Because Life is an Adventure FALL/WINTER 2008
DVENTURE CAN HAPPEN ANYWHERE…The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Alps, the painted rock Contents Awalls of a southwestern desert, the cobblestone streets of an ancient city, or even your own backyard. Wherever your adventures lead, you need clothing and gear you can depend on to protect you from the elements. Sherpa Athletes 4 Each piece of Sherpa Adventure Gear has been designed, developed or tested with input from our team of spon- sored Sherpa guides. If it stands up to the rigors of living and climbing Men’s 6 Because Life is an Adventure in the Himalaya, you know it will stand up to your daily use and abuse. Base Layer 8 FALL/WINTER 2008 Mid Layer 12 However, our goal is to do more than just make high-quality clothing and gear for all your outdoor pursuits. Life Styles 13 Thermal Sherpas 17 The Sherpa heart in action Soft Shell 18 Hard Shell 21 Although climbers pay tens of thousands of dollars to climb peaks like Insulation 24 Everest, Sherpa guides regularly risk their lives yet rarely make better than poverty wages. When a Sherpa loses his or her life in the moun- A Tribute to tains their children suffer even more. Ang Gyalzen Sherpa 28 That is why we donate a percentage of all our sales to sponsoring Sherpa athletes and supporting organizations like the Sherpa Education Women’s 30 Fund. And we always look for ways to employ local Sherpa people and Base Layer 32 give back to the community we came from. Mid Layer 35 Life Styles 36 Each year we also find more ways to reduce our impact on the environ- ment—from using eco-friendly fabrics to choosing green packaging op- Thermal Sherpas 41 tions. Because we believe we are all children of this planet, and together Soft Shell 42 we can change the course of history for the better. Just like climbing Hard Shell 45 a mountain we need only work together, and take one small step at a Insulation 48 time, to reach our goal.
A Sherpa child near Namche Bazaar. Hats 50 Photo by Joseph Puryear Make your next adventure even more fulfilling than your last Sleeping Bags 53 Do not choose Sherpa Adventure Gear just because you can depend on it. Or simply because you love the way it looks, fits and functions. Instead, choose it because it because by doing so, ouy are also making a difference in the Sherpa Adventure Gear - 54 lives of others. The First Five Years Namaste Sizing and Color Chart 55
The center of the Sherpa culture - Namche Bazaar, Khumbu Region, Nepal. Background: Om Mani Padme Hum inscribed on a rock outside Namche Bazaar. Photos by Joseph Puryear www.sherpaadventuregear.com 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK www.sherpaadventuregear.com SHERPA ADVENTURE GEAR ATHLETES
LHAKPA RITA SHERPA - One of the world’s most experienced climbers with 10 successful
ita Mt. Everest summits Raised in Thame—the hometown of famed Everest climber Tenzing Norgay— Lhakpa Rita Sherpa is on track to be the first
R Sherpa to successfully climb the “seven summits” (the highest peaks on each of the seven continents.) He has guided on nu- merous mountains worldwide and summited Everest 10 times, Cho-Oyu three times, Mt. Vinson (in the Antarctica), Denali, Aconcagua and numerous peaks in the Cascades including Mounts Baker and Rainier. Known as the “Best Sirdar in the Khumbu”, Lhakpa Rita is recognized by other mountain guides, Sirdars and climbers for
hakpa his unique expertise and experience, and is one of only a few Sherpas working as a full-time mountain guide around the
L world. Lhakpa Rita guides primarily for Alpine Ascents and lives in Shoreline, Washington with his wife and children. Favorite Sherpa Gear: Lungta Hybrid Jacket
NURI SHERPA - Professional Himalayan alpinist, with ascents of four 8,000 meter peaks
uri Born in 1970, Nuri Sherpa is a highly skilled climber with a wide range of mountaineering experience—he has already climbed Everest from both sides, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Pumori, Dhaulagiri and a host of other high peaks in the Himalayas. N Nuri is a perfectionist, eminently dependable, and honest with his comments on our gear. Always ready to help, never flus- tered, Nuri Dai (big brother) has endeared himself to the Sherpa Adventure Gear team in Nepal. Living in Kathmandu with his wife and two children, Nuri divides his time between leading expeditions for Climb High during the climbing season and helping our research and development team during the off season. This year he is moving to Seattle to work with us in our U.S.A. office. Favorite Sherpa Gear: Lobutse Jacket
PASANG LHAMU SHERPA - Mountaineering and trekking instructor for the Nepal Mountain Instructor Association Born in Lukla, the starting point for most expeditions, Pasang Lhamu Sherpa has always been interested in climbing. How- ever, she didn’t actually start climbing until 2003, after attending college in Kathmandu. asang
P In four short years Pasang Lhamu has summited Everest from the Tibet side, Yala Peak, Nangpai Gusung and Island Peak. She has also traveled to Italy and France to take mountaineering courses, and climbed numerous peaks there as well. Today, in addition to working as an instructor and part time trekking guide, she is the primary care taker of her 14 year old sister. Pasang Lhamu hopes to summit Everest from the south side this spring. Favorite Sherpa Gear: Halka Jacket
MINGMA TENZING SHERPA - Professional mountain and trekking guide Mingma Tenzing Sherpa started working as an assistant guide to his father during holiday vacations when he was just 14 years old. After attending the Hillary school in Khumjung, he went on to high school and college in Kathmandu. Though, Mingma has a degree in Physical Science, he has always wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps. To date he has climbed
ingma Lobutse, Island Peak and Mera Peak (6000 meter peaks). He has also traveled to Spain twice to work and learn the language.
M Although Mingma Tenzing would like to climb higher peaks, his family doesn’t allow him to due to the risk. Married with no children, he works as a guide for Climb High during the climbing season and in the Italian Research Center in Lobutse during the off-season. Favorite Sherpa Gear: Thyangboche Down Jacket
Evening on the north side of Mt. Everest. Athlete photos by Joseph Puryear Photo by Joseph Puryear www.sherpaadventuregear.com 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK www.sherpaadventuregear.com MEN’S
Gazing out at Mt. Genyen, Kham, Tibet. Photo by Joseph Puryear B ASE L AY E R - M EN’S OU DON’T HAVE TO BE A SHERPA to survive—and thrive—in extreme environments. You just need the right clothing…Starting with a base layer that wicks away moisture and keeps you comfortable in everything from the best to the worst conditions. We’ve used the latest technologies like “intelligent” Lobsang Top New Oekotex®-certified fabric Y Mountaineers and trekkers know that keeping your core warm moisture management fabric, sustainable, odor-repellent bamboo charcoal and eco-friendly, itch-free merino wool to make base layer clothing you’ll be and dry goes beyond comfort; it can mean survival. This all- comfortable in for days on end. season, silk-weight base layer is the perfect choice whether you are scaling high summits, skiing snowy peaks, or out on a day hike. Hero Top • Maximum wicking power keeps you dry and warm When the sun comes out in the high Himalaya, the temperatures can get sur- • Curved side panels assure a snug fit for easy layering • Flat seams and soft silk weight fabric eliminates chafing prisingly hot. That’s where this high-tech, long-sleeve tee shirt comes in. The • Antistatic and anti-snag for the highest comfort cotton/poly blend tee is the ideal companion for hiking, biking, or just trekking Fabric: 100% Polyester Knit Oekotex® Certified Fabric around town. • Ribbed construction provides a touch of stretch for added comfort • Stylish raglan sleeves reduce chafing under your pack straps SPD12105L S-XL 165 g. (5.8 oz.) • Slim fit makes for easy layering without bulk Black • Classic round neck style shirt is great to wick away sweat • Soft brushed knit, with Sherpa screen print Darjeeling Mist Fabric: 80% Cotton / 20% Polyester Pani *
STC12337 S-XL 310 g. (10.9 oz.)
Chive
Tandoori Spice *
Kharani
Toast Ermang
Lobsang Bottom New Oekotex®-certified fabric Versatility is key in the backcountry. These silk-weight bottoms are Rai Merino Wool Top ideal under your shell pants or an additional layer. Or, wear them Being well prepared is everything when you battle the cold and snow. This alone as super lightweight, moisture-wicking pants if the weather heavy weight, waffle knit merino wool offers the most insulation of any of our turns warm. wool base layers, making it ideal for seriously cold conditions. • Gusseted crotch allows for full freedom of movement • Curved side panels assure a snug fit for easy layering • Waffle knit wool traps warm air for added insulation • Elastic waistband for a flat, perfect fit • Naturally moisture-wicking, odor resistant merino is also itch-free • Flat seams eliminate chafing • Athletic, contour hugging fit for easy layering • Machine washable for easy care Fabric: 100% Polyester Knit Oekotex® Certified Fabric Fabric: 100% Merino Wool SPD18443 S-XL 190 g. (6.7 oz.)
SN12364 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) Black
Black
Peepal Green
Thala *
Neelo
Nuri Sherpa hiking in the Annapurna Region, Nepal. Sherpa Adventurewww.sherpaadventuregear.com Gear founder Tashi Sherpa on Mt. Rainier, WashingtonBase State. Layer - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK base layer - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com Photo by Joseph Puryear Photo by Joseph Puryear Gurung Merino Wool Mock Tee Baans Tech Quarter-Zip It’s a cold evening, and you’re on your way to meet fellow trekkers to discuss When the sun comes out, cold mountain mornings can give way to surprisingly tomorrow’s hike. This mock turtleneck top is the perfect choice. Itch-free toasty afternoons. This shirt can handle both thanks to eco-friendly bamboo merino wool is comfortable right next to your skin, and is lightweight enough charcoal that absorbs and disperses sweat fast. Plus, this amazing fabric is to layer easily for extra warmth. deodorizing, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, so you can wear it day after day. • Naturally odor resistant, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial • Zip neck helps you cool off as the day gets warm • Eco-friendly Merino wool is itch-free for all but the most sensitive skin • Made with naturally moisture-wicking, odor-resistant, renewable, eco-friendly bamboo • Machine washable for easy care • Raglan sleeves and flat lock stitches reduce chafing under pack straps Fabric: 100% Merino Wool Fabric: 65% Polyester / 35% Bamboo Charcoal Polyester
SN12366 S-XL 300 g. (10.3 oz.) SP12327 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.)
Black Kharani
Kharani * Subji Green
Chive Jumla Orange
Amdo Bronze *
Rara Blue
Gurung Merino Wool Bo om Baans Long Sleeve Top These itch-free merino wool bottoms are bound to become Baans means bamboo in Nepali - making it an apt name for this shirt. your favorite base layer for mixed activity levels and With more bamboo charcoal than any of our other base layers, it’s our variable conditions. Ideal for skiing, mountaineering, most deodorizing, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal option for strenuous ice climbing or just hiking around; they naturally resist activities. odors, wick moisture and stay warm when wet for all day • Made with renewable, eco-friendly bamboo comfort. • Bamboo’s natural moisture management properties keep you dry and warm Monks practicing their debating skills at the Sera Monastery near Lhasa, Tibet. • Naturally odor resistant, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial • Extra bamboo keeps you feeling and smelling fresh longer Photo by Joseph Puryear • Eco-friendly merino wool is itch-free for all but the most sensi- • Flat lock stitches reduce chafing tive skin Fabric: 56% Bamboo Charcoal Polyester / 44% Polyester • Soft elastic waistband with fly Tsepun Top Paljor Top • Machine washable for easy care Designed specifically for Sherpa Adventure Gear, our state-of-the-art Stay dry during even the most vigorous climbs in this high- SP12328L S-XL 160 g. (5.6 oz.) Fabric: 100% Merino Wool Dry Zone® “intelligent” fabric is semi-waterproof, fast-wicking and tech, Dry Zone® base layer. Made of the same “intelligent” Lama Red dries in one second flat. And thanks to its high-tech thermal conduc- fabric as the Tsepun, this crew neck is ideal on it’s own for cool tivity control, it will keep you toasty warm. If you plan to invest in weather activities. Or, use this moisture-sensing shirt under SN18511 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.) Monsoon Gray * just one super-lightweight layering piece this year, this is it. layers to create your own climate control center. It’s one item Black you’ll always have room for in your pack. • Blocks 99% of UV rays so you don’t get burned at high elevations Kharani * • So light it floats! • Blocks 99% of UV rays • Woven with anti-bacterial silver ions to minimize odors • Semi-waterproof fabric barely lets rain penetrate and dries in just • Flat lock seams and raglan sleeves reduce chafing under straps one second Fabric: 82% Nylon / 18% Polyester Dry Zone® • So light it floats! • Woven with anti-bacterial silver ions to minimize odors Fabric: 82% Nylon / 18% Polyester Dry Zone® SP12343 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.)
