Light My Fire

Swedish Spork stainless

True Scandinavian Award Spring/Summer 26

Jury statement: When Light my Fire over 20 years ago invented Spork, a piece of cutlery that has a spoon on one end and a fork on the other, they created an iconic product that worldwide became a favorite not only for hikers but also for people going out for picnics. The newest iteration made out Swedish stainless steel in Sweden could be the final version of the Spork since it will last almost forever. It also perfectly matches the company’s BORROW concept with long-lasting items that can be rented for outdoor events to eliminate single-use food containers and cutlery.

Product USP

Light My Fire Spork – A Scandinavian Icon of Functional Design & Sustainability Designed and made in Sweden, the Light My Fire Spork is a true expression of Scandinavian innovation: minimalist, clever, and kind to the planet. This 3-in-1 utensil – combining spoon, fork and knife – is crafted from 61% recycled material, and built to last a lifetime of meals, from backyards to backcountry. It’s more than a tool – it’s a symbol of Nordic values: Sustainability, Functionality, and Timeless design. Lightweight. Durable. Reusable. A small product making a big impact – proudly Scandinavian.

Intended specific end use:

The Light My Fire Spork Stainless is designed for outdoor dining, cooking, and sustainable eating on the go. Perfect for camping, hiking, travel, school lunches, workplace meals – and even backcountry cooking.

Made from 61% recycled stainless steel, it’s durable, heat-resistant, and safe for use when stirring or serving hot meals directly from pots and pans. Its reusable, all-in-one design replaces disposable cutlery and packs easily in any kit.

The rugged finish makes it not only cool and nice to look at but also long-lasting and less sensitive to scratch, wear and tear.

Fun facts or backstory:

Like all great innovations, the Swedish Spork was born as an antidote for a curious problem.
Together with industrial designer, Joachim Nordwall, Light My Fire took the spork, usually a spoon with fork teeth, and evolved it into a never-before-seen tool of our own. Placing the spoon at one end, and a serrated fork at the other, created a three-in-one combination utensil connected by a smooth and natural curve. The crowd went wild! The wave of enthusiasm sold 1 million pieces in the first year and 60 million to date.

But the saga continues. Its growing appreciation has brought the Swedish Spork into renowned publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian and even a full article about camping Nirvana in Penthouse, well known for its in-depth journalism. It has also found its way into the hands of numerous celebrities—including the Swedish royal family and many others. A star was well and truly born, and its recognition eventually reached the Svensk Form. An association promoting innovative Swedish design since 1845. Welcomed into the hallowed halls of Applied Arts, the Swedish Spork was officially awarded as an object of aesthetically pleasing functionality.

A Swedish Design Classic. A hardworking and adventurous utensil, bringing beautiful form to simple function. The Swedish Spork continues to evolve, serve, and tell its story through the millions of Sporkers out there in all adventures big and small.

The Swedish Spork Family consist of 5 different sizes in 3 different materials:
Spork little 14cm
Spork original 17cm
Spork medium 20cm
Spork large 25cm

 

Designed by: J. Nordwall
Product material:
The Light My Fire Spork Stainless is made from Outokumpu Edelstahl Spaltband WN 1.4301, which is:
Type 304 stainless steel, one of the most common and versatile food-grade stainless steels.
Often called 18/8 stainless steel, meaning it contains approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel.

The steel is food safe, non-toxic, and fully recyclable, making it ideal for reusable kitchen and outdoor products.

Weight: 34g
Available in stores: 2024
Recommended retail price: 13 €

NON_STOP DOGWEAR

Cooling Vest

Product USP

The Cooling vest’s advanced 3Chill tec™ system ensures lasting relief, so your dog can join you outdoors on the warmest days. As the vest gets wet, the UV-protected outer layer displays a pattern. This tells you the vest is actively working to keep your dog cool. When the pattern fades, simply re-wet the top of the vest or let your dog jump in a nearby stream to reactivate its cooling effect.

Intended specific end use:

Cooling Vest to keep your dog cool and comfortable throughout the warmest days. Wet the vest by putting it in a bucket of cold water or a river. The felt mid-layer quickly absorbs and evenly distributes water, holding up to nine times its weight for an instant and long-term effect. Built from durable materials with reflective details for visibility, the Cooling Vest is perfect for service and working dogs on duty, low-intensity activities, or pre- and post-high-intensity cooling.

