Anne Vitale
03-26-2009, 04:24 PM
While doing some research on what to do with old waders too leaky to fix any more for an article in my club's newsletter, I came across this great company turning old waders into new cool soft gear. Check out this excerpt from their web site.....Anne
Recycled Waders, LLC
WHAT: Recycled Waders utilizes the materials from leaky, worn out waders to manufacture new products such as wallets, fanny packs, sling packs, messenger bags, etc. The product line includes the Greenback Wallet, ‘Nook Sack, Big Fanny Pack, Messenger Creel and Recycled Can Koozie. All breathable products are manufactured in Seattle, WA; all neoprene products are manufactured in Boulder, CO in conjunction with Ecologic Designs. Future products are currently under development.
WHEN: Recycled Waders, the vision of Pat Jenkins, Owner & Manager was founded in 2008. After gouging an enormous hole in his first pair of breathable waders that couldn’t be repaired, Jenkins thought of another use for the waders that were unable to keep him dry; a new sling satchel. He enlisted his mom’s sewing expertise to create a satchel from his damaged waders. The new satchel had to weigh less than his fully loaded vest and carry 2 large fly boxes, nippers, leader, fishing license, bug spray, hook file, and pliers. After a few rough sketches and several weeks later the prototype was done – and it was perfect. Jenkins has put the original prototype pack (now the ‘Nook Sack) to the test, using it on every king salmon and steelhead adventure he has been on since 2002. The prototype is going strong to this day and continues to be a conversation piece with many fishing partners on his adventures. Further product development continues as waders continue to wear out and inspire creativity.
WHERE: www.recycledwaders.com Recycled Waders, LLC 800 Fifth Ave, Ste 101-245 Seattle, WA 98104 info@recycledwaders.com Phone: 206-669-4115
WHY: At Recycled Waders the ultimate goal is to reduce the volume of usable material being discarded after a single use lifetime. Waders that no longer keep you dry while fishing can serve an entirely new purpose through our products, and avoid the landfill for a few extra years. Recycled Waders products are a reflection of our desire to simplify our approach to life and angling. They're water resistant, lightweight and durable - which makes them the perfect carry along for the many long, hard days of fishing ahead. Each creation is assembled by hand in Seattle, WA or Boulder, CO, guaranteeing its uniqueness. And before any of our products leave the shop, we make sure we'd be proud to call each one our own.
HOW:
1. Angler-to-Angler Recycling Program We will find function in leaky, worn out waders. You can recycle your waders by sending them to us. From their we can create items for you OR we can put them to good use for other anglers. It's the essence behind Recycled Waders.
2. Repurpose Your Waders: Send us your waders and have them repurposed into Recycled Waders products just for you.
3. Donate Your Waders: Choose to donate your waders and they will be repurposed and serve a new function for another angler.
4. Retail Opportunities:Recycled Waders, LLC is now seeking retail partnerships across the country. Retailers should contact Patrick Jenkins directly for further information.
Patrick Jenkins, Manager
206-669-4115, Patrick@recycledwaders.com
Recycled Waders, LLC
WHAT: Recycled Waders utilizes the materials from leaky, worn out waders to manufacture new products such as wallets, fanny packs, sling packs, messenger bags, etc. The product line includes the Greenback Wallet, ‘Nook Sack, Big Fanny Pack, Messenger Creel and Recycled Can Koozie. All breathable products are manufactured in Seattle, WA; all neoprene products are manufactured in Boulder, CO in conjunction with Ecologic Designs. Future products are currently under development.
WHEN: Recycled Waders, the vision of Pat Jenkins, Owner & Manager was founded in 2008. After gouging an enormous hole in his first pair of breathable waders that couldn’t be repaired, Jenkins thought of another use for the waders that were unable to keep him dry; a new sling satchel. He enlisted his mom’s sewing expertise to create a satchel from his damaged waders. The new satchel had to weigh less than his fully loaded vest and carry 2 large fly boxes, nippers, leader, fishing license, bug spray, hook file, and pliers. After a few rough sketches and several weeks later the prototype was done – and it was perfect. Jenkins has put the original prototype pack (now the ‘Nook Sack) to the test, using it on every king salmon and steelhead adventure he has been on since 2002. The prototype is going strong to this day and continues to be a conversation piece with many fishing partners on his adventures. Further product development continues as waders continue to wear out and inspire creativity.
WHERE: www.recycledwaders.com Recycled Waders, LLC 800 Fifth Ave, Ste 101-245 Seattle, WA 98104 info@recycledwaders.com Phone: 206-669-4115
WHY: At Recycled Waders the ultimate goal is to reduce the volume of usable material being discarded after a single use lifetime. Waders that no longer keep you dry while fishing can serve an entirely new purpose through our products, and avoid the landfill for a few extra years. Recycled Waders products are a reflection of our desire to simplify our approach to life and angling. They're water resistant, lightweight and durable - which makes them the perfect carry along for the many long, hard days of fishing ahead. Each creation is assembled by hand in Seattle, WA or Boulder, CO, guaranteeing its uniqueness. And before any of our products leave the shop, we make sure we'd be proud to call each one our own.
HOW:
1. Angler-to-Angler Recycling Program We will find function in leaky, worn out waders. You can recycle your waders by sending them to us. From their we can create items for you OR we can put them to good use for other anglers. It's the essence behind Recycled Waders.
2. Repurpose Your Waders: Send us your waders and have them repurposed into Recycled Waders products just for you.
3. Donate Your Waders: Choose to donate your waders and they will be repurposed and serve a new function for another angler.
4. Retail Opportunities:Recycled Waders, LLC is now seeking retail partnerships across the country. Retailers should contact Patrick Jenkins directly for further information.
Patrick Jenkins, Manager
206-669-4115, Patrick@recycledwaders.com