Kharani / Black SP12344 S-XL 255 g. (8.9 oz.) Chive / Peepal Green Kharani / Black Lama Red / Pangboche Red Chive / Peepal Green * Khumbu Night / Neelo * Lama Red / Pangboche Red Tchampa / Toast Ermang Khumbu Night / Neelo
10 www.sherpaadventuregear.com Base Layer - men’s Tchampa / Toast Ermang 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK base layer - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 11 • • M ID L AY E R - M EN’S L IFE S T Y L E S - M EN’S VEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE COLD, you can still quickly work up a sweat skiing, climbing or hiking. And sweat can kill. The solution to staying HREE DAYS ON THE TRAIL. Two in town. A night on a train, followed by a long climb to a lofty summit with astonishing views. Blissfully achy evenings E dry and comfortable in any temperature is wearing layers you can pull on and off at will. When you need more than just a lightweight base layer to keep T spent enjoying a pitcher and a slice of pie, or a steaming bowl of daal bhaat in some far-flung mountain village. Thanks to a seamless blend of technical you warm, but you don’t want too much bulk or insulation, these toasty yet breathable mid-weight pieces are the perfect addition to your layering system. fabrics and street styling, these versatile pants and shirts are made to do all of that and more.
Jaaro Micro-Fleece Top Tashi II Mock Neck Updated Fabric When you need a lightweight, highly-packable piece that offers Function and style merge in this technical, wool blend sweater. Its roomy more warmth than your typical base layer, but isn’t as heavy as a yet athletic cut lets you put a base-layer underneath without feeling bulky sweater, this micro fleece shirt fits the bill to a tee. Wear it alone on under a shell. This season we’ve updated the fabric so it has more stretch. Gandaki Top chilly days, or layer it for maximum warmth in cold weather or at The Kali Gandaki River is noted for its deep gorge and white water rafting. • Left side quarter-zip lets you ventilate without chafing your chin This soft, stylish shirt is popular with rafters and guides alike. It has all the high elevations. • Wool blend fabric is quick-drying, breathable and comfortable • Zippered Elephant Skin arm pocket holds essentials technical features you need for a long day outdoors like a mesh back panel, • Wicking finish helps keep you dry and comfortable quick-dry fabric, and gusseted arms for unrestricted mobility. • Raglan sleeves reduce chafing under pack straps Fabric: 62% Acrylic / 27% Wool / 9% Polyester / 2% Spandex • Side zip pocket keeps necessities close at hand • Zippered Napoleon and chest pockets carry essentials securely • Smooth outer finish improves durability • Machine-wash and dry— Hi-tech fabric blend won’t shrink or stretch when wet SPD12432 S-XL 490 g. (17.3 oz.) • Mesh back panel provides air flow to keep you dry Fabric: 100% Polyester Micro Fleece • Wicking fabric dries quickly when wet Kharani Fabric: 58% Nylon / 38% Polyester / 4% Elastic SMF12347 S-XL 230 g. (8.1 oz.) Chive * Amdo Bronze Black SN12433 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) Kharani Neelo Peepal Green Tandoori Spice Pangboche Red * Rara Blue * Kharani
Sheetal Convertible Pant When the morning starts out cool but the afternoon sun beats down hard on Jaaro Micro-Fleece Pant Yolmu Top your shoulders, you’ll be glad you started the day wearing these pants. Our Wherever your adventures take you, you won’t Yolmu (or Helambu as it’s known in Nepali) is a favorite trekking destination in Nepal lightest weight convertible, the Sheetal offers surprising durability and three- want to go without these cozy, versatile micro fleece thanks to its stunning scenery. When you’re on your way there (or just about anywhere season comfort in one highly-packable garment. pants. Jaaros are perfect all by themselves on cool else) consider wearing this good-looking base layer. The innovative, blended fabric wicks • Ankle zips make it easy to remove pant leg over your boots days. Or, layer them over—or under—other pieces away sweat and resists water and stains. And its soft hand, slight stretch and street-wor- • Alternating horizontal and vertical cargo pockets hold all your essentials for added warmth in cold conditions. thy style make it the kind of shirt you never want to take off. • Partial elastic waist with integrated webbing belt for a snug fit • Elastic waist with drawstring for a comfortable fit • “Intelligent” fabric uses an exothermic reaction to convert moisture into heat • Quick-drying, anti-microbial nylon provides UPF 40 sun protection • Comfy micro fleece is warm yet breathable • Small zippered arm pocket carries small items securely Fabric: 100% Nylon Supplex® • Front handwarmer pockets and a zip thigh pocket hold • Thumbholes in cuffs keep sleeves from bunching up keys, cash, lip balm etc. Fabric: 35% Polyester / 31% Acrylic / 27% Cotton / 7% Warm Fresh SN18395 S-XL 318 g. (11.2 oz.) Fabric: 100% Polyester Micro Fleece Thala SN12429 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) SMF18472 S-XL 230 g. (8.1 oz.) Tchampa * Toast Ermang Black Peepal Green Chive Kharani * Kharani Misted Yellow *
Lama Red
Taking a stroll in Boudhanath. 12 www.sherpaadventuregear.com MID Layer - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Photo by Joseph Puryear www.sherpaadventuregear.com 13 Indra Long Sleeve 4-Way Stretch Shirt Suren Shirt Loba Long Sleeve Top If you plan on carrying a pack, plan on wearing this soft, styl- The perfect trekking and traveling shirt. With five versatile Named after the Loba people—a small ethnic group living in ish plaid shirt under it. It’s built without annoying shoulder pockets, you can carry your wallet, visa, boarding pass, ID, pen, the cold, upper elevations of the Mustang region—this fleece seams to reduce chafing under your pack straps. Named after snack bar, chap stick, iPod and more. Moisture-wicking, stretch sweater will keep you warm in the harsh conditions of the high the ancient Hindu god of weather, the water repellent, 4-way micro-ripstop fabric keeps you comfortable from train to trail. steppe. And thanks to stylish reverse fabric elbow patches and stretch fabric also provides UPF 40 sun protection so you stay • Wicking fabric dries quickly when wet detail stitch lines, it looks right at home in town too. comfortable through both showers and sunbeams. • Zippered Napoleon chest pocket for essentials • Soft, warm fleece fabric wicks away your sweat • Designed without shoulder seams to reduce chafing • Back mesh vents and roll-up sleeves keep you cool • Raglan sleeves and gusseted arms for unrestricted mobility • 2 zippered chest pockets carry essentials securely • Fabric stretches to move with you • Super water repellency, soil resistant fabric • Fabric is water repellent and provides UPF 40 sun protection Fabric: 94% Nylon Stretch Ripstop / 6% Elastic Fabric: 100% Polyester Fabric: 85% Nylon / 15% Spandex SN12367 S-XL 270 g. (9.5 oz.) SPD12428 S-XL 390 g. (13.8 oz.) SN12423L S-XL 210 g. (7.4 oz.) Kharani Black
Subji Green * Chive Monsoon Grey
Monsoon Grey Rara Blue * Neelo
Lama Red Toast Ermang Toast Ermang * Rara Blue
Saba-Tek Pant Durable Elephant Skin Fabric Babu Pant Durable Elephant Skin Fabric Arjun Pant According to Buddhist records, Sakyamuni, the founder of The non-convertible version of our durable Elephant Skin If you’re looking for a lightweight nylon pant, but you don’t want Buddhism, entered nirvana under the Saba tree. No matter Sardars, these full-featured, abrasion resistant pants are sure to a convertible, these are what you’re after. They’re the full-pant what the season, you can go in search of your own nirvana be a favorite of trekkers and climbers alike. Four-way stretch, version of our Sheetal—minus the cargo pockets. in these versatile, technical, abrasion resistant pants. articulated knees and a crotch gusset allows you to move freely • Bungee hem with drawcord keeps scree and bugs out • Articulated knees, 4-way stretch and gusseted crotch for mobility during all your most active pursuits. • 2 zippered back pockets and a side seam pocket hold all your essentials • Partial elastic waist with integrated webbing belt for a snug fit and comfort • Ankle zips make it easy to remove pants over boots • Quick-drying, anti-microbial nylon provides UPF 40 sun protection • Ankle zips for easy on/off over boots • 5 zip pockets—including two vertical cargos—offer ample storage • Articulated knees lets pants move with you • Instep patches for added durability during rough scrambling or • Gusseted crotch and articulated knees for total range of motion spring tours • Integrated webbing belt provides a no-worries fit Fabric: 100% Nylon Supplex® • Large zip pockets carry snack bars, lip balm and more Fabric: 96% Nylon / 4% PU Fabric: 89% Nylon / 11% PU SN18494 S-XL 375 g. (13.2 oz.)
SSN18445 S-XL 510 g. (17.9 oz.) Thala Mingma Sherpa SN18449 S-XL 470 g. (16.6 oz.) Photo by Joseph Puryear Thala Tchampa Tchampa * Tchampa Peepal Green Peepal Green Sardar I Shirt Sardar Convertible Pant Durable Elephant Skin Fabric Peepal Green * Kharani * In the world of Himalayan mountaineering, the Sardar is the leader of the porters and The ultimate hiking, trekking, climbing, traveling companion, these Black Black Sherpas. This shirt is one any Sardar would be happy to wear for a day on the trails—or abrasion-resistant Elephant Skin convertibles are made to stand up a month-long trek. The mesh-lined back and underarm vents, along with UPF 40 sun to long days in craggy mountains. Heavier than the Sheetal, these protection, make this lightweight, ripstop nylon shirt an ideal choice when the going are what you need in any place where temperatures plummet at gets hot. Plus, its antimicrobial properties keep you smelling fresh for days on end. night yet get quite toasty during the day. • Zippered napoleon and chest pockets carry essentials securely • Ankle zips make it easy to remove pant leg over your boots • Mesh-lined back and underarm vents keep you cool • Three zippered pockets hold snacks, cash, keys securely • Light weight, compressibility and easy care make this shirt ideal for packing • Gusseted crotch for total range of motion Fabric: 100% Nylon Supplex® Ripstop • Integrated belt for a no-worries fit Fabric: 96% Nylon / 4% PU SN12099 S-XL 250 g. (8.1 oz.) SN18407 S-XL 500 g. (17.6 oz.) Subji Green Thala * Tchampa * Tchampa Tandoori Spice Peepal Green Khumbu Night Black 14 www.sherpaadventuregear.com LIFE STYLES - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK LIFE STYLES - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 15 •
Amdo Merino Wool Hoodie Mingma Wool Shirt If you like wearing a hoodie, you’ll never want to take this wool one off. Remember your old buttoned wool shirt? This one uses modern touches and Whether you are exploring forgotten forests and villages in the historic Tibetan technology to make it way better than the old classic. Hi-tech nylon blended T HERMAL S H E R PA S - M EN’S region of Amdo, or just kicking back enjoying a micro-brew, the soft merino into the wool helps the Mingma keep its shape—wet or dry, Velcro and hidden wool will keep you comfortable through a wide range of temperatures and zip closures secure pockets, and button-downs hidden under the collar keep it OMETIMES YOU NEED A SERIOUS PIECE OF INSULATION you can layer. Other times, you just need to zip into something warm to run errands activity levels. from curling up over time. S around town. Our Thermal Sherpas do both with ease. Made from the latest synthetic and wool blend fabrics for optimal comfort in a wide range of • Merino wool is naturally wicking, anti-microbial, odor-resistant, and itch-free • Wool blend has a soft feel with less itch than wool alone temperatures, these cozy fleece sweaters are a must-have on any outdoor adventure. • Easy-pull drawstring hood stays secure in the wind • Mesh back vent for increased breath ability • Raglan sleeves for ease of movement • 2 Velcro chest pockets and one zip chest pocket carry items securely • Front zip pockets hold essentials • Hidden collar buttons fight curling so your shirt looks new longer • Machine washable for easy care Fabric: 80% Wool / 20% Nylon Nuri Merino Wool Jacket Fabric: 100% Merino Wool If you think wool is an old-fashioned, itchy, saggy fabric; think again. Unlike SN12369 S-XL 600 g. (21.2 oz.) “traditional” wool, the Merino in this fleece is much finer, softer, and best of all SN12368 S-XL 390 g. (13.8 oz.) itch-free. It also naturally provides exceptional breathability, moisture manage- Peepal Green * ment, odor resistance and temperature regulation so you stay comfortable in Black * Khumbu Night changing conditions. Thanks to a touch of nylon, this jacket also retains its Peepal Green Tandoori Spice shape beautifully—even when wet. Thala • Eco-friendly merino wool is naturally soft and warm without itching Toast Ermang • Water repellent and quick to dry if wet Neelo • Zippered chest and handwarmer pockets for essentials • Machine wash and dry for easy care Fabric: 86% Wool / 14% Nylon
S14185 S-XL 550 g. (24.3 oz.)
