Travel across states in groovy style with our range of designer backpacks, briefcases, totes, shoulder bags, and much more. Mountain Hardwear was founded in 1993 in California, US. Mountain Hardwear manufactures a prodigious range of outerwear and expedition gear for men and women. The brand is a fully-owned subsidiary brand of Columbia Sportswear. Olive is the color of combat and camouflage.