Designed by: Non-stop Dogwear
Product material:
Outer: 100% Polyester
Inner: Polyester mesh
Webbing: Polyester
Padding: 60% viscose, 20% bamboo, 20% polyester
PFC-free
3Chill tec™

Weight: 128g to 241g
Available in stores: Available in Europe from June 2025
Recommended retail price: 75,95€

NON-STOP DOGWEAR

Drying Coat

Product USP

This drying coat is designed like a bathrobe to dry your dog in half the time. With its powerful absorption ability, this coat not only keeps dirt and wet dog smell at bay but also helps your training buddy recover faster.

The inner layer is made of highly absorbent fabric, capable of holding up to four liters per square meter, while the outer layer, made of lightweight towel fabric, distributes moisture over a large surface for quicker drying.

Intended specific end use:

A comfortable and non-restrictive drying coat for dogs, designed to quickly and effectively absorb moisture while allowing full freedom of movement. After a swim at the lake, a walk in the rain, or a wet training session, your active dog can stay comfortable while wearing the coat in the car or at home.

The Drying coat comes in color sand and is available in sizes 27 to 70.

Designed by: Non-Stop Dogwear

Product material:
Outer: 100% polyester terry
Inner: 60% viscose, 20% bamboo, 20% polyester
Webbing: Polyester
Duraflex® magnetic buckle (bluesign® APPROVED)

Weight: from 300 to 900g
Available in stores: Available in Europe since May 2025
Recommended retail price: Between 79,95 € to 94,95€

LUNDHAGS

Padje Ultralight 45L

Product USP

Padje Ultralight 45L is unique in its segment for carry comfort at extreme low weight. It is made of several Ultra™ fabrics mapped to gain ultimate durability at low weight. It has a detachable 360° aluminium frame for torsional rigidity. Total weight of pack including frame is only 810g.

The waste pocket in UltraStetch ™ underneath the sack makes it easy to collect your waste on the go.

Intended specific end use:

Padje Ultralight 45L is developed for multiday hiking in remote areas, for thru-hikers who prfioritize carry comfort, durability and weight savings for their long adventures.

Fun facts or backstory:

Ultralight trekker and adventurer Lukas Mayers took this backpack on its maiden voyage. He tested it for Lundhags on his thru hike; Te Araroa in New Zealand this spring. A trail of 3000 km taking him across plains, through dense rain forests and high-altitude alps. His feedback helped Lundhags team to perfect the Padje Ultralight 45L to a comfortable backpack with all the right features for long distance ultralight trekking.

Designed by: Håkan Nyström
Product material:
Main fabric: Challenge Sailcloth Ultra™ 200X, 200d face UHMWPE (Ultra-PE) blended with high-tenacity polyester, Ultra-PE CrossPly, 0.75 mil film backing. 100% PFAS-free.
Stretch fabric: Challenge Sailcloth UltraStretch™, woven blend of Nylon 6-6, Lycra®, and UHMWPE (Ultra-PE). Product including 100% PFAS free DWR.
Pocket fabric: SuperNylon™ 137, 85% Robic®Polyamide – recycled, 15% Polyamide - dopedyed. Product including Ultra Tearing Strength1000mm coating. 100% PFAS-free DWR. Bluesign® and OEKO-TEX® certified material.
Lining: 100% Polyamide. Product including PU 1000mm coating. bluesign® & STeP by OEKO-TEX® certified material. Product including 100% PFAS free DWR.
Reinforcement underneath: Challenge Sailcloth Ultra™ 400X, 400d face UHMWPE (Ultra-PE) blended with high-tenacity polyester, Ultra-PE CrossPly, 0.75 mil film backing. 100% PFAS-free.
EVA Foam: 7 mm ventilated EVA (50% recycled)

Weight: 810g in size S, The stripped weight when removing the frame, hip belt and sitting pad and Flexi Fastners™ is 540g.
Available in stores: Spring/summer 2026
Recommended retail price: 455 €

PRIMUS

Mika Wide Insulated Bottles (0,35/0,5/0,75 L)

Product USP

A Scandinavian bottle design combining lightweight, durability, compactness and modularity.

Intended specific end use:

Primus designed the Mika Wide insulated bottles to be the perfect companion for any outdoor adventure. The goal was to deliver exceptional insulation performance and durability, all while keeping weight and size to a minimum. The wide mouth opening makes the bottles easy to fill and clean, and a variety of interchangeable caps adds modularity—transforming the bottle from a coffee mug to a water bottle in seconds. In addition to its functionality, Primus focused on a simple and clean form. The aim was to create a timeless design that doesn’t demand attention but remains practical for everyday use over many years.

