Highlights Spring / Summer 2013 by Bergans of Norway

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WELCOME TO BERGANS of norway’s HIGHLIGHTS for summer 2013

Bergans is a result of Norway’s beautiful yet challenging nature and climate. The sometimes extreme conditions place tough demands on outdoor equipment and the people using it.

forever pioneers

Photo: Asgeir Helgestad

Theme pages 4 Expeditions throughout history 8 Alpine mountaineering 14 Outdoor 16 Dress properly with layers 18 Cecilie Skog Signature Line

22 A complete series of 100 % Merino wool base layer 24 Lifestyle 26 Social responsibility 28 Youth – young adventurers

30 Kids – extreme users 32 Backpacks 38 Tents – the room with the best view 40 Choose the right sleeping bag 42 The Birkebeiners

44 Hunting 48 Ally canoe 50 The 2008 Trango Expedition 67 Paddling towards the North Pole 68 Join Bergans on a trip! (back page)

Photo: Johnny Haglund

Product overview 52 Shell clothing 54 Softshell and microfiber 55 Cotton / Polyester 56 Midlayer and added insulation

58 100 % Merino wool base layer 59 T-shirts 60 Youth, size 128 – 164 61 Kids, size 92 – 122

62 Backpacks 64 Tents 65 Sleeping bags and accessories 66 Ally canoe

A CENTURY OF ADVENTURES

Ole F. Bergansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; brilliant invention of the backpack with frame in 1908 made Bergans a leading supplier of backpacks, a position we have held for more than 100 years.

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT FOR PIONEERS THROUGHOUT

A CENTURY OF ADVENTURES

Norwegians have always been active outdoor people. Our environment is unbelievably beautiful, yet extremely demanding. Now and then we have freezing cold, a lot of snow, strong wind, and rain. The extreme weather places high requirements on both clothing and equipment. People have survived the elements here for thousands of years by means of hereditary knowledge and generations of experience. This same experience is the foundation of all Bergansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; products. Our technically advanced materials and our constant focus on development and design make survival not only more probable, but also increasingly more comfortable. Practical testing in extreme Arctic and Antarctic conditions has always been an important part of the continuous development of our products. Polar explorers such as Roald Amundsen, Lincoln Ellsworth, and Robert Scott were among the first to use Bergans backpacks on their expeditions. In more modern times, Team Bergans members such as Cecilie Skog and Rune Gjeldnes have continued this tradition, using Bergans clothing, tents, and backpacks on their expeditions.

FAMOUS EXPEDITIONS AND HEROIC PIONEERS EQUIPPED WITH BERGANS of norway:

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Led the first expedition that reached the geographic South Pole in December 1911.

Lost the race to the South Pole against Roald Amundsen and died on the way back, together with his four expedition members.

Led the Endurance expedition which failed to cross the continent of Antarctica, but nevertheless remains one of the greatest achievements in the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.

Led the second and third British expeditions to Mount Everest in 1922 and 1924.

The South Pole Roald Amundsen

The South Pole Robert F. Scott

Antarctica Ernest Henry Shackleton

Mount Everest General Charles G. Bruce

The invention of the backpack with frame received a great deal of praise, distinction, and international awards. The word “Bergans” became synonymous with “backpack” in many countries (e.g. the USA, the Netherlands, and China).

Roald Amundsen wrote a letter of thanks to Bergans in 1928: “I have on several occasions been using Bergans Meis and Knapsack, and it has always served me exceedingly well.”

Lincoln Ellsworth’s father financed Roald Amundsen’s expedition to the North Pole with the airship Norge. The condition was that his son would participate.

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Ellsworth and the crew onboard the airship Norge have been credited together with Amundsen for being the first to discover the North Pole from the air.

Byrd started his first expedition to Antarctica in 1928. The expedition comprised two ships and three airplanes. Byrd and his crew successfully performed a flight to the South Pole and back to the base, a feat that put their names in the history books.

The first person to conquer Mount Everest (8850 m or 29,029 feet above sea level). He climbed Mt. Everest on 29 May 1953 together with Sherpa Tenzing Norgay.

The North Pole Lincoln Ellsworth & Roald Amundsen

The South Pole Richard E. Byrd

Mount Everest Sir Edmund Hillary

A CENTURY OF ADVENTURES

Rune Gjeldnes and Torry Larsen spent 109 days and nights skiing across the Arctic Ocean, from Russia to Canada via the North Pole.

Mt. Everest’s approx. 3-km high north face has an average slope of 55°. Tormod Granheim wrote the book På ski fra Everest (Skiing from Mount Everest) about the expedition.

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Arctic Ocean Rune Gjeldnes & Torry Larsen In 2000, theirs was the first unsupported expedition to ski across the Arctic Ocean from Siberia to Canada via the North Pole.

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The South Pole and Mount Vinson Rolf Bae, Cecilie Skog & Per Henry Borch Reached the South Pole on 27 December 2005. On the way back, they conquered Antarctica’s highest mountain, Mount Vinson, at 4,897 meters (16,066 feet). Cecilie Skog thereby became the first woman to have reached the three poles (the North Pole, the South Pole, and Mt. Everest), as well as the “Seven Summits” (the highest mountain on each continent).

Rune Gjeldnes wrote the book På nåde over Antarktis (Beyond the Poles) about the world’s longest ski trek.

2006 “The Longest March”, Antarctica Rune Gjeldnes

Carried out the world’s longest unsupported expedition by crossing Antarctica (4,804 km or 2,985 miles) alone.

The 2008 Trango Expedition was the first climbing team in history to successfully climb and descend the whole Norwegian Route up the Great Trango Tower’s eastern wall.

Cecilie Skog’s exploits as a mountaineer and polar explorer are unparalleled. She has reached both “the Three Poles” and “Seven Summits”. No other woman has been able to match Cecilie’s achievements.

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The feat of being the first to ski down Mount Everest’s north face was supposed to be shared by the two men, but Olsson broke a ski on the way down and then fell in a climbing accident. Granheim continued skiing and managed to find Olsson’s body four days later. Granheim then organized the first helicopter rescue of its time on the Tibetan side of Mt. Everest.

The second expedition to succeed in reaching the peak of the 6,286-metre-high (20,623 feet) mountain along the so-called “Norwegian Route”. They spent 27 days on the ascent and 3 days on the descent.

Lars Nessa became the first Norwegian to climb to the top of K2, the world’s second highest mountain on 1 August 2008. Cecilie Skog was just a little behind him. The joy of the accomplishment was quickly replaced by deep sorrow when Rolf Bae was swept away by an avalanche and lost his life on the way down. A total of 11 climbers and Sherpas died on this catastrophic day on K2.

The first expedition to cross Antarctica on skis using only their muscle power, without a wind ski sail or other assistance.

Mount Everest Tormod Granheim & Tomas Olsson

Great Trango Tower Rolf Bae, Stein Ivar Gravdal, Bjarte Bøe & Sigurd Felde

K2 Rolf Bae, Cecilie Skog, Lars Nessa & Øystein Stangeland

Antarctica Cecilie Skog & Ryan Waters

ALPINE MOUNTAINEERING

Unforgettable moments on the way to the top alpine mountaineering products Developed with functions and characteristics to suit even the most demanding MOUNTAINEERING EXPERIENCE.

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

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1. Glittertind Jacket, durable shell jacket especially developed for mountaineering, and Isfjorden Light Insulated Jacket, heat-insulating, light jacket. 2. Skare Inner Glove, soft inner glove for mittens/gloves. 3. Tine Hat, hat with 30% wool. 4. Lexan Bottle, almost unbreakable drinking bottle. 5. Exit Wool Tee, thin T-shirt in 100% Merino wool. 6. Vier Jacket, quick-drying jacket in wool mix with high breathability.

7. Soleie Shirt, ultra-light undershirt in 100% Merino wool. 8. Isfjorden Light Insulated Jacket, heat-insulating, light mountain jacket. 9. StorebjĂ¸rn Pants, shell pants for the most demanding mountain hikes, and Soleie Tights, in thin 100% Merino wool. 10. Helium 55 l, our most popular expedition pack. 11. Active Light Jacket, in thin, light, and windproof microfiber.

12. Kjerag Jacket, technical softshell jacket with great stretch. 13. Kjerag Pants, softshell pants with good breathability. 14. Gaiter, short gaiters with reinforcements on the inside of the ankles. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

ALPINE MOUNTAINEERING

details and functions

Velcro cuff adjustment and tailored cuff

Protective flap in soft microfiber

Large, adjustable hood with angled tunnel opening, stiffener and brim

eyelet for headphones

Articulated elbows

Extra long ventilation zips

Front pockets are designed to avoid interfering with a backpack’s hip belt glittertind jacket

Extended back panel

Elastic draw cord at the hem

200% stretch

All seams are taped internally

HIGH BREATHABILITY

DERMIZAX™ – the smart shell

all pockets in highly breathable mesh

WATER- AND WINDPROOF

Would you like to climb Romsdalshorn or Store Skagastølstind? Norgesguidene will give you a positive, instructive, and safe mountain experience, whether you go on a climbing, glacier, skiing, or day trip to Norway’s most famous glaciers and summits.

