At TripOutside, we believe adventure can help protect the planet. Every time we choose to spend time outdoors instead of shopping for more stuff, binging shows, or scrolling endlessly, we’re taking a small step toward a more sustainable lifestyle. Being outside reminds us what truly matters—connection with nature, with ourselves, and with others. It’s how humans have always lived until the past few hundred years, and we think the more people experience time outside in wild places, the more likely we’ll want to protect it.
In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in doing more, buying more, and always being plugged in. The marketing machines are big and strong and getting better and better at hacking our attention every day. We want to flip that script. We’re here to help you unplug, slow down, and swap consumption for experiences.
Experiences Over Things
The simplest way to tread lighter on the planet? Own less, do more. Adventures don’t always need to come with a garage full of stuff. When you choose to rent your outdoor gear, you’re taking part in a circular economy that keeps perfectly good gear in use longer and reduces the need to constantly manufacture more. That’s less waste, less carbon from production, and more energy spent on what really matters—getting outside.
Need a kayak for the weekend? A mountain bike for a few days? Skis for an entire season or even ski clothes for a trip? Rent it. Our vetted local outfitters have you covered. You’ll get high-quality gear that’s tuned, serviced, and ready to go, without the cost and hassle of owning and storing it yourself. Plus, your dollars stay local, supporting the service-based economies that make these destinations thrive. You help these local businesses reduce dependence on trade wars and tariffs—they get to focus on taking care of their customers and keeping gear in top shape for the next adventure.
We’re stoked to partner with brands, tourism departments, and local gear shops to make rentals easier to access, book, and afford. The more people rent, the more cost-effective—and sustainable—it becomes.
Sustainable Travel
We get it—most adventures require travel. And yes, air travel has a hefty carbon footprint. We’re not here to guilt you out of exploring the world, but we do want to encourage more thoughtful choices.
- Road trips over short flights: When possible, drive (or bike) instead of fly. You’ll see more along the way, and you’ll reduce emissions.
- Less but better trips: Stay longer. If you’re flying, make it count. Spend more time in the place you’re visiting instead of jetting in and out for a quick weekend.
- Support local: Book with local outfitters, eat at local restaurants, and stay at locally owned accommodations. Your trip will have a bigger positive impact on the community and a smaller environmental cost than relying on big chains.
Travel has an impact, but it can also inspire. The more people experience wild places, the more they’ll want to protect them. We hope your adventures with TripOutside connect you deeply with nature and leave you wanting to care for the places you explore.
Our Commitment
We’re constantly looking for ways to help adventurers choose experiences over things, make outdoor gear accessible through rentals, and travel in ways that give back more than they take. Every booking through TripOutside supports local businesses, reduces waste, and helps keep wild places wild.
Adventure responsibly. Explore sustainably. And let’s keep the outdoors rad—for everyone, for generations to come.
