Sea to Summit: Passage (The Traveller) Range

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  • 2023

  • Product
    Sport and Lifestyle

Commissioned By:

Sea To Summit

Designed In:

Australia

The Sea to Summit Passage Range is a versatile, eco-friendly kitchenware collection designed for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a perfect balance of weight, durability, and packability. Comprising of BPA-free bowls, plates, cups, and cutlery, this innovative range caters to mid-length adventures in diverse climates + conditions, elevating mealtime experiences in the great outdoors.


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  • The design challenge aimed to address the need for lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly outdoor kitchenware that simplifies meal preparation and consumption for diverse groups of adventurers, from casual campers to serious backpackers. The goal was to develop a versatile and compact range of products suitable for various outdoor activities and environments, ensuring user comfort, ease of use, and efficient packing for a wide range of users, while reducing environmental impact through sustainable materials and manufacturing processes.

  • The Passage Range provides a comprehensive solution to the design challenge by offering durable, lightweight, and eco-friendly outdoor kitchenware that appeals to various adventurers. Key design decisions included nesting and stacking capabilities for compact storage, Cool Grip fins for comfortable handling, and the use of BPA-free, glass-reinforced polypropylene for strength and easy cleaning. The clip-together cutlery design and colour options add versatility and personalisation. Roadblocks were overcome by ensuring seamless integration and functionality across the range, achieving a balance between weight, durability, and packability while adhering to Sea to Summit's sustainability standards.

  • The Passage Range delivers a significant design impact on multiple levels. Commercially, it caters to a wide range of adventurers, expanding Sea to Summit's market reach. Environmentally, the use of BPA-free, glass-reinforced polypropylene and commitment to sustainability standards reflect the brand's eco-conscious ethos. Societally, the user-friendly, versatile, and durable designs enable more people to enjoy nature with ease, comfort, and confidence. The Passage Range not only meets the needs of outdoor enthusiasts but also supports the brand's core values, promoting responsible enjoyment of nature and contributing positively to people and the planet.

  • The Passage Range showcases several key design features that enhance user experience and improve product functionality. One of the standout features is the Cool Grip, fluted ribbed walls on the tableware, which reduce heat transfer and ensure comfortable handling during meals. The Passage cutlery sets boast a unique nesting and clip-together design, allowing users to create extended utensils while maximising space efficiency. The Passage Kitchen Collection emphasises compatibility across products, with consistent diameters for tableware items, enabling common lids and efficient nesting. The insulated mug features a dual-wall welded assembly, providing excellent thermal insulation and promoting temperature retention. It also has a secure seal and a self-draining lid for drip-free sipping. The entire range uses BPA-free, glass-reinforced polypropylene, ensuring durability and easy cleaning, as well as being microwave and dishwasher safe. Moreover, the design aesthetic is consistent across the entire range, with texture variations between handles and heads to improve tactile feel, and rib features that enhance heat dissipation. This consistency in design ties the products together, creating a cohesive line that reflects the Sea to Summit brand. With user-centric designs, the Passage Range aims to make outdoor mealtimes enjoyable and efficient. The thoughtful integration of key design features and attention to user needs sets the Passage Range apart, providing a truly innovative and versatile collection for adventurers of all levels.