Glittertind Jacket Cross valleys, traverse glaciers and conquer peaks. The Glittertind Jacket has what it takes to keep up with all of your outdoor ambitions. It provides optimum protection against bad weather and wind and is made from 3-layer Dermizax™ stretch material. It’s lightweight and has a small pack volume, which means that it doesn’t take up too much room in your backpack. Underarm zips and pockets in mesh provide good ventilation, and details like the extended back, fixed hood, and asymmetrical zip ensure greater comfort and functionality. Pack it in your backpack when you go out, and you’ll be ready for most conditions.

Dermizax™ represents technical properties at the highest level.

Carefully considered details and functions make outdoor equipment from Bergans ideally suited to a wide range of outdoor activities.

Photo: Morten Delbæk, Asgeir Helgestad

ALPINE MOUNTAINEERING

Europe’s tallest vertical rock face Climbing up the steepest route on the Troll Wall in Norway is actually one of the most unnatural experiences nature can offer. All in all, very few climbers have tried to climb the Troll Wall in wintertime. Neither had Tormod Granheim or Aleksander Gamme, but after they were joined by famous climber Andy Kirkpatrick, they just had to try. On 26 January 2013, the trio reached the top of the “Suser Gjennom Harryland” route. It is 600 meters (1,968 feet) long, and it doesn’t go straight up, but slightly outward. This left the guys hanging in some sections many meters away from the rock face, forcing them to use rope and hooks in order to pull themselves closer to the rock.

The mountain is approximately 1,750 meters (5,741 feet), 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) of which are vertical cliff.

“I like the feeling of being somewhere that people don’t belong” Tormod Granheim, climber and extreme skier in Team Bergans.

Photo: tormodgranheim.com

outdoor

WANDERLUST AND A THIRST FOR ADVENTURE Our technical outdoor products have been developed with functional solutions which provide maximum performance and help protect mountaineers in their fight against the elements.

Photo: Johnny Haglund

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Leknes Short Sleeve Shirt, light, quick-drying shirt. Skåla Tee, technical T-shirt with good breathability. Lexan Bottle, almost unbreakable drinking bottle. Microlight Jacket, in thin, light, and windproof microfiber. Stranda Jacket, technical softshell jacket for an active outdoor lifestyle. Eidfjord Jacket, waterproof shell jacket for an outdoor lifestyle in all kinds of weather, and Krekling Shirt, warm and comfortable undershirt in 100% Merino wool.

7. Gaiter Dermizax™, high gaiters in waterproof Dermizax™. 8. Rauma Pants, light shell pants with good ventilation, and Krekling Tights, warm and medium thick tights in 100% Merino wool. 9. Glittertind 70 l, the pack that follows all of your body’s movements. 10. Park City Jacket, light and thin fleece jacket. 11. Down Light Jacket, don’t head out on a hike without a thin down jacket in your pack.

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12. Imingen Pants, many hikers’ favorite pants for hiking in good weather. 13. Sleeping bag, for a good night’s sleep when you’re out on a trip. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

JOIN THE TEAM AND PILE ON THE LAYERS

“Four layers of clothing allow you to add and remove garments and adjust your need for protection to all conditions.” Tormod Granheim, climber and extreme skier in Team Bergans.

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

1. Base layer The inner layer must keep you warm and wick moisture away from your body. The garment should be of 100% Merino wool and fit very close to your body. (Soleie Shirt, Soleie Tights) 2. Midlayer The second layer of clothing should insulate and be suitable for both high and low activity levels. The midlayer can be made from wool or fleece. (Park City Jacket) 3. Outer layer The outer layer must be

windproof and breathable. At the same time, it is very useful if the garment is also waterproof. Garments in Dermizax™ represent the best we can offer in shell clothing. (Dynamic Neo Jacket, Rauma Pants)

4. Added insulation Don’t head out on

a hike without heat-insulating garments in your pack so you’re ready when the temperature drops. (Deer Hat, Hitra Wool Mitten, Down Light Jacket, Glittertind 55 l)

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meters (5,216 feet) above sea level; that’s how much Bergan Castle towers over its surroundings. A mountain in Antarctica named after Bergans for the contribution to polar exploration and expeditions in the area.

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km/h (79.54 mph) while skiing backwards meant a world record and a place in the Guinness Book of Records for Anders Backe, jibber on Team Bergans. The record was set on the landing slope of Vikersundbakken on 21 February 2012.

cecilie skog signature line

The polar princess Cecilie Skog comes from Ålesund and is a trained nurse. She has studied outdoor education at the college in Volda, has several years of experience as a mountain guide in Norway and abroad, and has worked both as a glacier guide and glacier instructor. “I rediscovered outdoor life in my teens, when I came back home from a year abroad. The mountains were punching holes into the sky and I wanted to pay them a visit. My visits grew more and more frequent. Together with a sense of achievement and curiosity, along came the dreams.” Cecilie Skog’s accomplishments as a mountain climber and polar explorer are unparalleled, and she does what she does for pure love of nature. In addition to expeditions where she has distinguished herself as “the first” or “the only one”, she is always involved in a trip. She either hikes along Greenland’s ice cap, travels to the Shetland Islands in a Viking boat, or walks in the fields outside the town.

Cecilie’s achievements “The Three Poles” – the North Pole, the South Pole, and Mount Everest. “Seven Summits” – the highest mountain on each continent. Cecilie and Tore Sunde-Rasmussen are also the only two Norwegians to complete both versions of “Seven Summits”. The only woman to have both “the Three Poles” and “Seven Summits” on her list of achievements. The first Norwegian woman to climb a mountain over 8,000 meters (26,246 feet). The second woman in the world to ski to the North Pole from the mainland. The 10th woman in the world to conquer K2.

Photo: cecilieskog.com

cecilie skog signature line

ADVENTUROUS CECILIE SKOG’S ACHIEVEMENTS AS A MOUNTAIN CLIMBER AND POLAR EXPLORER ARE UNPARALLELED. BERGANS HAS DEVELOPED A SPECIAL COLLECTION IN COOPERATION WITH CECILIE SKOG THAT CONSISTS OF WORLD CLASS PRODUCTS.

Photo: cecilieskog.com

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Cecilie Jacket, technical shell jacket especially designed for female outdoor enthusiasts, and Cecilie Down Jacket, windproof, light, and compressible down jacket. Cecilie Microlight Anorak, in thin, light, and windproof microfiber. Cecilie Singlet, in 100% organic cotton. Cecilie Summer Beanie, thin hat in 100% organic cotton. Cecilie Fleece Jacket, thin, athletic fit fleece jacket.

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Cecilie Warm Fleece Jacket, warm and snug fleece jacket. Cecilie Down Jacket, windproof, light, and compressible down jacket. Cecilie Light Insulated Anorak, lightweight heat-insulating anorak. Cecilie Pants, shell pants for active female outdoor enthusiasts.

See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

BASE LAYER IN 100% MERINO WOOL

A complete series of wool base layer Shirts, zip polos, T-shirts, singlets, long tights, short tights, boxers, and hipsters in a number of colors, fabric thicknesses, and weights meet all your needs for high quality wool base layer – regardless of climate and activity. ULTRALIGHT 150 g/m2 – Perfect for training all year round – even during the summer. LIGHTWEIGHT 210 g/m2 – Regulates your body temperature when you’re moving and provides warmth when you take a break. The natural choice, regardless of your activity level. MIDWEIGHT 260 g/m2 – Provides good insulation when the temperature drops. Its natural characteristics guarantee perfect thermal balance during activities. WARM 320 g/m2 – The ultimate choice for keeping warm at extremely low temperatures.

Photo: Panorama Design

lifestyle

WHEN YOU’RE RESTING BETWEEN PEAKs OUR LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS ARE SMART EVERYDAY GARMENTS ADAPTED TO THE NORDIC CLIMATE, WITH PROTECTIVE PROPERTIES FROM TECHNICAL CLOTHING.

Photo: Asgeir Helgestad

1. Lone Jacket, comfortable half-long waterproof outdoor jacket, and Sandøya Jacket, light, thin hooded jacket in fleece. 2. Hitra Jacket, windproof outer jacket in soft wool. 3. Bryggen Jacket, soft and comfortable hooded fleece jacket. 4. Nusfjord Jacket, softshell leisure jacket. 5. Hella Coat, soft, light and waterproof coat. 6. Utne Pirate Pants, in breathable and quick-drying stretch material.

