Kelty (company)
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| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Outdoor equipment |
| Founded | 1952 |
| Founder | Asher Kelty |
| Headquarters | 6235 Lookout Road Suite B Boulder, CO 80301, US |
| Parent | Exxel Outdoors, LLC |
| Website | www |
Kelty is a manufacturer of high-end backpacks, tents, and sleeping bags owned by Exxel Outdoors, LLC. The business is based in Boulder, Colorado.
History[edit]
The company was started in 1952 by Asher "Dick" Kelty (September 13, 1919 – January 12, 2004), who was one of the first gear designers to produce and market an external-frame backpack designed specifically for civilian use.[1] He is considered to be the inventor of the aluminum-framed backpack.[2] Kelty was also the provider of gear in the 1970s cult classic TV series The Land Of The Lost.
Products[edit]
Kelty products are widely sold by large outdoor outfitters such as Eastern Mountain Sports and REI, and Kaviso, among others. Kelty is one of a few companies that still specializes in external-frame backpacks for outdoors use. Kelty released approximately 170 products / 253 models with annual catalog updates. Tents are one of the core products of Kelty. Kelty tents are made of high-quality materials. Kelty tent fabrics are made of Polyester, which is longer-lasting than Nylon, and the poles are made of lightweight aluminum. Kelty's focus as a brand remains budget friendly outdoor gear for camping and backpacking. Kelty also maintains a tactical / military spec division for government supply needs.
Product categories[edit]
- Backpacks
- Outdoor gear
- Sleep solution
- Tents and shelters
- Outdoor kids' items
- Camp furniture
Competing Company[edit]
Dick Kelty's son, Richard Kelty, became one of the founders of Sierra West, a competing company.[2]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Kelty Packs and founder A.I. Dick Kelty are huge in the History of Outdoor Gear".
- ^ a b Elizabeth McGowan (March 1985), "Behind the Label: Sierra West", Backpacker, p. 20
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