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$80K /mo

Middle half earn $10K – $300K/mo

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Sustainable seaweed sweaters

Eco-friendly sweaters made from seaweed and Yak wool.

oliver-charles.com

$100K /mo Reported

Waterproof changing garment

Waterproof changing garment for outdoor activities.

showertoga.com

$30K /mo Reported

Electric bike sales hub

Electric bike retailer with upgrade components for competitors.

area13ebikes.com

$400K /mo Reported

Sustainable hiking socks

"Sustainable hiking socks inspired by Pacific Northwest beauty."

ftgusocks.com

$3K /mo Reported

Electric mobility solutions

'Electric mobility solutions for versatile terrain travel.'

envodrive.com

$1M /mo Reported

Premium ski goggles and helmets

Premium ski goggles and helmets for recreational skiers.

shopglade.com

$100K /mo Reported

Campervan parts marketplace

Campervan parts supplier for outdoor enthusiasts.

pantherrvproducts.com

$400K /mo Reported

Direct-to-consumer disc golf retailer

Direct-to-consumer disc golf retailer.

infinitediscs.com

$1M /mo Reported

Eco-friendly campfire mugs

Sustainable enamel campfire mugs for outdoor enthusiasts.

alpengraphics.com

$700 /mo Reported

Diy solar power kits

DIY solar kits for off-grid living.

renogy.com

$3M /mo Reported

Versatile fashion watches

Affordable fashion watches for adventurous young professionals.

branzio.com

$30K /mo Reported

Innovative bike lock solutions

Innovative bike locks merging seats and security.

seatylock.com

$300K /mo Reported

Portable pressurized shower

Portable, pressurized shower for outdoor adventures.

rinsekit.com

$200K /mo Reported

Anti-theft hydration pack

Anti-theft hydration packs for festival-goers.

lunchboxpacks.com

$60K /mo Reported

Lightweight ski mountaineering gear

High-performance gear for dedicated backcountry ski mountaineers.

haganskimountaineering.com

$90K /mo Reported

Minimalist shoe brand

Minimalist footwear for natural movement enthusiasts

xeroshoes.com

$4M /mo Reported

Handboard wave riding gear

Portable handboards enhancing bodysurfing fun and performance.

slydehandboards.com

$80K /mo Reported

Waterproof outdoor gear

Casual camping gear with unbeatable warranties.

dry.camp

$2K /mo Reported

Affordable online water sports

Affordable online water sports gear for Australians.

baysports.com.au

$100K /mo Reported

Comfortable snapback hats

Eco-friendly snapback hats with leather and brass snaps.

snappiesco.com

$2K /mo Reported

Ultralight dog adventure packs

Ultralight, durable backpacks for adventurous dogs.

dogpak.com

$4K /mo Reported

Tailored himalayan trekking tours

Trekking and adventure tours in the Himalayas.

heavenhimalaya.com

$10K /mo Reported

Stealthy hunting moccasins

Affordable moccasins for stealthy hunting.

silent-pursuit.com

$2K /mo Reported

Hiking gear review platform

Hiking tips and gear reviews for adventurous beginners.

gearuphiking.com

$1K /mo Reported

Premium relaxation hammocks

Premium hammocks for ultimate relaxation outdoors.

