I started playing hockey in 2024 and instantly fell in love with the sport. The only thing I didn't love was the hassle of unpacking all my gear after every skate just so it could dry properly. That daily inconvenience got me thinking-and led to the creation of a smarter solution.

I designed a gear bag that doesn't just carry your equipment-it dries, heats, and freshens it, without adding extra bulk or weight. No more unloading sweaty pads or frozen skates in the Montana winter. When I get home, I just drop the bag in the garage, hook up the blower, and let it do its thing. The warm air flows right through the gear, helping it dry fast and stay fresh.

And before I head to the rink? I flip the blower on 30 minutes early, and my gear is warm and ready to go. It's a game-changer.

And for those who aren't ready to replace their bag, I also designed an insert that slips into most existing gear bags. It adds the same drying, heating, and freshening function-plus organization for bags that don't have it built in.

Now, every time I'm in the locker room, teammates are asking when they can get one. I'm excited to finally bring this to market-because no one should have to deal with wet, cold, or smelly gear ever again.