Nepal · Est. 1998 · Effort Never Dies

Born at
8,848
Metres

Technical mountaineering apparel designed and made in Nepal — fairly crafted with 850FP down, Gore-Tex XCR, and a lifetime guarantee. Now available across the UK.

850FP Goose Down Gore-Tex XCR Lifetime Warranty ◆ Ethically Made in Nepal

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Our Story

Crafted where
mountains meet sky

Kaemp 8848 was born in Nepal in 1998, when Prabin Thapa — proprietor of Shuva Garment — decided to build something more than a contract manufacturer. He wanted a brand with identity, design, sustainability and local value.

Every jacket, fleece and trouser is designed and made in Kathmandu, using locally sourced materials and the knowledge of nearly 100 tailors and craftspeople who pour their expertise into every stitch.

Now reaching the UK — a market where ethical provenance, technical credibility, and fair pricing converge in a way no established brand can match.

1998

Founded in Nepal

850

Fill Power Down

100

Nepali Craftspeople

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Lifetime Warranty

Technical Credentials

The spec speaks

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850FP Goose Down

The highest fill power in our category. Where Rab offers 700–800FP, Kaemp 8848 delivers 850FP at a lower UK consumer price — a technical advantage that's impossible to argue with.

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Gore-Tex XCR

The Lukla GTX range uses genuine Gore-Tex XCR — the extended comfort range membrane — at a UK RRP that sits well below Rab's Latok GTX at £480. Zero DCTS import duty keeps our landed cost structurally low.

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Lifetime Warranty

Every Kaemp 8848 garment carries a lifetime warranty. Backed by our own repair centre in Kathmandu and a UK service commitment, this is a genuine promise — not a marketing claim.

YKK Waterproof ZipsIndustry-standard YKK hardware across all waterproof products

Tarotex® 3-Layer ShellProprietary breathable membrane for technical shell products

DWR FinishDurable Water Repellent treatment on all outer fabrics

Kevlar-Reinforced TrousersUnique in this price category — Phoksundo trousers feature Kevlar knee reinforcement

PrimeSoft InsulationProprietary synthetic insulation for active, moisture-resistant warmth

Ethically ManufacturedFair wages, safe conditions, locally sourced materials in Kathmandu

Why Kaemp 8848

Built different.
By design.

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850-Fill Power Down

The highest fill power available — more warmth, less weight. Every down garment is rated to perform in the conditions that matter.

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Gore-Tex XCR

Genuine Gore-Tex Extended Comfort Range membrane in our hard shell range. The benchmark for waterproof breathable performance.

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Ethically Made in Nepal

Designed and crafted in Kathmandu by nearly 100 skilled artisans. Fair wages, safe conditions, and locally sourced materials since 1998.

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Lifetime Warranty

Every garment is backed by a lifetime warranty. We build things to last — and we stand behind them if they don't.

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Kevlar-Reinforced

Our Phoksundo trousers feature Kevlar knee reinforcement — a technical first in this price category. Engineered for serious terrain.

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Born at 8,848m

Named after the summit of the world. Tested against the most demanding conditions on earth. Designed to perform wherever you take it.

Our Commitment

Ethically made in Nepal — fair wages, safe conditions, locally sourced materials since 1998.

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We are building a curated network of 8–12 specialist UK retailers in Year 1. Exclusive territory agreements available. Opening orders from 24 units. 30% retailer margin on RRP.

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Email: hello@kaemp8848.co.uk
Phone: 07356 213393
First orders from: 1 May 2026

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Men's Jackets & Mid-Layers

Kaemp Size	UK Size	Chest (cm)	Chest (in)	Height
S	UK S / EU 46	88–92	34–36"	Up to 5'9"
M	UK M–L / EU 48–50	94–98	37–38"	5'9"–5'11"
L	UK L–XL / EU 50–52	100–104	39–41"	5'11"–6'1"
XL	UK XL–XXL / EU 54–56	106–110	42–43"	6'1"–6'3"

ⓘ For the Extreme Mountain Parka and down jackets worn over heavy layers, we recommend sizing up one.

Men's Trousers

Kaemp Size	UK Waist	Waist (cm)	Inside Leg
S	28–30"	71–76cm	30"
M	30–32"	76–81cm	31"
L	32–34"	81–86cm	32"
XL	34–36"	86–91cm	32"

Women's Jackets & Mid-Layers

Kaemp Size	UK Size	Bust (cm)	Bust (in)
XS	UK 6–8	78–82	30–32"
S / S–M	UK 8–10	84–88	33–34"
M / M–L	UK 10–12	90–94	35–37"
L / M–L	UK 14–16	96–102	38–40"

Women's Trousers

Kaemp Size	UK Size	Waist (cm)	Inside Leg
XS	UK 6–8	63–67cm	29"
S / S–M	UK 8–10	68–72cm	29"
M	UK 10–12	73–77cm	30"
L / M–L	UK 12–14	78–84cm	30"

▲ Fit Tip from Nepal All Kaemp 8848 jackets are designed with a technical outdoor fit — roomier in the shoulders and chest for freedom of movement, slightly slimmer in the body than traditional expedition wear. Perfect for layering a mid-layer underneath. If you're purely after a casual everyday look, size down one.

Not sure? WhatsApp us and we'll help you choose the right size.

Born at 8,848 Metres

Crafted wheremountains meet sky

The spec speaks

850FP Goose Down

Gore-Tex XCR

Lifetime Warranty

Built different.By design.

850-Fill Power Down

Gore-Tex XCR

Ethically Made in Nepal

Lifetime Warranty

Kevlar-Reinforced

Born at 8,848m

Become a stockist.Be first in your area.

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Born at
8,848
Metres

Crafted where
mountains meet sky

Built different.
By design.

Become a stockist.
Be first in your area.