Big Agnes Outdoor Gear

Big Agnes is a premier outdoor equipment brand founded in 2001 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The company was established by Bill Gamber, who sought to innovate the outdoor sleeping experience by developing a 'sleep system' where sleeping bags and pads integrate to prevent sliding. The brand is named after the 'Big Agnes' peak in the Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area near its headquarters.

As of 2026, Big Agnes remains an independently owned company, primarily controlled by its original founders and leadership group, including Bill Gamber, Rich Hager, and Len Zanni. While the brand's design, research, and development activities are deeply rooted in Colorado's Rocky Mountains to ensure authentic gear testing, manufacturing is handled through a global supply chain. Production largely takes place in specialized outdoor equipment factories across Asia, though the company maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing across its multiple manufacturing locations.