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Warbonnet Outdoors

American maker of ultralight hammock camping sleep systems, tarps and quilts, handcrafted in the USA since 2008.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

Warbonnet Outdoors is an American outdoor gear company specializing in ultralight hammock camping sleep systems, tarps, quilts and related accessories. Founded in 2008 by owner, founder and head designer Brandon Waddy, the company is based in the United States and sells directly to outdoor enthusiasts worldwide through its official website. Its product line is built around lightweight, top-of-the-line hammock sleep systems and equipment, including the Blackbird XLC end-gathered hammock, the Ridgerunner bridge-style hammock, the Diamondback topquilt, lightweight tarps, carbon fiber spreader bars, Boa Booties, titanium hardware and Horizon belt bags. Warbonnet emphasizes American manufacturing: every piece of its camping gear is sewn in the USA by American workers, with each stitch undergoing a rigorous, step-by-step quality control inspection before shipment. The company operates small-batch production, which allows direct oversight of manufacturing processes and supports high-quality outputs and customer satisfaction. It also offers a lifetime warranty on its gear. Warbonnet positions itself alongside mainstream, mass-production hammock brands at the forefront of the hammock camping industry, competing through customer service, innovative designs and a persistent regard for high-quality outputs. It strives to source raw materials from American suppliers when available and to tailor production methods to sustain the environment. The brand also offers signature camouflage patterns such as Bushwack, Snow Day, Shadow Pine and Leafy Woods, designed for different terrain and seasonal conditions. Warbonnet sponsors a handful of organizations and individuals with a long-lived passion for animal and environmental concerns.

History

Warbonnet Outdoors was started in 2008 by Brandon Waddy, who serves as owner, founder and head designer. Waddy founded the company with a vision of providing fellow outdoor enthusiasts with comfortable, durable and long-lasting American-made hammocks, tarps and quilts. From its beginnings, the company committed to manufacturing every piece of its camping gear in the United States, using American workers and small-batch production methods that allow direct oversight of the manufacturing process. Since 2008, Warbonnet states that innovation and a high regard for customer satisfaction have catapulted it into the forefront of the hammock camping industry, directly alongside mainstream, mass-production hammock brands. The company has continued to develop its product line around lightweight hammock sleep systems, including the Blackbird XLC end-gathered hammock, the Ridgerunner bridge-style hammock and the Diamondback topquilt, along with lightweight tarps, carbon fiber spreader bars, Boa Booties, titanium hardware and Horizon belt bags. It has also introduced signature camouflage patterns such as Bushwack, Snow Day, Shadow Pine and Leafy Woods. Warbonnet emphasizes customer service, innovative designs and high-quality outputs as its main focus to remain competitive, and it strives to source raw materials from American suppliers when available while tailoring production methods to sustain the environment. The brand sponsors a handful of organizations and individuals with a long-lived passion for animal and environmental concerns.

  • 2008

    Brandon Waddy founds Warbonnet Outdoors with a vision of American-made hammocks, tarps and quilts.

  • Blackbird XLC Gen3 becomes the company's most popular end-gathered hammock.

  • Ridgerunner bridge-style hammock is introduced, offering flat lay comfort.

  • Diamondback topquilt is offered in multiple temperature ratings from 40° to 0°.

  • Stash Jacket is introduced with PFC-free and DWR-free material.

  • Signature camouflage patterns Bushwack, Snow Day, Shadow Pine and Leafy Woods are developed.

Products and positioning

Ultralight, American-made hammock camping gear with a lifetime warranty, competing on innovation, customer service and small-batch quality.

  • Blackbird XLC Gen3

    Most popular end-gathered hammock.

  • Ridgerunner

    Bridge-style hammock with flat lay comfort.

  • Diamondback Topquilt

    Ultralight down insulation, available in 40°, 30°, 20°, 10°, 0° ratings.

  • Stash Jacket

    Lightweight rain protection made with PFC-free and DWR-free material.

  • Lightweight Tarps

    Lightweight tarps for hammock camping.

  • Carbon Fiber Spreader Bars

    Carbon fiber spreader bars for bridge hammocks.

  • Boa Booties

    Insulated booties for camp.

  • Titanium Hardware

    Titanium hardware for ultralight setups.

  • Horizon Belt Bags

    Belt bags for outdoor use.

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