In the field, on the repair, and always ready.
Every repair helps your gear go further, keeps it out of the landfill, and lightens your impact on the places you love. Our ambassadors live this mentality — they find simple ways to extend the life of the gear they rely on and share what they've learned along the way. It's not just maintenance. It's a mindset.
Fall/Winter 2025 Applications Now Open
We’re searching for outdoor voices who live the repair-it-yourself mindset. As a GEAR AID Ambassador, you’ll test products, share stories, and inspire others to keep their gear, and adventures, lasting longer.
Apply HereLearn more about the people putting our products to the test in real conditions and helping others do the same.
Amanda B.
British Columbia, @amand.be
"Care means doing your best to maintain your gear in a functioning state so that it doesn't need to be repaired. Repair means fixing something so that it can continue being used instead of purchasing something new."
Fernanda J.
Washington, @feerjardim
"Outdoor activities can be pricey, and lack of access to gear adds another barrier. Taking care of our gear properly will help the gear last longer, which helps the environment."
Molly M.
Utah, @musing.molly
"Here is my hot take: If you are a self professed gear head/gear nerd/gear lover then that absolutely needs to include gear care and repair. Gear does not last forever, but it can last a way longer time with a little love and care."
Ryan E.
Washington, @nwcanyoning
"I'm legit saving money while learning a skill. I love helping others learn to do the same [with their gear]."
Martha H.
Utah, @shotwellhowe
"Gear Care and Repair means giving your gear the longest life it can, and the longest life it deserves. Our gear holds so many memories, so taking care to repair and hold onto the gear that we love for longer is better for the planet, your wallet, and your morals."
Featured Ambassador Blog Post
Our first packrafting trip was supposed to be straightforward: hike a half mile down a steep gulch, the map even said it was a trail, then put in to Lake Powell and float 6 miles into the Escalante...