We call him "Bwana".
Patrick Smith has designed virtually everything we sell, and has been a pioneer in the outdoors industry since before most of our employees were born.  As a backcountry guide, he found the need to  fill the voids in the then rudimentary gear that was available - out of which came innovative backpacks, backcountry sleds  Tipis under the Mountainsmith label. These products were geared for the extremes of adventurers and mountaineers worldwide, under the most grueling of circumstances.

  A lifelong hunter, Patrick saw a void here as well. Hunters were using painful, impractical gear that was years behind in technology and design.  Out of need for efficient, comfortable gear, he made his own.  Need we say more? Follow the links below to read more about Patrick Smith and the evolution of Kifaru.Pack Evolution

Tipi Evolution