Black
Kharani
Peepal Green
Amdo Bronze *
Khampa Hoodie Any time you’re out in the elements, the right clothing is critical. But you don’t have to break the bank to get the gear you need. Whether you are climbing Tamang Merino Wool Top Chitwan Top high peaks, hiking in your local woods, or running errands around town, this The Tamang are an ethnic Tibetan tribe that lives primarily in the hills around Riding an elephant on safari in southern Nepal’s Chitwan National hooded sweater is the ideal choice for the backcountry enthusiast on a budget. Kathmandu. Named in their honor, this classic 3-button polo shirt is made of Park offers a wholly different experience from the high Himalaya. And this year we’ve made it even softer. These burly canvas pants will stand up to that and a whole lot more. decidedly technical merino wool—giving it all the moisture management and • Elastic binding on hem and cuffs keeps weather out/ heat in temperature regulation ability you need for a day of trekking and touring in • 6 pockets—including two cargoes—offer ample storage • 3 zip pockets with Elephant Skin overlay keep essentials safe and dry Nepal, or anywhere else. • Gusseted crotch for added mobility • Handy, attached hood for added warmth in cold climes • Ankle zips for easy on/off over boots • Naturally itch-free merino wool is odor-resistant and moisture-wicking • Brushed face reduces pilling • Zippered chest pocket secures small items Fabric: 100% Cotton Canvas Fabric: 100% Polyester Knit Heather • Machine washable for easy care • Athletic cut makes this a non-bulky layering option SN18502 S-XL 660 g. (23.3 oz.) SPF14165 S-XL 580 g. (20.5 oz.) Fabric: 100% Merino Wool Thala Kharani SN12427 S-XL 350 g. (12.3 oz.) Tchampa * Chive Tchampa * Monsoon Grey Amdo Bronze Tchampa
Neelo * Namgyal Jacket This innovative jacket transitions easily from town to mountain thanks to a warm wool outer bonded to a soft, micro-fleece lining. And thoughtful features like a zippered chest pocket with headphone port make this the first jacket you’ll reach for in cold weather. • Insulating, breathable fabric keeps you cozy in a variety of conditions • Wool/polyester blend is washable for easy care • 3 zippered pockets, including one with a headphone port, keep essentials close Fabric: 54% Polyester / 46% Wool
SPF14127 S-XL 700 g. (24.7 oz.)
Black *
Toast Ermang
Nuri Sherpa on Mt. Everest. 16 www.sherpaadventuregear.com LIFE STYLES - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Photo by Lhakpa Rita Sherpa www.sherpaadventuregear.com 17 Lobutse II Jacket The Lobutse II jacket features four-way stretch fabric on the outside, soft polyester fleece on the inside, and a breathable, wind and water S OFT S H E L L - M EN’S repellent membrane sandwiched between. So this jacket will keep you warm and comfortable as you trek to the summit of its namesake EOPLE OFTEN ASK…“What exactly is a soft shell?” We define them as highly versatile pants and jackets you can wear alone as outerwear, or layer peak—or anywhere else. P comfortably under your hard shells for the ultimate in wintertime versatility. Made of stretchy, flexible fabrics, soft shells offer the ideal combination of • 3-layer bonded fabric is highly breathable, plus wind and water repellent • Stretch fabric and articulated elbows are perfect for climbing and skiing warmth and breathability for more active pursuits—plus protection from all but the wettest conditions. Once you own one, you’ll wonder what you ever did • Handy chest pocket plus two hand-warmer pockets hold small items without it (and you’ll likely want another). • Velcro cuff adjustments keep cold air out Fabric: 75% Polyester / 20% PU / 5% Spandex
SL14210 S-XL 480 g. (16.9 oz.)
Neelo / Kharani
Toast Ermang / Kharani
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Himal Pant Designed for ice climbing, these 4-way stretch soft shell pants are made from the same 3-layer fabric as our Lobutse jacket. Wear them anytime you need a high degree of water repellency, but you’re most concerned about mobility and breathability. • 3-layer bonded fabric is highly breathable, plus wind and water repellent • Gusseted crotch and articulated knees for unrestricted range of motion • Elastic waist with integrated webbing belt for a secure fit • 6 zip pockets—2 side, 2 back, 2 cargo—keep essentials handy • Ankle zips for easy on/off over boots Fabric: 75% Polyester / 20% PU / 5% Spandex
Peter Inglis on the first ascent of Peak 5,965m in east Tibet. SSN18509 S-XL 500 g. (17.6 oz.) Photo by Joseph Puryear Black
Rongbuk Jacket Rumtek Pant Kharani * Climbers pass the highest monastery on earth, Rongbuk, at 16,500 feet on the Soft shell pants have quickly become a favorite of hikers, climb- Toast Ermang way to Mount Everest. This namesake jacket is designed to keep you dry and ers, skiers and mountaineers alike thanks to their versatility, comfortable during active pursuits when you’re not too worried about rain…like durability and comfort. Like the Rongbuk jacket, these pants use trekking to base camp, climbing or Nordic skiing. Its lightweight, hollow yarns nano technology to create the perfect combination of warmth, suck up moisture and dry quickly, so you can worry less about getting chilled breathability and versatility for virtually any active pursuit. when you work up a sweat. And it layers easily under a shell. • Highly-breathable, fast drying fabric blocks 99% of harmful UV rays • Raglan sleeves and enhanced stretch allow you to move with ease • Elasticized, drawstring waist provides a comfortable fit • Drawcord hem keeps out the cold • Hygienic fabric makes odors disappear • 2 zip handwarmer pockets and a Napoleon pocket hold small items • 2 zippered pockets carry essentials or keep hands warm • Nano-tec fabric is highly-breathable, fast drying and blocks 99% of harmful UV rays • Ankle zips for easy on/off over boots Fabric: 50% Nylon / 44% Polyester / 6% Spandex Healtha® Fabric: 50% Nylon / 44% Polyester / 6% Spandex Healtha®
SL14203 S-XL 500 g. (17.6 oz.) SL18485 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.)
Black Black
Rara Blue
Lama Red * Daniel Zimmermann leading steep ice in Alaska. 18 www.sherpaadventuregear.com SOFT SHELL - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Photo by Joseph Puryear SOFT SHELL - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 19 Shishapangma II Jacket Baudha Jacket A terrific shell for active pursuits, this jacket is just a bit warmer and more Highly waterproof and breathable, the Baudha will keep you warm in mixed wind and water resistant than the Rongbuk. Whether you’re climbing towards mountain conditions. It’s also the ideal jacket for skiing and other stop and go H ARD S H E L L - M EN’S the windswept ridges of this jacket’s namesake mountain, or working your way activities thanks to a grid fleece inner facing that traps warm air when still, and down, the Shishapangma provides the perfect balance of mobility, air circula- moves air through when you’re working hard. URRICANE FORCE WINDS. MONSOON RAINS. BITTER COLD. Few areas of the world experience the kind of harsh weather and fast-moving storms that regularly assault climbers in the Himalaya. When nasty conditions set in, dependable outerwear can make the difference between an exciting tion, and wind and water resistance for cold temperatures. • Breathable, three-layer bonded fabric shrugs off damp, wind and cold H • 4-way stretch, articulated elbows and underarm gussets for mobility • Articulated elbows and underarm gussets add comfort while climbing or skiing adventure and total disaster. So all of our hard shells (and all of our products, in fact) are field tested by experienced Everest Sherpas to make sure you can • Nano technology gives this the most air circulation of any windproof jacket • Front pockets store essentials and provide shelter for your hands trust every piece to protect you from the elements. • Fast-absorbing, anti-microbial fabric keeps you feeling—and smelling—fresh • Collar cinch closes out chilly air • 40+ SPF UV protection repels the suns rays Fabric: 86% Polyester / 14% Elastic Windblock • Zippered sleeve pocket is just right for lip balm, ID, cash Fabric: 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex SL14162 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.)
SL14177 S-XL 460 g. (16.2 oz.) Black Chive * Black Rara Blue Chive / Subji Green Amdo Bronze Neelo / Khumbu Night *
Lama Red / Pangboche Red
Kala Pathar Pant Pheriche Vest Built of the same 4-way stretch, nano-tech fabric as the Shishapangma When you need a little extra insulation, or the weather is cool, but not cold, jacket, these mid-weight pants are designed to keep you comfort- a vest like the Pheriche can come in handy. Made of the same material as the able during cold weather aerobic activities like peak bagging and Baudha, it remains warm and breathable while repelling water and blocking backcountry skiing. And they’re durable enough to take on whatever out the cold fingers of the wind. you—or Mother Nature—can dish out. • Breathable, three-layer bonded fabric shrugs off damp, wind, and cold • Four-way-stretch fabric and gusseted crotch provide mobility and comfort • Three front pockets store essentials and provide shelter for your hands • Nano technology provides the most air circulation of any windproof pant • Bungee hem keep cold air out and warm air in Mingma Sherpa hiking out of Namche Bazaar. • Fast-absorbing, anti-microbial fabric keeps you feeling—and smelling—fresh Fabric: 86% Polyester / 14% Elastic Windblock Photo by Joseph Puryear • 40+ SPF UV protection repels the suns rays • Zippered back and side pockets keep essentials handy and hands warm SL14181 S-XL 310 g. (10.9 oz.) Fabric: 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex Halka Rain Jacket Halka II Rain Pant Improved Features Black Halka means light as air in Nepali. And that’s exactly what this ultra- There’s no need to get caught out without the right gear when SP18467 S-XL 550 g. (19.4 oz.) Chive light, waterproof/breathable jacket is. Lean and good looking, it’s got these pants take up so little space in your pack. Updated for ‘08, all the features you need, and none you don’t. Take it along on even they provide ultra-light, waterproof/breathable protection against Black * Rara Blue the shortest day hike—you won’t even notice it’s in your pack. wind and rain just like our Halka Jacket. Kharani Amdo Bronze * • 2.5 layer, seam-sealed and waterproof/breathable for less-than-perfect days • Seam-sealed 2.5 layer mini-ripstop is fully waterproof and breathable • Adjustable wrist closures and bungee waist keep out the elements • Elastic waist with integrated webbing belt ensures a secure fit • Under-arm zip vents keep you cool while climbing or skiing • Ankle zips for easy on/of over boots • Fully adjustable hood is generously sized to fit over helmets • Articulated knees and gusseted crotch let these pants move with you • Tibetan script screen printed on the inside tells the jacket’s story • Zip back pockets hold small items securely Fabric: 100% Nylon 30d Light Weight Ripstop Fabric: 100% Nylon 30d Light Weight Ripstop
SN14166 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) SN18507 S-XL 210 g. (7.4 oz.)
Black / Kharani Kharani * Khumbu Night / Kharani
Chive / Kharani *
Tandoori Spice / Kharani
20 www.sherpaadventuregear.com SOFT SHELL - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Hard SHELL - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 21 Trimurti Modus 3 in 1 Jacket Trimurti is defined as the Hindu belief that God has three aspects, or faces. Which makes it the perfect name for this 3 in 1 jacket. Wear just the soft, wind- proof inner jacket for dry but windy days; just the 3 layer, wind and waterproof outer shell for wet yet warm days; or both on those days when cold winds and wet storms whip through the mountains. Inner jacket: • Soft, light and highly compressible insulation for warmth and packability • Adjustable collar and extended tail provide great fit • Liner snaps in and out quickly and easy Outer shell: • Stretch, 3-layer fabric provides waterproof/breathable comfort • Pit zips keeps things cool • Detachable hood keeps the rain off your head and neck • Napoleon pocket for convenient access to important items Fabric: Inner - 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop; Polyester Fill Shell - 93% Nylon / 7% Spandex; Ripstop w/ Mechanical Stretch
SN14163 S-XL 650 g. (22.9 oz.)