Fun facts or backstory:

The straps on the caps are detachable, allowing for easy repairs and offering users the opportunity for personalization and customization. Users can get creative, using any material or cord to attach a strap that reflects their individual style and needs.

End of use strategy:

Designed for repairability and easy recycling once end of use is reached.

Designed by: Fabian Schray
Product material:
Bottle: Recycled stainless steel
Cap:PP
Strap:TPU
Weight: 0,35L=272g / 0,5L=320g / 0,75L=361g
Available in stores: March 2026
Recommended retail price: 0,35L=29,99€ / 0,5L=34,99€ / 0,75L=44,99€

PRIMUS

Lite Ultra 0.8 L

Product USP

Probably the lightest stove system in the world

Intended specific end use:

Primus lightest and most compact stove system for 1–2 people, designed for fast-paced outdoor adventures where every gram matters.

Fun facts or backstory:

The coffee press fits also the lightweight version of the Lite.

Designed by: Axel Thorstrand
Product material: Aluminium
Weight: 240g
Available in stores: March 2026
Recommended retail price: 169,99 €

SILVA

Running Poles Carbon Z Adjustable

Product USP

Adjustable and very lightweight running pole, with innovative Blueberry System to easily detach glove or loop.

Intended specific end use:

The Running Poles Carbon Z Adjustable 120–140 cm are foldable carbon poles designed for trail runners and speed hikers navigating technical terrain. Their adjustable length and lightweight construction make them well-suited for both steep ascents and extended outings. Featuring an enhanced ergonomic handle and the Blueberry system, these poles offer improved comfort, control, and quick transitions during every run or hike.

Fun facts or backstory:

When running in Swedish forrest usually blueberries are available anywhere for a quick sugar refill. Hence we decided that the little ball connecting the glove or loop to the handle will be blue, and called the technology Blueberry System.

End of use strategy:

Sustainability guidelines are integrated into Silva's product design process, ensuring that repairability and recyclability are considered from the earliest stages of development.

Designed by: Mattias Sjöberg and Emma Gustafsson
Product material: Carbon, Kork
Weight: 384 g (including gloves)
Available in stores: March 2026
Recommended retail price: 174,99€

DEVOLD OF NORWAY

Adventure Jacket

Product USP

Devold didn’t set out to improve the fleece. They set out to replace it.

The Adventure Jacket is built with 100% merino wool in a performance-engineered waffle grid — designed to trap heat, release excess, dry fast and feel unreal. No plastic near your core. Just nature’s original performance fibre, brought to life through technical precision. High-wear zones — shoulders, sleeves, elbows — are reinforced with a stretch-woven merino blend. Not to hide weaknesses, but to honour the places gear is tested hardest.

Intended specific end use:

This is the mid-layer for people who move fast, think light, and go long.
With a regular fit, it’s made to layer easily over a Devold base layer without restricting movement or adding bulk. The Adventure Jacket regulates on the uphill, insulates on the pause, and dries before you’ve cooled down. It’s cut for motion, built to breathe, and made to disappear when it’s on.
No clamminess. No stink. No bulk.

Fun facts or backstory:

Devold didn’t try to make wool work like plastic. They made plastic irrelevant.

The team took the grid fleece — a staple of synthetic outdoor wear — and rebuilt it from scratch in 100% merino. Not token percentages. Not marketing spin. Real wool, doing real work.
The result? A technical fabric with all the airflow, insulation and recovery of synthetic fleece — minus the fossil fuels and microplastic fallout.

Devold didn’t add merino to a fleece. They removed everything that didn’t belong.
And frankly, why follow a material trend — when you’ve been leading with wool since 1853?

End of use strategy:

Devold designs with the end in mind. Wool is a natural, biodegradable fiber—which means it won’t last forever, and that’s a positive feature. When a garment reaches the end of its life, it can return safely to the earth without leaving behind harmful microplastics or pollution. Until then, each product is made to last as long as possible. Devold garments are sewn for durability, but also with disassembly in mind—using construction methods that allow for easier separation of materials for recycling or responsible disposal. It’s part of the brand’s commitment to a more circular system: durable in use, gentle at the end, and respectful of the natural resources it depends on.

