Bigtent Outdoor Equipment

What Bigtent Outdoor Equipment does

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment Ltd. is a Coquitlam, British Columbia-based specialty outdoor retailer (founded 2017, 1-10 employees) that curates and sells camping, overlanding, and basecamp gear from a roster of 20+ Korean and Japanese specialist manufacturers including Snow Peak, BUENOFE, Claymore, JakeLah, Kovea, Gopamir, KZM, and iKamper. The catalog centers on the IGT (International Modular Table) modular ecosystem, with proprietary-feel BUENOFE accessories (quick-slot table legs, connect tables, lantern hangers, stove windscreens) that interoperate with Snow Peak standards, supplemented by rechargeable circulator fans (Claymore V600+/V1040), air shelters, tents, sleeping gear, and portable power products.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer model through a Shopify storefront at bigtentoutdoors.com, supporting 15+ country/currency combinations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with a physical showroom at 904 Sherwood Ave, Coquitlam, BC that doubles as a North American distribution warehouse. Fulfillment is dual-sourced: Korea-direct duty-free shipping (ocean 5-8 weeks or air express 2-4 weeks) and local ground shipping (3-7 business days) from the BC warehouse for North American orders, with free shipping on orders over $300 USD.

Pricing spans $9 accessories to $1,499-$1,879 premium shelters, with most mid-range products between $29 and $329. Founder Kevin G. leads an independent, privately held company with no disclosed venture capital or institutional backing. Marketing relies on a media blog, email newsletter, organic social, and trade show participation, with the company positioning itself as a curated-discovery and plain-language education layer between specialist international manufacturers and North American outdoor enthusiasts.

Name

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment

Legal name

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment Ltd.

Website

https://bigtentoutdoors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment is a Canadian (Coquitlam, BC) DTC retailer that curates and sells specialist Korean and Japanese camping, overlanding, and IGT modular table gear via Shopify and a physical showroom, shipping to 15+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Recreation Equipment Retail

NAICS

Hardware Retailers (44414), Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444)

SIC

Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)

akta.pro primary industry

Camping & Overlanding Equipment Retail (CRAMAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tents, Shelters & Sleep Systems Retail (CRAMAMAH), Navigation, Lighting & Outdoor Electronics Retail (CRAMAMAF), Outdoor Travel Gear (Duffels, Packs, Dry Bags) Retail (CRAMAAAI)

Keywords

• Camping equipment retail
• Outdoor recreation gear
• Modular table systems
• Camping accessories
• Specialty outdoor retailer

Headquarters

HQ city

Coquitlam

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct e-commerce sales of curated outdoor camping equipment from specialist manufacturers worldwide. Products sold as one-time purchases with various price points ranging from accessories ($9) to premium shelters ($1,499+). Revenue generated through Shopify storefront with shipping handled directly to customers from Korea or BC warehouse.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment is a specialty outdoor retailer that curates and resells camping gear from specialist manufacturers worldwide, with a particular focus on IGT (International Modular Table) compatible modular table systems from Korean brand BUENOFE, rechargeable circulator fans from Claymore, and premium shelters from brands like Snow Peak, JakeLah, Kovea, and MinimalWorks. The company sells through a Shopify e-commerce platform with multi-country support and operates a physical showroom in Coquitlam, BC, fulfilling orders via Korea-direct duty-free shipping or local BC warehouse dispatch.

Product overview

Bigtent Outdoor Equipment Ltd. is a specialty outdoor gear retailer based in Coquitlam, BC, Canada, that curates and sells camping equipment from specialist manufacturers worldwide. The product portfolio centers on modular IGT (Individual Group Table) camping table systems and accessories (primarily BUENOFE brand), complemented by rechargeable battery-powered circulator fans (Claymore V600+ and V1040), storage solutions, and camping furniture. The company operates primarily as an e-commerce platform (Shopify-hosted) offering products across categories including tents, shelters, sleeping gear, furniture, kitchen/tableware, lighting/heaters/fans, and storage/packing. Bigtent curates brands including Snow Peak, Bigant, Henrik Seo, JakeLah, Kovea, LNT Overland, The Earth, Wood & Burn, Gopamir, MinimalWorks, Junwoo Outdoor, and others. The business model focuses on Korea-direct shipping with duty-free import, local BC warehouse fulfillment for North American orders, and free local shipping on orders over USD $300.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IGT Quick Slot Table Leg

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Snow PeakcoreOthersMajor brand partner offering Japanese-designed camping equipment including tents, stoves, and IGT modular table systems. Bigtent curates Snow Peak products alongside other specialist brands.
• BUENOFEcoreOthersKorean manufacturer of IGT-compatible table accessories including quick slot legs, connect frames, lantern hangers, and camp storage solutions. Products exclusively featured on Bigtent platform.
• ClaymorecoreOthersKorean brand specializing in rechargeable camping fans (V600+, V1040), cap lights, and portable lighting solutions. Core product line for temperature and comfort management at camp.
• JakeLahcoreOthersKorean outdoor brand with 30+ years of expertise producing ultralight camping gear including tents and shelters that prioritize strength without extra weight.
• KoveacoreOthersMajor Korean outdoor equipment manufacturer offering tents, shelters, and camping accessories. One of the largest brand collections on the platform.
• MinimalWorksminorOthersBrand specializing in modular shelter systems and accessories including tents, vestibules, and inner liners.
• LNT OverlandminorOthersFounded by a former iKamper engineer, LNT Overland produces smart lightweight overlanding and camping gear including the ES System modular awning setup.
• Henrik SeominorOthersOriginal IGT hanger creator producing hangers, partitions, and extensions for Snow Peak IGT table setups. Innovative Korean designer.
• GopamircoreOthersKorean brand offering air shelters including T720+ and G450 models with comprehensive accessory ecosystems including inner tents, TPU doors, and docking connectors.
• Junwoo OutdoorminorOthersCost-efficient Korean manufacturer starting as an OEM, producing heavy-duty extreme sleeping bags and field gear at competitive prices.
• The EarthminorOthersKorean brand producing bags and cases for Snow Peak tables, offering versatile storage solutions that double as trekking backpacks.
• KZMcoreOthersKorean manufacturer of air tents and shelters including the AON T-250 and AON Albion models, with comprehensive accessory lines.
• iKamperminorOthersPremium Korean tent manufacturer known for innovative camping and overlanding shelter solutions including insulation tents.
• MAC OutdoorminorOthersBrand partner offering Snow Peak-related accessories through MAC Outdoor's specialized outdoor product line.
• WubenLightminorOthersBrand specializing in rechargeable flashlights and camping lights including L50 EDC flashlight and F5 power bank camping light.
• JackeryminorOthersPortable power station manufacturer providing battery/power solutions for camping and outdoor adventures.
• BlackcombminorOthersBrand offering portable fridge/freezer accessories including slide mounts and protective covers for overlanding applications.
• MonterraminorOthersAir shelter manufacturer offering Cubex 2.8 and related accessories including inner liners, groundsheets, and TPU windows.
• Front RunnerminorOthersOverlanding and expedition equipment brand offering vehicle mounting solutions and accessories.
• BigantminorOthersKorean brand producing folding crates and storage solutions designed for outdoor and camping use.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bigtentoutdoors
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bigtent-outdoor-equipment-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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