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FIELD TEST: Arctic 600

Tag along with Ryan Field as he puts our Arctic 600 boots to the test in Swizterland.

Full of endless valleys, bitter temperatures, icy trails and snow covered peaks, Switzerland is the perfect testing ground for our waterproof and insulated weatherized collection.

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PostedJanuary 14, 2020
AuthorSarah Whaley
TagsField Test, Contributors, New Product

2019 Danner x Cynthia Rowley Collaboration

Function meets fashion in our Danner x Cynthia Rowley collaboration.

For Fall '19, we've teamed up with the New York-based lifestyle brand, Cynthia Rowley. Cynthia Rowley is known for their signature pretty-meets-sporty apparel and belief that fashion should be an adventure.

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PostedNovember 26, 2019
AuthorSarah Whaley
TagsNew Product

Interview: Aaron Draplin of Draplin Design Co.

We get into Aaron’s head to learn more about his design process.

If you know anything about the design world, you’ve heard the name Aaron Draplin. And if you’re lucky enough to live in Portland, you’ve probably encountered one of his pop-ups at the Night Market or around town. Known for his bold aesthetic and personality to match, Aaron lives here in Portland and we were lucky enough to have him on board to design some accessories for our latest Danner x Timbers release.

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PostedSeptember 2, 2019
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Contributors, Pacific Northwest

Patagonia Built By Danner

It all started with the idea of creating the best fly fishing boot made in the United States…

Combining our proud tradition of quality and craftsmanship with Patagonia’s expertise in fly fishing and innovation, we got to work designing the Foot Tractor and River Salt wading boots.

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PostedApril 2, 2019
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product

2018 Topo Designs x Danner Collaboration

Building upon a successful partnership with Topo Designs, we’re excited to announce our latest boot and pack collaboration featuring a new Mountain Light boot and Daypack. Pairing materials like Horween® leather, 12oz cotton canvas and  flecked paracord, this collection infuses technical features and traditional styles.

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PostedMarch 6, 2018
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Hike

Kimberly Wesson of 1.61

Named after the Golden Ratio, 1.61 is a unisex and utilitarian clothing line developed by Kimberly Wesson and Aimee Cho. The collection is focused on proportion and fit to achieve a timeless look that appears effortless and understated.

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PostedDecember 19, 2017
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsContributors, New Product, Work

Stephen Kenny of A Two Pipe Problem

STEPHEN KENNY runs A Two Pipe Problem Letterpress in Leyton, East London. Established in 2007, A Two Pipe Problem designs and prints everything by hand using moveable wood and metal type.

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PostedDecember 8, 2017
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsContributors, New Product, Work

Brit Kleinman of AVO

BRIT KLEINMAN is the founder of New York-based design studio, AVO, which specializes in hand-dyed cowhide rugs, pillows, furnishings and wall coverings. Originally from Los Angeles, Kleinman comes from an artistic family: "My mom is a textile artist, my sisters are artists, it was just part of my upbringing."

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PostedNovember 24, 2017
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Contributors

Ben Erickson of Erickson Aesthetics

BEN ERICKSON - furniture designer and founder of Erickson Aesthetics - has always been outdoorsy. "I grew up going to the woods, going to the country," says Erickson. "As a teenager, my friends and I would just out to the Delaware Water Gap and go hiking or rock climbing."

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PostedNovember 13, 2017
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Contributors, Work

Voted Gear of the Year 2016

After 12 months of testing, Men’s Journal magazine revealed its new favorite products in tech, tools and toys. Here’s what it had to say about our Mountain 600 hiking boot:

On trails from Texas to Thailand, we've put thousands of miles on Danner's classic Mountain Lights — but now we have a new favorite in the Portland, Oregon bootmaker's retinue: the Mountain 600.
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PostedNovember 28, 2016
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Hike

Danner Snow Pack

For Fall/Winter 2016, we’re introducing two new mountain-inspired collaborations. The first collaboration is in partnership with Burton Snowboards - a company that has served a pivotal role in growing snowboarding from a backyard hobby to a word-class sport by creating groundbreaking products, supporting the world’s best riders and pushing more resorts to allow snowboarding. In addition, we also partnered with Danny Davis, Burton and Mountain Dew-sponsored professional snowboarder, Olympian and visionary of style.

