A Letter From Our Founder:
10 Years of SHIFTPOD – A Decade of Adventure!
What a wild ride it’s been! When we first launched, it felt like a rocket ship taking off - fast, exciting and a little unpredictable. And guess what? We’re still going full throttle!
Over the last decade, SHIFTPODS have journeyed across the globe, standing strong in extreme environments from the North and South Poles to the basecamp of Mt. Everest. They’ve been part of scientific missions, training exercises and some of the most remote adventures on Earth. But more than that, they’ve become a symbol of resilience, comfort and connection.
Through innovation and community, we've not only refined and evolved every aspect of our shelters—we’ve made a real impact. SHIFTPODS have provided emergency relief in Haiti, the Bahamas, Darfur, Iraq, Mexico City, Japan, Tibet and Greece. We’ve helped veterans get out into nature to heal, supported the Scouts and Sea Cadets, and assisted fire and hurricane victims in rebuilding their lives. We do it not because we have to, but because it’s the right thing to do.
The Next Giant Leap: SHIFTPODX
Ten years, countless adventures and so many lessons later—we’re taking everything we’ve learned and packing it into our boldest product line yet. Introducing SHIFTPODX!
Yes, we know—it's "X." But hey, it’s our tenth year, and we’ve crammed a decade of innovation into this one. So there you go!
My lifelong fascination with space and engineering has always fueled SHIFTPOD’s evolution, and our latest shelters proudly reflect this cosmic inspiration:
🚀 SHIFTPODX Rover – Compact yet mighty at 7’x7’, perfect for adventure seekers, Jeep owners and short-bed explorers. Now with two doors.
⛰️ SHIFTPODX Expedition – A rugged, go-anywhere 12’x12’ hexagon designed to handle extreme conditions like a portable basecamp.
🌅 SHIFTPODX Horizon – Spacious, versatile, and built for whatever the journey brings, featuring the bay door from the XL for even more flexibility. 12'x12' hexagon with an expanding awning.
Every SHIFTPODX is built with intention—NASA-inspired reflectivity, synthetic down insulation, larger windows, enhanced A/C and heat ports, stainless steel pins, carbon fiber hubs, aluminum ferrules, heavy-duty carry bags and the highest-quality Japanese YKK zippers. These aren’t just shelters; they’re fortresses against the elements, designed to set up fast, hold up strong and help you create incredible memories for years to come.
When you’re out in the middle of nowhere, it has to work. That’s why we build SHIFTPODS with the best materials and test them with a goal of zero failures.
Whether you’ve been with us since day one or you’re just discovering the adventure—thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Here’s to the next ten years of pushing boundaries, exploring new frontiers and making unforgettable memories!
The 2025 SHIFTPODX is ready for liftoff. The countdown is underway—early access pre-orders are launching soon!
Christian Weber
Founder & CEO
ASSI | SHIFTPOD