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7. Utne Shorts, shorts in breathable and quick-drying stretch material. 8. Tønsberg Jacket, half-long leisure jacket in durable cotton/polyester. 9. Bygdin 25 l, comfortable pack in canvas with leather details. 10. Sailor Tee, T-shirt of organic cotton and elastane. 11. Longitude Tee, T-shirt of 100 % organic cotton. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Bergans is a member of and supports the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), an association in the sports industry that collects money and donates it to a variety of conservation projects.

We must take responsibility for ensuring that all packaging used on our products is safely recycled. We contribute to recycling schemes through our membership in Grønt Punkt (Green Dot Norway).

Through our membership in the Ethical Trading Initiative Norway, we have pledged to adopt a “Code of Conduct” that comprises a number of principles and to actively follow up on and report our improvement work.

We are proud of our Eco-Lighthouse (Miljøfyrtårn) certificate. This is a Norwegian certification scheme that places specific demands on our environmental work and sets specific quantifiable targets.

Bergans is a Bluesign® system partner. Bluesign is a standard for minimizing the use of chemicals and ensuring a focus on health, environment, and safety in the supplier chain.

Our responsibility We both live from and are passionate about outdoor life and consider taking responsibility for the environment a natural part of our business. Our responsibility covers the whole value chain, from product development and design through production, transport, and logistics to our own administration and warehousing activities. We know that everything we do has an effect on the environment, and we work actively with challenges regarding the environment and social responsibility, both internally and with our suppliers. Bergans must be an ethical player with respect for local and international standards and rules, human rights, and our stakeholders. Our goal is to always make choices that are financially, environmentally, and socially sustainable.

Our commitment Mountian People is a voluntary organization operating in the mountainous countries of Norway and Nepal. The organization enables mountain people in Norway to help mountain people in Nepal establish sustainable projects. Bergans produce mountain equipment, and it is therefore natural for us to be involved in this project. We have contributed to building and running a school in Solukhumbu (near Mount Everest) and another one in the Makalu region, as well as a library/cultural center outside Kathmandu. One of Mountain People’s goals is to build 50 kindergartens by 2015.

Photo: Johnny Haglund

YOUNG ADVENTURERS

HIGH-ENERGY ACTIVITY EQUIPMENT FOR VARYING WEATHER CONDITIONS AND DIFFERENT LEVELS OF ACTIVITY, FOR YOUNGSTERS IN SIZES 128 – 164.

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

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Rolla Jacket, thin jacket in soft and comfortable fleece. Retro Tee, T-shirt of organic cotton and elastane. Krosso Hat, hat with 30 % wool. Sjoa Jacket, waterproof technical shell jacket, and Rolla Jacket, thin jacket in soft and comfortable fleece. Vennesla Jacket, softshell leisure jacket. Utne Pirate Pants, quick-drying pirate pants with stretch.

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7. Sjoa Pants, technical and waterproof shell pants. 8. Kjerag Pants, durable softshell pants. 9. Lier Shorts and Lier Pirate Pants, of soft cotton. 10. Myre Down Jacket, thin jacket of down and softshell. 11. Arendal Jacket, waterproof leisure jacket. 12. Mogop Jacket, of wool, organic cotton and recycled nylon. 13. Bryggen Jacket, comfortable hooded fleece jacket.

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14. Owl Tee, T-shirt of organic cotton and elastane. 15. Birkebeiner Jr. 40 l, durable and practical pack. 16. Microlight Jacket, in thin, light and windproof microfiber. 17. Lista Shorts, swimming shorts in recycled polyester. 18. Rim Hat, hat with 30 % wool. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

FOR THE YOUNGEST

EXTREME USERS CHILDREN ARE EXPLORERS OF THE WORLD, AND FOR THEM EVERY DAY IS AN EXPEDITION. CHOOSE BERGANS QUALITY WITH OUR PRODUCTS FOR CHILDREN IN SIZES 92 – 122.

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1. Knatten Hat, hat with 30 % wool. 2. Smådøl Set, jacket and pants in medium thick fleece. 3. Gossa Jacket, warm jacket in thick “teddy bear” fleece. 4. Reine Jacket, leisure softshell jacket for the youngest. 5. Ruffen Jacket, waterproof technical shell jacket, and Bryggen Jacket, comfortable hooded fleece jacket. 6. Ruffen Pants, technical and waterproof shell pants.

7. Kjerag Pants, durable softshell pants. 8. Base Hat, hat with 30 % wool. 9. Bryggen Jacket, comfortable hooded fleece jacket. 10. Lilletind Coverall, waterproof and durable coverall. 11. Sailor Tee and Monsters Tee, of organic cotton / elastane. 12. Lier Pirate Pants, pirate pants of soft cotton. 13. Rolla Jacket, thin jacket in soft and comfortable fleece.

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14. Microlight Jacket, in thin, light and windproof microfiber. 15. Lilletind Mitten, waterproof rain mittens. 16. Polar Neck Warmer, elastic neck warmer in warm fleece. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

backpacks

100 years of carrying comfort Bergans has a long history as an innovative producer, and the whole thing started with the invention of the backpack with frame in 1908. Ole F. Bergans’ brilliant invention made the Bergans brand a leading supplier of backpacks, a position we have held for more than 100 years. As early as 1911, polar explorers such as Roald Amundsen, Robert F. Scott, Ernest Shackleton, and Wilhelm Filchner were equipped with Bergans backpacks. This very quickly helped make our backpacks world famous, and they soon became the natural choice for many expeditions in the 20th century. The invention of the backpack with frame received a great deal of praise, distinction, and international awards. The word “Bergans” became synonymous with “backpack” in many countries (e.g. the USA, the Netherlands, and China).

U.S. Outdoor Magazine named the Bergans frame number 11 in a list of the 100 most important outdoor inventions of all time in 2012.

Photo: Morten Delbæk

backpacks

Bergans has a range of diligent, hardworking partners who share our goals and visions. They include the Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT), Norwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest outdoor leisure organisation with almost 220 000 members belonging to 56 local associations all over the country. DNT works to promote a simple, active, comprehensive and ecofriendly outdoor lifestyle and to preserve nature and cultural values.

Glittertind 70 / 55 l – The pack with an innovative and awardwinning carrying system When you walk, your body makes lots of different movements all at the same time. The unique Spine carrying system ensures that the pack follows all of your body’s contradictory movements simultaneously. A double helixshaped frame in spring steel is the core element of the Spine carrying system. What is unique in the design is that the hips and the shoulders can move freely, independently of each other. Twisting – In addition to the upward and downward movement of hips and shoulders, they also go forwards and backwards when you walk. Your shoulders then move in the opposite direction, which leads to a twisting of your torso. The helix-shaped spring steel frame does not prevent natural movement, but twists along with your body. Lateral flexion – The helical frame allows the carrying system to bend both ways and shape itself according to the body’s natural movements. Shock absorption – The helical structure works like a shock-absorbing spring during walking. Stability – The greater the movement, the greater the resistance of the spring frame. The range of movement is limited to prevent instability. You can also brace the system by tightening the shoulder straps and the hip belt.

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Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

backpacks

Alpinist – Maximum comfort on hikes with full pack Our most robust long trip backpack has been completely redesigned without affecting its unbeatable carrying features. For several years now, the QSS carrying system has been the trend setter in the development of larger anatomical backpacks. The fifth generation QSS is lighter, better, and more comfortable than ever. The pack is spacious and made to handle heavy loads. The load is distributed through shock absorbers which help minimize the strain on the spine and knees. The main compartment can be split into two separate compartments with a fabric divider that can be closed using a zipper. The bottom half of the main compartment can be easily accessed through the large front opening. The top lid can be raised and the side pockets’ volume can be expanded. The detachable side pockets can also be assembled into a practical day pack.

Key features

Quattro Stabilizing System

Volume Weight 130 L/7,900 cu in 4.3 kg (9lbs 8oz) 110 L/6,700 cu in 4.2 kg (9lbs 4oz) 100 L/6,100 cu in 4.0 kg (8lbs 13oz) 85 L/5,200 cu in 3.8 kg (8lbs 6oz)

For many years, the QSS carrying system has set the standard for the world’s most advanced backpacks. The fifth generation QSS is lighter, better, and more comfortable than ever. The QSS carrying system has several designs that are patent-protected.

