Editorial

INTRODUCING MONTBELL AT END.

21 May 2026

Marking the launch of Montbell at END., we’ve spotlighted a selection of pieces that demonstrate the label’s expertise in lightweight, functional outerwear.

When climbing, the weight of equipment is crucial. Every gram counts, with lighter equipment enabling you to move with more ease and speed. It’s this concept that sits at the very core of much-loved Japanese label, Montbell. Its roots can be traced back to the Eiger and the Matterhorn in Switzerland, where the brand’s CEO Isamu Tatsuno came up with the concept of “Light & Fast®.” It’s this approach that underpinned the brand’s origins in 1975, creating high quality, functional outdoor gear with lightness and speed at its core.

The brand was founded — and continues to this day — with experience drawn from Isamu Tatsuno, renowned as one of Japan’s most esteemed climbers; by the age of 21, he was the second Japanese person to climb the North Face of the Eiger in the Swiss Alps, which then followed by a successful ascent of the North Face of the Matterhorn. It’s this wealth of knowledge, experience and product expertise that’s woven throughout the DNA of Montbell.

Marking its debut at END., we’ve spotlighted a selection of garments that encapsulate the design approach rooted in Montbell. The O.D. Anorak, for instance, is crafted from a lightweight fabric that’s soft and cotton-like, as well as treated with a water repellent finish to keep you dry during downpours. Echoing the brand’s philosophy of creating lightweight, functional clothing, the Rain Trekker jacket arrives crafted from GORE-TEX WINDSTOPPER® and seam sealed to create a lightweight, comfortable and weatherproof jacket. Showcasing the versatility of Montbell, the Colorado parka is crafted from lightweight, down filled fabric that’s reversible, with a smooth shell fabric on one side and down baffles on the other. The same approach continues with accessories, with Montbell’s Light Pocketable tote bag crafted from a lightweight, packable material for all of your outdoor, or inner city, essentials.

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