ADAPTIVE GEAR FOR INSPIRED TRAVEL & ADVENTURE

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4 DESIGNED FOR THE ELEMENTS These four principles are the foundation of every piece that carries the Kathmandu WE DESIGN, WE TEST, WE ADAPT, ORIGINAL. logo. They’re the basis of the questions we ask ourselves throughout the design and RIGHT HERE IN NEW ZEALAND. SUSTAINABLE. manufacturing process. We continue to engineer, evolve and reengineer solutions to give our customers We were born in New Zealand – a breathtaking ENGINEERED. the best experience. With industry-leading country where isolation breeds innovation fabrics and clever design features, we’ve and the hunger to explore. ADAPTIVE. proven our care for craft and originality. If we can’t find the technology to make 12 something, we’ll invent it. And we’re TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE For 30 years, we have designed our gear to take on the rugged landscapes proud that we see every challenge and of our homeland and to outfit the adventurous spirit of our people. solution through the lens of sustainability – responsible innovation is never an With Kiwi ingenuity, and an open mind, we continuously adapt our gear afterthought. to endure different weather conditions, diverse terrains, and the ever- changing needs of travellers. Through in-house prototyping, we’re constantly testing our gear to make sure it’s adaptive. Being adaptive is about We act with people and the planet in mind – from the creative minds the ability to do more than one thing, of our designers, to the careful hands of our suppliers, to the backs to adjust when required, to excel in of our customers all around the world. multiple environments, and to listen to the ever-changing needs of our 26 We believe that adventure begins when you pack your . customers – ultimately, making travel ADVENTURE IS A LIFESTYLE and adventure more enjoyable. We are Kathmandu.

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Jardin DESIGNED FOR GORE-TEX® Jacket v2 Designed to withstand the elements. This high performance jacket is fully waterproof, windproof and breathable. The abrasion-resistant fabric makes it suitable for carrying THE ELEMENTS packs and an articulated fit allows a full range of movement.

››GORE-TEX® 3-LAYER FABRIC: RUGGED, WATERPROOF AND [M] BE PREPARED TO IGNORE THE WEATHER WINDPROOF.

Forget about ‘bad weather’. The only thing that holds you ››FULLY WATERPROOF AND back from adventure is not having the right gear. SEAM-SEALED. The key to enjoying the outdoors – whether you’re hiking, ››HOOD ROLLS AWAY INTO COLLAR.

, rafting or fishing – is staying warm and dry. ››FLEECE-LINED COLLAR AND CHIN That means choosing gear that’s waterproof and insulating, GUARD FOR ADDED COMFORT. as well as moisture wicking, quick-drying and breathable. Growing up with New Zealand’s diverse conditions, we’ve learnt to be prepared for the elements – because weather [W] should never hold you back.

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RUGGED, Monrovia WINDPROOF, ngx™ Jacket v2

WATERPROOF. The perfect grab-and-go jacket for travelling. The Monrovia can be combined with any 3-in-1 Zip System mid-layer In one way or another, our weatherproof jackets to provide both optimal weather protection and warmth. are engineered to adjust when required and to excel Our ngx™ 2.5 lightweight fabric makes it waterproof, in multiple environments – ultimately making your windproof and breathable. travel adventures better.

[M] Blackburn GORE-TEX® Jacket

[W] Whether you’re on a day-hike [W] or travelling overseas, this versatile jacket is at home on the mountain or in the city. This high performance jacket is durable, waterproof, windproof, lightweight, and easy to pack.

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Goose Down Hooded Jacket v5 EXTREME WARMTH, [M]

SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT. Warm and functional on the mountain but with enough style to go anywhere. Down insulation is packable, traps in body heat and provides With driFILL insulation technology, this the most efficient warmth-to-weight ratio. Whether you’re breathable goose down jacket maintains its loft even when wet and provides [W] lining up a summit, travelling through changeable climates ultimate warmth and comfort. It’s also or cheering on from the sidelines, there’s a Kathmandu highly compressible, saving you space down jacket to suit your adventure. when travelling.

Heli Down Jacket v2

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The perfect extra layer or versatile jacket. Women’s Longline Lightweight and easily compressible, Duck Down Coat v3 [W] it provides warmth without the weight. The full front zip with chin guard, high neck-warming collar and adjustable hem protects you from the weather while the Designed for optimum comfort and two front zipped security pockets hold insulation, this coat provides a stylish, your essentials. Minimum 80% down. versatile option for your winter wardrobe. There’s wind and water resistance for a [M] high level of weather protection and the extra length delivers snug warmth.

