Patents & Innovation

Our Innovations

Built on the foundation that innovation should be found in every product we develop, GCI Outdoor has carved a clear niche in the outdoor industry. What began as a solution for a product that didn’t exist has grown into a 20-year history of providing consumers with products and features that enhance their outdoor experience. Throughout our development process, we carefully consider what consumers are looking for in the latest outdoor gear, including what we — as outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds — are missing. Our goal: provide high-quality, feature-rich gear that inspires you to get outdoors and simplifies the process.

Patented Technologies

  • Auto-fold™ Technology
  • Hillside Adjustment
  • Anti-Splay Reinforcement Panel
  • PICO Telescoping Technology™
  • Xpress Telescoping Technology™
  • Control Link Technology™
  • Unifold Technology™

Patents Pending

  • Telescoping Legs
  • Squeeze Telescoping Technology™
  • Spring-Action Rocking Technology™
  • SLIM-FOLD Technology™
  • EAZY-FOLD Technology™
  • Pocket Pillow™
  • Bi-Fold Technology™
  • Free-Stand Technology™
  • Smart-Carry Shoulder Strap™
  • Slide Table Technology™