Durston
Product brand
UnclaimedUltralight backcountry gear designed by Dan Durston in the Canadian Rockies.
Last updated September 10, 2026
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Overview
Durston is an ultralight outdoor gear brand whose gear is designed by Dan Durston in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, focused on lighter weights, greater simplicity, and increased protection. Dan has been a hiker, gear geek, and adventurer for over 20 years, and built his own gear for over a decade before starting the company. His wife T is also a key member of the family business. Product pages include the Kakwa 55 pack and Durston logo stickers.
History
Durston gear is designed by Dan Durston in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Dan has been a hiker, gear geek, and adventurer for over 20 years, and was building his own gear for over a decade before he started this company, including building one of the first Dyneema tents back in 2009. He has also worked in gear development for several other ultralight companies and reviewed gear for BackpackingLight.com. His wife T is also a key member of the family business.
Products and positioning
Premium ultralight equipment designed in the Rocky Mountains with a first principles philosophy.
Kakwa 55 pack
Durston logo stickers
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