An Anchorage-based outdoor apparel company was recently named Alaska’s women-owned business of the year by the Small Business Administration.
Jen Loofbourrow, founder of Alpine Fit at their main facility. Friday, June 16, 2023.
Alpine Fit owner Jen Loofbourrow said she thinks her company received the honor because of their contributions to the small, challenging industry of sewn product manufacturing. “So there’s a very small group of us out there that are trying to not just hold on to that knowledge, but also contribute to the existence of Made in USA manufacturing continuing to exist,” Loofbourrow said. “And to actually produce high performance gear.”
“It can be your one shirt for a week of camping, and it continually resists body odor buildup,” she said. “So you can stay fresh smelling for your entire sweaty adventure.”The company offers multiple body fit options for. Loofbourrow said there is still very limited selection for different body shapes in the outdoor market, especially for women.
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