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Cascade Designs

Cascade Designs

Sporting Goods Manufacturing

Reno, Nevada 8,929 followers

Parent company to the world’s most iconic outdoor brands; Therm-a-Rest, MSR, SealLine, Platypus, PackTowl & Varilite.

About us

Founded in Seattle in 1972, Cascade Designs, Inc. began with the simple idea of providing a more comfortable night outdoors. Since then, we have grown to become the parent company of some of the most respected brands in the outdoor industry including Therm-a-Rest®, MSR®, Platypus®, SealLine®, and PackTowl®. Other Cascade Designs, Inc. divisions including Varilite. Though much has changed with our growth, the recipe for achieving success has not. We strive to make innovative, useful, and long-lasting outdoor products and believe that manufacturing the vast majority of our gear in our Reno, NV, and Cork, Ireland facilities is an essential element in creating quality products that answer, or anticipate, the needs of millions of customers worldwide in their outdoor pursuits. Learn more about our company and employment opportunities at www.cascadedesigns.com Learn more about our brands: MSR: www.msrgear.com Therm-a-Rest®: www.thermarest.com SealLine: www.seallinegear.com Platypus: www.platy.com PackTowl: www.packtowl.com Varilite: www.varilite.com

Website
https://www.cascadedesigns.com/
Industry
Sporting Goods Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Reno, Nevada
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1972
Specialties
Camping, Hiking, Water Purification, Backpacking, Snow Tools, Global Health, Outdoor Retail, and snowshoes

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  • Every PCT Days feels a little different — and somehow just as special. There’s something about being surrounded by people who are passionate about the outdoors and the gear that gets them there. This past weekend, we spent our time meeting people heading out on the trail, hearing their stories, and helping to repair their much-loved gear. From patching sleeping pads to tweaking stoves, our highly skilled repair team brought their expertise to every job, helping to extend the life of our customers’ gear and keep them on the trail. A big thank you to everyone who stopped by and said hello — and to our own team members who took the time to be part of it. We loved being there. See you on the trail. 🥾 #pctdays #thruhiking #gearrepair #outdoorindustry

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  • Cascade Designs reposted this

    Thank you all for another wonderful Outdoor Market Alliance Media Event, July 15-16! Twice a year we gather with the media to catch up, and chat about what's new with our brands. It's so nice to connect with the industry in person, and chat about gear from Gregory Mountain Products, Royal Robbins, SCARPA and Cascade Designs. Thank you, Evan Dudley, for a great event and for the photos! #outdoormarketalliance #verdelife

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  • The #RenoTahoeOdyssey may be over for this year, but we're still feeling inspired by the experience! This thoughtful gift from the organizers was a wonderful reminder of what makes this event so special. Since Reno is home for us, supporting events that bring our community together is especially meaningful. Our sponsorship was about more than supporting the race—it was about showing up alongside our team, connecting with our community, and helping make an unforgettable event possible. Seeing so many of our colleagues volunteer, cheer on runners, and contribute throughout the weekend made us especially proud… ..which is why we’re excited to share that we'll be returning as a sponsor for next year's Reno-Tahoe Odyssey! Thank you again to the organizers, volunteers, participants, and everyone who made this year's race such a success. We're honored to continue supporting an event that's so closely connected to the community we call home, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at the starting line next year! #Reno #MadeinReno #outdoorindustry #community

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  • Cascade Designs reposted this

    Back in NYC! Every year, we take our outdoor brands to New York and put them in front of the journalists and creators for a full media experience. This isn't just a booth and a sample drop. Our brands get in front of the right people. There's also no greater value than meeting people in person, especially now. So much of our day happens behind a screen, but these face-to-face meetings help us understand how to work with media and influencers to make their jobs easier. This year we were proud to represent Crazy Creek Products, Gregory Mountain Products, Cascade Designs, CEP, and ASTRAL.

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    It’s always rewarding to see our products recognized by the industry, but it’s even more exciting when multiple brands in our family earn recognition! Last month, Men's Journal included several of our products in their 2026 Outdoor Awards, a testament to the innovation, expertise and dedication of the teams behind them. From Therm-a-Rest, both the NeoLoft Pad and Parsec Sleeping Bag were recognized for their innovative design and exceptional comfort in the outdoors. Our longstanding MSR WhisperLite Stove, Quick 2 Cookset and Dynalock Trekking Poles also made the list, earning recognition for their durability and thoughtful engineering. A big thank you to everyone involved in designing, developing and bringing these products to market. We build gear to help people get outside with confidence. Recognition like this is a great reminder that we're on the right track! 📷 Mirae Campbell (Photo 1 & 3) & Scott Rinckenberger (Photo 2 & 4) https://lnkd.in/gZDdJRaD #outdoorindustry #industryawards #innovation

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  • And breathe! Last week, members of our Sales, Marketing & Product teams headed to New Orleans for the Switchback Event, where we showcased our upcoming 2027 product launches and reconnected with retailers, international distributors, media, and key partners from across the outdoor industry. The show not only provided a platform to strengthen these hugely important relationships, but also offered an opportunity to gather valuable insights through Outdoor Industry Association sessions, reinforcing just how important Switchback is for our industry. Our booth was a hub of activity throughout the event, and it was exciting to see the enthusiasm from those who got an early look at what’s ahead from Cascade Designs. A huge thank you to everyone who represented our brands, and to the many team members working behind the scenes whose hard work helped make the event such a success! 📷 Adrienne Battistella Photography

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  • Last month, we were proud to support the #RenoTahoeOdyssey, an epic 178-mile relay race that brings together runners and outdoor enthusiasts from across the Reno-Tahoe region. As both participants and sponsors, our team had the opportunity to connect with the local community, share the stories behind our brands, and showcase products that are designed and manufactured right here in Reno. As we continue to grow our presence in Nevada, we're proud to support events that celebrate the outdoor community and the region we call home. Congratulations to everyone who took on this incredible challenge, including our two Cascade Designs relay teams who completed the gruelling course! #MadeInReno #OutdoorIndustry #Reno

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  • Our newly launched MSR Hubba Hubba HD has been recognized as one of the best new backpacking tents of 2026 by Backpacker Magazine. Awarded the title of Best Shoulder Season Shelter, we agree that our newest, most robust Hubba Hubba is the perfect tent for staying warm & dry when the weather is even the slightest bit unpredictable! 📷 Mirae Campbell https://lnkd.in/d46bMSKA #backpackermagazine #shelter #tent #shoulderseason #outdoorindustry

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  • 🔔 EXCITING NEW ROLE ALERT 🔔 We’re seeking a highly creative Social Media Manager to oversee and manage the digital presence of Cascade Designs’ family of FIVE outdoor brands, and make their mark by owning our end-to-end Social Media strategy. Based in Reno, NV., this role sits at the true digital heart of the brands, and presents an unbelievable opportunity for any Social thought-leader to flex their industry, technical and content know-how alongside a broad team of genuine gear experts and innovators. Learn more & apply at the link below: https://lnkd.in/djCpv5SG #nowhiring #jobs #joinourteam #socialmediamanager

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