Yes... 2013, and we haven't even see an on-mountain day once in 2012.  Yet, it's time to sew 2013 prototypes!  We are very happy with our line this year (2012), and it's an inspiration for what our Winter 2013 outerwear collection will be.  We couldn't have done it without our friends!  Thanks to all of you that have worn our development protos out in the deepest and wettest days, created graphics, cut fabrics, sewn labels, given rides, done fittings, given in depth analysis on cut and function, and just plain collaborated with us on making Owner Operator just right.

sincerely,

peter and steven

Our Winter 2011-12 collection is now up in the store. 

We had a nice chat with our friends at Secret Forts about the collection.

 *from the nepenthes blog

http://nepenthesnewyork.blogspot.com/

「IN STOCK」Owner Operator

Nepenthes is proud to present Owner Operator, a New York City manufacturer of true technical mountain survival apparel. Combining classic good looks with functional features and technologies, Owner Operator's garments will keep you warm and dry in the snow. 

Operator 111 Parka- Featuring a 15,000mm Nylon Shell,Taped Seams,Waterproof/Breathable,Three-Way Adjustable Hood, Zip Vents, Powder Skirt and Tailored Fit

*Available in Navy and Black

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Taking some photos and writing the press release for 2012 launch monday.  

We have some nice people helping us out with it

Maple Ski Ridge is about as old fashion as ski ridges come,  its a small hill with "two" 300 yard trails, and a gully pipe kinda thing... its an awesome place.  steve and i both learned to ski here in the late 1970's.  alot of what we think is cool about alpine decent was cultivated here no doubt.  In the top photo you can see the expert trail to the far left in the trees, the gully to its right, and the main trail in the center of the photo.    also, * night skiing!

http://winter.mapleskiridge.com/

1.you send us a self addressed stamped envelope to:

                                OWNER OPERATOR USA STICKER CLUB

                                87 RICHARDSON STREET #300C 

                                BROOKLYN NY 11211 USA.  

2. make sure to triple up on the return postage

3. during the night shift, a real live raccoon will fill your return envelope with stickers

4. you put the stickers on your stuff

love, dr. powder