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Success Through Play\u2122 had the pleasure to speak with Scott Shoemaker<\/span> co-owner of DadGear\u2122<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What was the inspiration behind the creation of your company and line of products?<\/span><\/p>\n

In late 2003, we were commiserating about our corporate jobs over a plate or two of nachos. We bounced around the usual topics for a while and as the topic migrated to our kids, one of us mentioned an idea that would make parenting jobs easier. As it turned out, the other had many ideas as well. We traded ideas for products for a few hours and, the next day, our adventure began.<\/p>\n

After weeks of research we found that the “men’s” diaper bags on the market lacked style and fell short of our expectations. Our opinion, shared by many fellow dads, was that none of the products out there inspired us as fathers. We decided to change that. After a year and a half, countless ideas and prototypes, research, education and meetings, DadGear\u2122 was officially launched.<\/p>\n

The concept behind the DadGear\u2122 style is simple – a masculine look combined with high quality materials and thoughtful design. These basic elements allowed us to achieve the next evolution of diaper bag for dads. Our goal for our products is not just neutral or unfeminine, but style that reflects who we are – guys. Guys who take pride in caring for their kids. At DadGear\u2122, we focus on our design concepts. We engineer our entire product line with a “hands free” approach and include a number of other innovative features.<\/p>\n

Can you tell us about your product line?<\/span><\/p>\n

We offer 6 products: Messenger Bag<\/a>, Backpack<\/a>, Sport Bag<\/a>, Lava Tote, Diaper Vest\u2122 Diaper Bag<\/a>, and a Cargo Jacket\u2122<\/a>. All of our products are diaper bags.<\/span><\/p>\n

We’ve worked hard to ensure that our products don’t look like diaper bags; they simply look like great bags and jackets. Once you move beyond the good looks, you will find that our features truly are innovative and that we design them from a dad’s point of view. The DadGear\u2122 Messenger Bags have a number of great features and are easy to customize for both parents. The DadGear\u2122 Backpack has a rugged look, structure, and includes a number of specialized pockets inspired by the hiking packs of our native Colorado. Our revolutionary products also include the DadGear Diaper Vest\u2122 and Cargo Jacket\u2122, which take all of the functionality of our diaper bags and incorporate them into a stylish fleece! These are ideal for trips out and about without the hassle of hauling the entire arsenal of child care essentials.<\/p>\n

DadGear\u2122 products are synonymous with quality. We use high quality hardware, zippers, fabrics and webbing so your DadGear will last far beyond your need for a diaper bag. We are proud of these products and we know that once you see and use them, you will understand why, and will be proud to carry and wear them yourself.<\/p>\n

DadGear\u2122 kindly sent us a Cargo Jacket\u2122 and Messenger Bag which we will be highlighting today.<\/p>\n

CARGO JACKET\u2122<\/p>\n

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The DadGear Cargo Jacket\u2122 is the long-sleeved brother of the DadGear Diaper Vest\u2122. Our revolutionary twist on the traditional diaper bag sets the standard for our “hands free” line. Combining comfort and style, you can change, feed, and entertain your child with ease and no one will be able to tell you are wearing your diaper bag. We have strategically placed pockets for all of the baby-care essentials that a diaper bag would hold. The jacket is constructed with high quality materials for ultimate durability and longevity. It is better looking than most fleece jackets available in sporting goods stores but with specific functionality for carrying all of your essential dad gear!<\/p>\n

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