Pangoo Apparel

Meet emerging brands at REI Path Ahead Ventures Founders Market at The Outside Festival and Big Gear Show!?(2-part post) ? REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures is excited to bring together founders to showcase emerging brands bringing the latest innovations in the outdoor industry. This year,17 companies will be featured at Founders Markets at both the Outside Festival and The Big Gear Show. In this engaging, marketplace setting founders will be sharing their stories, connecting with customers, and networking. Path Ahead Ventures is an impact-driven organization and investment fund providing a full spectrum of support to founders of color building businesses in the outdoor industry. Whether you’re a seasoned industry professional or just curious to learn more, come connect with the founders of these outdoor brands in the Path Ahead Ventures network!? Founders Market at The Big Gear Show will feature: ? Apparel? Hootie Hoo believes some of the most important life lessons are learned outside. We provide high-quality technical apparel for children to Outplay The Elements.? Leimert Mountaineering Leimert Mountaineering Elevating culture to new peaks through performance outdoor apparel.?? Pangoo Apparel outdoor apparel that supports bodies with curves in motion and highlights women of color in the outdoors.? Urban Native Era has empowered people through creating timeless designs that increase Indigenous visibility in their communities and around the world.? ? Technology, Apps & Experiences? Hightag gives mountain bikers, skiers, and other athletes the power to capture footage of themselves while they ride More in PART II! ?

It's finally happening!! Friends, I'm SO excited to invite you to join us in celebrating the launch of our Kickstarter campaign with a bang ?? We’re teaming up with our home gym Dyno Detroit to host our first ever Pangoo x Dyno Party next Tuesday 4-30-24 from 4-8PM! There will be exclusive Pangoo merch, games, groovy tunes, and food, goodies, and kittens from our favorite local women + poc owned businesses. As a special treat, we've teamed up with Dyno to offer a 50% off day pass for all party attendees— simply mention "Pangoo Party" at the front desk to redeem! So whether you're a seasoned climber or curious to try climbing for the first time, bring a friend (or a dozen) and join us for an unforgettable evening of good vibes and community. See you there!?? Featured businesses & artists: ?? Chifanle (Angela Chi 迟安琪): Chinese food-making experiences & pop-ups. ? Faust Haus Roasting Co: Artisan coffee roastery blending tradition with innovation. ?? This Little Candle Co: Human & environment friendly hand poured candles. ?? Honeydew Moon Studios: Whimsical handmade ceramic wares. ?? T'chai IV: Handcrafted small batch chai concentrate. ?? Colony Cat Club: Grassroots Detroit cat rescue. ?? Problematic Black Hottie: DJ & visual artist centering dance beats from the African diaspora. #kickstarter #kickstarterlaunch #detroit #climbing #detroitevents #detroitbusiness #michiganbusiness #womenownedbusiness #pocownedbusiness #communitycelebration