Dakine, founded in Hawaii in 1979 and based at the foot of Mount Hood in Hood River, Oregon, produces backpacks, snowboard bags, snowboard gloves and all kinds of other snowboard accessories.
Core values of Dakine
Respect has always been a core value of Dakine. Dakine originally produced a surf line developed out of respect for the waves of Maui, primarily aimed at the local community. The sea and the mountains are more than just a playground in the eyes of Dakine. Dakine sees these places as sanctuaries where relaxation and freedom meet. The sustainability efforts made by Dakine are based on respect and appreciation for these places and relationships. Dakine believes that our planet and our communities need help and that ultimately we can have a positive effect on the world by reducing product impact, improving internal processes, and by helping shared passions build a community of advocates.
Respect for Dakine products
The best thing Dakine does is make a great product, but even the best product has an environmental impact. So Dakine is always working to reduce that impact while still delivering durability and functionality. Each year Dakine improves knowledge and their material options, making it easier to approach product design with a variety of techniques that prioritize optimal performance and minimize environmental impact.
Sustainable Dakine products
When making Dakine products, sustainability is the top priority. When gear is made to last, it's less likely to end up in a landfill. Dakine does its best to use materials that reduce the impact on the environment and the people who work with them.
Each year the Dakine range is expanded, taking the following more eco-friendly options into account.
Recycled materials
Dakine has long used recycled PET materials and each year they strive to use more without sacrificing durability. The PET polyester fibers come from recycled single-use plastic water bottles and are used in products from backpacks to apparel.
Bluesign®-approved materials
The bluesign® system validates a material's entire supply chain to ensure it uses the most environmentally friendly chemistry and processes. Dakine uses bluesign™-approved materials across their entire line.
DWR finishes in Dakine items
PFCs are chemicals commonly found in durable water-repellent (DWR) treatments used on performance gear and apparel to make textiles water-resistant. Some of these PFCs have been shown to pollute waterways. For that reason, Dakine is working with their partners to increase the use of PFC-free and PFC(e)-free DWR finishes.
Order Dakine online at Snowboards APP
For Dakine items, Snowboards APP is the place to go. You can also find snowboard apparel from other brands with us! Order safely and quickly online or visit our snowboard shop. Our shop is easy to reach and free parking is available in front of the door.