Neelo / Kharani
Amdo Bronze / Kharani *
Lama Red / Kharani
Chive / Kharani
Ujyalo II Ultra-light Jacket Packable Our most breathable hard shell, the Ujyalo is also water-resistant enough to withstand a hard rain shower. Incredibly soft and flexible, it stuffs easily into its hidden chest pocket and is as light as the fast-moving clouds over Nepal. So it’s a perfect jacket to carry whether you think you’ll need it, or not. Ice climbing near Leavenworth, Washington. Joe Puryear on lead, David Gottlieb belaying. • Highly packable, it stuffs into its own hidden chest pocket Photo by Stoney Richards. • One handed bottom cinch traps warmth • Hide away hood offers extra protection • Mesh pit vents for added breathability Lungta Hybrid Jacket Lungta II Hybrid Pant Improved Features • Waterproof/breathable coating keeps you dry in surprise showers Lungta, meaning windhorse, is the name given to the prayer flags that flutter in These waterproof/breathable pants go from crags to crevasses Fabric: 100% Nylon the breeze carrying wishes for good fortune. When the weather turns bad, our to chair lifts with ease. Made from the same incredible, hybrid Lungta jacket is like a little piece of good fortune on any adventure. It combines stretch fabric as our Lungta Jacket, they can handle just about the best qualities of waterproof hard shells and breathable, stretchy soft shells— any activity you choose—or weather condition you encounter. SN14202 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.) making it a terrific choice for active sports like hiking, skiing and climbing. • Light weight, waterproof, windproof shell take on storms with ease Black • Lightweight, waterproof, windproof shell handles storms with ease • Stretch weave fabric provides added ventilation • Stretch-weave fabric for added mobility • Seam sealed, 3-layer fabric keeps you dry Achaar * • Seam sealed 3-layer fabric, pit vents and waterproof zippers keep you dry • ¾ side zips for easy on/off and venting Rara Blue • Adjustable hood fits over helmets • Extra-tall Schoeller® instep patch protect pants from ski edges, cram- Jyango Green Fabric: 93% Nylon / 7 % Spandex pons and snowshoes Fabric: 93% Nylon / 7% Spandex SN14080 S-XL 575 g. (20.3 oz.) SN18452 S-XL 400 g. (17.1 oz.) Black Black Subji Green
Lama Red
Toast Ermang
Rara Blue * A Tibetan horseman very interested in reading the inside of the Halka jacket, Kham, Tibet. Photo22 by Josephwww.sherpaadventuregear.com Puryear HARD SHELL - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK HARD SHELL - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 23 Raajen II Primalo Hooded Jacket 200 gsm When you plan to spend long hours in a bone-chilling mixture of cold, fog, I NSULATION - M EN’S snow or rain you want this jacket. It’s filled with an extra helping of super- warm Primaloft® One insulation that’s incredibly soft, lightweight, water HE FIRST DOWN PARKA was patented in the US in 1936. Then Jim Whittaker wore one to top of Everest in 1963 and they quickly became the standard resistant, and retains heat even when wet. And the insulated hood provides T for mountain adventures. Many things have changed since then—fabrics are lighter and more durable. Synthetic insulation has come on the scene. But the even more protection from the elements. one thing that hasn’t changed is the need for a jacket that packs extreme warmth into a small package. Every piece of our insulated clothing has been tested • Adjustable, insulated hood fits over helmet by Sherpas in the bone-chilling weather of the Himalaya. They trust their lives to it…So can you. • Lycra hem binding keeps heat close to your body • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • Zippered Napoleon and handwarmer pockets hold essentials Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 200 gsm Ultra-light Primaloft® One Fill
SN14178 S-XL 550 g. (19.4 oz.)
Subji Green / Black
Lama Red / Black *
Rara Blue / Black
Urgyen Primalo Pant 100 gsm These insulated, wind-resistant pants will keep you toasty in wet and blustery weather. The synthetic Primaloft insulation is super-compressible and surprisingly warm given its light Mingma Tenzing Sherpa. weight and lack of bulk. Photo by Joseph Puryear • Light weight compressibility for easy packing and carrying • Full side zips let you take these pants on and off in a flash • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant 60 gsm 60 gsm Vajra Primalo Jacket Vajra Primalo Vest • Articulated knees provide freedom of movement without binding When you don’t need a full-on parka, or even a down sweater, but you do need Sometimes, just a little extra insulation around your core is all you Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 100 gsm Ultra-light a little insulation, this jacket is ideal. A lighter version of our Urgyen Jacket, need to stay toasty. For those times, we’ve created this vest. Primaloft® One Fill you’ll take this cozy, warm-even-when-wet jacket everywhere. • So light and small, it practically disappears inside your pack • 2 hand warmer pockets and 1 zip napoleon pocket hold necessities • Compresses down to next-to-nothing to fit neatly in your pack SN18469 S-XL 430 g. (15.2 oz.) • 2 hand warmer pockets and 1 zip chest pocket hold necessities • Lycra® binding at collar and cuffs creates a snug seal • Lycra® binding at collar and cuffs creates a snug seal • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant Black • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 60 gsm Ultra-light Primaloft® One Fill Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ Ultra-light 60 gsm Primaloft® One Fill SN14195 S-XL 350 g. (12.3 oz.) SN14194 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) Black
Black Subji Green *
Subji Green Lama Red
Lama Red Rara Blue Rara Blue *
Joe Puryear nearing the summit on the first ascent of Peak 5,965m, Kham, Tibet. 24 www.sherpaadventuregear.com Insulation - men’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Photo courtesy JosephI NSULATIONPuryear Collection - men’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 25 Khumbuche Down Jacket 750 Fill Tenzing I Expedition Down Jacket 850 Fill Throw this jacket on when you’re waiting for your turn on the rope. Named af- When you’re climbing the world’s tallest peaks, your life often depends ter one of the many soaring peaks surrounding Everest, the Khumbuche down on the quality of your clothing. That’s why, during the design and test- jacket provides serious warmth for seriously cold conditions. Lofty, lightweight ing of our Tenzing 1 Expedition Jacket, we got input from numerous and compressible, it’s insulated with 750 fill power goose down. experienced Sherpa guides on everything from fabric choice to the • Drawcord hem, adjustable cuffs and front-zip storm flap keep wind out smallest details. So it’s overstuffed by 20% (for maximum loft) with 850 • Adjustable hood zips-off when you don’t need it fill power premium European Goose down to stand up to the kind of • Zippered Napoleon and handwarmer pockets hold essentials conditions found “on the top of the world”. • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • 20,000/20,000 waterproof/breathable rating for unbeatable comfort in high • Light weight and compressibility make this highly packable mountain conditions Fabric: 100% Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 750 Fill Power Goose Down • Premium goose down fill handles temperatures down to -50° • Trapezoidal baffles keep feathers in place and reduce cold spots • Generously-sized down hood protects your face without limiting your vision SN14124 S-XL 685 g. (24.2 oz.) • Internal power mesh pockets are sized to hold water bottles Black / Kharani • Fine denier, high thread count nylon has an amazing strength to weight ratio Fabric: 100% Nylon Mini Ripstop w/ 850 Fill Power European Goose Down Neelo / Kharani
Toast Ermang / Kharani Gray
Lama Red / Kharani Gray SN14055 S-XL 1150 g. (40.6 oz.)
Chive / Kharani * Lungta Red / Darjeeling Mist
Thyangboche Down Sweater 750 Fill Thyangboche Down Vest 650 Fill This is your shove it in your ski pack; wear it around town; take it on A good down vest offers tremendous warmth for its size and weight. an overnighter down sweater. Our most coveted piece of outerwear, the Made with 650 fill power goose down so it’s just a little bit lighter Thyangboche’s ultra-light, ripstop nylon shell is filled with luxurious 750- than our popular Thyangboche Down Sweater, this vest is a versatile fill goose down. Extremely soft and highly compressible, this down eatersw addition to your layering system. is also water resistant thanks to a DWR coating. • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • 2 hand pockets and one internal pocket hold small items • 2 hand pockets and one internal pocket hold small items • Ultra-light weight and compressibility make it highly packable • Light weight and compressibility make it highly packable Fabric: 100% Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 650 Fill Power Goose Down Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra Light Ripstop DWR w/ 750 Fill Power Goose Down SN14053 S-XL 360 g. (12.7 oz.) SN14051 S-XL 540 g. (19.1 oz.) Black * Black Neelo Neelo * Toast Ermang Toast Ermang
Lama Red
Chive
The Tenzing 1 jacket in use on Mt. Everest. 26 www.sherpaadventuregear.com INSULATION - men’s 1.877.724.8735 Photo courtesy1.877.SAG-TREK Lhakpa Rita Sherpa www.sherpaadventuregear.com 27 A Tribute to ANG GYALZEN SHERPA
T AGE 90, GYALZEN SHERPA taineering expeditions. Soon however, Tenzing promoted him to AIS THE ONLY SURVIVING local porter. This allowed him to carry loads up to the higher altitudes SHERPA from Sir Edmund Hillary and make additional pay. He was thrilled to also be given a complete and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay’s his- set of mountaineering gear including jacket, pants and climbing shoes toric first summit of Everest in 1953. as part of his promotion. The shoes were what he treasured most He is also Sherpa Adventure Gear since they allowed him to proudly walk the slopes with ease. Much to founder Tashi Sherpa’s uncle, and his dismay, all the gear was taken back by the team at the end of the the inspiration for our company. expedition.
When he was a child, Gyalzen did Gyalzen continued landing work as a porter, and in 1953, eager to not grow up thinking of climbing earn a bonus offered to Sherpas who climbed the highest, he twice the great peaks surrounding his carried gear to Everest’s 26,200-foot South Col. He was also honored home. Life in a small Himalayan by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation Medal for his part in mountain town was frugal at best. supporting the famed Hillary expedition. And he spent his time herding yaks and gathering firewood. “People Though he never reached the summit of Everest, after more than 12 were very poor. There were few years hauling loads for eight major expeditions, Gyalzen finally saved houses. Most Sherpas from Kunde, enough money to retire from climbing. “Going on a mountain is like Khumjung, Pangboche, Thame, going to war,” he recalls. “You don’t know whether you’ll come back everyone, worked as coolies or not.” transporting loads for the few rich traders that lived here. The expe- After retiring, he quickly turned to a safer and more lucrative oc- ditions changed that,” Gyalzen cupation … carrying Nepali paper, butter and silver 3 days across recalls. the Nangpa Pass to trade in Tibet for rock salt, wool, and yaks. He also devoted time to the Sherpa community and was chosen as the Being the youngest in his family, he was expected to stay home and Chorinba (community leader of the monastery), a role that he served take over the family business of yak herding and salt trading. But the in for 35 years fancy clothes and wrist watches of Sherpas returning from expedi- tions attracted him to climbing. In 1952, he traveled to Darjeeling, Today Gyalzen lives a quiet life with his wife of 63 years, Pemba India—the center of mountaineering before Nepal’s borders opened in Lhaki (age 93). Although he is widely regarded as the richest man the early fifties—in search of work as a porter that would pay all of 4 in Namche Bazaar, he spends his days in prayer, living in the same rupees a day (about 10 cents at the time). house he grew up in. He is the last of the original Sherpa climbers.
When he got there, Gyalzen discovered that the Swiss expedition with the soon-to-be-famous Tenzing Norgay at the helm had already left for the mountain. Undaunted he ran until he caught up with the expedition, and was thankfully offered a position collecting firewood and carrying loads for the group.
A dependable, honest and hard worker, when the expedition ran short of money and sugar, he was honored with the responsibility of traveling to Kathmandu to pick up 18,000 rupees (a princely sum!) and buy additional supplies. Since the money was in coins, he and his companions had to carry it in three big, heavy tins the almost fifty miles back to base camp.
