About Crux Prospecting

Crux Prospecting is a small Canadian company built around a simple idea: make prospecting gear I would want to use myself. Prospecting equipment should work well without being unnecessarily heavy, complicated, or difficult to carry.

I’m Cyle, the person behind Crux. I started designing prospecting equipment after becoming frustrated with the compromises in the gear available to me. Equipment that could process serious material was often bulky and difficult to transport, while lighter options, if available at all, sacrificed too much durability, features, or productivity. Like many other modern prospectors, my prospecting time is limited, so I need equipment that helps me make the most of every opportunity I get to go out to the creek.

I’m always trying to find a better balance: equipment that is easy to carry and understand, but still capable enough for experienced prospectors.

Crux’s equipment is made for real use in the field, with an emphasis on portability, straightforward setup, durable construction, and components that work together. From the Gold Trek Pro highbanker to our brushes, sluice matting, pumps, hoses, and accessories, every product is intended to solve a practical problem, not just add another item to the catalogue.

Crux remains a hands-on business. Product development, customer questions, warranty requests, and feedback are handled personally by me. That direct connection with customers is my favorite part of this venture and allows me to continue improving existing equipment and developing better ways to help people spend less time struggling with their gear and more time prospecting.

I also believe prospecting should be approachable. Someone buying their first serious piece of equipment should be able to understand it and use it confidently, while an experienced prospector should still have the features, performance and flexibility they expect.

If you would like to contact me, you can use the contact form. I am also active in the Crux Prospecting Club Facebook group along with many very dedicated and passionate users of Crux gear. Our group is small but growing and is a great place to ask questions, help troubleshoot or just share your own prospecting adventures.

I’ll see you on the creek.