In 2021, we thru-hiked the 3,100 mile Continental Divide Trail and quickly realized the transformative value of ultralight backcountry gear. While we could easily find ultralight components for nearly all of our backpacking kits, we weren't happy with the ultralight selection for fishing gear.

 

After wrapping up the CDT, Colter Backcountry was born. Our premium gear is made as minimal as possible with some of the lightest and strongest materials on the planet.

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Colter Backcountry was founded to outfit those who love wilderness and solitude. For those who prefer to go through the mountains, not around them. Colter gear is for the true backcountry angler.

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Patrick Bauman & Daniel Bauman