The Backyard Banger Boom
In the world of outdoor living, most people think of grills, patio furniture, and maybe a cooler full of beer. Ty Aloe thought differently. What if the backyard could be a full-blown bar and prep space? A true kitchen experience, garden-hose fueled and party-ready?
That’s how Backyard Banger, the world’s first outdoor wet bar powered by a garden hose, was born. But the story starts long before a sleek, stainless steel box ever landed on a tradeshow floor.
“Everywhere we go, this thing is a blast… We’re just selling fun.”
While serving in the Army in 2004, Ty dreamt up what would become Backyard Banger. Constantly relocating, he longed for the functionality of a kitchen but with the freedom of outdoor living. Building a full outdoor kitchen made no sense with how often he moved, but a mobile, plug-and-play bar setup? That made all the sense in the world.
While consulting for startups after his ventures, Ty noticed a pattern: the rise of home goods, kitchen upgrades, and backyard products. COVID had pushed people to stay home and invest in their spaces, and because of it, the backyard and patio category was exploding. He and his crew tested using a photo-realistic prototype to run ads, asking people to reserve the product. The demand was instant. Within weeks, they had $300K in pre-orders.
Ty and his team built 60 Backyard Bangers in three weeks, learning everything from plumbing to powder-coating to logistics. Despite the chaos, they only missed their Kickstarter deadline by 45 days… Not bad for figuring it out on the fly.
They built more than just a new product: They built a new category. Think: full sink, counter space, prep zone, and drink station, all hooked up to your garden hose, with drainage and functionality that feels high-end and low-effort. Backyard Banger is built for entertainers, grillmasters, campers, and party hosts who are tired of running back and forth to the kitchen. One tagline says it all:
“A million trips to the kitchen saved.”
Scaling hasn’t been easy, though Ty and his team have sold over 100+ units already. From manufacturing headaches to figuring out pricing for different markets, Ty has faced plenty of sleepless nights. But he’s never lost the heart of the brand: fun, approachable, party-forward energy.
And he lives the brand (literally). Backyard Banger has become a ticket to every party. Ty gets invited to birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, etc. because the Banger is always the star of the show. At the National Hardware Show, he got a last-minute invite, showed up with the Backyard Banger, and started slinging cocktails. Soon, celebrity chef judges were crowding around his bar. By the end of the event, the Backyard Banger won “Most Loved Product” (People’s Choice). Reviews are glowing:
“Worth every penny.”
The Backyard Banger team is deep into R&D for new accessories, modular add-ons, and more accessible price points. They’ve proven demand, and now they’re setting their sights on retail, mass production, and scaling smart.
But the soul of the brand will always be what it was on day one—a tool for fun, connection, and unforgettable backyard moments.
Interested in getting one yourself? Check them out at https://bybanger.com/