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1 Lateral stiffener stabilizing the load and providing freedom of motion for your head and neck. 2 The composite stays prevent the backpack from becoming cylindrical when packed, ensuring that the load will be placed as close to the body as possible. This promotes correct posture and prevents imbalance. It also ensures optimum weight transfer from the backpack to the entire carrying system. 3 Patented adjustment buckle. Enables separate adjustment of left and right shoulder straps. This makes it possible to adjust for misalignments in the individual user’s back. 4 Stabilizing straps on the hip belt improve stability by pulling the pack closer to your body. 5 The weight is transferred by means of shock absorbers that reduce the strain, particularly on the spine and knees, when carrying heavy loads. The shock absorbers give the anatomical frame flexibility which prevents movement in the hips, back and shoulders from being impeded or locked due to the backpack’s design. They also control/limit the flexibility in the hip belt, which prevents instability in the backpack at high activity levels. 6 Stepless, adjustable stabilizing straps between the top of the pack and the shoulder harness. 7 Anatomically shaped harness that follows the angle of your shoulders. The shoulder harness has three layers; one layer of soft foam against the shoulder for optimum carrying comfort, stiffer foam in the middle, and finally a reinforcing plate to distribute the load. 8 Conically shaped hip belt. Padded with soft foam against the hip for maximum comfort and stiffer foam on the other side to ensure that the weight is distributed evenly.

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

tents

The room with the best view Anyone carrying their house on their back can choose the view they want to wake up to on the following day. As a manufacturer and developer of tents, our job is to ensure that the tent is easy to set up and pack and that it weighs as little as possible on your way to the next lookout point. We develop solutions that ensure that you wake up rested, dry, and all set for a new day in your Bergans tent. See more tents in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

“Wiglo™ LT4 has been my favorite on a variety of trips. The tent is quick and easy to set up. The good support and storm flaps make it extremely stable in windy conditions and even in minor storms. It has enough room for four people with full winter backpacks. If you need to keep the warmth in, you just need to close the inner tent at the top and, in particular, to lower it down. These openings are good on a warm summer day as they provide ventilation. To make a long story short, this is a terrific tent I’ve been happy with.” Rune Gjeldnes, adventurer and polar explorer in Team Bergans

“Helium Dome is extremely stable in windy conditions and is easy to pitch. The tent weighs next to nothing. I took it with me on my 1,800 km (1,118 mile) trip across the Antarctic.” Cecilie Skog, adventurer and polar princess in Team Bergans

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm, Cecilie Skog

Sleeping Bags

Down sleeping bags Down is a superior insulator per weight and is therefore used for light bags. Down is also softer and more comfortable to lie in and wicks moisture away from the body more effectively than synthetic fiber. Down easily compresses for packing and takes up less space. The disadvantage is that wet down loses its loft and thereby its ability to insulate.

Synthetic fiber sleeping bags Synthetic fiber is heavier but cheaper than down. Synthetic fiber sleeping bags contain a lot of air, which will cause heat loss. The advantage is that synthetic fiber tolerates more moisture without a corresponding reduction in insulation capacity than down sleeping bags and can also be wet longer without getting ruined. A synthetic bag is the better choice for regular use in a harsh environment where you cannot regularly dry the bag.

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1. Filled channel around the opening (except on compact bags) 2. Heat retention collar as standard on all winter and 3-season bags. 3. Inside pocket in all sleeping bags for safe storage of passport, money, and travel documents (not childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bag). 4. Sturdy, full-length two-way zipper with insulation flap inside the bag. Allows ventilation both at the top and bottom. 5. Foot box with extra insulation.

Make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wide awake when you choose your sleeping bag and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll sleep better! See selected sleeping bags in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm

“A BETTER BURDEN MAY NO MAN BEAR FOR WANDERINGS WIDE THAN WISDOM”

Hávamál

The Birkebeiners Norwegian painter Knud Bergslien painted his famous painting, the Birkebeiners, in 1869. It shows the young heir to the throne Håkon Håkonsson, who in 1206 was escorted to Nidaros by two Birkebeiners, Torstein Skjevla and Skjervald Skrukka. Pursued by the rival Baglers, they escaped in a storm in order to rescue the child who would later become Norway’s king. Bergans secured the rights to the motif in 1945 and registered it as its brand.

The painting has subsequently been stylized as the logo now used on Bergans’ products.

The Birkebeiners as a group and a political party were originally extremely poor. To retain the heat during the winter, they wore shoes made of birch bark, which gave them the name “birkebeiner” (birch legs).

Photo: Fredrik Schenholm, Morten Delbæk

HUNTING

BEING ONE WITH NATURE Some of the best wilderness experiences happen when you dress in nature’s own colors. these products are DEVELOPED WITH SMART DETAILS FOR HUNTING, FISHING, AND OUTDOOR LIFE.

Photo: Asgeir Helgestad

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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Dyranut Jacket, jacket in thin, light, and windproof microfiber. Langevann Hip Pack 11 l, hip pack with integrated bird bag. Alvdal Glove, in fleece with leather on the palm and index finger. Atna Cap, waterproof cap with reversible top in signal color. Pasvik Light Jacket, light and waterproof hunting jacket with silent outer fabric, and Myrull Outdoor Jacket, warm jacket in wool mix. Pasvik Light Pants, light, waterproof and silent hunting pants.

7. Park City Jacket, light and thin fleece jacket. 8. Kalhovd Pants, light and comfortable hiking pants that are waterproof in the seat and legs. 9. Elg책 Vest, dog handler vest with all imaginable details in signal color. 10. PowerFrame 130 l, our largest, strongest, and most robust pack. See more products in the overview later in the catalogue and the whole product range at: bergans.com

HUNTING

details and functions

VELCRO ADJUSTMENT ON THE SLEEVES

SHOULDER LOOP FOR ANTENNA LARGE, ADJUSTABLE, AND DETACHABLE HOOD WITH STIFF BRIM

ARTICULATED ELBOWS

THE COLLAR IS LINED WITH SOFT MICROFIBER

STRETCH PANELS IN THE SHOULDERS AND ON THE SIDES

INTERNAL ELASTIC LOOP FOR WIRE AT THE NECK

WATER-REPELLENT ZIP VENTS

RADIO POCKETS WITH FLAPS AND ZIPPER FOR RADIO/GPS WITH INTERNAL OPENING FOR EARPHONES

VERTICAL CHEST POCKET ACCESSIBLE UNDER THE FRONT FLAP WITH CHAMOIS LEATHER FOR BINOCULARS AND TELESCOPIC SIGHTS

BINOCULAR ATTACHMENT INSIDE HAND WARMER POCKETS

ELASTIC DRAWSTRING AT WAIST AND HEM ORANGE VEST IN INNER POCKET

BUDOR JACKET EXTENDED BACK

200% stretch

HIGH BREATHABILITY

DERMIZAX™ – the smart shell

WATER- AND WINDPROOF

Budor Jacket No matter what type of hunting you prefer, the Budor Jacket will give you superior comfort year after year. The jacket is extremely durable and comfortable, keeps you dry, and is packed with a number of smart details. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable 2-layer Dermizax™ provides protection against bad weather, and the lining in Fieldsensor™ efficiently wicks moisture away. We have added a number of practical pockets, and the long baggy cut provides good protection against bad weather and wind. If you are on the lookout for a genuine hunting jacket, Budor is an excellent choice.

Garments in Dermizax™ are shell clothing with technical properties at the highest level.

Carefully considered details and functions make hunting equipment from Bergans ideally suited to a wide range of outdoor activities.

Photo: Asgeir Helgestad

ALLY CANOE

For expeditions – large and small When you paddle, you experience the environment in new ways. You glide calmly and effortlessly across the landscape. Forest animals don’t shy away from you the way they normally do. Paddling can therefore be perceived as the ideal form of peace of mind. Some paddlers also seek the thrill of tackling waterfalls and rapids. It is then that you can really feel the enormous forces of the water on your body. You must then rely on your own skills and that the boat holds. It’s hard to prevent the canoe from receiving rough treatment and from hitting a stone hard here and there. The Ally canoe has a flexible structure that absorbs impacts and shocks. It can’t sink. The strong PVC skin is both sewn and welded and has an extra reinforced bottom. An Ally canoe can be simply stowed in a pack bag and carried on your back. You can even take it on the plane as ordinary baggage.

The Ally folding canoe has become a natural first choice for expeditions all over the world.

Photo: Johnny Haglund, Fredrik Schenholm

up the world’s greatest vertical drop On the morning of 5 June 2008, Bjarte Bø, Stein-Ivar Gravdal, Sigurd Felde, and Rolf Bae were finally able to take off their climbing harnesses. They were the first climbing team in history to successfully climb and descend the whole Norwegian Route on the Great Trango Tower’s east face.

