The purpose of GHI is to facilitate a more active lifestyle through cycling. I didn't set out to make a political statement or change the world. I made my products here in my hometown of Seattle because it felt right. I use Swiss Schoeller fabric because I can stand behind it.
I just finished watching the movie True Cost and I must say that I feel a bit vindicated. Everyone to whom I spoke in the fashion industry has said that I must produce overseas if I want to even have a chance at success. I'm holding firm on my business model of hometown production using the finest fabrics available. Only 3% of garments sold in the US are made onshore, I'm proud that Greenlite Heavy Industries is a three percenter