YAMA Labs

This is where we feature design projects, make early releases available, solicit ideas, and present testing opportunities

Gear Testing

When available, some items in development are offered at a discounted price in exchange for feedback.
This helps cover costs and advance the designs much faster than we might otherwise be able to. For these testing opportunities, please see the individual project pages below.

We also keep some test gear in rotation, passing it from one tester's trip to another.
Preference is usually given to customers and testers who have previously provided constructive feedback. If you're interested in participating in this program, please fill out the form linked below.

Gear Testing Application

Active Projects

These are some of the projects that are currently on the design table.
Click on a project to learn more and see if any early releases are available.

DCF Bivy

Testing 0.67 oz DCF for the Bivy floor

1P Cirriform SW-H

A single-wall/hybrid Cirriform

Cirriform Bug Skirt Mod

A Cirriform Tarp with perimeter bug netting

Wiggle Pack - stay tuned

A hip pack that integrates with The Shrike pack.

DCF Pogies - stay tuned

A DCF version of our rain pogies

Standby Projects

These projects are at varying stages of development but are currently on the sideline waiting their turn at the design table.

Cirriform Bug Skirt & Floor Combo

Designing a simple floor/groundsheet to work with the Bug Skirt in development for the Cirriform.

The Wren - stay tuned

A simple back sleeve with shoulder straps from The Shrike & Sassafras packs

Microburst PonchoTent - stay tuned

Bringing back the gear that started YAMA. A poncho that also serves as a double-wall shelter.

Tour Divide Project

Ever since riding my UNICYCLE from Banff, Canada to the Mexican border in 2012, I've dreamt of racing the route on two wheels. Join me as I prepare my gear for the 2026 Tour Divide, an annual race of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route!