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WEAR IT THREE WAYS.

[W] [ INNER ] Talas 3-in-1 Jacket

IF YOU Our all-in-one winter jacket that can be worn three ways. The waterproof shell and comfortable down-filled inner jacket can each be worn separately, or they can be [M] Talas 3-in-1 zipped together to provide optimal weather COULD ONLY protection, style and warmth. TAKE ONE Jacket JACKET

››OUTER JACKET HAS TAILORED SILHOUETTE AND LONGER LENGTH. ZIP FRONT, FLEECE LINED FRONT SECURITY POCKETS.

››THREE POINT ADJUSTABLE AND REMOVABLE HOOD WITH FRONT STORM FLAP.

››INNER DUCKDOWN JACKET IN LIGHTWEIGHT NYLON WITH A DURABLE WATER REPELLENT (DWR) FINISH, COSY FLEECE LINED POCKETS AND COLLAR.

May not be available in colour shown. 10 11 ADAPTIVE TRAVEL & ADVENTURE GEAR KATHMANDUOUTDOOR.COM OUR CLASSIC ADVENTURE PACK. TRAVEL Interloper WITH PURPOSE gridTECH® Pack v2 The world is at your feet with our classic Wherever your travel adventures take you, you need gear that pack designed for adventure travel and trekking. Featuring our adjustable will go the distance and prepare you for whatever curve balls ergonomic C3 ADAPT® harness, the come your way. With limited pack space, you also need gear Interloper offers carrying comfort over that’s lightweight, compact and multi-purpose – gear that long distances. 70L. takes you from bustling city airports and narrow cobbled streets to rugged mountains and balmy beaches. Nobody travels more than us Kiwis, and we prove it with our travel gear. Our gear is engineered to be packable and lightweight without compromising on durability and protection – everything needed for adventures that run ››OUR C3® ADAPT HARNESS IS QUICK AND EASY TO ADJUST FOR long into the night, come rain, hail or shine. MAXIMUM COMFORT AND THE BEST POSSIBLE LOAD-CARRYING EXPERIENCE.

››OUR GLUON® SYSTEM SETS THE STANDARD IN DETACHABLE DAYPACKS BY OPTIMISING SPACE.

››DEVELOPED BY KATHMANDU, GRIDTECH® IS A TWO-LAYER FABRIC INCORPORATING A RIP- STOP CORDURA® NYLON OUTER AND A ROBUST, WATER-RESISTANT INNER MEMBRANE.

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Terrane Adapt Pack

Kathmandu has always made versatile The final wheel system is so innovative, hybrid trolley that can be worn it’s a world-first – a patent is pending. as , but a few years ago The pull-out system means the pack we asked ourselves: can we reverse can accommodate our top-end C3 the challenge – an adventure travel travel and hiking harness system, that's also got wheels? or our womensFIT harness, specifically made for women. “We asked the question: if you can pull a handle out, why can't you pull a wheel “The whole design ethos is that you set out?” says Kathmandu Product fluff around less with your pack and Designer Blake Richardson. spend more time adventuring,” says Blake. “It's designed to grasp every The first prototype, nicknamed opportunity. There's no excuses that ‘Frankenstein’, set out to test this you don't have the right gear.” idea. Two trolley handles were literally cobbled together – welded, riveted, “It's a flagship piece for the adapt screwed and glued. message,” says Blake. “The whole purpose of its creation was because “I made the first prototype, dragged there was the need for a travel bag it around the car park, poured sand to adapt.” 70L. and gravel in it, curbed it, all with 30kg in the bag – and it seemed to handle it fairly well. The next step was more prototyping and testing.” WORLD-FIRST It’s taken two years of revisions and prototypes to get from ‘Frankenstein’ to ADAPTIVE WHEEL the launch of the Terrane Adapt Pack. TECHNOLOGY Patent-pending retractable wheel set takes this pack from trolley bag to backpack in seconds.

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Alptic Hooded PACK & GO. Down Jacket [M] Over the years we’ve learnt to travel smart. Experience has shown us the importance of taking less and doing This hooded down jacket is a must have for travel. It provides warmth more. Our pack&GO range is all about versatility – without weight or bulk, and is easily ingenious travel solutions like down jackets that fold compressed – packing away into a in the inner pocket. into travel and bags that can be compressed when packing space is critical. [W]

Yatra Down Jacket [W]

This is the multi-tool of travel jackets. The engineered hood folds and zips into a high collar, and the stuff sack on the neck can be used as an ingenious travel . Expedite Jacket [W]

[M] Our lightest, packable travel fleece ››GOOSEDOWN 650 DRIFILL WATER REPELLENT DOWN. that packs into its own front pocket for quick, convenient storage.