Designed by: Devold PU Team
Product material:
Fabric A: 100% Wool (Merino)
Fibre: 20.5 micron
Weight: 250 g/m2
Fabric B: 54% Wool (Merino)/ 40% Polyamide/ 6% Elastane
Fibre: 17.5 micron
Weight: 130 g/m2

Weight: 384g
Available in stores: Summer 2026
Recommended retail price: 250€

ISBJÖRN OF SWEDEN

SPLASH Rain Pant

Product USP

Lightweight, durable rain pants designed for active kids.
Made from a 2-layer waterproof and windproof material, they offer excellent breathability and comfort—even in warmer weather.

The pants also feature a growth cuff that extends the length by 3 cm, ensuring extended use through multiple seasons. Made from 100% recycled materials.

Intended specific end use:

Perfect for unpredictable outdoor adventures, these pants are compact, easy to pack, and feature taped seams for full waterproof protection.

Fun facts or backstory:

When developing our rain pants, we faced a challenge: sourcing a high-durability fabric that met our sustainability standards. While waiting for the right nylon to be developed, we discovered a recycled polyester material with high abrasion and tear strength — a must when it comes to activewear for children. It wasn’t just a temporary solution, we believe this product is here to stay.

End of use strategy:

After your child's use, you can pass this to another child. At the end of its life, the garment should be taken to a recycling facility.

Designed by: Isbjörns Team
Product material: 100% Recycled Polyester
Weight: 25 g ( size 146/152)
Available in stores: February 2026
Recommended retail price: 90€ ( Kids sizes) 100€ ( Teens sizes)

NORDISK

Boost

Innovation Award Spring/Summer 26

Jury statement: The Nordisk Boost +8, a down filled blanket with a footbox, and the footbox Boost +4, offer the opportunity to boost the temperature of any sleeping bag by the indicated number. Therefore, there is no need to buy a whole new sleeping bag, when expected temperatures might be lower than the bags rating. Both products can also be worn in camp to keep you warm. The shell is made from water repellent recycled nylon and the 600 cuin RDS certified duck down fulfills very strict animal welfare standards.

Product USP

A compact, packable add-on — easy to carry but powerful in performance. Instantly increases the sleeping bag’s temperature limit by 4°C or 8°C, depending on the model (BOOST 4 or BOOST 8).

Made from 100% GRS-certified recycled fabrics and filled with RDS-certified European down, all processed in-house in Germany for quality control and eco-responsibility.

Intended specific end use:

BOOST – More Warmth, More Freedom
As the name suggests, BOOST is designed to elevate the performance of any sleeping bag. By increasing both comfort and limit temperature, it ensures a restful night’s sleep just when the cold begins to bite.

Fun facts or backstory:

Accessories and liners like BOOST have existed for some time, including earlier concepts within NORDISK’s own history. However, quantifying the ""feel-good factor"" — translating subjective comfort into measurable performance — has long been a challenge.

To bridge the gap between technical data and perceived warmth, the BOOST project was approached with a more scientific methodology. Over the course of a year, eight different BOOST configurations were tested in a range of sleeping systems, both in controlled laboratory settings and during field trials. Thermal imaging was used extensively to track and analyse heat retention in real time.

Through this process, BOOST 4 and BOOST 8 emerged as the most effective solutions — delivering the optimal balance between measurable thermal enhancement (both objective and subjective) and minimal weight and pack size.

End of use strategy:

"There is no end of use. Period Wash, (re-)fill, repair – all done in our own Care & Repair Center in Germany.

With in-house production at NORDISK’s own manufactory in Germany — including an integrated Care & Repair center — BOOST is designed for long-term use and performance.
If the down filling becomes uneven or lumpy due to prolonged moisture exposure, loses loft over time, or sheds some down after extended use, it can be refilled, replaced, or topped up as needed. In many cases, the available industrial-level washing service effectively restores both function and appearance.

Typical signs of wear — such as damaged fabric, broken seams or chords — can also be professionally repaired by trained specialists. This service infrastructure ensures that BOOST is not just a simple accessory, but a durable, sustainable companion built to last a lifetime."

