us

Our Mission

We make reliable equipment that works for the guides, skiers and climbers who use it year-round.

 

How We Started

Founded by Kyle Willis, High Mountain Gear was started as an attempt to fix his own gear with a sewing machine. To keep gear out of landfills, Kyle started fixing other people's gear, too. Fixing soon led to creating, and before long, Kyle was making his own products to fill gaps in the market at a reasonable price and High Mountain Gear was born.

 

The Vision

At High Mountain Gear, we're all about big ideas and the great outdoors. We craft gear that's got your back in two ways:

  1. Filling Outdoor Gaps: We're out to solve those "Why doesn't this exist?" moments. Our team digs deep to create products that make your outdoor life easier, safer, and more fun.
  2. Redefining the Big 3: Lighter, tougher, and easy on your wallet – that's what we're about. We push the boundaries, so you get gear that surprises you with quality and affordability.

    Our gear is made right here in Washington State, with a nod to Mother Nature – we use as much recycled material as we can.

    We're not just a gear company; we're outdoor lovers stitching innovation into every product. Get ready to be wowed by High Mountain Gear – the gear that's all about your adventures!

    The ULTRA Ledge

    How to Enter the Giveaway

    Step 1: Enter your name and email in the form below (1 entry).

    Step 2: Earn bonus entries by submitting climbing photos/videos (see form below).

    Step 3: Get 1 entry for every $25 spent during the giveaway.

    Step 1: Sign Up to Win the Ledge

    Enter your email below for your chance to win a $2,300 Alpine Double Portaledge with seam-sealed storm fly, made with Challenge ULTRA bed fabric, UHMWPE webbing harness, and ULTRA haul bag. Bonus entries for purchases & content submissions.

    Step 2: Bonus Entries — Share Your Adventure

    Earn extra chances to win by submitting photos or videos of our gear in action.

    • 1 entry per photo
    • 3 entries per video
    • Limit 1 submission per week during the contest period
    • Your content must be original, feature our product in use, and show it in a useful or adventurous setting
    • Your content may be featured on our website or social media

    Step 3: Shop to Earn More Entries

    Every $25 you spend in our store during the giveaway period earns you 1 automatic entry into the drawing.

    • No need to submit receipts — we’ll track your orders for you.
    • Applies to all products purchased between August 12, 2025 and September 1, 2025.
    • If you purchase a portaledge during the contest and win, you’ll receive a full refund for your ledge purchase.
    • Entries stack with your bonus content submissions.
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    Giveaway Q&A

    • What is the prize? One Alpine Double custom portaledge with a factory seam-sealed stormfly — built with Challenge ULTRA bed fabric, UHMWPE webbing harness, and ULTRA haul bag. Retail value: $2,300 USD.
    • Can I buy a ledge now and still win? Yes! If you buy a portaledge of equal or lesser value during the giveaway period and win, you’ll get a full refund for that purchase.
    • Do I have to buy something to enter? No — you can enter for free by subscribing to our email list and/or submitting qualifying photo or video content.
    • What counts as a qualifying photo/video? The product must be clearly visible, in use, and shown in a relevant outdoor activity. No repeats or duplicate content.
    • Can I submit more than one photo or video? Yes — you can submit once per week during the contest period. Each photo = 1 entry; each video = 3 entries.
    • Who can enter? Residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 years or older.
    • When will the winner be announced? Within 3 business days after the contest ends on September 1, 2025.

    Contest Submissions

    Eligibility & Rules

    Eligibility: Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec), 18+ only. Void where prohibited.

    • Giveaway Period: Begins August 12, 2025 and ends September 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST.
    • How to Enter: You may earn entries through any of the following methods:
      • Email Subscription: Join our email list (must be a new subscriber during the giveaway period; 1 entry).
      • Content Submission: Submit qualifying photo or video content (photos = +1 each, videos = +3 each; limit 1 submission per week; up to 3 files per submission).
      • Purchase: Earn 1 entry per $25 spent during the giveaway period (entries are automatic; no receipt upload required).
    • Prize: One (1) complete Alpine Double custom portaledge setup (classic A5-style) including Challenge ULTRA bed fabric, UHMWPE webbing harness, ULTRA haul bag, and a factory seam-sealed stormfly. Retail value: $2,300 USD.
    • No Purchase Necessary: A purchase does not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total eligible entries received.
    • Winner Selection: Random drawing within 3 business days after the giveaway ends. Winner notified via email and must respond within 7 days or an alternate winner may be selected.
    • Refund Option: If the winner purchased a portaledge during the giveaway period, they may choose to receive a full refund for a portaledge of equal or lesser value in place of the prize.
    • Shipping & Taxes: Shipping covered to the U.S. and Canada. Winner is responsible for any applicable taxes.
    • Submission Rules:
      • Product must be clearly visible and identifiable in each photo or video.
      • Submissions must be original content created by the entrant.
      • No duplicate or repeat submissions — each entry must be unique.
      • Content must be relevant to outdoor climbing, mountaineering, or gear use.
      • Inappropriate, unrelated, or low-quality content may be disqualified.
    • Publicity: By entering, you grant permission to use your name and submitted content for promotional purposes without additional compensation, where lawful.
    • Release: This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or any other platform. By participating, entrants release the Sponsor and platforms from any liability.
    • Privacy: By entering, you agree to receive marketing emails; you may unsubscribe at any time.
    • Governing Law: Governed by the laws of the State of Washington, USA.
    • Contact/Sponsor: High Mountain Gear, 7245 Fawcett Ave., Tacoma, WA 98408, USA — service@highmtngear.com.