Eco-conscious gear isn’t just a trend — it’s a performance-driven movement. Today, recycled and upcycled outdoor gear doesn’t just help the planet — it holds up on trail too. Here are standout examples in 2025:

1. Packs Made from Recycled Materials

• Osprey Archeon: Rugged and sleek, made from 100% recycled nylon.
• Patagonia Black Hole Series: Iconic duffels and daypacks built from recycled plastic bottles.

2. Tents & Shelters

• Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL Solution Dye: Uses 50% less water and energy in production.
• Vaude Tents: Pioneers in bluesign® and eco-friendly designs with recycled fabrics.

3. Clothing

• Picture Organic Jackets: Made from sugarcane-based bio-polyester and recycled fibers.
• The North Face “Renewed” Line: Repaired and upcycled gear that looks and performs like new.

4. Sleeping Bags & Insulation

• Therm-a-Rest Vesper Quilt: Uses 100% recycled nylon shell.
• Marmot Trestles Elite Eco: Affordable, synthetic bag made with recycled fill and shell.

Upcycled Bonus Gear

• Green Guru: Makes bags and pouches from upcycled bike tubes and wetsuits.
• Flowfold: Uses leftover sailcloth to make ultralight wallets, pouches, and daypacks.

Does It Last? Yes! Modern recycled fabrics are nearly as strong as virgin nylon or polyester — and companies now build them for the same performance standards.

It’s never been easier to choose gear that supports your adventures and the Earth.