Designed by: Georg Hansen
Product material:
Shell & lining: 20D Nylon, rip-stop, 41 g/sqm, PFAS-free, 100% recycled, GRS-certified
Filling: CRYSTAL DOWN® European Grey Duck Down, 90/10 600+ cuin (EU), RDS-certified

Weight: 120 g (BOOST 4), 240 g (BOOST 8)
Available in stores: Spring/summer 2026
Recommended retail price: 80€ (BOOST 4) and 130€ (BOOST 8)

NORDISK

SIRIUS EXP

Product USP

Living up to NORDISK’s core promise of delivering “the highest feel-good factor” under any circumstances, this highly functional sleeping bag is engineered to be the safest and most comfortable expedition sleeping bag to sleep in to date. In its standard configuration – filled with RDS-certified European White Goose Down – it is rated for temperatures below -30°C, with a tested limit temperature of -35°C. Thanks to NORDISK’s own manufactory in Germany, the bag’s filling quality and filling weight can be individually tailored for expeditions in even more extreme conditions, with configurations supporting temperatures as low as -50°C.

Developed in close collaboration with current and former members of the Sirius Dog Sled Patrol in Greenland, the SIRIUS EXP was purpose-built for months-long extreme expeditions in the unforgiving Greenlandic wilderness.

One of the most distinctive features, directly inspired by the Sirius Patrol, is the pair of arm zippers located on each side of the bag. These allow the user to free their arms for urgent tasks – such as responding to a polar bear alarm or handling equipment – without sacrificing core warmth.

Intended specific end use:

With the SIRIUS EXP down sleeping bag, NORDISK set out to create the ultimate Arctic sleeping bag – one that combines decades of expertise with groundbreaking innovation to ensure the safest and most comfortable sleep in the world’s harshest environments.

Fun facts or backstory:

"The SIRIUS EXP sleeping bag is as packed with a backstory as it is with down. As for this extraordinary product development project, the NORDISK R&D department teamed up with past members and active reservists of the Sirius Dog Sled Patrol in Greenland, an elite Danish naval unit conducting long-range reconnaissance patrolling and enforcing Danish sovereignty in the Arctic wilderness of northern and eastern Greenland.

As a result of this collaboration, there are hardly any sleeping bags out there right now, that have been tested, discussed and refined, tested and adjusted more often than SIRIUS EXP.

Just to name a few. The first SIRIUS prototype alone saw 418 kilometers of skiing in the North of Norway with a former Sirius Patrol member, another Sirius man took the second SIRIUS to Swiss Alps and back to the North of Norway on yet another extensive test trip. All along the way NORDISK received invaluable insights and feedback to massage into further product development and sampling. All culminating in one final product test in full expedition environment. SIRIUS was selected by two former Sirius Patrol members to take part in a 4-week expedition to Northeast Greenland with over 700 kilometers of ice, snow and white-outs covered on skis. The final word on the SIRIUS EXP: Do not change a single thing on the sleeping bag!

And as if working with ex-elite “winter soldiers” would not be enough we enrolled two Finnish backcountry skiers to look at SIRIUS EXP with a different set of eyes and take the bag for another staggering 4-week ride in harshest conditions from the North Cape in Norway down to Arctic Finland. Yet another challenge mastered by SIRIUS.

Oh. You asked for a fun fact? Here is one. Talking about the ideal length of a sleeping bag zipper with former elite soldiers can at times lead to some astonishing revelation – that in the end will in fact inform the length of the zipper. Imagine, when nature calls during the night in a minus 30 degree centigrade environment. One might only want to be able to open the sleeping bag just enough to answer that call. Every inch of zipper opened for nothing would just result in a hard loss of warmth from inside the bag. So, it became a task to take this into serious SIRIUS consideration."

Designed by: Georg Hansen, Anders Donskov
Product material:
Shell: 7D Toray NEXT TO NOTHING® Ultralight Nylon, rip-stop with NorTech 0.5 membrane, 42 g/m², PFAS-free
Lining: 7D Toray NEXT TO NOTHING® Ultralight Nylon, rip-stop, 25 g/m², PFAS-free
Filling: CRYSTAL DOWN® European White Goose Down, 95/5 800+ cuin (EU), 850+ cuin (US), RDS-certified

Weight: 2050 g, 1500 g of which is “just” the immense amount of down we put into this extreme comfortable beast
Available in stores: Spring/summer 2026
Recommended retail price: SIRIUS EXP will be marketed as a tailor made offer at first. RRP therefore depends on the amount and quality of down used as well as on further customization.

MINI A TURE

MATBabyVito

Product USP

An iconic MINI A TURE anorak tailored for the youngest adventurers aged 6 months to 2 years. The back zipper is a key feature in the design. The anorak slips over the head, and the zipper – fastened at the top of the back – makes it easy for the parent to pull down to close the jacket.

