Ready to hit the trail, or want gear built just for you? At Hemlock Mountain Outdoors, you get to choose. Our Ready Made gear is handcrafted and ready to ship, while Made to Order lets you dial in the details to fit your adventure.
Either way, you're getting the same quality materials, attention to detail, and Pennsylvania-made craftsmanship.
Two ways to gear up. One commitment to quality.
Ready Made: Built and Ready to Go
Sometimes adventure doesn't give you much notice. Maybe a camping trip is coming up, your old gear needs replacing, or you've finally decided it's time for that hammock you've been eyeing.
That's where Ready Made comes in.
Our Ready Made products are already handcrafted in our Pennsylvania workshop, inspected, and waiting for their next adventure.
These aren't mass-produced alternatives or stripped-down versions of our gear. They're the same thoughtfully designed products, built with the same materials, features, and attention to detail as our custom orders.
The only difference? We've already done the sewing.
Why Choose Ready Made?
- No production wait: Your gear is already built and ready for shipping.
- Quality without compromise: The same craftsmanship as our Made to Order products.
- Easy decisions: Choose from available colors, fabrics, sizes, and configurations.
- Great for upcoming trips: Spend less time waiting and more time outdoors.
Ready Made inventory changes as we complete new products, so available combinations may vary. If you see something you like, there's no guarantee that exact configuration will be waiting next time.
The bottom line: Ready Made is perfect when you find what you want and want to get out there sooner.
Made to Order: Built Your Way
We know that no two campers are exactly alike.
Some have a favorite color combination. Others know precisely which fabric they prefer, what features they need, or how they want their setup configured.
That's why we offer Made to Order (MTO).
Rather than choosing from gear we've already completed, you get to make the decisions before we start building.
Depending on the product, you can select from available fabrics, colors, sizes, features, and other options to create gear that fits your preferences and camping style.
Once your order is placed, we get to work crafting it specifically for you in our Pennsylvania workshop.
Why Choose Made to Order?
- Make it yours: Choose from available colors, fabrics, and configurations.
- Get the features you want: Select the options that make sense for your setup.
- Built specifically for you: Your gear is handcrafted after you place your order.
- More possibilities: You're not limited to what's currently sitting on our Ready Made shelf.
Because each Made to Order product is built after purchase, production time is part of the process. Lead times depend on the product, selected options, and our current workshop workload.
We believe getting the gear you really want is worth a little patience.
The bottom line: Made to Order is for campers who have something specific in mind and want gear built around their choices.
Which One Is Right for You?
There's no wrong answer. It really comes down to two things: how soon you need your gear and how much you want to customize it.
| Ready Made | Made to Order |
|---|---|
| Already handcrafted | Built after ordering |
| Ready for shipping | Production time required |
| Choose from current inventory | Choose available custom options |
| Great when time matters | Great when preferences matter |
| Same HMO craftsmanship | Same HMO craftsmanship |
Different Paths. Same Destination.
At Hemlock Mountain Outdoors, we don't believe handcrafted gear should mean having to choose between convenience and quality.
Ready Made gives you the opportunity to grab something we've already created. Made to Order gives you the freedom to help shape what we create next.
Both are made with care, built for the outdoors, and backed by the same commitment to craftsmanship that's been part of Hemlock Mountain Outdoors since 2018.
Whether you're ready to go or ready to create, we'll see you out there.
Handcrafted in Pennsylvania. Made for wherever the trail takes you.