Great Trango Tower The climbing team spent a month on the cliff, lost ten kilos each, and finished by rappelling without rest for 28 hours. This was the second expedition ever to succeed in reaching the peak of the 6,286-metre-high (20,623 feet) mountain along the so-called “Norwegian Route”. The east face of the Great Trango Tower consists of two pillars set on top of each other and separated only by a narrow, snow-covered ledge. The lower colossus alone is more than 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) high. The world’s tallest rock face is completed by an additional 500 vertical meters (1,640 feet) of smooth and partially overhanging granite.

The 1340 meters (4,396 feet) of nearly vertical rock face are considered to be the world’s greatest drop.

This is rock face climbing Mountain climbing on large granite rock faces that are several hundred meters tall and that place special requirements on equipment, technique, and climbers. During expeditions, climbers can spend a month on the rock face without ever setting foot on flat ground. Climbers work in two two-man teams. The first team leads the way up the cliff and attaches protection, while team number two hoists all food and equipment that is required en route. Overnights are carried out in “portaledges”; a combination of hammock and tent secured to the vertical rock face.

The Trango Towers are situated in northeastern Pakistan and are part of the Himalaya mountain range. Photo: Trangoekspedisjonen 2008

alpine mountaineering

WATERPROOF, WINDPROOF, AND BREATHABLE SHELL CLOTHING WITH FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT

Glittertind Jacket 1200 Men 1201 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

Storebjørn Salopette

1252 Men 1253 Women 3-layer Dermizax™ NX

Storebjørn Pants

1216 Men 1217 Women 3-layer Dermizax™ NX

Helium Jacket

1180 Men 1181 Women 2 ½-layer Dermizax™

Helium Pants

1162 Men 1163 Women 2 ½-layer Dermizax™

Cecilie Jacket 3940 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

Cecilie Pants

Cecilie Salopette

3941 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

3942 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

outdoor

1218 Men 1219 Women 3-layer Dermizax™ NX

Dynamic Neo Jacket

Snøhetta Jacket

Luster Jacket

Breheimen Jacket

Skogshorn Jacket

Eidfjord Jacket

Super Lett Jacket

Snøhetta Pants

Breheimen 3-Layer Pants

Breheimen Pants

Skogshorn Pants

Super Lett Pants

Super Lett LongZip Pants

1240 Men 1241 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

1242 Men 1243 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

1290 Men 1291 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

2900 Men 2901 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

WHAT IS DERMIZAX™? Dermizax™ is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable membrane specially developed to provide protection against all kinds of weather while remaining as comfortable as possible. Dermizax™ membrane is a hydrophilic material that utilizes moving molecules, as opposed to most other membranes, which have micropores. 52

1150 Men 1151 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

9210 Men 9211 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

5360 Men 5361 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

9360 Men 9361 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

5040 Men 5041 Women 3-layer Bergans Element® Active

1282 Men 1283 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

1280 Men 1281 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

1284 Men 1285 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

NO PORES – MANY ADVANTAGES 200 % stretch: Dermizax™ membrane is extremely flexible. Water- and windproof: The water column, i.e., the value of waterproofness, is min. 20,000 millimeters for Dermizax™. Regulates temperature: Breathability increases at high temperatures. When it is cold, heat loss is reduced. Easy maintenance: Keeps the same high quality after

innumerable washes with regular washing powder. Durable function: Dermizax™ membrane does not have micropores that can be obstructed by dirt or salt crystals. Continuous development: Dermizax™ membrane is continuously being improved. This allows us to offer products with even more impressive characteristics every year.

Rauma Pants

Hamrefjell II Dermizax™ Pants

Kalhovd Pants

Pasvik Silent Jacket

Budor Jacket

Grotli Insulated Jacket

3-layer Dermizax™

2806 Men 2807 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

Pasvik Light Pants

Pasvik II Silent Pants

Budor Pants

Grotli Insulated Pants

3-layer Dermizax™

9370 Men 9371 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

Sandefjord Jacket

Oslo Trench Coat

Trondheim Coat

Lone Jacket

Hella Coat

5921 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

5035 Women 3-layer Bergans Element®

5026 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

5025 Women 3-layer Bergans Element®

Rask Pants

9950 Men 9951 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

2834 Men 2837 Women 3-layer Dermizax™ and softshell

2868 Men 2869 Women 3-layer Dermizax™ and polyester/cotton

hunting

9960 Men 9961 Women 3-layer Dermizax™

Pasvik Light Jacket 2930 Unisex

2812 Men 2813 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

2820 Men 2821 Women 2-layer Dermizax™ and heat-insulation

2822 Men 2823 Women 2-layer Dermizax™ and heat-insulation

lifestyle

2932 Unisex

2810 Men 2811 Women 2-layer Dermizax™

5006 Men 5007 Women 2-layer Bergans Element®

dermizax™ NX Dermizax™ NX provides maximum protection during particularly demanding activities and weather conditions. It’s breathability is twice as high as traditional membranes. Despite this, Dermizax™ NX has succeeded in maintaining the same high waterproof characteristics and excellent freedom of movement for which Dermizax™ is renowned. Winner of the sports industry’s prestigious ISPO AWARD in 2011.

bergans element® active Bergans Element® Active is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable high-quality membrane. The membrane tolerates water resistance of 10,000 mm (394’‘) and has breathability of 10,000 g/m²/24h (294.94 oz/yd2/24h). Clothing with Bergans Element® Active is designed to withstand moderate to high activity levels in tough weather conditions.

Egersund Jacket

5004 Men 5009 Women 3-layer Bergans Element®

bergans element® Bergans Element® is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable high-quality membrane. The membrane tolerates water resistance of 6,000 mm (236’‘) and has breathability of 6,000 g/m²/24h (176.96 oz/yd2/24h). Clothing with Bergans Element® is designed to withstand moderate activity levels in tough weather conditions. 53

alpine mountaineering

WINDPROOF SOFTSHELL AND MICROFIBER

Microlight Jacket 142 Men 143 Women Microfiber

Microlight Pants 141 Unisex

Kjerag Jacket w/Hood

1710 Men 1711 Women Microfiber

7020 Men 7021 Women Softshell

Kjerag Jacket NoHood 7022 Men 7023 Women Softshell

Microlight Anorak 140 Unisex

Cecilie Microlight Anorak

Microfiber

3943 Women Microfiber

Geita Pants

Kjerag Pants

Stranda Softshell Jacket

Stranda Jacket wo/Hood

Basic Vest

Krosso Neo Pants

Krosso Pants

1536 Men Softshell

5282 Men 5283 Women Softshell

Mandal Jacket

Nusfjord Jacket

Vollen Coat

Vika Coat

1579 Women Softshell

1512 Women Softshell

1515 Men 1516 Women Schoeller速 softshell

1556 Men 1557 Women Softshell

outdoor

Microfiber

Active Light Jacket

Stegaros Jacket

1562 Men 1563 Women Softshell

7110 Men 7111 Women Softshell

1582 Men 1583 Women Softshell

hunting

lifestyle

7040 Men 7041 Women Softshell

Dyranut Jacket 2802 Men 2803 Women Softshell

softshell Garments in softshell are soft and warm on the inside and smooth and supple on the outside. A very comfortable, light, and windproof stretch material. Well suited as an insulating outer garment in dry conditions.

1528 Men Softshell

1538 Men 1539 Women Softshell

Schoeller速 Schoeller速 softshell material is extremely soft, comfortable, and elastic. It provides optimum balance between comfort, air permeability, and resistance to wind and water. It has a soft inner layer and an extremely durable outer layer.

microfiber Products in microfiber are thin, light, and windproof garments that stretch well. They are soft and comfortable to wear and are well-suited to most outdoor activities. Clothes made from this material transport moisture well and are water-repellent whilst also providing protection against the wind.

outdoor

QUICK-DRYING COTTON/POLYESTER

Morgedal Anorak

Finse Anorak

EPIC® cotton

1750 Men 1751 Women EPIC® cotton

Venabu Pants

Finse Pants

1760 Unisex

Venabu Jacket

Kikut Jacket

Finse Nikkers

Cotton/polyester

2880 Men 2881 Women Cotton/polyester

Imingen Pants

Imingen ZipOff Pants

Kikut Pants

Holte ZipOff Pants

4100 Unisex

1752 Men 1753 Women EPIC® cotton

7140 Men 7141 Women Polyamide/elastane

7150 Men 7151 Women Polyamide/elastane

2870 Men 2871 Women Cotton/polyester

2872 Men 2873 Women Cotton/polyester

1754 Men 1755 Women EPIC® cotton

7162 Men

Polyamide/elastane

hunting

lifestyle

2882 Men 2883 Women Cotton/polyester

Nordmarka Anorak

Elgå Vest Cotton/polyester

Langli Short Sleeve Shirt 7404 Men 7405 Women Polyamide/polyester

Tønsberg Jacket

Nesna Dress

Runde Shirt

Cotton/polyester

2438 Women Cotton/polyester

Polyester

5472 Men 5473 Women Polyester

Imingen Pirate Pants

Utne Pirate Pants

Utne Shorts

Imingen Shorts

2470 Men

2857 Unisex

Sletta Short Sleeve Shirt 7414 Men 7415 Women Recycled polyester/ organic cotton

7146 Men 7147 Women Polyamide/elastane

9946 Men 9947 Women Polyamide/elastane

COTTON/POLYESTER Before the time of modern shell jackets, cotton was the most common material in mountain jackets. Cotton is comfortable and durable. Mixing cotton and polyester fibers also significantly improves the garment’s durability and service life.

