What Raide does

Raide is a Carbondale, Colorado-based designer and direct-to-consumer seller of premium equipment and apparel for human-powered mountain movement, founded in 2023 by Kyle Siegel — a founder whose prior experience includes mechanical engineering at SpaceX and a role on The North Face's Performance Outerwear team. The company serves trail and ultra runners, ski mountaineers, backcountry skiers, and mountain professionals through two product systems: the TrailTech System (running belts, the LF 5L vest, tees, shorts, and an ultralight shell) and the TourTech System (EX 55L, LF 30L/40L, SB 30L/40L packs plus shell jackets, bibs, and accessories). Technical differentiation rests on proprietary fabrics and structures, including the TourShell-01 3L waterproof-breathable membrane with UHMWPE ripstop, Challenge Ultra 200TX-based ski pack chassis, 100% Dyneema mesh running-vest base, a molded composite back panel, and a patent-pending internal cord tension system that eliminates bounce on belts and vests.

The catalog is manufactured in Vietnam and Indonesia at facilities shared with Osprey, The North Face, Nathan, ON Running, and Lululemon, and is sold through raideresearch.com plus 100+ specialty outdoor retailers globally: 60+ in the US (including Backcountry.com, Bentgate Mountaineering, Neptune Mountaineering), 50+ across Europe (Switzerland, France, Norway, Germany, Sweden, Netherlands, Slovakia, UK), and 10+ in Asia-Pacific (South Korea, China, Australia, New Zealand). Unit pricing spans $119–$219 for running belts and vests, $39–$599 for apparel, and $399–$899 for ski/snowboard packs; running products bundle HydraPak locking-cap flasks with Katadyn BeFree filter compatibility. A 5-year warranty covers all products.

Revenue comes entirely from one-time product sales through the DTC site and specialty wholesale; there are no subscriptions, licensing, or recurring streams. Marketing is anchored by a 24-athlete ambassador team (including Olympic marathoner Des Linden and ultra-running figure Anton Krupicka), organic social on Instagram/TikTok/YouTube under @raide.research, a Slack community, an email newsletter with 5% off and early-access offers, and a pro-deal program for mountain professionals, first responders, active-duty military, and volunteer SAR members. Raide is privately held, founder-led, and bootstrapped — no venture capital funding, parent entity, M&A activity, or leadership transitions have been disclosed.

Name

Raide

Legal name

Raide

Website

https://raideresearch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Raide designs and sells premium equipment and apparel for human-powered mountain travel, serving trail runners, ski mountaineers, and backcountry skiers through two proprietary systems: TrailTech (running) and TourTech (ski/snowboard), distributed DTC and via 100+ specialty retailers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Equipment and Apparel

NAICS

Sporting Goods Retailers (45911)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Backpacks, Bags & Load-Carriage Retail (CRAMAMAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Backpacking & Trekking Gear Retail (CRAMAAAA), Outdoor Travel Gear (Duffels, Packs, Dry Bags) Retail (CRAMAAAI)

Keywords

• Outdoor apparel and equipment
• Trail running gear
• Backcountry ski packs
• Ultralight mountain apparel
• Hydration vests and belts

Headquarters

HQ city

Carbondale

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Raide generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of premium outdoor equipment and apparel via their e-commerce website. Products include ski/snowboard packs, running vests and belts, trail and snow apparel, and accessories. They sell through both direct online sales and a network of specialty outdoor retailers globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Raide designs, manufactures, and sells premium lightweight outdoor equipment and apparel for human-powered mountain travel. Its TrailTech System covers trail and ultra running (vests, belts, soft flasks, shorts, ultra-light shells, women's integrated bra/tank, running tees), and its TourTech System covers backcountry skiing and snowboarding (30L–55L packs with modular ski/board/avalanche-tool carry, waterproof-breathable shell jackets and bibs). Products are sold direct-to-consumer via raideresearch.com and through a global network of 100+ specialty outdoor retailers.

