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Outdoor Research (OR), has their roots in making the highest quality outdoor accessories, but in recent years OR has brought this expertise to a full line of outdoor apparel as well. OR designs and manufactures “functional solutions for human powered adventure,” marketing products such as gloves and mitts, gaiters, technical apparel, storage systems, headwear, and other accessories used in outdoor adventure pursuits. Outdoor Research, whose products bear the “OR” logo, is regarded as a technical outfitter, renowned for producing high-performance equipment. The company designs gear for both men and women.

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Best known for the Seattle Sombrero and the [Crocodile] gaiters, OR has created many industry classics in other categories, including storage systems, shelters, apparel and in 2005 became the North American distributor of the Swiss brand EXPED, maker of the highest quality Mats, Sleeping bags and Tents. Outdoor Research remains true to function and performance and are a valued partner of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance. Read more about Outdoor Research Products below.

Company Perspectives:
Our goal at Outdoor Research is to provide functional solutions for human powered adventure. We are a passionate group of outdoor enthusiasts committed to being an inclusive brand dedicated to the idea that our products must be Designed By Adventure, just like the people who use them.

Key Dates:

* 1981: Outdoor Research is founded.
* 1986: Outdoor Research is ranked as one of the eight fastest-growing private companies in Washington state.
* 1998: The first Outdoor Research retail store is opened, concurrent with the debut of a line of women’s apparel.
* 2003: Dan Nordstrom purchases Outdoor Research, becoming its president and chief executive officer.
* 2008: Apparel becomes the largest product category in OR’s offering

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Here is a resource List of Highlights for Outdoor Research

Outdoor Research Launches Consumer Content Website: VertiCulture

Outdoor Research Sponsored Trip to Grand Canyon Part 1

Outdoor Research Aria Vest in Ski Magazine- December 2008

Outdoor Research & Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Make Donation to Access Fund

Outdoor Research Collaborates with City of Seattle on Bike Safety

Outdoor Research Unveils Radically Redesigned Storage Packaging

Outdoor Research/Exped DownMat Review

Outdoor Research Sombriolet Sun Hat in Travel Weekly Newspaper

Outdoor Research Avidio Jacket- Outside Buyer’s Guide Summer 2008