››OUTER FABRIC HAS DURABLE [M] WATER REPELLENT (DWR) FINISH.

››MADE WITH RDS (RESPONSIBLE DOWN STANDARD) CERTIFIED DOWN.

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Adapt Men's REVERSIBLE & ADAPTIVE. V-Neck Tee

Travelling smart means being versatile, flexible and ready to change things Turn it inside out to go from solid to stripes. up when inspiration takes hold. This easy-care top is made with a mix of recycled Repreve® polyester and Tencel® quickDRY fabric.

Seymour [M] Jacket

The perfect travel campanion. A reversible jacket designed to adapt to urban and outdoor environments. Not only does it have wind and weather protection, it provides insulated warmth made from recycled polyester. Each side has its own style and the jacket also packs away into its own pocket, making [ REVERSED ] it easy to pack and carry.

[W] Adapt Beanie

An everyday, reversible beanie that can be worn four different ways. Wear it full length for a casual look or cuff the edge for a snugger fit.

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Adapt Women's Hybrid Reversible Dress Trolley v3

This is the dress that can be worn more than 20 ways – so you Don’t let your bag slow you down. This lightweight, can pack less and take more. If you could only take one dress durable and spacious trolley bag quickly converts to wear everywhere this would be it. into a backpack, helping you travel with flexibility. The fold-out backpack harness and extendable handle give you carrying options in any situation. It also features lockable zip docking points and attachment points for a detachable Gluon® daypack. 50L, 70L.

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20 21 ADAPTIVE TRAVEL & ADVENTURE GEAR TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE 4-in-1 SLEEPING BAG KATHMANDUOUTDOOR.COM SAVE SPACE, TRAVEL SMART. Pack with ease. Our range of lightweight packing cells help organise your gear, protect your valuables and maximise luggage space.

OUTER BAG: INNER BAG: Functional hood Great for Ideal for warmer can also be used cooler climates or as a pillow climates. added layer.

COMBINED: DOUBLE: Use the two Zip them together together for to two cold nights. people. 2ºC COMFORT T COMFORT

-4C TRANSITION T LIMIT

-21ºC RISK Corvus Adapt T EXTREME Sleeping Bag Combined bag EN tested with a transition temperature rating of -4 The ultimate sleeping bag for OE degrees Celsius travellers. This Kathmandu-patented, versatile 4-in-1 sleeping bag system adapts to a variety of climates.

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Fairtrade T-Shirt

WE ACT WITH PEOPLE A crew neck tee in a regular fit, made from BCI Cotton. Tee carries the AND THE PLANET IN MIND. FAIRTRADE Certification Mark.

For over 20 years now, we’ve been using recycled materials in our outdoor gear – and that continues with our Repreve range, which uses plastic bottles reclaimed from landfill. Repreve fibre is now used in many of our best sellers, including the Method 20L Pack.

Method Pack v5

Whether you’re studying, travelling or commuting to work, this 20L backpack carries your valuables in a systematic, We know it’s important to keep secure fashion. It features a large main warm and be protected from organiser pocket, a padded 15-inch laptop or tablet sleeve and a fleece-lined the elements, but it should never phone pocket. 20L. come at the cost of animal welfare. We proudly use responsibly sourced goose and duck down in our jackets and vests so you can be confident that any Kathmandu down jacket We’re proud to use independently guaranteed Fairtrade cotton. This ensures with the RDS seal is not only the that our suppliers from small-scale cotton farms in developing countries best warmth to weight material, receive both a fair price and support for social, economic and environmental it’s also the most ethical. projects. It’s been a Kathmandu commitment since 2008. 1. These are conservative estimates for 500ml water bottles.

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Frisco Down Jacket v2

An urban, brushed wool-look jacket that's right at home in any city environment. The down insulation is perfect for lower temperatures and persistent winds, while the Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish shrugs off light snow and rain. ADVENTURE IS A LIFESTYLE [W]

[M] EVERYDAY ADVENTURES Adventures don’t just happen ‘out there in the big wide world’, they can happen every day. Cycle to work, take the dog for a crisp morning walk, kick the ball around the park, sleep outdoors, host a winter backyard feast, go for a midnight, full-moon stroll – the opportunities are only limited by your imagination. Our lifestyle range is designed for everyday adventures. Fusing urban style with outdoor performance, our gear is all about keeping you comfortable from the office to the outdoors.