Product overview

Raide makes premium equipment and apparel for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains, primarily serving trail runners and backcountry skiers. The product portfolio is organized into two distinct systems: the TrailTech System and the TourTech System. The TrailTech System is a suite of running gear including LF 2L and UL 1L running belts, the LF 5L running vest, the Men's and Women's TrailTech Shorts, RaceTech Tee, Thermal Dispersion Tee, Cargo Tank, and TrailTech UL Shell Anorak — all designed to work together so runners can carry nutrition, hydration, and layers without a vest. The TourTech System covers backcountry ski equipment including LF 30L and LF 40L packs, EX 55L expedition pack, SB 30L and SB 40L snowboard packs, TourTech Shell Jackets (men's and women's), TourTech Bibs, and a broader apparel and accessories lineup. Additionally, Raide sells a Life Apparel collection (Reflective Tee, Heavyweight Reflective Tee, Hoodie) for lifestyle use. All products share a design philosophy prioritizing the combination of style, weight, durability, and functionality over any single variable like being the lightest.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LF 5L Running Vest Raide's first running vest featuring a tension-based bounce elimination system, integrated pole quiver, ice tool carry, and capacity for up to 3L of hydration across front and rear flask pockets; built on a 100% Dyneema mesh base with DotAir body fabric and ships with two 600mL HydraPak flasks. Targeted at trail and ultra-distance runners. Priced at $219.
• UL 1L Running Belt Lightweight running belt for shorter sessions, featuring an internal cord suspension system that eliminates bounce, a 2mm foam back structure with 4 flexible plastic stays, and 7 pockets total; includes a 500mL HydraPak locking cap flask. Patent pending. Priced at $119.
• Women's LF 2L Running Belt The first women's-specific running belt from Raide, featuring an increased taper for diverse body types, a fully opening slider-and-internal-strap mechanism for wrapping the belt around the waist, and a 650mL HydraPak flask. Built with 70d stretch woven fabric with UHMWPE ripstop for cut resistance. Priced at $149.
• LF 2L Running Belt Running belt with a no-bounce suspension system, carrying capacity for up to 1.2L of water via a 650mL HydraPak flask, and pole/ice axe carry. Built with 70d stretch woven fabric with UHMWPE ripstop reinforcement. Priced at $149.
• Women's TrailTech Cargo Tank Integrated bra and carry solution for women combining an unpadded supportive bra with 5 bounce-free storage pockets capable of holding up to 900mL of water, a phone, rain shell, and nutrition; two layers of stretch woven fabric provide support for bounce-free carry. Eliminates the need for a separate vest on mid-distance runs. Priced at $129.
• Men's RaceTech Tee Ultra-packable featherweight running tee at 63gsm with an integrated stow pocket that doubles as an ice pocket for cooling on hot days; UPF 50 sun protection, pit vents, and Merrow stitch seams for low-profile comfort under a pack or belt. Priced at $149.
• Women's RaceTech Tee Women's version of the RaceTech Tee — ultra-packable featherweight running tee with integrated stow/ice pocket, UPF 50 sun protection, and pit vents; same construction as the men's version, adapted for women's fit. Priced at $149.
• Men's Thermal Dispersion Tee Body-mapped thermal dispersion running tee with laser-cut perforations concentrated at the highest heat zones (center back). 115gsm 85% PA micro, 15% elastane Italian knit fabric with four-way stretch and fast-dry construction. Priced at $119.
• Women's Thermal Dispersion Tee Women's version of the body-mapped thermal dispersion tee with laser-cut perforations at highest heat zones; 115gsm Italian knit fabric with four-way stretch and cool-to-touch performance.
• Men's TrailTech UL Shell Anorak The lightest 3-layer waterproof-breathable shell available at 45gsm/128g. PFAS-free DWR, 20k/20k waterproof-breathable rating via a 5-micron PU membrane from Japan. Features cape mode, laser-perf venting, belt attachment integration, and packs into its own pocket. Priced at $349.
