The Story Behind the Brand: Sherpa Adventure Gear

The Story Behind the Brand: Sherpa Adventure Gear

Sherpa Adventure Gear: A Small Brand Committed to Making a Big Impact

"Sherpa starts a journey. For you, it's off the beaten path to adventure and new experiences. For the children of Nepal, it's to opportunity and a brighter future."

Sherpa Adventure Gear is a brand known for its high-quality textiles and outdoor gear, but they are doing far more than just selling products to consumers. Sherpa Adventure Gear is a small brand committed to making a big impact. 

Sherpa Adventure Gear: A Small Brand Committed to Making a Big Impact

Sherpa Adventure Gear

"Sherpa starts a journey. For you, it's off the beaten path to adventure and new experiences. For the children of Nepal, it's to opportunity and a brighter future."

Sherpa Adventure Gear is a brand known for its high-quality textiles and outdoor gear, but they are doing far more than just selling products to consumers. Sherpa Adventure Gear is a small brand committed to making a big impact. 

 

Sherpa Adventure Gear

Sherpa Adventure Gear was founded as a living memorial to the Sherpas of Mt. Everest and was inspired by Nepal's spiritual lifestyle and rich culture. Sherpa Adventure Gear seeks to honor the unsung heroes of Everest by creating gear that earns the praise of the world's toughest high-­altitude climbers, the Sherpas themselves.

Many children in Nepal don't have access to primary education growing up, and Sherpa Adventure Gear is passionate about changing that. Sherpa believes that every single child has a right to education. The whole world benefits when we all have access to knowledge and skills to succeed. 

 

Founder

In 2003, Tashi Sherpa founded Sherpa Adventure Gear. Tashi Sherpa and his family founded the Seattle-based company to pay tribute to the Sherpa guides on Mount Everest and help communities in Nepal. 

Although Tashi and his family had already owned an import clothing business, Sherpa Adventure Gear was inspired by chance. In May of 2003, Tashi was walking down the streets of Manhattan, and a magazine caught his eye. This magazine commemorated the 50th anniversary of the first ascent of Everest, and a shockingly familiar face was on the cover. The face belonged to his uncle, one of the original Sherpas on Sir Edmund Hilary's celebrated 1953 expedition. 

As Tashi was reading the story of many unnamed Sherpa heroes living in poverty like his uncle, he felt compelled to share the story with a larger audience. It was then that Tashi set out to create Sherpa Adventure Gear. He was not a climber, so he asked the best high-altitude climbers in the world, Sherpas, to test his products. 

 

The Sherpa Heart in Action

 

Every Garment Tells a Story

Sherpa Adventure Gear creates, develops, and manufactures over 85% of its products in Nepal. Because of this, they provide thousands of jobs for Nepalese people. Nearly 500 people are employed at the Nepal production center, and over 1,000 local women hand-knit caps and sweaters, all while training others in their community to do the same and create more jobs in the future. 

 

From Nepal, With Love

Many Sherpa products are handcrafted in Nepal and support local women's co-ops by providing meaningful employment and income. The brand is inspired by the colors and patterns of the Himalayas and seeks to blend both design and tradition to bring Sherpa heritage to life. Small touches of Himalayan heritage are woven into every garment, such as Prayer Flag zipper pulls and print patterns based on ancient carvings. Every garment from Sherpa is finished with an Endless Knot, a symbol representing the unity of thought and action, words and deeds, wisdom and compassion.

 

Sustainability

The brand is conscious about how materials are produced and are constantly working to reduce their impact on the planet. Sherpa seeks to provide social and economic stability to the people of Nepal by offering steady employment, quality working conditions, and education opportunities for future generations.

Funding Schools in Nepal

Sherpa Adventure Gear is on a mission to educate children in Nepal and strengthen the lives of Nepalese families. For every item sold, the brand funds a day of school for a child in Nepal through the Paldorje Education Fund. Sherpa Adventure Gear aims to provide 10 million school days by 2030. When you wear Sherpa, you are helping a child access education and creating opportunities for a new generation.

Where to Shop

Sherpa Adventure Gear can be found in-store or online at Quest Outdoors

"When you wear Sherpa Adventure Gear, you're helping to teach a child and create opportunities for a new generation."

Where to Shop

Sherpa Adventure Gear can be found in store or online at Quest Outdoors. Here are some popular items from the brand!

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR WOMEN'S ROLPA JACKET: $75

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR MEN'S ROLPA JACKET: $75

Made with a two-sided anti-pill fabric that feels great against your skin, the Rolpa Jacket is perfect for layering with a hardshell during the winter or wearing on its own when a bit warmer. Each jacket is made in Nepal and this is reflected in the subtle Nepalese inspired trims.

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR WOMEN'S YUDEN PULLOVER SWEATER: $100

The combined extra fine merino wool and nylon blend of the Yuden Pullover Sweater give it that additional softness to keep you cosy when battling the outdoors in all its forms. The mountainous region of Bhutan is woven into the garment with their textiles and imagery deeply inspiring the Jacquard pattern of the sweater. This unique style is fitted with a high neck and shirttail hem for a classy yet practical look that will take you from hiking to the high street. A necessity for all occasions and a staple for your wardrobe.

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR MEN'S DUMJI SWEATER: $110

The men's Dumji sweater was inspired by sweaters worn on the first Everest expedition. The Dumji sweater is made of 5 gauge knit wool that not only provides comfort and warmth, but is naturally antimicrobial and moisture wicking.

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR WOMEN'S KALPANA TIGHT: $80

The Kalpana tights are the only tights you'll ever need. The supportive fit won't stretch out and will never fade. The Kaplana tights are lightweight, breathable and highly abrasion-resistant. Two zipper pockets are placed in just the right spot to hold your phone and passport without feeling bluky.

SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR MEN'S KUNDE 2.5-LAYER PANT: $99

Lightweight, waterproof and breathable, The Kunde 2.5-Layer Pant is seam sealed with an elastic waistband and 3/4 side zippers for easy on/off over layers and boots. The two-way side zippers allow for customized venting when needed on the trail. Caught in changing weather patterns, the Kunde Pant will keep you dry, comfortable and protected in any condition.

 

"When you wear Sherpa Adventure Gear, you’re helping to teach a child and create opportunities for a new generation."





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