Meet the Makers

To make gear you’ll love for longer, we do things differently. We’re constantly rethinking what gear could be like, reimagining and redefining how things are made. We work directly with some of the best factories in the world (including our own UK factory) to deliver the best product, and get the latest developments in your hands fast.

We’re not restricted by the big brand names, we create freely, innovatively, passionately and sustainably. We spend thousands of hours developing products that allow you to explore without restrictions; welcome the rain and howling winds and confidently say, “yeah, bring it on” in the face of adventure.

So here's to the makers, the sewers and the builders - the people behind the products.

A small team with big attention to detail.

Dreamweavers

We’ve been making outdoor gear here in the UK since 2004. From our founders sitting behind sewing machines, we’ve expanded to a talented team of sewers. Our Made in Britain range is designed, cut and stitched right here at Alpkit Campus on the edge of the Peak District.

Specialising in bikepacking bags and bouldering mats, we put each product through its paces before getting into your hands. Testing, trialing and improving until it’s fit for purpose. Pride is woven and sewn into each product, and sealed with a sprinkle of Alpkit magic.

Alongside our stock Made in Britain products, our talented team can create something that is uniquely yours. From custom bikepacking bags to one-of-a-kind bags and accessories, you dream it, we make it.

One of a kind

Our UK factory team love making custom bags for our customers. Whether you fancy a funkier-looking bag shaped to fit your bike like our custom Stingray frame bags, or something totally bespoke; there's no limit to what we can make. All UK-made bags come with a 25-year Alpine Bond Guarantee.

Shop Stingray or contact us at support@alpkit.com to arrange your custom-made bag.

Custom Stingray Frame bags

When they're gone, they're gone...

Having our UK factory gives us the flexibility to create shorter limited-edition runs of our favourite products and experiment with materials and colour combinations - like our NEW Forester bikepacking range.

And don't forget, if you see something you like in a limited edition range but want it on another of our products we're always happy to make it for you!

Shop Forester Limited Edition

Sample. Test. Repeat.

Sonder bikes and wheels. Designed and custom built in Britain.

We work on a small scale and make big things happen, like award winning bikes. Every Sonder bike is designed here in the UK, tested on local trails and built by our skilled mechanics on the edge of the Peak District. Our bikes are built by riders for riders.

Derived from conversations and sketches to finding differences in the details; here at Sonder we’re obsessed with design. We’re independent thinkers, makers and redefine-ers; we switch up the rulebook to bring something truly special to the table. We strive for performance, meticulously tweaking and tinkering until it’s perfect. Whether it’s for Sunday jaunts or whipping it around on race day, your bike is ready whenever you are.

Buying a new bike is one of the most exciting things and not something to take lightly. That’s why we’ve considered everything and given you the ability to choose something that’s unique to you. Everyone has a story. It’s time to write yours.