The outdoors is often sold as a place of freedom — vast, wild, open to everyone. But for many of us, it has never really felt that way. Look closer at the design of outdoor gear and a different story emerges — one that quietly signals who is *expected* to be in nature: fast bodies, strong bodies, non-Disabled bodies. Clothes are built for performance, not fluctuation. Fastenings demand grip and precision. Sizing stops before many people start. And when adapted gear does exist, it’s often clinical — stripped of any kind of aesthetic expression or style. In recent years, however, a quiet shift has been set in motion — not through glossy campaigns, but in more grounded, human-centred work. Brands like Berghaus (@berghausofficial), Finisterre (@finisterre) and Salomon (@salomon) are beginning to reflect on who their gear is really for and what it means to design from the perspective of real, diverse bodies. Our contributing writer, Alice Sainsbury (@alicesainsbury.co), spotlights what these brands are developing, and why it matters. 🔗 Link in bio to read the full article. Press the Play button at the top to listen to it! ▶️ (ALT TEXT embedded in images). #VisibleVoices #BeVisible #SportsGear #AdaptiveGear #Surf #AdaptiveWetSuit #Snowboard #Prosthetics #Outdoors #Nature #InclusiveDesign ##AdaptiveFashion #AdaptiveClothing