Waterproof, windproof, breathable, and built to last - with a 10-year warranty – this jacket is the perfect companion for a child’s first years exploring the outdoors and proves that great design and durability can start from day one.

Furthermore, it has been thoughtfully designed with circularity in mind, supporting the MINI A TURE RE-LOVED resale platform to promote a more mindful lifecycle.

Intended specific end use:

Designed for babies and toddlers exploring the outdoors in wet, windy, or chilly conditions. Ideal for kindergarten, daycare, and family outings year-round, regardless of the weather. The jacket comes in two versions – one with a fleece lining and one without and is available in 10 different colors.

Fun facts or backstory:

MINI A TURE was founded in Copenhagen in 2002, and the outerwear is the result of more than 20 years of craftsmanship. In the early days, the company embraced a diverse range of products and collections. Yet, as MINI A TURE evolved to become more circular, the company made a deliberate choice to narrow the focus to their core expertise: high-performance outerwear.

Today, MINI A TURE's outerwear is not just outerwear; it is a legacy of quality, free from any known harmful substances or endocrine disruptors and crafted from certified, and almost entirely recycled materials. This dedication to functionality and durability means that MINI A TURE's outerwear is not just for today; it is designed to endure and be treasured for generations to come and to be handed down from child to child.

MATBABYVITO is a tribute to MINI A TURE’s roots in high-performance Scandinavian outerwear. With over 20 years of expertise in children's clothing, this updated version of their classic anorak brings the same performance and attention to detail, tailored for the tiniest explorers.

End of use strategy:

The philosophy at MINI A TURE is to make a difference while striving to be the best version of a profitable, ethical, and transparent company. MINI A TURE is committed to producing high-performance outerwear with innovative designs that stand out, using premium, recycled fabrics and mindful production methods. MINI A TURE feels strongly responsible for the future generations – our children. The goal is to inspire them to care for the environment by helping them to feel at home in nature through dry, warm, and comfortable high-performance clothing.

In addition, MINI A TURE is proud to have a RE-LOVED concept, encouraging customers to hand in their used outerwear, so it can be resold and re-loved by another child. MINI A TURE aims to reduce waste by extending the life of our products.

 

Designed by: Kathrine Hviid
Product material:
Coating: Polyurethane
Inner material: 35% cotton 65% recycled polyester
2. Inner material: 100% recycled polyester
Main material: 100% recycled nylon

MATBABYVITO with Fleece lining
Inner material: 100% recycled polyester
Coating: Polyurethane
Main material: 100% recycled nylon

Weight: 250g
Available in stores: January 2026
Recommended retail price: 94,95€

GLERUPS

Slip-on with Natural Rubber Sole

Sustainability Winner Spring/Summer 26

Jury statement: The slippers from Glerups put a big smile in the faces of the jury members while wearing them every morning and evening in camp. Thanks to the thick upper made from wool the Slip-on with Natural rubber sole feet never felt too warm in the sun or too cold after sunset. Socks that got moist while hiking dried quickly. The stable wool felt gives support and the rounded, flexible sole offers a good feeling for the ground. As a testament to the strong sustainability effort, the slipper is also Cradle to Cradle certified – putting it at the absolute forefront of footwear business.

Product USP

The perfect relax and recover wool slipper to wear after activities when your tired feet need a well-deserved and comfy rest/break. Made of 100% pure, natural wool - Glerup's own special wool mix.

Intended specific end use:

Relaxation and "hygge" slippers to wear after activities and for campsite relax & recover. A treat for your tired feet.

Fun facts or backstory:

The first pair of slippers were made by Glerup's founder as a declaration of love to her husband and in order to use the wool from her own Gotland sheep. The development of glerups with natural rubber sole started as a kind request from the surfer community in California. After a day on the water they wore glerups, but suggested a natural rubber sole in order the cope better with the sand and outdoor use.

Designed by: Nanny Glerup
Product material: 100% pure, natural wool - our own special wool mix and natural rubber sole
Weight: 475 g/pair
Available in stores: Available now world wide
Recommended retail price: 90€

HALTI

Kaltio Women's training hoodie

Lifestyle Award Spring/Summer 26

Jury statement: »I love it«, one jury member said. She put on the Halti Oy Kaltio Women’s Training Hoodie from the start – and never took it off again. For the next three days she wore it during hiking, kayaking, running, yoga sessions and hanging out in camp. The super soft polyester fabric, that contains 40 percent partly biobased material, is super breathable and more wind resistant than a fleece. The integrated stand-up collar keeps the neck warm and can easily be put out of the way for more airflow.

