About Montane
Jul 06, 2026
Innovative, Lightweight, Breathable.
Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment. For over 30 years, Montane has worked closely with serious mountain professionals working in hostile conditions across the globe as a proving ground for garment design. From the British Antarctic Survey to British Mountain Rescue Teams. Professionals who demand the toughest credentials from their clothing and equipment choose Montane.
The first to truly push the limits of single layer mountain clothing with the Extreme Smock and then, later realising the true value of windproof clothing, creating the first super packable, windproof and breathable windshirt - the Featherlite Smock. The Featherlite Smock was probably the most functional and innovative piece of windproof garment design since Fridtjof Nansen, whilst planning the first crossing of Greenland over 100 years ago, realised that the windproof properties of a garment were the secret to moving quickly and comfortably in the mountains.
History of Innovation
Montane's history is crammed full of innovation in the workshop, extreme expeditions to the most inhospitable corners of the planet, and extraordinary athletes who push the boundaries of possibility. They have well-established partnerships with the world’s most brutal endurance events. Combined, these elements tell their story – who they are and why they exist: Further. Faster.
Where are the Contemporary Limits of Endurance?
They are in ultras. Imagine this: you've run 256 miles across the frozen Canadian Yukon. You've experienced consistent -30C and felt the low of -40C, you're cold and alone and you still have 174 miles to go to the finish line....stay focused. In July you've run 60 miles of toughest trails in the British Lake District, some of the cruellest terrain underfoot in Europe. You've just left the warmth of a friendly checkpoint and as you step out into the cold pouring rain, peer into the darkness and contemplate the terrain ahead, you realise you have 40 miles left until the finish line. From the Montane Yukon Arctic Ultra to the Montane Lakeland 100, this is one of the main areas where we believe endurance is being tested to the absolute limit and where Montane products thrive.
Timeless Design
Montane products are built to endure. We design every element to ensure our clothing and equipment becomes your trusted companion in the mountains.
Through design we strive for simplicity. Our focus on lightweight construction naturally delivers a timeless look, fusing performance with a modern aesthetic to transcend any trend.
The Importance of Functionality
The importance of functionality in garments and packs does not stop at product design alone. Fabric technology is critical to producing the best products, Montane works with the world's leading fabric suppliers to engineer new cutting-edge materials that push the boundaries of what is possible with clothing, equipment and accessories. This is done in order to create the lightest, toughest and most functional products available on the market.
Know What You’re Buying
Transparent information on the materials used in products to help consumers make informed, long-term choices.
Further. Forever.
As outdoor adventure enthusiasts, Montane are inherently connected to nature and the great outdoors. It’s what drives them to engineer outdoor clothing so more people can explore the world’s wild places. They recognise that these cherished locations are under increasing threat and that they have a responsibility to help protect the planet for future generations.
Montane is committed to reducing their environmental impact and to being transparent with consumers as their journey continues, ensuring that customers are well-informed and confident about the origins of their Montane products. To help navigate this path, they are guided by four pillars:
Built to Last
Durability is the cornerstone of their design and manufacturing philosophy. Extending the lifetime of the products effectively diminishes the impacts associated with production, sharing them over more years and reducing landfill waste in the process.
Ethical Trading
They only collaborate with manufacturers who respect the rights and wellbeing of the individuals who make their products. They have implemented measures to verify that their high standards are consistently met, providing peace of mind for both themselves and their customers.
Commitment
Montane's products are designed for wild and extreme environments, driving their passion for the preservation and maintenance of these areas. This is why they work with and support numerous organisations dedicated to protecting the landscapes they love to explore.
Responsible Choices
From the origins of raw materials to the resources used throughout processing, they are actively working to understand and, where possible, reduce their environmental impact, seeking the best technical solutions that balance compliance, weight, durability, and performance.
Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment. For over 30 years Montane has worked closely with serious mountain professionals working in hostile conditions across the globe as a proving ground for garment design. From the British Antarctic Survey to British Mountain Rescue Teams. Professionals who demand the toughest credentials from their clothing and equipment choose Montane.