hammocksky.com

$80K /mo Reported

Idea	Revenue	Model	Growth	Customers	Tools	Details	Solo score A 0–100 estimate of how well-suited a business is to being run solo (or very lean). It blends team leanness, business model, growth channels, capital intensity, revenue per operator, tooling leverage and recency into one score. Higher = more solopreneur-friendly.
Sustainable seaweed sweaters oliver-charles.com Eco-friendly sweaters made from seaweed and Yak wool.	$100K /mo Reported	E-commerce +2	Facebook Community Advertising on social media +1	Eco-Conscious Consumers +3	+38	Founded 2020 · 2 co-founders · $20K to start	72	Build this
Waterproof changing garment showertoga.com Waterproof changing garment for outdoor activities.	$30K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Affiliate program Word of mouth +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +4	+18	Founded 2017 · Solo founder · $30K to start	68	Build this
Electric bike sales hub area13ebikes.com Electric bike retailer with upgrade components for competitors.	$400K /mo Reported	E-commerce +2	Word of mouth Email marketing +1	Cyclists +2		Founded 2015 · 6 people · $200 to start	63	Build this
Sustainable hiking socks ftgusocks.com "Sustainable hiking socks inspired by Pacific Northwest beauty."	$3K /mo Reported	E-commerce +4	Word of mouth Direct sales +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +3		Founded 2018 · Solo founder · $5K to start	59	Build this
Electric mobility solutions envodrive.com 'Electric mobility solutions for versatile terrain travel.'	$1M /mo Reported	Retail +3	Word of mouth Advertising on social media +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +4	+22	Founded 2015 · 30 people · $50K to start	52	Build this
Premium ski goggles and helmets shopglade.com Premium ski goggles and helmets for recreational skiers.	$100K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Word of mouth Advertising on social media +1	Recreational Skiers +2	+4	Founded 2016 · 3 people · $5K to start	72	Build this
Campervan parts marketplace pantherrvproducts.com Campervan parts supplier for outdoor enthusiasts.	$400K /mo Reported	E-commerce	Word of mouth Pay Per Click Advertising +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +1	SH +1	Founded 2011 · 12 people · $10K to start	57	Build this
Direct-to-consumer disc golf retailer infinitediscs.com Direct-to-consumer disc golf retailer.	$1M /mo Reported	E-commerce +2	Facebook Community Email marketing +1	Disc Golf Players +2	+26	Founded 2012 · 30 people · $50K to start	56	Build this
Eco-friendly campfire mugs alpengraphics.com Sustainable enamel campfire mugs for outdoor enthusiasts.	$700 /mo Reported	E-commerce +3	Word of mouth Advertising on social media +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +3		Founded 2019 · Solo founder · Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Germany	48	Build this
Diy solar power kits renogy.com DIY solar kits for off-grid living.	$3M /mo Reported	E-commerce +3	SEO Word of mouth +1	Retirees +4		Founded 2010 · 45 people · $200K to start	63	Build this
Versatile fashion watches branzio.com Affordable fashion watches for adventurous young professionals.	$30K /mo Reported	E Commerce +4	Advertising on social media SEO +1	Young Men Entering the ... +6	+3	Founded 2018 · 10 people · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Canada	60	Build this
Innovative bike lock solutions seatylock.com Innovative bike locks merging seats and security.	$300K /mo Reported	Physical product +4	Affiliate program Advertising on social media +1	Bike Riders Seeking Sec... +6	+31	Founded 2012 · 22 people · $3M to start	42	Build this
Portable pressurized shower rinsekit.com Portable, pressurized shower for outdoor adventures.	$200K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Advertising on social media SEO +1	Outdoor Enthusiasts +3	AD +33	Founded 2015 · 3 people · Vista, California, USA, United States	62	Build this
Anti-theft hydration pack lunchboxpacks.com Anti-theft hydration packs for festival-goers.	$60K /mo Reported	Direct to consumer +2	Affiliate program Word of mouth +1	Music Festival Goers +4	+6	Founded 2018 · 7 people · New York, New York, USA, United States	62	Build this
Lightweight ski mountaineering gear haganskimountaineering.com High-performance gear for dedicated backcountry ski mountaineers.	$90K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Direct sales Email marketing +1	Backcountry Ski Mountai... +7	+21	Founded 2010 · Solo founder · $10K to start	70	Build this
Minimalist shoe brand xeroshoes.com Minimalist footwear for natural movement enthusiasts	$4M /mo Reported	E Commerce +7	Word of mouth Pay Per Click Advertising +1	Barefoot Runners +7	+106	Founded 2009 · 83 people · Broomfield, Colorado, USA, United States	66	Build this
Handboard wave riding gear slydehandboards.com Portable handboards enhancing bodysurfing fun and performance.	$80K /mo Reported	E-commerce +2	Advertising on social media SEO +1	Bodysurfing Enthusiasts +10		Founded 2010 · 3 people · San Clemente, California, USA, United States	50	Build this
Waterproof outdoor gear dry.camp Casual camping gear with unbeatable warranties.	$2K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Advertising on social media SEO +1	Outdoors Enthusiasts +4	+1	Founded 2017 · 2 co-founders · Michigan, USA, United States	55	Build this
Affordable online water sports baysports.com.au Affordable online water sports gear for Australians.	$100K /mo Reported	E-commerce	Word of mouth Direct sales +1	Outdoors Enthusiasts +6	+9	Founded 2012 · Solo founder · Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Australia	63	Build this
Comfortable snapback hats snappiesco.com Eco-friendly snapback hats with leather and brass snaps.	$2K /mo Reported	E-commerce +1	Advertising on social media SEO	Outdoors Enthusiasts +3	+4	Founded 2017 · Solo founder · Houston, Texas, USA, United States	57	Build this
Ultralight dog adventure packs dogpak.com Ultralight, durable backpacks for adventurous dogs.	$4K /mo Reported	E-commerce +5	Word of mouth Advertising on social media +1	Dog Owners +3	+32	Founded 2023 · Solo founder · $20K to start	70	Build this
Tailored himalayan trekking tours heavenhimalaya.com Trekking and adventure tours in the Himalayas.	$10K /mo Reported	Guided tours +1	Word of mouth Advertising on social media +1	Adventure Travelers +2		Founded 2020 · 6 people · $20K to start	42	Build this
Stealthy hunting moccasins silent-pursuit.com Affordable moccasins for stealthy hunting.	$2K /mo Reported	E-commerce	Advertising on social media Facebook Community +1	Hunters +1	LI	Founded 2021 · Solo founder · $10K to start	55	Build this
Hiking gear review platform gearuphiking.com Hiking tips and gear reviews for adventurous beginners.	$1K /mo Reported	Affiliate marketing +2	Affiliate program Word of mouth +1	Beginner Hikers +3	+13	Founded 2019 · Solo founder · $2K to start	67	Build this
Premium relaxation hammocks hammocksky.com Premium hammocks for ultimate relaxation outdoors.	$80K /mo Reported	E-commerce	Advertising on social media Brand Authenticity +1	Homeowners +2		100 people · $50 to start · Hollywood, Kentucky, USA, United States	51	Build this

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