The Optimal Outdoors team is comprised of seasoned outdoorsmen with extensive backgrounds in hunting, fishing, military service, and extreme outdoor sports. Throughout our experiences, we identified significant deficiencies in the gear available to us. Often, the only solutions were expensive products made overseas by American companies. In response, we dedicated ourselves to designing superior gear domestically, prioritizing effectiveness, comfort, durability, and functionality to compete with leading sports and outdoor brands.

Our product development process is rigorous and comprehensive. We conduct extensive research and development cycles, testing our designs alongside reputable brands. By subjecting these products to exhaustive evaluations and refinements, we ensure that our customers receive what we believe to be the optimal product. This meticulous approach guarantees high performance and reliability in every item we offer.

Our founder, Peyton, is a Navy veteran who encountered challenging conditions while bow hunting the Waianae mountain range during his service in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The gear available to him at the time was inadequate, and the effective products he found were expensive imports. This sparked Peyton's interest in product development, leading him to collaborate with American manufacturers to design hunting gear that addressed these issues. Through trial and error, Peyton developed a passion for creating superior gear and established connections with experts who now form Optimal Outdoors.

Camouflage patterns are a critical component of our product line, designed by our graphic designer, Chris. Chris has dedicated years to studying the science of camouflage and has perfected his craft, ensuring that our products remain virtually invisible in various environments. His keen eye for nature significantly enhances the effectiveness and appeal of our gear.

Leslie, is a highly skilled seamstress, bringing over 30 years of experience in the clothing and textile industry. Her extensive knowledge of fabric and attention to detail ensure the excellence of our products. Leslie’s craftsmanship guarantees that every item meets the highest standards of quality and durability.

Our expert outdoorsmen, Kevin, Scott, Brad, and Logan, have vast experience in hunting and fishing across the United States. Their understanding of regional conditions and animal behaviors drive the design and functional aspect of our gear. Their expertise forms the backbone of our company, ensuring that our products are tailored to meet the demands of diverse outdoor activities.

Andrew, our winter sports enthusiast, has a lifetime of experience in winter sports across New Mexico, Colorado, and California. His insights are directly embedded into our competition line and winter gear, ensuring that our products excel in the harshest winter conditions. Andrew's knowledge and expertise are integral to the performance and reliability of our winter sports equipment.

The name Optimal Outdoors reflects our broader vision for the company. Our goal is to extend beyond hunting products, and encompass all outdoor activities while driving the return of U.S. manufacturing to these markets. "Made in the USA" is a badge of high standards, and shows our commitment to American workers. We strive to deliver this quality at fair and competitive prices. Our initial product line showcases our dedication and hard work. Funds from sales are reinvested into our research and development. This allows us to introduce new products, improve existing ones, and expand into other markets, continually delivering American quality.

Ten percent of all profits go to Mighty Oaks Foundation, PTSD Foundation of America, and other charity works that our members are involved in.

Thank you for your support,

The Optimal Outdoors Team