On the way back he was waylaid by a severe storm in Thukla and began to rethink the wisdom of his decision to work for the moun- Mt. Everest and Lhotse from the south. Photo by Joseph Puryear
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Pasang Lhamu Sherpa trekking near Thame, Nepal Photo by Joseph Puryear 31 Yuden Merino Wool Mock Tee Baans Tech Quarter-Zip Made from 100% merino wool, this cozy mock neck top is naturally Hut touring. Trekking. Climbing. When you’re spending day after day being B ASE L AY E R - W OMEN’S odor-resistant, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial. Unlike the wool active outdoors, you need a base layer that can handle a range of temperatures HE SECRET TO STAYING COMFORTABLE in ever-changing weather or activity levels is layering. These sleek tops and bottoms are designed to hug your you grew up with, it’s machine washable and not itchy at all. Once you and keep you smelling fresh. Made with eco-friendly, deodorizing, anti-bacte- experience the comfort of wearing a merino base layer, you’ll never want rial and anti-fungal bamboo charcoal, this shirt disperses both sweat and odors T curves beautifully without adding bulk. So you can wear them alone or under other pieces. Thanks to the latest fabric technologies like our proprietary anything else. fast. Dry Zone “intelligent” fabric, sustainable, odor-repellent bamboo charcoal, and merino wool, they’ll keep you dry and comfortable for days on end. • Eco-friendly merino wool provides lightweight, itch-free warmth • Zip neck helps you cool off as the day gets warm • Machine washable for easy care • Serious moisture absorption and ventilation for comfort on hot days • Raglan sleeves reduce seam chafing under pack straps • Made with renewable, eco-friendly bamboo to reduce odors Fabric: 100% Merino Wool Fabric: 65% Polyester / 35% Bamboo Charcoal
SW5332 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.) SPW5299 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.)
Black Kharani
Angur Tomato Puree
Dark Jade Subji Green
Chive * Eggplant
Dark Jade *
Yuden Merino Wool Bottoms Baans Top Wool has kept mountaineers and mountain residents warm Baans means bamboo in Nepali. That makes it the perfect name for this nicely for centuries. Today, itch-free merino wool is the finest textured synthetic crew neck top with more bamboo charcoal than any of our fabric there is for varying conditions and activity levels. other base layers. It’s our most deodorizing, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal op- These bottoms naturally resist odors, wick moisture and tion for any adventure. stay warm when wet for all day comfort. • Serious moisture absorption and ventilation for comfort on hot days • Eco-friendly merino wool provides lightweight, itch-free warmth • Made with renewable, eco-friendly bamboo to reduce odors • Naturally odor resistant, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial • Extra bamboo keeps you feeling and smelling fresh longer • Machine washable for easy care Fabric: 56% Bamboo Charcoal / 44% Polyester Fabric: 100% Merino Wool
Sara Ennenga and Michelle Puryear approaching unclimbed peaks in the Gongga Mountains of Kham, Tibet. SW5313L S-XL 160 g. (5.6 oz.) Photo by Joseph Puryear SW6446 S-XL 180 g. (6.4 oz.) Monsoon Grey
Black * Tika * Usha Top Usha Pant Dark Jade Usha, goddess of the dawn, is the namesake for this soft base layer Just like our Usha top, these pants are made of moisture- that’s made to take you from dawn until dusk in comfort. Slip it on wicking Polartec Power Dry fabric. So they’re soft to the Angur under a fleece and shell when you head up into snowy peaks, or touch, warm for their weight, and thin enough to slip wear it alone on a cool day’s hike or bike ride. under pants without feeling bulky. • Maximum wicking power keeps you dry and comfortable • Gusseted crotch allows for full freedom of movement • Curved side panels assure a snug fit for easy layering • Flat seams eliminate chafing • Flat seams eliminate chafing • Elastic waist provides a snug yet comfortable fit • High-rise V-neck is comfortable—not constricting Fabric: 100% Polyester Fabric: 100% Polyester SW6407 S-XL 150 g. (5.3 oz.) SW5219 S-XL 120 g. (4.2 oz.) Black Black
Darjeeling Mist
Evening Haze *
32 www.sherpaadventuregear.com BASE LAYER - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK BASE LAYER - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 33 M ID L AY E R - W OMEN’S RADITIONALLY, SHERPAS ARE FARMERS AND TRADERS that tote their wares to town in baskets even in the dead of winter. If you’re working (or T playing) hard in cold weather, you need to stay warm without overheating. That’s where these toasty yet breathable mid-layers come in. All of these Sherpa-tested tops work well alone on brisk days. Or combine them with other layering pieces and a shell to take on frigid winter temperatures with ease.
Jaaro Micro-Fleece Hoodie Dolga II Mock Neck This super-soft micro fleece shirt is lightweight, highly-packable and Fashion and function come together beautifully in this soft, wool-blend sweater. offers a bit more insulation than your typical base layer without being The contrast-stitched princess seams, plush knit weave, and off-center neck zipper bulky. Best of all, the quarter-zip neck and hood let you maintain just make it stylish enough to draw complements when you wear it out on the town. the right amount of warmth for the weather. And we’ve updated the wool-blend fabric so it holds its shape even better. Throw • Wicking finish helps keep you dry and comfortable it over a base layer or under a shell for high performance warmth. • Snug-fitting hood provides added protection against the elements. • Left side quarter-zip lets you ventilate without chafing your chin • Side zip pocket keeps necessities close at hand • Wool-blend fabric is quick-drying, breathable and comfortable • Thumb holes in cuffs keep sleeves in place under layers • Zippered arm pocket holds essentials Fabric: 100% Polyester Micro Fleece • Machine washable for easy care Fabric: 62% Acrylic / 27% Wool / 9% Polyester / 2% Spandex SWMF5306 S-XL 230 g. (8.1 oz.) SWPD5336 S-XL 475 g. (16.8 oz.) Black
Kharani Kharani
Rani Blue * Amdo Bronze
Phool Eggplant *
Jaaro Micro-Fleece Pant Chonzum Top These soft and cozy pants are so thin and You don’t have to sacrifice your sense of style in the name of functionality. nicely fitted they slip comfortably under your Although this shirt looks great for a day (or night) of fun and relaxation, it’s shells. Or, wear them alone. From short day made of a high tech fabric that uses an exothermic reaction to turn moisture hikes to long mountain climbs the Jaaro pants into warmth. An athletic cut and a touch of stretch make this top easy to layer Pasang Lhamu Sherpa trekking in the Khumbu, Nepal Photo by Joseph Puryear will keep you warm wherever adventure takes without feeling bulky. you. • Zip sleeve pocket holds lip balm, cash or credit card securely Dikila Quarter-Zip Ongmu Top • Wicking finish helps keep you dry and comfortable • Thumbholes in cuffs keep sleeves from bunching up Looking for the most versatile, super-lightweight layering piece possible? This is it. Made from the same high-tech moisture-sensing, hyper- • Comfy micro fleece is warm yet breathable • Fabric is water repellent, moisture-wicking, and soil-resistant Designed specifically for Sherpa Adventure Gear, the Dikila’s state-of-the-art, Dry fast drying fabric as our Dikila, you’ll stay comfortable • 2 hand warmer pockets plus a small zip thigh Fabric: 35% Polyester / 31% Acrylic / 27% Cotton / 7% Warm Fresh pocket hold essentials Zone® “intelligent fabric” has a high-tech thermal conductivity control that makes during vigorous workouts or rain showers in this top. • Elasticized waist with drawstring for a secure fit it warm in winter, cool in summer. Plus it’s semi-waterproof, fast-wicking and dries The crew neck is ideal on it’s own in cool weather. Or, SW5335 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) Fabric: 100% Polyester Micro Fleece in just one second, so you can wear it alone and hardly notice rain or sweat. wear it as a layer. This is one shirt you’ll always want to Toast Ermang • Blocks 99% of UV rays so you don’t get burned at high elevations bring along. SWMF6421 S-XL 255 g. (8.9 oz.) • So light it floats! • Blocks 99% of UV rays Lama Red • Woven with anti-bacterial silver ions to minimize odors • Semi-waterproof fabric barely lets rain penetrate and dries in Black * Misted Yellow • Quarter-zip neck for extra venting just one second • Welded sleeve pocket holds essentials • So light it floats! Kharani Chive * Fabric: 82% Nylon / 18% Polyester Dry Zone® • Woven with anti-bacterial silver ions to minimize odors Fabric: 82% Nylon / 18% Polyester Dry Zone® SW5301 S-XL 220 g. (7.8 oz.) SW5302 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.) Kharani / Black
Misted Yellow / Amdo bronze * Kharani / Black
Chive / Peepal green Misted Yellow / Amdo bronze
Cusho / Tika Chive / Peepal green
Light Jade / Dark Jade Cusho / Tika * Light Jade / Dark Jade 34 www.sherpaadventuregear.com BASE LAYER - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK MID LAYER - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 35 L IFE S T Y L E S - W OMEN’S HENEVER ADVENTURES TAKE YOU FAR A FIELD, there are bound to be travel days, touring days, and treks in between. So our lifestyle collection W is designed to transition from trains to trails to towns with ease. Every piece is highly packable, easy to care for, and built to withstand the rigors of exploring the rugged Himalaya—or anywhere else—while still looking stylish enough to wear out to dinner.
Meeru Shirt Sardarni Shirt The ultimate trekking shirt, the Meeru feels soft like Cotton, but wicks ayaw A Sardarni is a female guide. You can slip your boarding pass into perspiration and dries quickly like a synthetic. Made of lightweight, durable the zippered chest pocket and guide yourself around the world in ripstop nylon with a mesh-lined back vent, it’ll keeps you cool on long, warm this feature-filled shirt. The stretch ripstop nylon is comfortable and hikes. And the flattering, princess seam cut means it looks just as good in town durable while a mesh back vent keeps you cool. Princess seams, an as it does on the trail. athletic cut and full front zip add a touch of fit and fashion. • Zippered chest pocket carries essentials securely • Zip chest and sleeve pockets hold boarding pass and essentials • Mesh-lined back vent, roll up sleeves and breathable fabric keep you cool • Stretch nylon fabric for freedom of movement • Rounded hem looks good tucked or untucked • Princess seams provide a flattering fit on any figure • Anti-microbial fabric also provides UPF 40 sun protection Fabric: 100% Nylon Stretch Ripstop • Light weight, compressibility and easy care make this shirt ideal for packing Fabric: 100% Nylon Supplex® Ripstop SW5327 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.)
SWN5286 S-XL 200 g. (7.1 oz.) Chive Toast Ermang * Subji Green Angur Tandoori Spice Light Jade Eggplant *
Tchampa
Guide Convertible Pant Rajni Pant These pants are made for those days that start out cool The non-convertible alternative to our popular Guide pant, the but turn surprisingly hot by afternoon. Our light- Rajni have everything you need in a pair of lightweight, nylon est-weight convertible, the Guide offers three-season trekking pants. comfort and versatility thanks to handy zip-off legs and • Snap cuffs with bungee cords keep scree and bugs out breathable nylon fabric. • Gusseted crotch and articulated knees for total range of motion Tsedo Sherpa exploring Swayambhunath, Kathmandu, Nepal. Photo by Joseph Puryear • Ankle zips make it easy to remove pant leg over boots • Partial elastic waist with belt loops for a secure fit • 2 cargo and 2 rear zip pockets hold snacks, lip balm, etc. • 3 zip cargo, 2 zip back and three front pockets carry snacks, lip balm, etc. • Partial elastic waist provides a snug fit • Anti-microbial, silver treated nylon gives you UPF 40 sun protection Lhamu 4-Way Stretch Shirt Sherpeni Shirt • Quick-drying nylon gives you UPF 40 sun protection Fabric: 100% Nylon Named in honor of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, the first Nepalese Sherpeni col sits at just over 19,000 in the Himalaya, and is a Fabric: 100% Nylon Supplex® UPF Quick Dry woman to blaze a trail to the summit of Mt. Everest, this is the shirt spectacular trekking destination. Though this soft and stylish SW6441 S-XL 300 g. (12.6 oz.) to wear anytime you’re traveling with a heavy pack. It’s designed plaid shirt may look too nice to wear in the mountains, durability SWN6363 S-XL 350 g. (12.3 oz.) without annoying shoulder seams to reduce chafing under your and technical features like a mesh back, and quick dry, wicking Thala pack straps, and the water repellent, 4-way stretch fabric also pro- fabric make it quite popular with river and trekking guides alike. Thala Peepal Green vides UPF 40 sun protection. • 2 lower front zip pockets are ideal for stashing cash, lip balm, etc. Peepal Green * Tandoori Spice * • Designed without shoulder seams to reduce chafing • Underarm panel and relaxed fit for added mobility • Seamless shoulders reduce chafing under pack straps Tandoori Spice Tchampa • Seamless side panel allows for increased mobility • Invisible zip side pocket carries critical items securely Fabric: 58% Nylon / 38% Polyester / 4% Elastic Tchampa • Water repellent, UPF 40 fabric is ideal in changeable conditions Fabric: 85% Nylon / 15% Spandex® SW5333 S-XL 190 g. (6.7 oz.)
