Wave Products is a Salt Lake City-based heritage brand, founded in 1979 by a trio of outdoor lovers. Steve Brings, Cal Demler, and Clarke Shaw set out to build indestructible bags for their adventurous lifestyles, aiming to bring a newfound durability to the market. Since then, Wave Products has created gear for skiers, travelers, and hikers (Wave was one of the first to produce internal-frame backpacks). They re-invented fishing bags for anglers, and even crafted bags for dogs (Puppy Paniers). In 1986, Wave packs were used in the American expedition of Mt. Everest. Wave also specializes in the design and production of fully custom bags, and has collaborated with companies like L.L. Bean, Alta and Brighton Ski Patrols, and NOLS.

In the spring of 2021, Pit Viper co-founders and former professional skiers, Chris Garcin and Chuck Mumford, acquired Wave Products. Pit Viper, a sunglass, accessory, and apparel company also based out of Salt Lake City, was founded by the duo in 2012.

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