Product USP

A unique training hoodie to meet functional, aesthetic and sustainable needs. The bio-based component of the fabric is Sorona® fiber, which is derived entirely from corn.

Intended specific end use:

The hoodie is developed for all active training. It meets a wide range of needs in different sports. Fit is a bit relaxed and enables maximum movement and range of motion. It is made from partially bio-based Active Dry knit material, offering ultimate comfort and excellent moisture-wicking properties. Reflective elements improve your visibility at dusk. The jacket features thoughtful details such as a zippered back pocket, an inner stand-up collar for added comfort, and a well-fitted hood designed to stay in place during training—complete with a ponytail opening.

Fun facts or backstory:

The decorative stitch on the back is inspired by the shapes of the fells in Lapland.

Designed by: Halti designer Maaret Pääkkö
Product material: Composition is 42% polyester and 40% Bio-based polyester and 18% elastane. Bio-based part of the fabric is Sorona® fiber which is extracted totally from corn.
Weight: 375g in size 38
Available in stores: March 2026
Recommended retail price: 80€

VIKING

Her Momentum GTX

Product USP

The shoe is designed, developed, and tested by women. Women’s bodies are different from men’s, and therefore they need different shoes. Women’s stability often relies more on ligaments, making them generally more mobile and flexible. Increased mobility requires additional support.

That’s why Viking created a women-specific fit—after scanning over 200,000 Nordic women’s feet (biomechanical research, Volumental) and having 100 female testers walk a total of 20,000 km.

Intended specific end use:

Viking has designed a shoe with women specific fit based on data-driven research.

To create the new line of footwear developed for women, Viking took a data-driven approach, including more than 200,000 scans of women's feet and collaborated with one of the world's leading last makers.The result not only improves wellness and comfort but also creates a precise fit, where the heel provides the necessary stability, and the forefoot is free of pressure points

Motion Control forms the structural foundation of the shoe, making them stable and supportive. Women are more likely to pronate due to a higher risk of arch flattening compared to men.
Viking’s Motion Control addresses this issue with an integrated dual-density EVA midsole in the shoe’s arch section, which effectively counteracts higher degrees of pronation in women.

Fun facts or backstory:

All shoes are developed for men "shrinked " and "pinked". Viking decided to look at women's needs in a shoe. Women's bodies are different than men's, women's feet's are different from men so women need different shoes and not only takedowns from men's shoes.

Designed by: Footsoldier
Product material: Textile/GTX membran/Eva/ rubber
Weight: 300g
Available in stores: May 2026
Recommended retail price: 190€

REIMA

Reima BugProof hoodie Hytyton

Product USP

The insect-repellent finish provides long-lasting protection. Mosquitoes and ticks are known to spread serious diseases, yet we want our children to be able to explore freely and learn to love nature. Parents can use less insect repellent chemicals on their child's skin when they can rely on the clothing to keep the insects away.

Reima BugProof finish contains geraniol, a plant-based insect repellent. Reima has tested its efficiency and even after 50 washes, it's still at an excellent level.

Intended specific end use:

Outdoor activities, forest outings, summer camp.
The Hytyton children's insect repellent jersey hoodie safeguards outdoors-loving kids against ticks and mosquitoes with the help of geraniol derived from lemongrass. The soft, stretchy jersey is made with recycled polyester, and it feels very nice against the skin.

Fun facts or backstory:

The jersey is supersoft and stretchy. Kids who have been using this product find it extremely comfortable.

End of use strategy:

All Reima products are designed to withstand the use of several children. They also offer a Reima Repair Kit for quick fixes and sell FabPatchTM textile patches for sew-free mending in our stores. This product is suitable for municipal textile waste collection as defined in Finland and many other countries too.

