Mountain Equipment
United Kingdom
Mountain Equipment is a British technical mountaineering and outdoor brand that says it has been making gear since 1961. Its range covers clothing, sleeping bags and packs for alpine climbing, mountaineering and hiking.
| Founded | 1961 (per company website) |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Segment | Sportswear and outdoor |
| Focus | Mountaineering, climbing and hiking equipment |
| Named technologies | GORE-TEX, Aetherm, Firestorm, Polygiene StayFresh |
| Website | mountain-equipment.com |
What is Mountain Equipment?
Mountain Equipment is an outdoor brand focused on technical equipment for climbing and mountain sports. According to the company's own website, it has been operating since 1961, and describes itself as a maker of gear for harsh environments for more than 50 years. The brand is not to be confused with Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC), the Canadian retailer, which is a separate business.
History
The company states that it has taken part in ascents of the world's highest peaks, has supported climbers on increasingly adventurous routes and has equipped record-setting trips to the North and South Poles. Detailed founder and ownership information was not available from the sources consulted, so this profile does not name an owner or founders.
Products and positioning
The website presents a range built around mountain use. Product groups include:
- Clothing for men and women, including jackets, tops, legwear and gloves, plus accessories, footwear and gaiters
- Sleeping bags, with named ranges such as Helium, Extreme Light, Glacier and Klimatic, and sleeping mats
- Packs and kitbags
- Gear organised by activity, including alpine climbing, mountaineering, rock climbing, hiking, mountain running, winter climbing and ski mountaineering
The site names several technologies used in its products, among them GORE-TEX, Aetherm Precision Insulation, Firestorm and Polygiene StayFresh. This places the brand in the performance end of the outdoor market rather than in casual outdoor fashion.
Why it matters
Mountain Equipment is one of the longer-established British specialist mountaineering labels, with a product range spanning shell clothing, insulation, sleeping bags and packs. For retailers and analysts, it is a reference point for specialist alpine kit in the UK outdoor sector.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mountain Equipment from?
Mountain Equipment is a British outdoor brand. Its website states that it has been operating since 1961.
What does Mountain Equipment make?
It makes technical clothing, sleeping bags, packs and accessories for climbing, mountaineering, hiking, mountain running and ski mountaineering.