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STORY
How it started:
In the words of Alex Hay, one of our co-founders,
"While home for the holidays, I received a thoughtful gift: a t-shirt bearing a hand-embroidered carabiner, created by my sister. It perfectly encapsulated her thoughtfulness and showed that she wanted to share in the things I love.
I immediately thought of sporting the cute carabiner on a beanie. Who doesn't love dad jokes, I mean, carabeanie? I joked to my father about getting embroidery thread to attempt my first carabeanie. My dad pun-ishingly noted that embroidery floss could be called climbing thread. I matter-of-factly stated, 'If you climbed on thread you'd be dead'. He corrected me, 'No, threads. As in, clothing'. Proof that my dad is the most hip in the family. Thus an idea was hatched. My dad practically dared me to buy the URL climbingthreads.com, which I did that night.
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A few weeks later,
inside a tent on a windy, cold night near Joshua Tree National Park, I scrounged a needle and thread from the bottom of a dirt-covered duffel bag, and quickly grabbed a carabiner from my climbing bag. Headlamp on full blast, I stitched out a vague impression of a carabiner on my beanie. A second grader could have shown me up, but I was so proud of my handiwork that I wore it around Joshua Tree for a full day.
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How it's going:
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Together, my friend Tia and I partnered with others who love the outdoors to bring to you this idea-- a company created by climbers, that encourages you to push harder, go farther, give more, and be good to yourself and the earth. Because we know that if you’re reading this, you have personality and your clothes should too.
At Climbing Threads, we create products that help people show love for what they do, and love what they wear. Our vision is to have an outlet for witty products that appeal to climbers. We would love for you to be part of our journey.
Meet The Team
Alexandra Hay
Alex is a co-founder of Climbing Threads. She is currently obsessed with all things trad climbing, and is starting medical school at LECOM Elmira, NY as part of the Class of 2025.
Kaela Marriott
Kaela is a brand and website designer who runs a remote studio, York Avenue Design. When she is not working, find her hiking, kayaking, or climbing. She is passionate about living to the fullest and helping others do the same. For logo and website design, reach her at the above link.
Savannah Vance
Savannah is a free-lance photojournalist. When she is not working, you can find her world traveling, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with family. She is passionate about sharing stories through photography and is accepting clients via the link above.
Hailey Siebold
Hailey is a social worker and temporary van-dweller. Aside from rock climbing she might be found cooking tasty meals or crafting unique jewelry. Her creative work is inspired by nature, color, and a variety of textiles. She is also available for custom design, via the link above.
Shania
Newkirk
Shania is a creative writer with a love of critical theory. She loves going out for hikes during the summer, and shredding the gnar with her brother in the winter. She has a passion for social justice, helping people, and cuddling with her cats. Find her on Instagram @ shaniachristine
