November 15, 2025 · 3 min read
Ergonomic Bear Canister Design: How We're Solving Backpacker Problems
Discover how Banner Gear Co.'s ergonomic bear canister design solves the biggest problems with traditional bear canisters. Coming soon.
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April 19, 2026 · 6 min read
Where Bear Canisters Are Required: 2026 Guide
An interactive map of every park, forest, and wilderness area in the U.S. that requires a hard-sided bear canister, including two major new mandates for 2026.
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October 18, 2025 · 3 min read
Banner Peak: The Inspiration Behind Our Brand
The John Muir Trail holds a special place in the hearts of backpackers everywhere. Stretching 210 miles from Yosemite Valley's Happy Isles to the summit of Mt. Whitney, it sits in the Goldilocks zone of long-distance hikes.
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October 10, 2025 · 1 min read
Coming Soon: Our Launch Timeline
After two years of development and nine prototypes, we're nearly ready to share our revolutionary bear canister with the backcountry community. Our team has worked tirelessly to create a product that will transform how you experience the wilderness.
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October 25, 2025 · 3 min read
The Future of Bear Canisters
If you've ever carried a traditional bear canister for more than a few miles, you already know it's not just about fitting your food, it's about how that rigid cylinder fits you and your pack.
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November 10, 2025 · 3 min read
Why Hard-Sided Bear Canisters Are a Smart Choice
If you've spent any time on backpacking forums such as backpacking light or any of the reddit communities, you've come across this debate: bear canister or bear bag? While hanging a bear bag will always be the lighter, cheaper, less bulky option, hard-sided bear canisters are objectively the better choice for protecting your food in bear country.
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