THE TRAIL BUTTER STORY
The Boggess brothers have always been fueled by adventure — and by the real food their parents taught them to make. Growing up, they learned that simple, wholesome ingredients are the best fuel for exploring the outdoors.
That lesson inspired Jeff Boggess to pack natural nut butters, mixed nuts, honey, and dried fruits for his epic 8,900-mile bike tour from Germany to California, crossing Europe, Northern Africa, and the United States. And that big blue gap called the Atlantic? Jeff crossed it too — serving as crew on a 46-foot ketch from the Canary Islands to Martinique in the Caribbean over 26 days.
Along the way, he realized most energizing snacks came in bulky jars and inconvenient containers, taking up precious space in his panniers.
Somewhere in Arkansas, it hit Jeff — he could combine everything into one compact, portable pouch. The flavor and energy boost were so good, it was too delicious not to share. When Jeff’s brother Brad tried it, he blurted out, “Trail Butter?!”
United and inspired, the brothers launched Trail Butter in Portland, Oregon, selling their nut butter blends by bike at local farmers’ markets. Word spread fast. Trail Butter became a favorite among athletes and food lovers alike for its all-natural, portable, real-food energy. From the bike lanes to store shelves, including REI, Trail Butter continues to fuel adventurers coast to coast.
