Many of the materials and processes currently used in the production of softgoods in outdoor gear design are not sustainable and are harmful to the environment. The purpose of this study is to understand the current usage of materials and the production of waste in hopes of finding possible solutions through alternative materials and production methods. A literature review has been conducted to gauge current industry knowledge and possible emerging solutions related to materiality. This review has recognized the potential for new material development and application as well as the implementation of circular product lifecycle. Following the literature review, industry professionals were interviewed with a series of questions related to their personal experiences and opinions related to the softgoods industry. The results of the interviews indicate that participants are hopeful for the future of materiality in outdoor gear. Their responses center around potential solutions such as circular product life cycle, increased product durability, and reduced consumption of goods. The results from this study will be beneficial to professionals in the field of outdoor gear design and development. It should allow those involved with the production process to review and reconsider softgoods, their materiality, and their effects on the environment.