Founded by Army Rangers and marathon and ultramarathon runners Hunter and Andy, Endorphin Running Company makes running belts and soft flasks designed to stay secure while carrying essentials and hydration. Its flagship Endorphin Belt has been tested from 5K races through 100-mile ultras and refined through 12 versions, with a dual-adjustment fit and sweatproof phone storage at its core. The company is veteran-owned and operated and says its gear is trusted by more than 20,000 runners.
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Simple HydrationBorn from a triathlete’s frustration with bulky hydration belts, Simple Hydration makes hook-shaped water bottles that slide into a runner’s waistband, race belt or pocket while keeping the hands free. Brian Hock conceived the design while training for the 2010 Louisville Ironman, then launched the first bottle a year later through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The family-owned company now supports racing and ambassador teams whose members use its bottles in training and competition around the world.
BAYDOGFounded by Marine veteran Barton O’Brien after a Chesapeake Bay walk with his puppy Walter, BAYDOG makes dog gear for active outings, from everyday harnesses to life jackets. The Annapolis-based company began with the Pack-N-Go Bag, an invention that solved the messy problem of carrying a tennis ball, treats and waste bags at once, and it remains veteran owned and operated. BAYDOG also pairs select harnesses with its Find My Owner registration system to help reunite lost dogs with their families.STEVENSVILLE, MD
HRT Tactical GearHRT Tactical Gear grew out of High Risk Training, a tactical training company founded in 2008, and now designs and manufactures mission-adaptable tactical equipment in the USA. Its military- and law-enforcement-informed team builds configurable gear for professional and civilian users, including plate carriers and the modular QTR belt system. HRT backs its products with a lifetime warranty and applies reinforced construction and carefully selected materials for hard use in the field.COLUMBUS, OH
American KargoAmerican Kargo is a performance-inspired, adrenaline sports-oriented gear bag company. It is a design-driven organization focused on creating innovative products to support serious athletes at every level.PITTSBURGH, PA