Therm-a-Rest

Cascade Designs, Inc. is an American company specializing in outdoor recreation products, including Therm-a-Rest sleeping pads. The company was founded in 1972 by two former Boeing engineers, Jim Lea and John Burroughs, who were avid backpackers. Cascade Designs is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and operates manufacturing facilities in Seattle, Washington, and Cork, Ireland. The company is known for its commitment to quality and innovation in outdoor gear, with a focus on providing high-quality, durable products for outdoor enthusiasts. Cascade Designs owns several other outdoor brands, including Mountain Safety Research (MSR), Platypus, SealLine, and PackTowl.