SW5317L S-XL 160 g. (5.6 oz.) Rani Blue * Phool Tika * Chive Pema White
Subji Green
36 www.sherpaadventuregear.com life styles - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK life styles - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 37 Phurba Merino Wool Long Sleeve Tee In Tibetan, Phurba is the name for a tent stake—an item you use day after day to make sure you are protected from the elements. We think you’ll feel the same about this Henley-style shirt. Made from super-soft 100% merino wool, you’ll wear it all the time thanks to its innate ability to keep you comfortable in a variety of temperatures and conditions. • Naturally anti-bacterial, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying Tara Merino Wool Hoodie • Eco-friendly merino wool is anti-itch to all but the most sensitive skin When you want superior breathability, temperature regulation, • Machine wash and dry for easy care moisture control, and inherent anti-microbial properties, go with Fabric: 97% Merino Wool / 3% Spandex® merino instead of cotton or polyester. Unlike “traditional” wool, merino is much finer, softer, and best of all, it’s itch-free for all SW5330 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) but those with severe lanolin allergies. This especially light- weight weave mixed with a touch of nylon for stretch will keep Toast Ermang you comfortable in the ever-changing mountain weather. Pema White * • Renewable merino wool is better for the environment Rani Blue • Raglan sleeves improve mobility and reduce chafing • A tight weave makes this jacket water repellent Cusho • Machine wash and dry for easy care Fabric: 97% Merino Wool / 3% Spandex®
SW5324 S-XL 350 g. (12.3 oz.)
Maya Merino Wool Top Toast Ermang The heaviest merino shirt we offer, this casual, collared top is sure to Pema White become a favorite whether you’re out for a day hike or enjoying a beer and bowl of dal bhaat with friends. Rani Blue • Naturally anti-bacterial, moisture-wicking, and quick drying Cusho * • Super-soft Merino wool is anti-itch to all but the most sensitive skin • Renewable merino wool is better for the environment • Zip sleeve pocket holds lip balm, cash or credit card securely • Machine washable Fabric: 100% Merino Wool
SW5329 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.)
Monsoon Grey
Tomato Puree *
Tchampa Tara Merino Wool Pant Made of the same, lightweight merino wool blend as the Hiking across the Tibetan Plateau, Kham, Tibet. Tara hoodie, you’ll never want to take these pants off. Photo by Joseph Puryear And thanks to their soft hand, exceptional breathability, moisture management, odor resistance and temperature regulation, you won’t have to. Gawry II Stretch Pants Durable Elephant Skin Fabric Thamey Pant Durable Elephant Skin Fabric Namla Quarter-Zip If you’re looking for a solid, 4-way stretch climbing pant Named after the town where legendary Sherpa Tenzing Norgay • Renewable merino wool is better for the environment Made of a heavier sweater fleece, this soft top is the perfect thing • Elastic waist for a secure, comfortable fit without a lot of bells and whistles, these are perfect. Made of grew up, these full-featured, abrasion resistant pants are a favorite to slip on when the weather turns cold. It’s roomy enough to fit • 2 front and 2 back zip pockets carry items securely breathable, abrasion-resistant, anti-microbial Elephant Skin, among day hikers, trekkers and climbers alike. Lightweight, anti- easily over other layers and stylish enough for everyday wear. • Mid-rise waist and a 31” inseam for a comfortable fit they’re sure to become a constant companion on all your microbial four-way stretch Elephant Skin makes them amazingly • Machine wash and dry for easy care outdoor adventures. durable and comfortable during long days in the mountains. • Fabric is moisture-wicking, water-repellent and soil-resistant • One-third zip neck for extra venting and easy on/off Fabric: 97% Merino Wool / 3% Spandex® • Fitted waist with belt loops adds a streetwear appeal • Ankle zips make it easy to remove pants over boots • Reverse fabric elbow patches for durability and style • Soft, brushed tricot waist feels great against your skin • 4 zip pockets—2 front, 2 back—carry all your small items Fabric: 100% Polyester SW6442 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) • Zippered back pockets hold essentials securely • Gusseted crotch and articulated knees for total range of motion Fabric: 96% Nylon / 4% PU/Lycra® • Soft, brushed tricot waist lining and webbing belt provides a comfy fit Toast Ermang * SWPD5334 S-XL 360 g. (12.7 oz.) Fabric: 96% Nylon / 4% PU/Lycra® Rani Blue SWSN6452 2-14 300 g. (12.6 oz.) Black SWSN6364 2-14 375 g. (13.2 oz.) Black Monsoon Grey * Black Angur * Toast Ermang Angur Peepal Green Peepal Green * Tchampa Tchampa
38 www.sherpaadventuregear.com life styles - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK life styles - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 39 T HERMAL S H E R PA S - W OMEN’S N THE MOUNTAINS, THE TEMPERATURE DROPS three degrees for every 1000 feet of elevation you gain. High Himalayan villages like Thyangboche, I Pheriche, Lobuche, and Namche Bazaar often don’t even hit 60°F during the day. If you’re going to stay comfortable in a cold climate like this a toasty fleece jacket is key. Made of the latest synthetics and wool blend fabrics, each of our Thermal Sherpas is versatile enough to transition from layering piece to jacket; or from town to trail. And they look and feel so good on you’ll probably end up wearing them anytime the weather turns chilly.
Lekchen Jacket Tsedo Merino Wool Jacket A favorite of the late Pemba Doma Sherpa, this micro fleece This is not the thick, heavy, scratchy wool you typically think of in lined wool jacket might look too stylish to take to base camp, but a jacket. Known for its fine, soft texture, and lightweight warmth, don’t let that fool you—it goes from town to mountain with ease. merino has none of the itchy qualities of regular wools. And it And thoughtful features like a longer rear hem and extra-large provides exceptional breathability, moisture management, odor hand-warmer pockets help keep you cozy on any cold weather resistance and temperature regulation so you stay comfortable in a camping trip. variety of climates. Just a touch of nylon ensures this jacket holds its • Insulating, breathable fabric keeps you cozy in a variety of conditions shape when wet. • Machine washable for easy care • Renewable merino wool is better for the environment • Adjustable hem help trap body heat • Raglan sleeves improve mobility and reduce chafing Fabric: 54% Polyester / 46% Wool • A tight weave makes this jacket water repellent • 2 zip hand warmer and one small sleeve pocket hold essentials securely • Easy care fabric is machine washable SWPF7096 S-XL 510 g. (17.9 oz.) Fabric: 86% Wool / 14% Nylon Black
Phool SW7153 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.)
Apricot Tan * Black
Toast Ermang Eggplant *
Amdo Bronze
Peepal Green
Sokpo II Jacket Deokham Hoodie Cozy and cute…What more could you ask for in a technical fleece The Kham province, one of three regions in traditional Tibet, is jacket? Named after the Sokpo tribe of Northern Tibet, the soft, filled with rugged terrain ranging from mountain ridges to deep lightweight jacket’s micro fleece exterior is bonded to a fuzzy, river gorges. You can wear this technical, stretch fleece hoodie Sherpa fleece lining for added warmth. while trekking through it all. • Highly breathable, insulated fleece keeps you toasty warm • Wool-textured, sweater knit synthetic fabric is warm, light and • Drawcord hem holds heat in cozy—and this year even softer • Athletic cut and side panels provide a flattering fit • Elastic binding on hem and cuffs keeps weather out and warmth in Fabric: Shell - 100% Micro Fleece; Lining: 65% Polyester / 35% Acrylic Sherpa Fleece • Handy, attached hood provides added warmth in chilly climates • 3 zippered pockets keep hands warm and carry small items Fabric: 100% Polyester Knit Heather SWL7169 S-XL 650 g. (22.3 oz.)
Toast Ermang * SWPF7127 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) Rani Blue Chive * Angur Tchampa
Amdo Bronze
Phool
Mingma and Pasang cross a suspension bridge on the way to Namche Bazaar. 40 www.sherpaadventuregear.com Photo by Joseph Puryear 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK THERMAL sHERPAS - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 41 S OFT S H E L L - W OMEN’S HEN CLIMBERS FIRST SUMMITED EVEREST, the clothing of choice was made from wool, gabardine and waxed cotton. Today you have a variety of W options when it comes to staying comfortable in ever-changing mountain weather. One of the most versatile is the soft shell. Compared to a traditional hard shell, soft shells are warmer, softer, stretchier and more breathable. Most importantly, they work equally as well as outerwear in all but the hardest rain, or as a layering piece when conditions turn cold or nasty.
Padmini II Jacket Nisha II Jacket A bit warmer than the Khumbila, nano technology gives the Padmini the most air A favorite of the late, much missed Pemba Doma Sherpa, the Nisha circulation of any windproof jacket. So whether you’re climbing up ice-covered moun- gives you the best of all worlds…4-way stretch fabric on the out- tains or skiing down them, this amazing, four-way stretch, windproof, water-resistant, side, soft polyester fleece on the inside, and a breathable, wind and breathable soft shell will keep you comfortable. water repellent membrane sandwiched in between. It will keep • 4-way stretch polyester with articulated elbows and underarm gussets for mobility and comfort you comfortable through all kinds of conditions and activities. • Fast-absorbing, anti-microbial fabric keeps you feeling—and smelling—fresh • Velcro cuff adjustments keep cold air out • Fabric is super water repellent, soil resistant and provides 30+ SPF UV protection • Stretch fabric and articulated elbows are perfect for climbing and skiing • Zippered sleeve pocket is just right for lip balm, ID, cash etc. • 2 hand-warmer pockets for cold days Fabric: 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex • Fully adjustable hood for custom fit Fabric: 75% Polyester / 20% PU / 5% Spandex SWL7142 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) SWL7176 S-XL 370 g. (13.1 oz.) Black
Subji Green / Chive Black
Dark Jade / Khumbu Night * Toast Ermang *
Pangboche Red / Lama Red Eggplant
Kala Pathar Pant Himali Pant When you want spectacular views of Everest, the place to go is the top of Some climb ice because it’s there; others to prove something to Kala Pathar. And, because it can get a little chilly and windy there, you’ll themselves. No matter your reason, what you wear should not want to wear your Kala Pathar pants. Built from the same amazing, nano require a lot of thought. These water repellent/breathable pants Marlene Ford and Michelle Puryear climbing on Eldorado Peak, North Cascades, Washington State. tech fabric as the Padmini jacket, these mid-weight pants are designed to move with you thanks to the 4-way stretch fabric. And they’ve got Photo by Joseph Puryear keep you comfortable during any sweat-inducing activity. ample pockets designed with a harness in mind, so you can always • 4-way stretch fabric and gusseted crotch provide mobility and comfort reach essentials easily. • Nano technology provides the most air circulation of any windproof pant • 3-layer bonded fabric is highly breathable, plus wind and water repellent Choden Jacket Pheriche Vest • Fast-absorbing, anti-microbial fabric keeps you feeling—and smelling—fresh • Gusseted crotch and articulated knees for unrestricted range of motion If you’d like a basic yet versatile soft shell you can pull out in windy con- The town of Pheriche is on the way to Mt. Everest’s Base Camp, • 30+ SPF UV protection repels the suns rays • Elastic waist with integrated webbing belt for a secure fit ditions—that’s the Choden. Cut to follow a woman’s curves, this jacket and contains one of the two aid posts owned and run by the • Zippered back and side pockets keep essentials handy and hands warm • 6 zip pockets—2 side, 2 back, 2 cargo—keep essentials handy is ideal for skiing and other stop-and-go activities thanks to a grid fleece Himalayan Rescue Association of Nepal. Which means that this Fabric: 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex • Ankle zips for easy on/off over boots inner facing that traps warm air when still, and moves air through when vest is aptly named. When you need a little extra insulation, Fabric: 75% Poly / 20% PU / 5% Spandex you’re moving fast or working hard. or when the weather is windy but not too cold, a vest like the SWSN6414 S-XL 431 g. (15.2 oz.) • Breathable, three-layer bonded fabric shrugs off damp, wind and cold Pheriche can come to the rescue. Made of the same windblock SW6455 S-XL 475 g. (16.8 oz.) • Articulated elbows and underarm gussets add comfort while climbing or skiing material as the Choden, it remains warm and breathable while Black * • Front pockets store essentials and provide shelter for your hands repelling wind and water. Black * • Collar cinch closes out chilly air Kharani • Breathable, three-layer bonded fabric shrugs off damp, wind and cold Toast Ermang Fabric: 86% Polyester / 14% Elastic Windblock • 3 front zip pockets store essentials and provide shelter for your hands • Adjustable bungee hem keeps cold air at bay SWL7130 S-XL 315 g. (11.1 oz.) Fabric: 86% Polyester / 14% Elastic Windblock
Black SWL7145 S-XL 300 g. (10.6 oz.) Chive Black * Pangboche Red * Chive Amdo Bronze Pangboche Red
Amdo Bronze
42 www.sherpaadventuregear.com SOFT sHELL - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK SOFT sHELL - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 43 H ARD S H E L L - W OMEN’S ROM THE BRUTAL COLD OF WINTER to the heavy rains of summer, Sherpa people live in some of the harshest weather in the world. And anyone F who lives, works or plays in the high mountains knows that nothing beats the 4-season, wind, rain and snow protection of a full-fledged hard shell. So you don’t have to sacrifice either fit or function when you’re heading into the outdoors, we’ve taken the same, technical line of shells we make for men and recreated them to fit a woman’s body beautifully.
