# Hyperwear

> Hyperwear is an Austin, Texas functional-fitness equipment company founded in 2011 by inventor Dirk Buikema. It designs and manufactures patented, versatile training gear - most notably the low-profile Hyper Vest weighted vest, the sand-filled SandBell, the Hyper Rope weighted battle rope, and the Hyper Ruck rucking backpack. Sold direct-to-consumer and to gyms, tactical professionals, and rehab settings, the brand built its business around a single idea captured in its trademarked mission, 'Get Strong for Life.' In 2025 it landed on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies after posting 85% revenue growth from 2022 to 2024.

- **Founded:** 2011
- **Headquarters:** Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founders:** Dirk Buikema (Founder & CEO)
- **Team size:** ~11 employees
- **Products:** Hyper Vest (Elite, Pro, FIT), SandBell, Hyper Rope, Hyper Ruck, SteelBell
- **Notable:** Named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies (first appearance), 85% revenue growth from 2022 to 2024, Awarded a US patent for its SandBell sandbag training weights

## Products & services

- **Hyper Vest (Elite, Pro, FIT)** — Thin, low-profile adjustable weighted vests, including a women-specific FIT model, designed for comfort during real training.
- **SandBell** — Patented sand-filled neoprene sandbag weight that doubles as a slam ball, free weight, and dynamic training tool; brought to market in 2009.
- **Hyper Rope** — Weighted battle rope that delivers battle-rope training without needing a heavy anchored rope.
- **Hyper Ruck** — Modular rucking backpack with FlexLoad plates for load-based endurance and tactical training.
- **SteelBell** — Denser steel-shot weight alternative scaling up to 100 lbs for heavier loading.
- **Hybrid Race Sandbag System** — Sandbag system built for Hyrox and hybrid-race competition.
- **Cool2Shape / CoolOver cooling vests** — Metabolic cooling vests intended to support recovery and calorie burn.

## Achievements

- Named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies (first appearance)
- 85% revenue growth from 2022 to 2024
- Awarded a US patent for its SandBell sandbag training weights
- Pioneered the low-profile adjustable weighted-vest category with the Hyper Vest
- Featured in outlets including The New York Times and Men's Health

## Latest updates

- **2025-08** — Named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list after 85% revenue growth from 2022-2024.
- **2025-07** — Ran a Summer Strength promotion including 15% off weighted vests.
- **2025-01** — Expanded product line including Hyper Vest FIT for women and sustainability initiatives using recycled steel and PFAS-free fabrics.

## Links

- Website: https://hyperwear.com
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/hyper-wear
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/hyperwear
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/hyperwear
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyperwear/
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/hyperwear

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Last updated: 2026-08-05