Why Arrowhead Equipment

“Quality is never an accident. It is always the result of intelligent effort.”

— John Ruskin

🔥 Why Buy from Arrowhead Equipment?🛠

Built by Real Hammock Campers
We’ve been designing and hand-building gear for over 15 years. If we wouldn’t use it ourselves on the trail, we won’t sell it.

🚀 Fast Turnaround
Most gear ships in just a few days—not weeks. When adventure calls, we help you answer faster.

🇺🇸 Made in the USA
Every stitch, cut, and seam is done by hand in our Idaho workshop.

🧵 Time-Tested Designs
From our industry-first Whoopie Slings to our best-selling synthetic underquilts, Arrowhead Equipment gear has been trusted by thousands of hammock campers.

🧭 Old-School Customer Service
You’ve got questions? We’ve got real answers—just shoot us an email.

“Meet the Maker”

Hi, I’m Paul Gibson, the guy behind the sewing machine at Arrowhead Equipment.

I started Arrowhead back in 2009 because I couldn’t find the kind of hammock gear I wanted—lightweight, reliable, and ready to ship before my next trip. So I started making it myself. One product led to another, and before long, I was sewing gear for friends, fellow hikers, and eventually customers all over the country.

What began as a hobby in the garage has grown into a full-time small business here in Idaho. Every piece of gear that ships from Arrowhead Equipment is still designed, tested, and built right here—by me, my family and my friends. I'm a hammock camper, Stand Up Paddler, hiker, Fisherman and gear nerd at heart, and I still use the same underquilts, tarps, and suspension systems we ship out every day.

We’re proud to be one of the first cottage gear shops to offer Whoopie Sling suspensions, and even prouder that after more than 15 years, we’re still shipping fast and making gear that helps folks get out and enjoy the backcountry.

If you ever have questions or need help choosing gear, don’t hesitate to reach out—there’s a real person behind this shop, and I’d be glad to help.

— Paul

Have a question? Want to talk gear setups? I'm just an email away—shoot me a message anytime and I’ll help you get dialed in for your next trip.

Mr. & Mrs. Arrowhead on our 20 year anniversary trip.

Mr. Arrowhead relaxing during a Stand Up Paddle board Camping Trip.

Q: Favorite piece of gear to make?
A: I really enjoy the making the Pocket Drop, its a fun and unique bit of gear to sew. And splicing Whoopie Slings. Still love making them, even after all these years. I can sit and splice slings for hours.

Q: What trip inspired you to start making your own gear?
A: An empty wallet. I really wanted to do more hammock camping but with a family and tight budget I needed to find a way to make most of the gear I needed. At the time it was born out of needing items that not many companies were making and finding affordable options.

Q: What’s always in your pack (besides AHE gear)?
A: A good hat (Shelta Land Hawk currently), a fishing pole (usually Tenkara style), Tailwind Endurance Hydration drink mix (Dauwaltermelon falvor)

More About Us

Shipping & Lead Times

At Arrowhead Equipment, we pride ourselves on getting your gear to you fast—because we know your next trip might be right around the corner.

Fast Turnaround

Most gear ships in 1–3 business days so you’re ready for the trail faster.

Handmade in Idaho

Every item is crafted in our workshop—one at a time, just for you.

Real Customer Service

Questions? You’ll hear from a human