Founded in 1929 and still family-owned, Norrøna is a Norwegian outdoor brand known for high-performance gear built for rugged conditions—from alpine expeditions to deep backcountry missions.

Norrøna believes that nature is not just a playground, but a responsibility. Their mission is clear:
“Welcome to nature. We must take care of it.”

Long-lasting Gear: Norrøna designs products to last as long as possible, offering a 5-year warranty, and encouraging repair over replacement.

In-House Repairs: Their Oslo-based repair center fixes tens of thousands of garments every year. Outside Sports can help you explore local options for repairs or return items for assessment.

Factory Audits and Code of Conduct: Norrøna owns and operates its own factory and audits all external suppliers for environmental and social compliance.

Open Factory List: Norrøna publishes a full list of their suppliers for transparency.

100% Responsible Down and Wool: All down used is RDS certified, and all wool is mulesing-free and responsibly sourced.

Recycled Fabrics: As of 2020, over 75% of the synthetic fabrics used in Norrøna products are recycled, with the goal of using 100% by 2029.

PFAS-Free: Norrøna is phasing out all fluorinated chemicals (PFCs) in their water-repellent treatments and aims to be completely PFAS-free across all products.

Carbon Accounting: Norrøna tracks its full carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and is committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 30% per product by 2030.

Living Wage Verified: Norrøna ensures that workers in their own factory in Europe receive a verified living wage.

Ethical Sourcing and Auditing: All suppliers must adhere to Norrøna’s Code of Conduct, which aligns with international labor standards and is enforced through third-party audits.

Corporate Transparency: Each year, Norrøna publishes a detailed Responsibility Report outlining their environmental and social progress—accessible to anyone, not just shareholders or industry insiders.

At Outside Sports, we’re proud to be a family-owned business—just like Norrøna. We partner with brands that do more than make great gear. Norrøna takes responsibility for their environmental impact, promotes ethical manufacturing, and builds products designed to last for years of adventure.

Their values reflect our own: reduce waste, extend product life, and protect the wild places we all love. With Norrøna, you’re choosing quality and performance with purpose—and helping safeguard the natural world for the next generation of explorers.