Frisco Jacket may not be available for wholesale.

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MERINO. Depart THE WORLD’S BEST WOOL. Merino Pullover New Zealand is famous for the best quality Merino wool, and we're proud to use it. Merino is the world’s finest wool – it’s incredibly warm, Our Depart Pullover is a mid-layer that’s comfortable to wear and easy to layer. It’s made from our merinoLINK super soft on the skin, and helps regulate body temperature, making fabric, which blends the natural performance of Merino it the perfect choice for thermal base layers. Our Merino is packed with wool with the moisture-wicking properties of polyester for high performing warmth and moisture management. high-performance benefits for wherever your adventures take you. This versatile pullover has a deep quarter-zip neck and articulated cuffs with thumb loops.

Divide Merino Tops

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These tops, made from super-soft merino, provide lightweight layering all year round. Merino wool cleverly balances your body temperature no matter what the conditions.

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XT driFILL [M] [W] ACHIEVE THE Down Jacket Waterproof, windproof and fully lined, it’s the only jacket you’ll need in extreme conditions. Featuring breathable, water repellent driFILL, this jacket sheds water and dries EXTRAORDINARY quickly, removing the need for any restricting layers. This jacket also has clever equipment compatible features designed with Alpinists in mind.

XT Alopex [M] [W] GORE-TEX® Jacket v4 The XT Series is our premium range, the culmination of exceptional design, extensive testing and extreme performance. Whether you’re backcountry skiing or attempting an alpine ascent, this waterproof, lightweight jacket is for the serious Designed and master-minded by our in-house designers, athlete. It’s constructed with rugged GORE-TEX® PRO fabric, keeping the weather out. RECCO Advanced Rescue the XT Series is the pinnacle of technical performance, Technology is also built into the jacket. thrashed in demanding conditions by our Best in Field gear testers and refined with their expertise. With the addition, this season, of our XT Fitzgerald [M] [W] Boots, the XT range goes from head-to-toe and includes XT Ultralight down jackets, rainwear, a , pack, and sleeping bag Down Jacket v2 – everything you need to achieve the extraordinary.

Super-light, with outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio, this slim-cut, low-profile jacket can be worn on its own or under a shell.

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XT Fitzgerald ngx™ Boots

Developed in-house by Kathmandu and made in Italy, this boot has the industry-best Vibram® sole and a full rubber rand for protection against rock abrasion and wear. The boot is crampon compatible and has a full leather bellows tongue to keep debris out. The carbon fibre midsole gives the boot a light, stable platform with an even flex.

It’s the final piece in the puzzle for the Enter Best in Field Tester, mountaineering XT Series. An Italian-made, three-season and ski guide and instructor Ben Corcoran, ››FULL LEATHER 1000 mountaineering boot that’s taken 1000 who has been part of Kathmandu's UPPER. days to perfect. professional gear-testing program since its ››ngx™ LINER: inception. “I can honestly say I've given the WATERPROOF Simon Pease is Kathmandu's Senior days in Fitzgerald a thrashing. It's had a couple of AND BREATHABLE. Footwear Product Manager. He's been hundred days use over three years and it's ››CRAMPON involved in the footwear industry for 20 held together really, really well. I've worn it COMPATIBLE. years and says the Fitzgerald boot is the development in the snow, in volcanoes, all over Arthur's boot he's wanted to create for a long time. Pass, tramping around Makarora and even “We've been working on this idea for five caving down Howard's hole in Takaka Hill. years, but it's been in serious development If I was buying one boot for general New for 1000 days now. It needed to be tough Zealand adventuring in the back country, to handle the rough rock and greywacke. this would be the boot I'd choose. And it It needed to be waterproof to handle the is the boot I choose. So that is probably snow and it needed to be light enough the ultimate endorsement from me.” to handle long walks,” says Simon.

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To the best of our knowledge all information contained in this catalogue is correct at time of publishing. While we have made every effort to ensure accuracy, product dimensions and specifications are approximate and may change over the course of a season. Colours shown may vary slightly from actual colours and should be used as a guide only. Styles, colours and sizes may vary over the course of a season.

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