WHY STEELY ZIPS

Born on the cold trout waters around Ketchum, Idaho and tested on the rugged peaks of Sun Valley's Bald Mountain, Steely Zips started because Idaho native and veteran guide Riley Berman was flat-out tired of ending his workdays soaked, shivering, and let down by standard gear. Cotton hoodies turned into heavy, wet sponges. High-end technical shells felt stiff and choked with useless features.

So, he built a tool for the job. The result was The Mule—a powerhouse hoodie tough enough for brutal Rocky Mountain weather, comfortable enough for 14-hour days, and built specifically for the people who live, work, and play in the mountains.

WE DO APPAREL DIFFERENTLY. ON PURPOSE. 

After years in the backcountry, Riley saw firsthand how the outdoor industry had drifted. Big brands chase "new features" no one actually needs just to force you into buying next year’s model. More noise, more waste, less actual function.

We don’t play that game. We don't do planned obsolescence or meaningless annual redesigns. We build our gear the slow way—one hyper-engineered piece at a time, shaped by real-world abuse. We strip away the gimmicks and focus entirely on what keeps you outside longer: unmatched strength, effortless versatility, and fabrics that work as hard as you do.

We only upgrade a product when we’ve actually made it better—not because a corporate calendar says it's time. It’s time for outdoor gear to get back to what matters.

BUILT FOR THE DAYS YOU LIVE FOR.

We make gear for people who would rather be outside than anywhere else. The early mornings on the river. The first chair on a powder day. The long days that turn into the best stories.

Born in Idaho and built around the way we actually live outside, Steely Zips is about dependable gear, thoughtful design, and materials that earn their keep. No chasing trends. No unnecessary bells and whistles. Just functional, comfortable gear made to work as hard as you do.

We believe good gear should make your time outside better, last through the seasons, and become the stuff you reach for without thinking twice.

We build it for the outdoors. You put it to work.

THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN GRID FLEECE

LESS BULK. MORE COMFORT. ALL-DAY VERSATILITY.

Cold mornings, changing weather, long days on the mountain or river — the Rocky Mountain Grid Fleece is built to keep up. Its technical grid fabric delivers lightweight warmth while allowing excess heat and moisture to escape, so you stay comfortable when the pace picks up.

The design gives you the freedom to move, the breathability you need when working hard, and the versatility to wear it on its own or layer it under your favorite jacket. From first chair to last light, it's a go-to piece for fishing, skiing, hiking, and everything in between.

Warm when you need it. Breathable when you don't. Ready when you are.

THE MULE

YOUR GO-TO WHEN THE WEATHER DOESN'T COOPERATE.

Windy ridgelines, cold boat rides, frosty trailheads — that's where The Mule earns its name. Built with a weather-resistant outer fabric and a comfortable, warm interior, it's made for days when an ordinary hoodie just doesn't cut it.

The Mule combines protection from the elements with breathability and freedom of movement, making it a dependable layer for fishing, skiing, working outside, and everyday adventures. It's practical, comfortable, and built to take a beating without getting in your way.

No fuss. No quit. Just a damn good piece of gear.

OUR PROMISE

We're an independent Idaho brand, and we stand behind what we make. We focus on quality materials, purposeful design, and gear you can count on — not disposable fashion or features you don't need.

And if you don't love it, you get your money back. Simple as that.

Steely Zips. Mountain-built gear that works as hard as you do.