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Sporting Goods ManufacturingOregon, United States201-500 Employees
DAKINE is a sporting goods manufacturer with roots on Maui dating to 1979, when Rob Kaplan began making surf leashes to help friends ride bigger waves. The company expanded to gear for surfing, snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, wind and kite, and travel, and relocated to Hood River, Oregon in 1986. Its rider-driven approach relies on testing, feedback, and iterative improvement, which has produced items like the Heli Pack and Party Bucket. Based in Hood River, Oregon, DAKINE serves athletes across multiple outdoor sports with gear designed for performance and practicality informed by rider input. A 2024 development includes a partnership with Gore-Tex to bring gloves to the snowboarding community and support local communities in need.