Raide Research is a young, innovative US-based performance outdoor brand specializing in high-end technical equipment and apparel for extreme mountain sports—specifically ski mountaineering and trail running.
Photographer Carolin Unrath shot the latest campaign for the American mountain sports brand’s new running belt. Jeff Johnson served as Art Director, while Brandan Camarda handled production.
The running belt was developed specifically for demanding trail runs and mountain excursions. The images were captured in the Chamonix area during the legendary Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB), one of the world’s most famous and largest mountain races.
The bounce-free LF 2L and UL 1L running belts are among the brand’s signature products. The UL 1L running belt is the even lighter, minimalist version, featuring a lower profile designed for shorter distances.
"We believe that the best gear isn’t dependent on any one variable, like being the lightest, but a combination of style, weight, durability, and functionality to address a certain need." – Kyle Siegel, Founder.
Raide Research was founded in 2023 by Kyle Siegel, a mechanical engineer with previous experience at SpaceX and The North Face. The brand’s smart philosophy combines aerodynamic and mechanical precision from the aerospace industry with a minimalist design approach ("Uphill Performance, Downhill Style") to address functional shortcomings in gear designed for extreme high-alpine conditions.
Carolin Unrath is represented by the Hamburg-based agency UPFRONT Photo & Film.
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