7416 Men

9952 Men

9953 Women Polyamide/elastane

Bjorli Shirt

7148 Men 7149 Women Polyamide/elastane

EPIC® Bergans’ products in cotton/polyester have good wicking ability and feel dry even at high activity levels. Try one and you will understand why this is so many people’s favorite garment for hiking in clear and good weather.

EPIC® is a windproof and extremely water-repellent cotton material with outstanding breathability. The cotton fibers are encapsulated in a silicone barrier that reduces the material’s moisture-absorbing properties. This contributes to greater durability and breathability, reduces heat losses and drying time, and increases the material’s dirt-repellent properties. The process does not produce any waste products. 55

Einer Jacket 1894 Men 1895 Women Technical wool

Vier Jacket

Down Light Jacket

1954 Men 1955 Women Tecnowool®

5340 Men 5341 Women Down 90/10, 700 cuin, Pertex® Quantum

Valdres Down Light Vest 5342 Men 5343 Women Down 95/5, 750 cuin, Pertex® Quantum

Isfjorden Light Insulated Jacket

Cecilie Down Jacket

1454 Men 1455 Women PrimaLoft® One, Pertex® Quantum

3960 Women Down 95/5, 750 cuin

outdoor

alpine mountaineering

HEAT-INSULATING MIDLAYER AND ADDED INSULATION

Cecilie Light Insulated Anorak

5818 Men 5819 Women Fleece

Humle Jacket 1990 Men 1991 Women Technical wool

Sandøya Jacket

Park City Jacket

Ombo Half Zip

Cecilie Fleece Jacket

Cecilie Warm Fleece Jacket

Hopen Vest

Kvist Jacket

3950 Women Fleece

1628 Men 1629 Women Fleece

Torvull Jacket

Torvull Pants

1670 Men 1671 Women Fleece

3961 Women PrimaLoft® One, Pertex® Quantum

Alsten Zip Polo

Ylvingen Jacket

Hareid Jacket

1658 Men 1659 Women Polartec® Classic 200 fleece

Nittedal Flame Resistant Jacket 1950 Unisex Technical wool

3965 Women Fleece

Bergflette Jacket 1934 Men 1935 Women Tecnowool®

fleece

1645 Men 1646 Women Fleece

1904 Men 1905 Women Technical wool

5810 Men 5811 Women Fleece

1666 Men 1667 Women Fleece

1896 Men 1897 Women Technical wool

1906 Men 1907 Women Technical wool

TECHNICAL WOOL

Fleece wicks moisture away from the body and ensures effective insulation, thereby keeping you dry longer. Garments in fleece work well both as an insulating middle layer under a shell jacket and as a separate outer garment on days when it is not so cold. Suitable for most activities, regardless of their intensity, and easy and practical to pack.

Technical wool is a mixture of traditional wool and modern technical fibers. The material is developed to further improve wool’s first class quality. The advantage is the material’s ability to regulate temperature and wick moisture away from the body, something that is of decisive importance when it is cold outside.

Polartec® is a well-known quality supplier of fleece materials.

Pontetorto® Ecosystem and Tecnowool® are famous brands of technical wool.

hunting

Kvenna Pants

2816 Unisex

2817 Unisex

Kaldakari Jacket

Myrull Outdoor Jacket

Drevsjø Insulated Vest

Polartec® Windbloc® fleece

2850 Men 2851 Women Fleece

Polartec® Windbloc® fleece

Bryggen Jacket

Hitra Jacket

Myrull Jacket

Mogop Jacket

Lyderhorn Jumper

2894 Men 2895 Women Tecnowool®

2845 Men 2856 Women Heat-insulation

lifestyle

Kvenna Jacket

1680 Men 1681 Women Fleece

Myrull II Coat 1901 Women Tecnowool®

1890 Men 1891 Women Tecnowool®

Kollen Wool Jumper 1918 Men 1919 Women Technical wool

1902 Men 1903 Women Tecnowool®

1936 Men 1937 Women Pontetorto® Ecosystem technical wool

5404 Men 5405 Women 100% Merino wool

Bergfrue Coat 1928 Women Tecnowool®

Myre Down Jacket wo/Hood 5366 Men 5367 Women Down 90/10, 700 cuin, Pertex® Quantum

DOWN CLOTHING Garments with down provide unique natural warmth and are suitable for a number of activities in cold weather. Each product has good wicking abilities so that you can be active to the full without getting sweaty and cold. They are also extremely light in relation to how well they warm. Pertex® Quantum is a soft outer fabric with optimum durability in relation to weight. PrimaLoft® One is a heat-insulating synthetic material and an alternative to down.

You will find the whole product range, and more information on materials and technologies at:

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Soleie Shirt

Soleie Half Zip

Soleie Tee

Soleie Singlet

Soleie Tights

Soleie Boxer / Hipster

Fjellrapp Shirt

Fjellrapp Half Zip

Fjellrapp Tee

Fjellrapp Singlet

Fjellrapp Tights

Fjellrapp 3/4 Tights

Krekling Shirt

Krekling Half Zip

Krekling Tee

Krekling Tights

1984 Men 1985 Women 100% Merino wool

1964 Men 1965 Women 100% Merino wool

1988 Men 1989 Women 100% Merino wool

1968 Men 1969 Women 100% Merino wool

Fjellrapp Boxer

warm – 320 g/m2

1972 Men 1973 Women 100% Merino wool

Svartull Shirt

1854 Men 1855 Women 100% Merino wool

1980 Men 1981 Women 100% Merino wool

1960 Men 1961 Women 100% Merino wool

midweight – 260 g/m2

lightweight – 210 g/m2

ultralight – 150 g/m2

100 % merino wool base layer

Svartull Half Zip 1858 Men 1859 Women 100% Merino wool

bergans merino wool Warm, dry, soft, 100% natural and extremely versatile. Merino wool fibers are unique temperature regulators and provide extremely good insulation when it is cold and wonderful cooling when it is hot. In addition, Merino wool also retains warmth when it is moist and has natural deodorizing properties. Each garment comes with its own storage bag in recyclable Tyvek®. 58

1994 Men 1995 Women 100% Merino wool

1982 Men 1983 Women 100% Merino wool

1962 Men 1963 Women 100% Merino wool

1998 Men 1999 Women 100% Merino wool

1986 Men 1987 Women 100% Merino wool

1966 Men 1967 Women 100% Merino wool

1992 Men 1993 Women 100% Merino wool

1956 Men 1957 Women 100% Merino wool

1970 Men 1971 Women 100% Merino wool

1996 Men 1997 Women 100% Merino wool

Svartull Tights

1856 Men 1857 Women 100% Merino wool

FOUR FABRIC THICKNESSES Ultralight: | 150 g/m2 | Perfect for training all year round – even during the summer, regardless of weather and temperature. Lightweight: | 210 g/m2 | Regulates your body temperature when you’re moving and provides warmth when you take a break. The natural choice, regardless of your activity level.

Midweight: | 260 g/m2 | Provides good insulation when the temperature drops. Its natural characteristics guarantee perfect thermal balance during activities. Warm: | 320 g/m2 | The ultimate choice for keeping warm at extremely low temperatures.

organic cotton

wicking and quick-drying

100 % Merino wool – 180 g/m2

T-SHIRTS merino wool / TECHNICAL / organic cotton

Exit Wool Tee

Bloom Wool Tee

Stoltzen Tee

Skåla Tee

Skåla Shirt

Explorer Tee

Forest Tee

Elk Tee

1938 Men 1939 Women 100% Merino wool

2486 Men 2487 Women Tactel®/elastane

2122 Men 2123 Women Organic cotton/elastane

Sailor Tee

2148 Men 2149 Women Organic cotton/elastane

1944 Men 1945 Women 100% Merino wool

2480 Men 2481 Women Tactel®/elastane

2134 Men 2135 Women Organic cotton/elastane

Bryggen Tee

2294 Men 2295 Women Organic cotton/elastane

tactel® Tactel® fiber is three times as strong, twice as soft, and 20% lighter than natural fibers and most other fibers. Tactel® fiber has good breathability and dries eight times as fast as cotton.

