SKWALA

Jackets & Waders

Product Design
Concept Prototyping
Product Strategy
Design Documentation
Manufacturing Transfer

Anglers put an immense amount of time, effort and thought into finding and catching fish. Skwala brought that same drive and dedication to creating the next level of fly fishing apparel. We helped their team design and build thoughtful, dependable, and comfortable gear so meticulously built and thoroughly tested you hardly notice it. The goal was to develop purpose-built jackets and waders that allow you to focus on the most important things - like going fishing.

“Simplicity in design is the most challenging to solve. It delivers everything you need and nothing you don't.”

Kevin Sloan, Skwala Founder

Designing the most functional fly fishing gear on the planet.

Our primary goal was to help develop a new line of advanced fishing gear from the ground up. With function-driven details and materials, these pieces were designed to be fast and light, but bomber enough to withstand any conditions. The objective was to remove excess and unnecessary distractions, allowing anglers to be out on the water longer.

Skwala has pushed the needle in fly fishing apparel. They are the fishing partner who never talks too much, never fishes out of your boxes, never drinks the last beer, or finishes the jerky. They are your new go-to fishing partner who’s always ready to go and never lets you down - regardless of conditions.

Close-up of a person holding a fish on a black netted surface. The fish has a speckled pattern with black spots and a brownish tail fin.
A person wearing outdoor gear and a helmet climbing over wet rocks in a river, surrounded by forested landscape. 
Starting from the ground up, and dialing in all the little details.
A work surface with various foam pieces, a utility knife, scissors, and a shoe last. The foam pieces include patterned mesh sections and stiffer foam parts, likely for shoe or sneaker construction.
A sewing machine with various knobs and wires, a flexible lamp attached to it, and a sewing chair in front.
A person in a dark, striped shirt is tracing around a foot with a pen on paper, using a cutting mat with measurement grid underneath.
A person washing their hand under running water from a faucet.
Back of a person wearing a volleyball uniform and a neck gaiter. The person is wearing a mesh jersey with a number, and a towel is draped around their neck.
Close-up of a hand holding a black strap with a metal buckle, attached to a textured fabric item, against a background of a textured surface.
Close-up of a person adjusting a strap on their black backpack, wearing a light-colored, textured zip-up hoodie with a dark material on the shoulders, in a grayscale photo.
Close-up view of a black cycling helmet being fitted on a head-shaped mannequin head on a workbench, with tools and equipment in the background.
A pair of diver's wetsuit pants lying on a concrete floor.
Side-by-side photos of a pair of metallic, stylized animal legs, each with a large hoof, set against a plain background.

 

Person wearing a blue waterproof jacket and black sunglasses rowing a boat on a lake, with hills and autumn foliage in the background during rainfall.
A person wearing a gray rain jacket with the hood up, working outdoors on a cloudy day, possibly during rain, holding onto a metal railing of a boat or dock.
A man in outdoor gear climbing over rocky terrain with a fishing rod in his hand, in a natural outdoor setting.
Two men in outdoor gear standing near a vehicle with an open trunk, with mountains in the background.

The Carbon Collection is designed for the fast and light. It’s built for anglers whose relentless pursuits carry them across canyons and continents.

Your fishing gear shouldn’t slow you down. We helped design the Carbon Collection as a system featuring a full-length jacket paired with a lightweight convertible wader. Lightweight, waterproof textiles finished with highly breathable laminates are implemented to provide protection from the elements for your pursuits in warmer environments. The Carbon Collection was made for the variable days in the season when the forecast goes from warm to wild.

A man in a gray jacket and cap fishing with a fly fishing rod in a snowy outdoor setting.
Man fishing outdoors in cold weather, wearing sunglasses, a black cap, a gray waterproof jacket, and khaki pants, holding a fishing rod against a snowy mountain background.
Close-up of a man wearing a gray outdoor jacket, a beige hat, and carrying a backpack with a chest strap. The jacket has multiple zippers, including a notable one on the chest, and the word "SKUALA" is visible on the front pocket.
A person wearing outdoor waterproof pants and boots standing on a muddy, grassy riverbank near water, with a fallen tree in the background.
A person wearing a black jacket, khaki fishing waders, a blue wide-brimmed hat, and a backpack, holding a fishing reel hanging from a rod on their left side, standing near water.

The RS Collection is built for extreme performance. It’s built for anglers who need gear to keep them on the water, regardless of weather.

If your fishing demands more than your outerwear can handle, this is the gear for you. Fly fishing is not an extreme sport, but it does attract people who push the boundaries and possibilities. The RS Collection was carefully constructed as a system. We helped design a full-zip wader and full-length jacket to keep you dry in the harshest conditions. Assembled using the most advanced materials and a well-considered design approach, we made a system that can handle whatever you can dish out.

A close-up photo of a dark blue Skogalp jacket covered in water droplets, showing the fabric with the brand logo and a zipper.
A person wearing waterproof outdoor gear kneeling on snow near a frozen or partially frozen body of water.
A person wearing a blue jacket, holding a rugged portable outdoor device with a screen, zipper pocket, and the brand name 'KWIALA' visible.
A man dressed in winter gear, including a jacket, pants, and a cap, is outside in a snowy landscape. He is opening a gray and black GPS or electronic device case labeled "Skwalha."
Close-up of a person's arm holding a fishing rod, wearing a blue waterproof jacket with a logo on the sleeve.

 

This image shows a person sitting on the edge of a large rock overlooking a body of water with trees and cliffs in the background. The person is wearing a dark jacket and jeans, and appears to be enjoying a scenic outdoor view.

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