Tankwa Outdoor (Pty) Ltd

Tankwa Outdoor is redefining the outdoor sleep gear market through locally manufactured, premium-quality sleeping mats that are durable, compact, and remarkably comfortable. Their innovation lies in a first-of-its-kind tapered foam design – currently under provisional patent – which delivers a better night’s sleep while reducing bulk for hikers and campers. They have bootstrapped the business with a lean, outsourced operational model – inspired by brands like Sealand and Veldskoen – and have already partnered with top retailers (Cape Union Mart, Outdoor Warehouse), premium platforms (Brave Hardy).

• Business Owner: Joshua Cox
• Website: www.tankwaoutdoor.com
• Contact No: +27(0) 84 900 3577
• Email: josh@tankwaoutdoor.com
• Socials: Instagram
  
• Socials: Facebook
  
• Appeared on: CapeTalk

Quote from Thuli on why they were chosen as a finalist:

"Traditional outdoor sleep products fall into two outdated categories: inflatable/self-inflating mats, which puncture easily and contribute to landfill waste, or bulky, uncomfortable three-piece foam mats. Tankwa’s unique layered foam construction eliminates the risk of failure in the field, while offering comfort nearly on par with a home mattress. Their mats are water-resistant, long-lasting, repairable, and designed to last 15+ years – a sharp departure from the fast-consumption, disposable gear mentality that dominates the industry. "