2482 Men 2483 Women Tactel®/elastane

2136 Men 2137 Women Organic cotton/elastane

Longitude Tee 2138 Men 2139 Women Organic cotton

Færder Singlet

Cecilie Singlet

2257 Women

3946 Women Organic cotton

Organic cotton/elastane

Retro Tee

2144 Men 2145 Women Organic cotton/elastane

Myken Piqué Tee

2261 Men 2262 Women Organic cotton/elastane

Norwegian Summer Tee 2146 Men

Organic cotton/elastane

Tele Shirt

2464 Men 2465 Women Organic cotton/elastane

ORGANIC COTTON Cotton is durable and extremely comfortable. Organically cultivated cotton takes much better care of the environment and of those cultivating the cotton. No mineral fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, or hazardous and contaminating pesticides are used in the production of the cotton. Garments become even stronger and more elastic in combination with elastane (Spandex). 59

6910 Boy 6911 Girl 2-layer Bergans Element® Active

Sjoa Pants

Breheimen Pants

6309 Unisex

9520 Unisex

2-layer Bergans Element® Active

2-layer Entrant GII™

cotton / polyester

WINDPROOF MICROFIBER

Sjoa Jacket

down

6920 Boy 6921 Girl 2-layer Bergans Element®

technical wool

Arendal Jacket

6926 Boy 6927 Girl Softshell

Kjerag Pants

Myre Down Jacket

1509 Unisex Softshell

Tustna Jacket

Bryggen Jacket

Rolla Jacket

6361 Unisex

6360 Unisex

6914 Unisex

Fleece

Lier Pants

Lier Pirate Pants

Utne Pirate Pants

100% cotton

2429 Girl Polyamide/elastane

6370 Boy 6371 Girl 100% cotton

6373 Boy

WATERPROOF SHELL CLOTHING Bergans Element®, Bergans Element® Active, and Entrant GII™ are membranes that make clothing waterproof, windproof, and breathable. They are specially developed to provide protection against tough weather conditions and to be comfortable to use.

Microlight Jacket 1714 Boy 1715 Girl Microfiber

Mogop Jacket

6396 Boy 6397 Girl Pontetorto® Ecosystem

5365 Girl Down 80/20, 550 cuin, Pertex® Quantum

100 % Merino wool base layer

Vennesla Jacket

fleece

WINDPROOF SOFTSHELL

WATERPROOF SHELL CLOTHING

youth, sizes 128 – 164

Lista Shorts

2426 Boy 2427 Girl 100% recycled polyester

microfiber and softshell Products in microfiber are extremely thin and light garments that are windproof and have good stretch. Garments in softshell are soft and warm on the inside and smooth and supple on the outside. A very comfortable, light, and windproof stretch material. Well suited as an insulating outer garment in dry conditions.

Fjellrapp Shirt

Fjellrapp Tights

1974 Unisex

1976 Unisex

100% Merino wool

Owl Tee

Retro tee

2174 Boy 2175 Girl Organic cotton/elastane

2172 Boy 2173 Girl Organic cotton/elastane

WINDPROOF MICROFIBER

Ruffen Jacket

Ruffen Pants

Breheimen Pants

Lilletind Coverall

6912 Kids

6313 Kids

9521 Kids

6901 Kids

Microlight Jacket

2-layer Bergans Element® Active

2-layer Entrant GII™

2-layer Bergans Element® Active

Reine Jacket

Kjerag Pants

Gossa Jacket

Sula Jacket

Bryggen Jacket

6350 Kids

1519 Kids

6363 Kids

6359 Kids

6915 Kids

Softshell

Fleece

Rolla Jacket

Smådøl Set

Flakk Zip Polo

Flakk Tights

Lier Pirate Pants

6913 Kids

6303 Kids

6368 Kids

6369 Kids

6375 Kids

Fleece

100% cotton

Eide Pirate Pants

Monsters Tee

Sailor Tee

6385 Kids

2176 Kids

2416 Kids

Organic cotton/elastane

1716 Kids Microfiber

TECHNICAL WOOL Technical wool is a mixture of traditional wool and modern technical fibers. The material is developed to further improve wool’s first class quality. The advantage is the material’s ability to regulate temperature and wick moisture away from the body, something that is of decisive importance when it is cold outside. Pontetorto® Ecosystem is a famous brand of technical wool.

100 % Merino wool base layer

cotton

fleece

WINDPROOF SOFTSHELL

WATERPROOF SHELL CLOTHING

kids, sizes 92 – 122

fleece Fleece wicks moisture away from the body and ensures effective insulation, thereby keeping you dry longer. Garments in fleece work well both as an insulating middle layer under a shell jacket and as a separate outer garment on days when it is not so cold. Suitable for most activities, regardless of their intensity, and easy and practical to pack.

Fjellrapp Shirt

Fjellrapp Tights

1975 Kids

1977 Kids

100% Merino wool

cotton Cotton is durable and extremely comfortable. Organically cultivated cotton takes much better care of the environment and of those cultivating the cotton. No mineral fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, or hazardous and contaminating pesticides are used in the production of the cotton. Garments become even stronger and more elastic in combination with elastane (Spandex). 61

Glittertind 70 / 55 l 4639/38/37 70 l 4634/33/32 55 l Spine carrying system

Alpinist 130 / 110 / 100 / 85 l

4593/92/95 130/110/85 l 4591 100 l Women QSS carrying system

Trollhetta 95 / 75 l

Rondane 85 / 65 l

Birkebeiner 80 / 65 / 50 l Helium 55 l 4618 80 l 4616 65 l 4617 65 l Women 4614 50 l Birkebeiner carrying system

4534 55 l 4533 55 l Women Helium carrying system

Hugger 30 l

Sandungen 35 l

Bygdin 25 l

Birken Duo 18 l

Birkebeiner Jr. 40 l

Nordkapp Jr. 18 / 12 l

XO 35 l

XO Premium 28 / 35 l

4558 95 l 4554 75 l 4556 75 l Women Hexagon carrying system

4548 85 l 4546 65 l 4544 65 l Women DSS² carrying system

DAY PACKS

large ANATOMICAL BACKPACKS

backpacks

Skarstind 40/32/28/22 l Backcountry Guide 4628 40 l 34 / 30 l 4525 34 l 4523 30 l

Tydal Hip Pack 11 / 6 / 3 l

Hip Pack w/Bottle 2 l

XO 20 l

XO 25 l

hip packs 4117 11 l 4116 6 l 4115 3 l

SCHOOL / STUDENTS

4567 35 l

4565 25 l

4509 18 l

kids packs

4629 40 l Women 4626 32 l 4625 28 l 4623 22 l

4569 30 l

3720 20 l 3721 20 l w/lid

4105 2 l

3725 25 l 3726 25 l w/lid

4612 40 l

XO 28 l 3728 28 l

SPINE CARRYING SYSTEM The Spine carrying system has enabled us to ensure that the backpack follows all of your body’s contradictory movements simultaneously. A double helixshaped frame in spring steel is the core element of the Spine carrying system. What is unique about this design is that the carrying system is fastened to the backpack at the center of the back panel, whilst the hips and the shoulders can move freely – the carrying system quite simply moves just like your own spine. 62

3735 35 l

4608 18 l 4606 12 l

3627 28 l 3634 35 l

QUATTRO STABILIZING SYSTEM For many years, the QSS carrying system has set the standard for the world’s most advanced backpacks. The fifth generation QSS is lighter, better, and more comfortable than ever. The QSS carrying system has several designs that are patent-protected.

XO Lap Top 28 / 35 l 3629 28 l 3637 35 l

HEXAGON carrying system The Hexagon carrying system increases your freedom of movement, even when you’re carrying heavy loads. The hip belt has been designed to enable the hips to move more easily in rough terrain while keeping the backpack stable and comfortable.

shoulder bags

Lofthus 13”

Volda 15,4”

Lilletind Child Carrier

Junior Sport

Kids Trekking

Juniors’ Favorite

PowerFrame 130 l+

Finnmark 100 l

Tuva Hunting Pack w/Chair Silent 50 l

Budor Silent 50 l

CHILD CARRIER

3706

HUNTING PACKS

4602

3810 130 l+ PowerFrame carrying system

Stordalsbu Chair Pack Silent 35 l 4162 35 l

3713

2150

2300

4390 100 l

2200

4119 50 l

Uvdal Silent 35 l 4161 35 l

Ulveli Silent 35 l 4160 35 l

4147 50 l

Langevann Hip Pack w/Bird Bag 11 l 4143 11 l Loden 4141 11 l

DSS² carrying system Robust carrying system for medium heavy loads. The anatomical hip belt makes trekking comfortable, and the backpack is easily adjusted to the correct length.

