SummaryJoin us in this episode as women in the MYOG community share their journey, tackling stereotypes and biases head-on. From challenging assumptions to promoting inclusivity, they delve into the unique hurdles faced by women in the outdoor industry. Discover the importance of representation in design, overcoming fit challenges, and supporting women-owned brands. Explore strategies for making outdoor gear accessible to all, pricing ethical products, and building a sustainable future through reducing, reusing, and recycling. With a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and driving positive change, this conversation inspires action and solidarity among women in the outdoors. Tune in for insights, excitement about upcoming projects, and a call for continued support in the journey towards a more inclusive outdoor community.
Takeaways
Inclusivity and representation are crucial in outdoor spaces and the design of outdoor gear.
Seeking advice and feedback from women is essential to create gear that fits and meets their needs.
Making outdoor gear more accessible requires addressing socioeconomic barriers and finding innovative solutions.
Creative collaborations can lead to innovative and impactful outcomes.
Embracing a small business, big mindset approach can drive positive change.
Chapters00:00- Introduction01:14- Inspiration to Get into MYOG25:22- Creating Inclusive Spaces28:58- Lack of Inclusivity in Outdoor Spaces29:45- Importance of Representation in Design30:39- Seeking Advice and Feedback from Women31:18- Challenges with Fit and Sizing36:31- Promoting Women-Owned Brands39:37- The Importance of Visibility and Representation42:53- Changes in Outdoor Gear Design50:25- Making Outdoor Gear More Accessible53:40- Addressing Socioeconomic Barriers01:01:28- Balancing Cost and Sustainability01:07:01- Challenges of Pricing Ethical Gear01:11:08- Thinking Big and Building Community01:12:04- Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle01:13:02- Taking Small Steps to Make a Difference01:13:30- The Importance of Mentorship and Collaboration01:18:33- Collaboration and Creativity in the Outdoor Community01:21:29- Celebrating Women and Collaboration01:23:11- Exciting Projects and Collaboration01:28:52- The Importance of Individual Actions01:29:52- Small Business, Big Mindset
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