Back in 1994, our founder faced a dilemma: Get wet, or get waterproof. Whether trekking in Nepal, mountain biking in China, or on some other exotic adventure, his kit kept getting soaked. His solution: Design the world's first waterproof money belt to keep his essentials safe and dry. That first AQ product proved a major hit, and more waterproof innovations soon followed. 25 years later, Curt's spirit of adventure, love of nature, and desire for functional and durable gear remains behind every product we create.