Designed by: Reima
Product material: "BugProof jersey rec” 91% recycled polyester, 9% elastane
Weight: 200g
Available in stores: Navy & Lilac colors in spring 2026 (navy already in 2025)
Recommended retail price: 49,95€

FJÄLLRÄVEN

Kajka X-Lätt 45

Overall Winner Spring/Summer 26

Jury statement: Weighing only 1,1 Kilo, being made from extra tough materials, the super comfortable 45-liter-pack Kajka X-Lätt from Fjällräven gives backpackers the ideal mix of durability, low weight and carry performance. The birchwood frame requires up to 60 percent less energy in production than a regular aluminum frame. The practical features, including a lid with two well placed pockets, help you organize year gear. Weight conscious backpackers can strip down features to save even more weight. »It is one of the best packs I have tested in the last thirty years«, one jury member said.

Product USP

X at Fjällräven stands for ‘product exploration’ and this time the company has explored how to optimise the balance between durability, functionality and light weight. The result is the Kajka X-Lätt 45, a durable trekking backpack that is rich in functional features, is easy to repair and weighs in at just over 1kg, fully featured. The 45L main compartment is made with Fjällräven’s extremely hardwearing fabric, Vinylon F, around a high-quality birch wood frame. The back length is fully adjustable, and the stretch side pockets and removable stretch front sleeve offer extra storage. The inside pocket is detachable and can be used separately as a small crossbody bag for essentials.

Intended specific end use:

Trekking and hiking.

Fun facts or backstory:

"It all started with the question, how can we make a typical Fjällräven product, – with our time-tested material, vinylon, and a wooden frame – really light?
With that question in mind, the design team started development in the Fjällräven innovation workshop, Vinkelladan, located in Norra Djurgården in Stockholm. They built the product from the inside out, scrutinising every buckle to create the lightest, most durable, comfortable and functional backpack, and drawing inspiration from Fjällräven’s oldest backpack, the LÄTT backpack from 1960, as well as the original Kajka backpack from 2008..
The development took its time, allowing for each prototype to be tested during several hikes and events along the way, each one informing the coming iterations (and there were many prototypes).

When it came to the backpack’s design, rather than looking at today’s most lightweight backpacks, it was important for the team to look instead at the company’s rich history and heritage of designing backpacks – for example, the open sacks of the oldest designs – in order to find Fjällräven’s own way of designing light in today’s outdoor landscape."

Designed by: Sara Lundberg , Verena Brandl ,Johan Hübinette, Jennie Johansson, Erik Blomberg

Product material:
Material* - Vinylon F: 100% vinylal. 100% vinylal
Lining - 100% polyamide 140D Ripstop (recycled)

Weight: Weight: 1120 g / 1100 g Minimum weight**: 1000 g / 980 g ** For those who want to travel as light as possible, minimum weight does not include the internal pocket, front stretch sleeve and side compression system.
Available in stores: February 2026
Recommended retail price: 340€

ALFA SKO

IMPACT 2.0 APS GTX

Product USP

Where tradition meets innovation, this fully repairable GORE-TEX® boot is exceptionally comfortable and built for a lifetime of trekking. Engineered for longevity, every component—from the GORE-TEX® membrane to the outsole—is designed to be replaced or repaired, ensuring long-term performance and sustainability.

Intended specific end use:

The Impact 2.0 is designed with sustainability in mind. Its fully repairable construction means that with proper care and maintenance, this trekking boot can accompany you on adventures for a lifetime.

Fun facts or backstory:

Impact 2.0 builds on Impact 1.0 with a minimalist approach, reducing materials for a lighter, more streamlined design that boosts comfort and performance. Thanks to optimized construction and fewer components, it’s more ergonomic and sustainable—featuring less synthetic interlining and high-quality leather from Heinen for better support. Experience innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship in every step with Impact 2.0—where less truly means more.

Designed by: Sigbjørn Næss

Product material: Premium Full-Grain Leather sourced from the renowned and awarded Heinen tannery in Germany. Kevlar seams, closed hook with sphere, GORE-TEX® with ePE membrane (PFAS-free). Vibram® Megagrip outsole. Fully repairable.

Weight: 786 g (EU 43)
Available in stores: May 2025
Recommended retail price: 499€

VIKING

QuickGo GTX SL

Product USP

No hands, no hassle – effortless on and off without using your hands. Featuring a breathable Gore-Tex membrane for all-weather comfort.

Intended specific end use:

Designed and developed for kids in a hurry - this allows kids to be more independent at an early age with shoes that are easy to take on and off with no hands and perfect fit.

Fun facts or backstory:

Designed to allow kids to be more independent.

Designed by: FootSoldier
Product material: Textile and PU
Weight: 314g
Available in stores: April 2025
Recommended retail price: 100€