Tridevi Modus 3 in 1 Jacket Tridevi is the central Trinity of Hindu Goddesses Lakshmi, Parvati and Saraswati. Making it the perfect name for this 3 in 1 jacket. Wear just the soft, windproof inner jacket for dry but windy days; just the outer shell for wet yet warm days; or both for those days when cold winds and wet storms whip through the mountains. Inner jacket: • Soft, light and highly compressible insulation for warmth and packability • Adjustable collar and extended tail provide great fit • Liner snaps in or out quickly and easy Outer shell: • Stretch, 3-layer fabric provides waterproof/breathable comfort • Pit zips keeps things cool • Detachable hood keeps the rain off your head and neck • Napoleon pocket for convenient access to important items Fabric: Inner: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop; Polyester Fill; Shell: 93% Nylon / 7% Spandex®; Ripstop Fulldull w/ Mechanical Stretch
SN7125 S-XL 900 g. (31.7 oz.)
Tandoori Spice / Kharani
Subji Green / Kharani
Eggplant / Kharani *
Thala / Kharani
Mingma and Pasang on the way back from Thame, Nepal. Photo by Joseph Puryear
Khumbila Jacket Khumbila Pant Named for a sacred mountain in Nepal, this trim, athletic-cut jacket is While the Khumbila pants are perfect for yoga, when you likely to become a favorite in your wardrobe. The soft, high-tech fabric want to ratchet your activity level up a notch these stretchy combines nano technology with special, hollow yarn fibers to create pants can take it. Like the Khumbila jacket, they use nano excellent sweat absorption using capillary action to move the moisture technology to create the perfect combination of warmth, away from your skin. breathability and versatility. • Highly-breathable, fast drying fabric survives storms and sweat while blocking • Highly-breathable, fast drying fabric blocks 99% of harmful UV rays 99% of harmful UV rays • Elastic waist for a comfortable fit • Light-weight, hollow fiber fabric keeps you warm without sacrificing durability • Hygienic fabric makes odors disappear • Enhanced stretch for ultimate flexibility • Invisible zip front pocket holds cash or car key • Hygienic fabric handles the less pleasant part of working up a sweat Fabric: 50% Nylon / 44% Polyester / 6% Spandex Healtha® Fabric: 50% Nylon / 44% Polyester / 6% Spandex Healtha® SW6425 S-XL 350 g. (12.3 oz.) SWL7138 S-XL 400 g. (14.1 oz.) Toast Ermang Toast Ermang
Light Jade / Toast Ermang
Cusho / Toast Ermang *
44 www.sherpaadventuregear.com SOFT sHELL - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK Hanging out in Thamel,H Kathmandu,ARD sHELL Nepal. - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 45 Photo by Joseph Puryear Lungta Hybrid II Jacket Nepal Long Jacket Lungta, meaning windhorse, is the name given to the prayer flags that flutter If you need an economical hard shell, but prefer a bit more coverage, this is in the Himalayan breeze carrying wishes for good fortune. When the weather the jacket for you. Made of the same waterproof/breathable fabric as our other turns bad, our Lungta jacket is like a little piece of good fortune on any adven- Nepal pieces it’s got a few more features including a detachable hood and Velcro ture. It combines the best qualities of waterproof hard shells and breathable, cuff adjustments. stretchy soft shells—making it a terrific choice for active sports like hiking, • Seam-sealed, ultra-light 2.5 layer mini-ripstop is fully waterproof and breathable skiing and climbing. • Detachable, adjustable hood and armpit vents let you control your internal climate • Lightweight, waterproof, windproof shell handles storms with ease • Front pockets with storm flaps keep essentials dry and safe • Pit vents and stretch weave fabric provide added ventilation and mobility Fabric: 100% Nylon Ripstop • Seam sealed, 3-layer fabric and waterproof zippers keep you dry • Adjustable hood fits over helmets SW7173 S-XL 310 g. (10.9 oz.) Fabric: 93% Nylon / 7% Spandex® Monsoon Grey SWN7074 S-XL 450 g. (15.9 oz.) Subji Green
Black Light Jade
Tomato Puree * Rani Blue
Dark Jade Angur *
Eggplant Phool
Toast Ermang
Lungta Pant Ujyalo II Ultra-light Jacket Packable Made from the same incredible hybrid fabric as our Lungta As light as the fast-moving clouds over Nepal, the Ujyalo is our most Michelle Puryear approaching high camp in the North Cascades. Jacket, these waterproof/breathable pants are equally well- breathable hard shell. Incredibly soft and flexible, it stuffs easily into its Forbidden Peak in the distance. Washington State. suited to skiing, climbing or trekking. Thanks to their stretch hidden chest pocket so it virtually disappears into your pack. Photo by Joseph Puryear weave fabric they won’t restrict your motion when you’re • Highly packable, it stuffs into its own hidden chest pocket going for that next move or turn. • One handed bottom cinch traps warmth • Light weight, waterproof, windproof shell take on storms with ease • Hide away hood offers extra protection Halka Rain Jacket Halka II Rain Pant • Mesh pit vents for added breathability Halka means light as air in Nepali…Making it the perfect name When the weather is iffy, or you’re heading out on a multi- • Stretch weave fabric provides added ventilation • Seam sealed, 3-layer fabric keeps you dry • Waterproof/breathable coating keeps you dry in surprise showers for this virtually weightless shell. Made from durable, water- day and want to keep weight and bulk to a minimum, these • ¾ side zips for easy on/off and venting Fabric: 100% Nylon proof/breathable ripstop nylon it has all the features you need, are the pants you should throw in your pack. Made from the • Extra-tall Schoeller® instep patch protect pants from ski edges, and none you don’t. Take it along anytime you’re outdoors just same featherweight fabric as our Halka jacket—and updated crampons and snowshoes SWN7171 S-XL 225 g. (8.0 oz.) in case you get caught in a surprise rain or snow storm. for ’08—they offer the ultimate combination of packability and Fabric: 93% Nylon / 7% Spandex® • 2.5 layer, seam-sealed and waterproof/breathable for less-than-perfect fully waterproof/breathable protection against the elements. Black / Mock Orange days (stuff sack included) • Seam-sealed 2.5 layer mini-ripstop is fully waterproof and breathable SWN6413 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.) Jyango Green / Tomato Puree • Adjustable wrist closures and bungee waist keep out the elements • Zip fly, snap closure and elastic waist with integrated webbing belt for • Under-arm zip vents keep you cool while climbing or skiing a secure fit Black Darjeeling Mist / Shangrila Blue * • Fully adjustable hood is generously sized to fit over helmets • Ankle zips for easy on/of over boots Tomato Puree / Jyango Green • Tibetan script screen printed on the inside tells the jacket’s story • Articulated knees and a gusseted crotch let these pants move with you Fabric: 100% Nylon 30d Lightweight Ripstop • Zip back pocket holds small items securely Fabric: 100% Nylon 30d Light Weight Ripstop SWN7137 S-XL 225 g. (7.9 oz.) SWN6444 S-XL 250 g. (8.8 oz.) Tika / Kharani *
Darjeeling Mist / Kharani Kharani
Toast Ermang / Kharani
Light Jade / Kharani
46 www.sherpaadventuregear.com HARD sHELL - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK HARD sHELL - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 47 I NSULATION - W OMEN’S F YOU’RE SPENDING TIME IN THE KIND OF TEMPERATURES SHERPAS ENDURE day after day, you need more than a just a few layers and a shell to I keep you comfortable. So we asked the late, much-missed Pemba Doma Sherpa—one of two women ever to scale Everest from both faces—to help us design a line of insulated jackets that would keep anyone warm at high elevations. This is the result.
Vajra Primaloft® Jacket 60 gsm Ilam II Jacket 100 gsm When you don’t need a full-on parka—or even a down A wonderful place to visit, the Ilam district in the sweater—but you do need a bit of insulation for those chilly hilly Eastern Region of Nepal is famous for its natural mountain mornings, this jacket is ideal. Warm even when scenery, tea production and rain. And this hooded wet, you’ll take the cozy Vajra everywhere thanks to its small Primaloft jacket is the ideal companion when you’re packed size. out seeing the sights. The synthetic insulation has a high warmth to volume ratio, so it keeps you cozy • Compresses down to next-to-nothing to fit neatly in your pack • 2 hand warmer pockets and one zip chest pocket hold necessities without making you feel like the Michelin Man. And it • Lycra® binding at collar and cuffs creates a snug seal stays warm when wet. • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • High compressibility makes this jacket easy to pack Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-Light Ripstop DWR w/ 60 gsm Ultra-Light • Lycra binding on collar and cuffs trap warmth Primaloft® One Fill • Insulated hood for cold temps • Extended tail provides maximum coverage SW7157 S-XL 310 g. (10.9 oz.) Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop w/ 100 gsm Ultra-light Primaloft® One Fill Black Subji Green SWN7174 S-XL 560 g. (19.8 oz.)
Light Jade Black
Tika * Subji Green *
Light Jade
Tika
Vajra Primaloft® Vest 60 gsm Meera Primaloft® Pant 100 gsm Sometimes, just a little extra insulation around your core is Most people pack an insulated jacket when they’re headed to all you need to stay nice and toasty. For those times, we’ve glacially cold climates, but the Sherpa secret to staying warm created this vest. It packs down so small you won’t even is insulated pants. These low-profile, Primaloft-filled pants Pasang Sherpa and the Thyangboche Monastery, Thyangboche, Nepal. know you’re carrying it. are designed to keep you toasty in wet and blustery weather. Photo by Joseph Puryear • So light and small, it practically disappears inside your pack If you’re spending day after day outside in frigid temps they • 2 hand warmer pockets and one zip chest pocket hold necessities are worth their weight in gold. Thyangboche Down Sweater 750 Fill Thyangboche Down Vest 650 Fill • Lycra® binding at collar and cuffs creates a snug seal • Light weight compressibility for easy packing and carrying • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant • Full side zips let you take these pants on and off in a flash Our signature piece, this feather-weight down sweater features plush, Named after the Thyangboche monastery, spiritual center of the Khumbu region, this down vest would make a wonderful- Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-Light Ripstop DWR w/ 60 gsm Ultra-Light • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant 750-fill down lofted in an ultra-light ripstop nylon shell. This is the down Primaloft® One Fill • Articulated knees provide freedom of movement without binding jacket you squash down and throw in your pack for an overnighter, toss ly warm companion on the trek up from Namche. Made with Fabric: 100% Nylon Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 100 gsm Ultra-light on after a long day on the slopes, or wear while you’re waiting for your 650 fill power goose down, it is just a little bit lighter than our turn on the ropes. Best of all, it’s got a surprisingly flattering fit. popular Thyangboche Down Sweater. Since it offers so much SW7158 S-XL 290 g. (10.2 oz.) Primaloft® One Fill • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon highly water resistant warmth for its size and weight there’s no reason not to pack it Black along just in case the mercury drops. SWN6422 S-XL 320 g. (11.3 oz.) • 2 zip hand pockets and one internal zip pocket hold small items Subji Green • Drawcords at hem and waist hold in heat • A DWR coating makes the ultra-light, ripstop nylon water resistant Black • Light weight and compressibility make it highly packable • 2 hand pockets and one internal pocket hold small items Light Jade * Fabric: 100% Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 750 Fill Power Goose Down • Ultra-light weight and compressibility make it highly packable Tika Fabric: 100% Ultra-light Ripstop DWR w/ 650 Fill Power Goose Down SWN7043 S-XL 500 g. (17.6 oz.) SWN7044 S-XL 370 g. (13.1 oz.) Black
Toast Ermang Black
Eggplant * Eggplant
Chive Dark Jade *
Dark Jade
48 www.sherpaadventuregear.com INSULATION - women’s 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK INSULATION - women’s www.sherpaadventuregear.com 49 Renzing Hat Jumla Hat A single-stripe of color adds a contemporary flair to this The warmth of wool combines with simple style to cre- H ATS traditional, hand-knit beanie. ate an everyday, everywhere hand-knit winter toque. Fabric: 100% Lambswool Fabric: 100% Wool hen you’re out in cold weather, a large percentage of your body heat is lost through your head. So we’ve created a line of stylish hats in a variety of W fabrics to suit any level of activity. When you purchase one of our hand-crafted wool hats, you’re also directly supporting local Nepalese families. Each KH209 One 80 g. (2.8 oz.) KH208 One 100 g. (3.5 oz.) one has been individually carded and knit by Sherpa women to produce an authentic, one-of-a-kind look. Kharani / Amdo Bronze Toast Ermang
Kharani / Dark Jade Kharani
Kharani / Lama Red Neelo Tashi Hat Jiri Hat Kharani / Subji Green Subji Green Knitted by the Sherpa women of Namche Bazaar, this A solid color version of our classic hand-knit Tashi hat, Kharani / Tandoori Spice Tandoori Spice
classic-style wool Sherpa hat has polar fleece lined the Jiri has the same cozy polar fleece lined earflaps and Kharani / Eggplant * Rani Blue earflaps and hat band for itch-free warmth. hat band to keep you extra-warm without itching. Angur * Fabric: 100% Wool Fabric: 100% Wool
KH001 One 110 g. (3.9 oz.) KH210 One 110 g. (3.9 oz.)