BIRKEBEINER carrying system Lightweight and comfortable carrying system with adjustable back length. An affordable alternative for those who don’t need an advanced backpack.

HELIUM carrying system To minimize pack weight, the Helium series is manufactured in unique strong and light fabrics.

powerframe carrying system When you have to carry a heavy load – without exhausting yourself. Our largest, strongest, and most robust pack with a frame for the heaviest loads.

Wiglo™ / Lavvo

tents

Wiglo™ lt4 4 Person

Wiglo™ 6-10 Person

6050 4 Pers. Size: 10,0 m2 Weight: 4,1 kg

6051 6-10 Pers. Size: 19,0 m2 Weight: 8,7 kg

Compact 2 / 3 / 4 Person

Compact Light 2 / 3 / 4 Person

– Durable, inexpensive tent that is easy to pack. 6002 2 Pers. Size: 2,6 m2 Weight: 2,9 kg

6003 3 Pers. Size: 3,1 m2 Weight: 3,5 kg

6005 4 Pers. Size: 4,1 m2 Weight: 3,9 kg

Lavvo 4-6 / 6-8 / 10-12 Person

– Lots of space and opportunities for panoramic views.

– A tent where people can gather together.

6054 Inner tent Sleeping area: 12,7 m2 Weight: 3,4 kg

6040 4-6 Pers. Size: 8,5 m2 Weight: 5,4 kg

6013 3 Pers. Size: 3,2 m2 Weight: 3,3 kg

6042 10-12 Pers. Size: 19,2 m2 Weight: 7,4 kg

Compact Winter 2 / 3 / 4 Person

– Spacious and lightweight tent for the discerning hiker. 6012 2 Pers. Size: 2,6 m2 Weight: 2,5 kg

6041 6-8 Pers. Size: 12,2 m2 Weight: 6,0 kg

– A spacious lightweight year-round/expedition tent.

6014 4 Pers. Size: 4,2 m2 Weight: 3,7 kg

6015 2 Pers. Size: 2,6 m2 Weight: 3,0 kg

6016 3 Pers. Size: 3,2 m2 Weight: 3,3 kg

6017 4 Pers. Size: 4,2 m2 Weight: 3,9 kg

dome tents

tunnel TENTS

– Robust, all-season tent, with plenty of space for 4 people and baggage.

Fjellbu Dermizax™ 3-4 Person

Helium Dome 3 Person

6023 3-4 Pers. Size: 4,5 m2 Weight: 4,4 kg

6025 3 Pers. Size: 4,1 m2 Weight: 5,0 kg

– Year-round tent for the high mountain.

tents

Anyone carrying their house on their back can choose the view they want to wake up to the next day. As a manufacturer and developer of tents, our job is to ensure that the tent is easy to set up and pack and that it weighs as little as possible on your way to the next view point. 64

– Extremely lightweight expedition tent.

tunnel

The tunnel tent is the most common design used in Norway. It is simple, functional, has generous baggage space, and is often lightweight in relation to its size. This is a very simple design that offers generous space and potential for low weight. Given its good ventilation and storm flaps, it can work well as a year-round tent.

dome

The dome tent has a more robust design, with poles that cross each other diagonally. Most commonly there are 2 to 4 poles which provide a number of crossing points and higher stability. This design is frequently chosen for extreme conditions, e.g. in the Polar Regions or in the mountains.

SUMMER

sleeping bags & accessories

Senja Zero Down

Super Light Synthetic fiber

Rondane Spring Synthetic fiber

Rondane Summer Synthetic fiber

Senja Ice Down

Arctic Ocean Down

Rondane Winter Synthetic fiber

Rago Weatherblock Down

Senja Snow Down

Rondane 3-Seasons Synthetic fiber

Kids Comfort Synthetic fiber

Folding Mat Ultra Light

Sleeping Mat Extreme

Silk Liner

Comfort temp.: Men 14° Women 17° 5784 195 cm 5785 180 cm

Comfort temp.: Men 3° Women 8° 5763 195 cm 5764 180 cm

Comfort temp.: Men 9° Women 13° 5761 195 cm 5762 180 cm

WINTER

Comfort temp.: Men 3° Women 7° 5721 195 cm 5722 180 cm

Comfort temp.: Men -20° Women -12° 5715 195 cm 5716 175 cm

Comfort temp.: Men -7° Women -1° 5767 195 cm 5768 180 cm

Comfort temp.: Men -8° Women -2° 5710 195 cm

3 SEASONS

Comfort temp.: Men -7° Women -1° 5717 195 cm 5718 180 cm

Comfort temp.: Men -3° Women 3° 5765 195 cm 5766 180 cm

5791 150 cm

ACCESSORIES

Comfort temp.: Men -2° Women 3° 5719 195 cm 5720 180 cm

4353

4326

4309

Sleeping Bag Cover Dermizax™ 4304

SLEEPING BAGS – DETAILS & FUNCTIONS • Filled channel around the opening (except on compact bags) • Heat retention collar as standard on all winter and 3-season bags. • Inside pocket in all sleeping bags for safe storage of belongings (not children’s bag). • Sturdy, full-length two-way zipper with insulation flap inside the bag. Allows ventilation both at the top and bottom. • Foot box with extra insulation. 65

allround

ally canoe

Ally 15´ DR

– This is the “classic” Ally canoe with great maneuverability and unbelievable directional stability.

flat water

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Ally 13,7´ DR

– A very lightweight and solid one-man canoe.

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accessories

611 450 cm 94 cm 18 kg 310 kg

614 413 cm 86 cm 15 kg 290 kg

Canoe pad

– Handmade wood paddle. Lengths: 140 cm, 150 cm and 160 cm.

Art nr.:

8115

Ally 16´ DR

– This innovation should be the first choice for families who like paddling under all conditions. Art nr.: Length: Width: Weight: Capacity:

– A splendid travelling canoe for two persons.

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– The canoe for those of you who need a large load capacity combined with high stability and good performance on both flat water and rivers. Art nr.: Length: Width: Weight: Capacity:

Ally 15,5´ DR

515 490 cm 84 cm 17,5 kg 320 kg

Pack frame

Art nr.:

In order to get a good canoe, it is important to make your choice based on the canoe’s area of application and your skills. Ally has divided its canoes into two main categories.

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815 515 cm 90 cm 20,5 kg 390 kg

allround

Allround canoes have a slightly arched keel line and arched, high stems. They offer good stability and load capacity and are perfect for trips and expeditions. They are easy to maneuver in rivers and rapids, but also work well as flat water travel canoes.

– A canoe for those of you who need an extra large load capacity combined with good directional stability. 711 550 cm 96 cm 21 kg 415 kg

Ally 18,5´ DR

– A canoe for those of you who need an extra large load capacity combined with good directional stability. Art nr.: Length: Width: Weight: Capacity:

– Complete pack frame with carrying system. Folded in a packsack the canoe can easily be attached to the pack frame. You may also carry the assembled canoe on top of the pack frame. 820m

Ally 18´ DR

Art nr.: Length: Width: Weight: Capacity:

– Well-suited to long trips and expeditions in plain water without too much white water. Art nr.: Length: Width: Weight: Capacity:

– Consists of two inflatable pontoons, which are attached to a foldable rack in aluminium extending 1 meter out to both sides of the canoe. The pontoons provide extra stability for fishing.

811 500 cm 95 cm 20 kg 380 kg

Ally 17´ DR

Outrigger with frame extension

CHOOSING ALLY CANOE

817 490 cm 98 cm 21 kg 330 kg

Ally 16,5´ DR

715 558 cm 91 cm 22,5 kg 425 kg

Packsack with carrying straps

– Made from the same material as the canoe skin it has a volume of 225 liter. Roll top waterproof closure. Art nr.:

812m

flat water

Flat water canoes are designed for speed and directional stability. They have a straight keel line and straight, pointed, and low stems. They glide extremely fast in the water without any noticeable drift due to side wind. Beginners will need some time to adjust, but if the paddling is primarily in still and flat water, they will derive a lot of pleasure from a flat water canoe.

PADDLING TOWARDS THE NORTH POLE

First summer towards the North Pole In the summer of 2011, Cecilie Skog and Rune Gjeldnes, experienced polar explorers in Team Bergans, set out to be the first people to reach the melting North Pole in the summer. The sleigh was replaced by a canoe, and their hope was to be able to paddle the greater part of the 1,000 km (621 mile) long trip. Cecilie and Rune took five video cameras that for the first time documented an expedition in an Arctic that was just about to thaw. This resulted in the fantastic NRK film Første sommer mot Nordpolen (First Summer towards the North Pole) which is available in its entirety on NRK’s Net TV. Scan the code to watch the trailer of the film.

Photo: Rune Gjeldnes, Cecilie Skog

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