Dion and NeviTREK Snowshoes brings together two Northeast snowshoe makers to hand-build snowshoes in Vermont, including Dion’s modular systems and NeviTREK’s ready-to-go recreational models. Founded by competitive racers Bob and Denise Dion alongside NeviTREK founder Joanne Petrozzi, the company designs, builds, and uses its products for winter racing and hiking. Every pair is made by hand in the USA and backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials or workmanship.
Gilson SnowBorn from a middle-school science project, Gilson Snow makes handcrafted snowboards and skis at its Pennsylvania factory. Founded in 2013 by teacher Nicholas Gilson and fellow educator Austin Royer, the company applies fluid-dynamics ideas from surfboards and sailboats to snow gear, including its distinctive 3D base designs. Gilson uses locally sourced Pennsylvania Poplar and ships its rider-built equipment to more than 50 countries.SELINSGROVE, PA
LEKI USALEKI USA makes poles and gloves for people who move through mountains, trails and snow, with a particular focus on lightweight equipment that can keep pace with both elite athletes and everyday adventurers. Its story of innovation reaches back to 1974, when Klaus Lenhart and Reinhold Messner developed the adjustable Makalu trekking pole, and the company still tests products in demanding conditions while supporting more than 1,000 athletes. LEKI also designs for a longer life, offering replacement parts and repairs for worn equipment rather than treating every old pole as disposable.BUFFALO, NY
Novix OutdoorsVeteran-owned Novix Outdoors has spent more than 20 years making hunting gear in the USA, with its Midwest operation focused on equipment that hunters can keep for a lifetime. Built by hunters who wanted lighter, more capable setups, the company makes gear for whitetail hunters and keeps production close to home, where its craftsmen can oversee each step.MOUNT VERNON, OH
NorthSide CustomsBorn in 2007 from the Bozeman basement workshop of custom woodworker Matt Sebren and engineer Rob Morgan, NorthSide Customs designs and builds made-to-order skis tailored to each rider. The company combines custom wood cores with carefully engineered composite construction, and can finish skis with everything from wood veneer to original graphic topsheets. NorthSide also supports the Gallatin Valley community by sponsoring charitable raffle events at local businesses.TOLEDO, OH