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PostedNovember 1, 2016
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Hike

Danner x New Balance "American Pioneer Project"

We’ve joined forces with Boston-based New Balance for the Danner x New Balance “American Pioneer Project,” which includes the New Balance MiUSA 585 and Danner Light Pioneer boot. The collection is a celebration of two authentic American brands, on opposing coasts, creating two premium, domestically manufactured models that represent the spirit of American craftsmanship, heritage and quality. 

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PostedOctober 5, 2016
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Hike
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Danner x Iron & Resin

There are few better ways to forge relationships than to share the experience of adventure. Whether it’s hiking through the mountains, driving cross country or riding up the Pacific coast on a motorcycle, seeking the unknown is what pushes us forward. This ideal sparked our first collaboration with Ventura-based Iron & Resin. Our shared commitment to quality has long been admired by those searching for authentic outdoor thrills.

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PostedApril 29, 2016
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product

Introducing the Spring 15 Stumptown Collection

We all dream of adventure. An escape from our daily routine. An exploration that offers new perspective. 

Many think that adventure leads you to the top of a mountain or opposite ends of the world. But grasping to that, often unattainable, mentality is going to lead you no further than your computer screen, where you stare with jealousy at those that get outside and get after it.

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PostedApril 3, 2015
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Stumptown

Tanner Goods x Danner Light Sherman

The Danner Light Sherman is our most recent collaboration with our long-time friends, Tanner Goods. Combining unmatched comfort and Oregon craftsmanship, the Sherman boot is our most versatile boot to date, and fits exquisitely well with any lifestyle, in any environment, day in and day out.  

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PostedFebruary 26, 2015
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsPacific Northwest, New Product

Danner x Uncrate Mountain Light

For the last 30 years, our Mountain Light boot has been believed by many to be the greatest backpacking boot of all time. As a trip to Iceland loomed for the first issue of Uncrate Quarterly, our friends at Uncrate teamed up with us to design a pair they’d want to wear all winter long, no matter where their travels took them. 

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PostedJanuary 30, 2015
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Photography, Hike

Featured in the film, WILD

The women's Mountain Light Cascade is featured in the Fox Searchlight Pictures release, WILD, based on the New York Times best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed. The film, which follows Strayed's journey on the Pacific Crest Trail, will be released in select theaters on December 5, 2014.

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PostedDecember 5, 2014
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsHike, New Product

Stumptown Fall/Winter 2014 Lookbook

To introduce this season's Stumptown Collection, we head back outside with See See Motorcycles, catching misty mountaintop views from the PCT and defying gravity over the dusty Oregon dunes. With a retrofit two- wheel drive Rokon in tow, we easily made it Miles from Nowhere.

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PostedNovember 3, 2014
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsStumptown, New Product, Pacific Northwest, Lookbook

Hunt Further. Hunt Faster

This fall, we introduced the Danner High Ground, a family of men’s and women’s lightweight big game hunting boots. The athletic design, combined with key elements that lighten the boot and increase functionality, ensure you are quick on your feet no matter the hunting terrain.

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PostedOctober 6, 2014
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, Hunt

Mountain Light wings+horns

We’ve teamed up with our friends from wings+horns to develop a limited edition version of our iconic Mountain light. Vancouver, BC based wings+horns is a brand that has been combining classic designs with innovative fabrics since 2004. They share our same love for the Pacific Northwest and quality manufacturing.  

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PostedSeptember 25, 2014
Authorcourtney wilson
TagsNew Product, wings+horns
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