• Women's TrailTech UL Shell Anorak Women's version of the TrailTech UL Shell Anorak — the lightest 3-layer shell at 45gsm with belt attachment integration, cape mode, and packable design that fits in a running belt.
• Men's TrailTech Short Trail short designed to perfectly integrate with Raide running belts, featuring a seamless, flat, laser-cut perforated belt interface to maximize comfort and minimize bounce; part of the TrailTech System for distributed carrying capacity. Priced at $169.
• Men's RaceTech Tank Men's running tank top in the RaceTech line, designed for hot weather running with ultra-packable, highly ventilated construction matching the RaceTech tee technology.
• LF 30L Backcountry Ski Pack Backcountry ski pack balancing weight, features, comfort, and durability at 30L (expandable to 38L). Features avalanche tool access without removing the pack, back panel access, modular ski/board carry (A-frame, diagonal, skimo, vertical snowboard), integrated helmet carry, and ice tool carry with enclosed picks. Uses Challenge Ultra 200TX UHMWPE fabric. Priced at $399.
• LF 40L Backcountry Ski Pack Backcountry ski pack at 40L (expandable to 55L) with stowable waterproof rolltop, Challenge Ultra 200TX UHMWPE fabric, avalanche tool pockets, back panel access, multiple ski carry modes, and integrated helmet carry. Priced at $459.
• EX 55L Expedition Pack The largest expedition-grade pack in Raide's lineup, designed for extended backcountry objectives and hut trips; part of the TourTech System with features adapted from the LF series for longer expeditions. Priced at $549.
• SB 40L Snowboard Pack Snowboard-specific 40L pack in the LF series lineup, designed for backcountry snowboarding with tool access and carrying systems adapted from the LF pack line. Priced at $899 (on sale).
• SB 30L Snowboard Pack Smaller snowboard-specific 30L pack in the LF series, designed for backcountry snowboarding with features adapted from the LF pack line. Priced at $879 (on sale).
• Men's TourTech Shell Jacket Men's ski touring shell built with Raide's proprietary TourShell-01 3L fabric: 30,000mm/30,000g waterproof-breathable hydrophobic polypropylene membrane with hidden UHMWPE ripstop. Weighs 358g in size small, packs into its own chest pocket or hood, features symmetrical beacon chest pockets and pass-through pockets. Priced at $599.
• Women's TourTech Shell Jacket Women's ski touring shell built with Raide's proprietary TourShell-01 3L fabric: 30,000mm/30,000g waterproof-breathable hydrophobic polypropylene membrane with hidden UHMWPE ripstop; women's-specific fit and patterning. Priced at $599.
• Men's TourTech Bib Softshell ski bib for backcountry skiing, built for an alpine-inspired fit with body-mapped construction; available in men's specific sizing with colorways designed to match the TourTech Shell line. Priced at $449.
• Women's TourTech Bib Women's softshell ski bib for backcountry skiing with body-mapped construction and women's-specific fit.
• 650mL Locking Cap Flask 650mL HydraPak soft flask with locking cap (prevents leakage under pressure) designed as the hydration sweet spot for Raide's running belts; compatible with Katadyn BeFree and HydraPak filter tops. Part of the TrailTech System. Priced at $29.
• 500mL Locking Cap Flask 500mL HydraPak soft flask with locking cap, designed for use with Raide running belts; compatible with Katadyn BeFree and HydraPak filter tops. Part of the TrailTech System.
• 360mL Locking Cap Flask 360mL HydraPak soft flask with locking cap, sized to fit perfectly in the front of the LF 2L running belt. Part of the TrailTech System. Priced at $25.
• 600mL Flask 600mL HydraPak flask designed for use with the LF 5L running vest and other Raide products; larger capacity option for longer runs.
• 42mm Filter Cap 42mm filter cap accessory enabling the use of water filters with Raide flasks; integrates with the TrailTech flask system for filtered water on the go. Priced at $40.
• FAR Clamshell Hard-shell accessory case (clamshell design) for protecting small gear; sold as a standalone accessory in the snow lineup. Priced at $89.
• Flask Holster Simple holster for carrying a hydration flask on a pack or belt; part of the snow accessories lineup. Priced at $39.
• ZGTP Forward Lean Mod Accessory mod for ski bindings enabling forward lean adjustment; sold as a standalone snow accessory. Priced at $99.