Toast Ermang / Tchampa / Tandoori Spice Toast Ermang
Kharani / Monsoon Grey / Black Kharani Eggplant / Phool / Darjeeling Mist Neelo Sokpo Hat Vajra Hat Pangboche Red / Kharani / Achaar Subji Green Made to match perfectly with the women’s Sokpo fleece jacket, this Filled with the same Primaloft insulation as our Vajra jackets, the Sherpa fleece lined hat blends soft warmth, technical fabric and ski-style earflaps and small brim offer full protection against cold, Peepal Green / Subji Green / Tchampa * Cusho * great style. clear winter weather. A Velcro chinstrap and polar fleece lined ear Neelo / Dark Jade / Kharani Lama Red Fabric: Shell: 100% Micro Fleece; Lining: 35% Acrylic / 65% Polyester Sherpa Lining flaps and hat band make it extra-cozy. Fabric: 100% Nylon 60 gsm Primaloft insulation SH450 One 50 g. (1.8 oz.) PH600 One 50 g. (1.8 oz.) Toast Ermang *
Rani Blue Black
Angur Rara Blue Subji Green
Tika *
Namche Hat Limited Edition Made of the finest lambs wool and decorated with classic Sherpa designs, each Namche hat is individually crafted by Nepalese women in Namche Bazaar with a unique design available for this season only. Fabric: 100% Lambswool Norbu Soft Shell Hat Lukla Convertible Hat KH215 One 110 g. (3.9 oz.) This stretchy, soft shell hat is a great choice for active pursuits. Made A baseball cap is always a welcome addition to your pack for trek- with the same nano tech fabric as the women’s Khumbila and men’s king or spring touring. This one offers protection than most thanks Toast Ermang / Pema White / Black * Rongbuk jackets, it’s hollow yarn fibers fight odors and create a capil- to a stow-away sun flap that protects your neck from the sun. Pema White / Black lary action to move the moisture away from your skin. Fabric: 100% Nylon Fabric: 50% Nylon / 44% Polyester / 6% Spandex Healtha® WH100 One 85 g. (3 oz.) SH400 One 15 g. (0.5 oz.) Tchampa *
Black * Peepal Green Rara Blue
Lama Red
Toast Ermang
Light Jade
Cusho
A Sherpa child plays peekaboo in Namche Bazaar. 50 www.sherpaadventuregear.com HATS Photo by Joseph Puryear 1.877.724.8735 1.877.SAG-TREK HATS www.sherpaadventuregear.com 51 S L E E P I N G B AGS HE FIRST SLEEPING BAGS CREATED AROUND THE USER, our revolutionary, articulated ergonomic design conforms to your body to eliminate dead T spots, maximize warmth, and let you move comfortably. And the innovative center-front zipper lets you cook, eat, drink or play cards without getting out, or losing critical warmth from inside the bag. Every one of our bags is designed with the same durable construction and details as our Tenzing 1 Expedition bag—the only difference is the temperature rating.
Tenzing 1 Premium Expedition -40°F Down Bag 800 Fill Pertemba 0°F Down Bag 750 Fill Lhakpa Rita 32°F Down Bag 750 Fill If you plan on heading to the highest and coldest places in the Built using the same innovative design and premium fill and When you don’t expect the temperature to drop much world, you want the Tenzing 1 premium 800-power fill down fabrics as our Tenzing 1, this sleeping bag—named after Per- below freezing, this is the bag you need. It’s just the expedition sleeping bag. Tested on Everest, it’s rated to minus temba Sherpa, one of the living legends of mountaineering— is right weight to keep you toasty in spring and summer 40-degrees and has everything you need for comfort and survival ideal for most winter camping and high altitude activities. mountain temperatures. in the most extreme regions of the globe. Fabric: Shell: 100% Fine Nylon Fabric: Shell: 100% Fine Nylon Fabric: Shell: 100% Fine Nylon Fill: 750 Power Fill European Goose Down (1050g/37oz Fill: 750 Power Fill European Goose Down (900g/32oz Fill: 800 Power Fill European Goose Down (1400g/50oz Down Weight) Down Weight) Down Weight)
86” x 34” x 24” 1990 g. (70.2 oz.) 86” x 33” x 24” 1700 g. (60.0 oz.) 86” x 33” x 24” 1550 g. (54.7 oz.)
Lungta Red / Darjeeling Mist Yellow / Blue Blue / Yellow
Sleeping Bag Features (all bags): • Innovative 3-dimensional construction allows improved function and mobility • Center-front zipper lets you use your hands without losing body heat • Internal draft tube around the waist helps keep cold air out (Tenzing 1 only) • Trapezoidal baffle construction keeps feathers where they belong • Insulated shoulder baffle is lined with soft tricot for comfort • Single-handed drawcord hood operation is easy to use • 2” Oxford nylon webbing keeps zipper from snagging on bag • Full-length zipper baffle prevents cold spots • Power net pocket keeps pillow in place as you toss and turn • Utility pocket at head level provides easy access to watch or headlamp • Ultra-light ripstop fabric means 50% less weight and packing volume • Hang loops let you dry the bag easily after a big trip • Nylon compression sack and mesh storage bag included
52 www.sherpaadventuregear.com SLEEPING BaGS Nighttime at the Thyangboche Monastery,1.877.724.8735 Khumbu Region, Nepal. 1.877.SAG-TREK SLEEPING BaGS www.sherpaadventuregear.com 53 Photo by Joseph Puryear S HERPA A DVENTURE G EAR Sizing Information Sherpa Adventure Gear Product Warranty
Celebrating the First Five Years MEN’S S M L XL XXL Sherpa Adventure Gear takes great pride Products returned under warranty must in the quality of its products. Our goal is to be sent directly to Sherpa Adventure Gear Neck 15 15.5 16 17 18 HERPA ADVENTURE GEAR WAS INSPIRED BY SHEER chance in 2003. become well known, and there are Sherpa families in Nepal that will smile make superior gear that honors the legend- Quality Assurance Department: Oakesdale, Chest 36-38 39-41 42-44 45-47 48-50 SBack then, my family and I owned an import clothing business. While every year thanks to our support. ary Sherpas who have built their reputation Commerce Center, Building W6, Suite D, Waist 30-31 32-33 34-35 36-37 38-39 on being the toughest high altitude climbers 810 SW 34th Street, Renton, WA 98057. All walking down the streets of Manhattan, a magazine issue commemorat- in the world. We have used their experience shipments must be prepaid and insured. ing the 50th anniversary of the first ascent of Everest caught my eye. I was As time goes on, more Sherpa athletes are being invited into the fold to test Sleeve 33-34 34-35 35-36 36-37 37-38 and input to make products that are truly Sherpa Adventure Gear will not be liable for amazed to discover that my Uncle, Ang Gyalzen Sherpa, was on Sir Edmund and endorse our growing line of products. And we continue to expand our Inseam 31-32 32-33 32-33 32-33 32-33 outstanding. packages lost in transit. Hillary’s celebrated expedition back in 1953. business in Nepal and employ local Sherpas whenever possible. But at the Our products are fully warranted against de- Our warranty does not cover items bought * Men’s sizes available in XXL by special order only core we will always be a small company with a simple vision of doing busi- * Waist sizing reflects adjustable waists, some waists are fixed even sizing fects and materials and workmanship. If, for on close outs or at off price outlets. For Today, few climbers attempt the treacherous peaks of the Himalayas without ness in the inimitable way of the Sherpas…One step at a time, helping each * Inseam length varies slightly from style to style depending on garment application any reason product should fail in its function further information on warranty issues, * Product weights in catalog are given for size large Sherpas to make the route, carry the load and lay the rope to top and back. other on the climb up, and never losing sight of the destination. due to a manufacturing defect we will repair please contact Customer Services at Sherpa Although foreigners pay tens of thousands of dollars just to secure a permit or replace the product at our discretion. Adventure Gear 425.251.0760. WOMEN’S XS S M L XL Damages caused by accident, negligence, It is expected and recommended that the to climb, these amazing, high altitude mountaineers risk their lives for a pit- Namaste, normal wear and tear or the natural deterio- user follow the care instructions on our care Bust 32-33 34-35 36-37 38-40 41-44 tance. And they rarely receive any of the fame, fortune or recognition that fol- ration of colors and materials over an extend- label for all our products. This extends the lows a successful summit. Sleeve 30 30-31 31-32 32-33 33-34 ed period are not covered by this warranty. life of the product. Thank you for buying a If the original owner wishes to have his Sherpa Adventure Gear product. We are sure Waist 25-26 27-28 29-30 31-33 34-36 Instead, most Sherpa heroes live in total anonymity in the shadow of Everest. product repaired for damages not covered by that you will enjoy wearing it as much as we Hip 35-36 37-38 39-40 41-43 44-46 the warranty we will do so for a reasonable love making them! Making a Difference Inseam 30-31 31-32 31-32 31-32 31-32 fee if such repair is possible. Shipping costs will be charged. Our warranty only extends Tashi Sherpa * Women’s sizes available in XS by special order only to the original owner of the product. Sherpa Adventure Gear was created as * Inseam length varies slightly from style to style depending on garment application President and Founder * Product weights in catalog are given for size medium a means for sharing the Sherpa story HOW TO MEASURE: Measurements refer to body
with the world at large, and support- The Sherpa Adventure Gear Team in Kathmandu, Nepal, November, 2007 size, not garment dimensions, and are in inches, unless otherwise noted. ing these unsung heroes. We do this in CHEST/BUST: Measure around the largest part of the chest or bust, under the arms and across shoulder blades part by setting aside up to $.50 from NECK: Measure the largest portion of the neck every product sold. Then we use this circumference SLEEVE: Measure from the center back of neck to the money to support non-profits in Ne- elbow and down to the wrist HIPS: Stand with the feet together and measure largest pal, and to sponsor Sherpa athletes— area around giving them greater recognition and INSEAM: Measure from the inside the center of the crotch to all the way down of the leg of your favorite pants Tomato Monsoon Toast Pani Evening income. Each Sherpa Brand ambas- Puree Grey Ermang Haze Dark Jade Eggplant sador is also paid a royalty based on Peepal sales. In return they test our products Green Tika Neelo Cusho and help with design.
This year, we have contracted with Sherpa craftspeople in Namche to hand-knit all of our wonderful wool hats. Now these hard-working women Thala Achaar Jyango Phool (some of whom are our cousins) no Rani Darjeeling FW08 Sherpa Colors Light Tchampa Green Mist longer need to rely on the ebb and Angur Jade Blue Pema flow of tourists to sell their wares. White
Thoji Che (thank you)
As we look back on the last five years, everyone at Sherpa Adventure Gear is eternally grateful for every customer Kharani who has put their faith in our prod- Jumla Amdo Rara Blue Black Chive Subji Bronze Khumbu Orange Lama ucts. Today our Sherpa heroes have Pangboche Green Night Misted Red Red Yellow Tandoori Spice
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