• Reflective Tee Lifestyle-oriented reflective running tee in the Life Apparel collection, designed with reflective elements for visibility in low-light conditions. Priced at $49.
• Heavyweight Reflective Tee Heavier-weight version of the reflective tee in the Life Apparel collection, offering increased warmth and visibility for low-light running or lifestyle wear.
• Raide Heavyweight Hoodie Heavyweight hoodie in the Life Apparel collection, designed as lifestyle apparel with reflective branding for visibility.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% Dyneema mesh base is the lightest and most breathable vest base available on the market
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HydraPakcoreTechnology or IntegrationRaide partners with HydraPak for flask components. The LF 5L comes with two 600mL HydraPak locking flasks. The UL 1L comes with a 500mL HydraPak locking cap flask. The LF 2L and Women's LF 2L include 650mL HydraPak flasks with locking caps.
• Toray IndustriescoreTechnology or IntegrationThe UL 1L Running Belt uses Toray dot air fabric (70d stretch woven, 125 gsm, 83% nylon, 17% elastane with wicking finish) for durability and breathability.
• Osprey, The North Face, Nathan, ON Running, LululemoncoreTechnology or IntegrationThe UL 1L Running Belt is made in Vietnam at the same factory as Osprey, The North Face, Nathan, ON Running, and Lululemon, indicating shared manufacturing partnerships for quality assurance.
• Ducks UnlimitedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGunner Kennels has a partnership with Ducks Unlimited (mentioned in news about outdoor gear releases), indicating potential shared customer base in the hunting/outdoor community.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Mammut: Swiss mountain sports brand offering packs, apparel, and ski touring gear; competes with Raide in the European specialty retail channel and in the ski mountaineering/backcountry pack category.
• Patagonia: Premium outdoor apparel and packs brand with overlapping backcountry ski and trail running apparel; competes with Raide on environmental positioning and at the premium price tier across shells, bibs, and lifestyle apparel.
• Arc'teryx: Premium outdoor apparel and packs brand (Amer Sports) overlapping Raide's TourTech shells, bibs, and ski-touring packs at the high end of the price tier with substantially broader distribution and brand equity.
• Salomon: Broad outdoor brand with deep trail running (S/Lab vest series) and ski touring (MTN, X-Alp) product lines, competing with Raide across both core categories as part of a much larger portfolio backed by Amer Sports.
• The North Face: Major outdoor brand (VF Corp) competing across both trail and snow; notably the former employer of Raide founder Kyle Siegel and a direct competitor in ski touring shells, packs, and trail apparel.

Direct peers

• Ultimate Direction: Leading brand in running hydration vests and belts (e.g., Ultra Vest series). The most direct competitor to Raide's LF 5L and UL 1L belts in trail and ultra running hydration, with overlapping athlete-driven GTM.
• Nathan Sports: Direct competitor in running hydration products — vests, belts, handhelds, and flasks — sharing the same HydraPak flask ecosystem and competing head-to-head in specialty running retail.
• Hyperlite Mountain Gear: Ultralight outdoor brand using Dyneema constructions across packs and shelters with similar premium pricing and direct-to-consumer-plus-specialty-retail model; the closest comparable in materials science and positioning.
• Black Diamond Equipment: Direct competitor in ski mountaineering packs, apparel, and technical gear; competes with Raide's TourTech system (LF packs, TourTech shells/bibs) among backcountry skiers and guides.
• Osprey Packs: Leading pack manufacturer sharing the same Vietnam factory as Raide and directly competing in backcountry and trail running packs; comparable product architecture across hydration vests and ski touring packs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCxaY9SkbjslmDOWtjhsvv7w
• Instagraminstagram.com/raide.research
• TikToktiktok.com/@raide.research

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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