SCANDINAVIAN OUTDOOR AWARD
A super warm parka from Lundhags is the Overall Winner of the Scandinavian Outdoor Award, while the Sustainability Award goes to Knowledge Cotton Apparel.
After thorough outdoor testing and lively discussions in the Bavarian Forest, the international jury of outdoor journalists and gear experts has selected the winners of Scandinavian Outdoor Award Fall/Winter 25/26.
The Overall Winner is Lundhags – Abisku Adventure Down Parka, an extremely warm and fully feathered parka, designed to withstand the harshest Arctic winter conditions. The jury was highly impressed by its remarkable performance. “Despite its long cut and the thick insulation, I did not notice the jacket at all, even when I carried a thermos bottle in one of the pockets”, one jury member remarked.
The prestigious Sustainability Award goes to Knowledge Cotton Apparel – Vent Canvas 200 Classic Jacket. A jacket crafted to perform seamlessly across diverse climates—from urban commutes to rugged outdoor adventures. Knowledge Cotton Apparel brings a new level of sustainability into the winter jacket category. Made entirely from 100% Supima organic cotton, this jacket combines breathability and water resistance, naturally expanding when wet to enhance protection.
IN TOTAL, FIVE PRODUCTS WERE AWARDED:
- OVERALL WINNER: Lundhags – Abisku Adventure Down Parka
- SUSTAINABILITY: Knowledge Cotton Apparel – Vent Canvas 200 Classic Jacket
- INNOVATION: NordShield – BioLayr
- LIFESTYLE: Mini A Ture Copenhagen – Matarman Sherpa Anorak
- TRUE SCANDINAVIAN: Aclima – WarmWool Motion Roll Neck
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OVERALL WINNER: Lundhags – Abisku Adventure Down Parka
While testing the jury got super excited about the outstanding performance of the Lundhags Abisku Adventure Down Parka. »Despite its long cut and the thick insulation, I did not notice the jacket at all, even when I carried a thermos bottle in one of the pockets«, one jury member praised the superb fit. Another one pointed out its great warmth while sitting around in the bitter cold, the workmanship is fantastic. Also, the Abisku Adventure Down Parka is loaded with practical features including an innovative pocket construction and gold treated down that is supposed to speed up drying time. Overall, this is the perfect down parka for extreme cold weather.
SUSTAINABILITY: Knowledge Cotton Apparel – Vent Canvas 200 Classic Jacket
Highly functional winter jackets made from windproof and water-resistant cotton have been around in Scandinavia for decades. Now Knowledge Cotton Apparel brings a new level of sustainability into the category due to its genuine holistic approach. The Vent Canvas 200 Classic Jacket is made from regenerative organic cotton and with as little plastic as possible. By 2030 Knowledge Cotton plans to be completely plastic-free. During testing, the jury stated that the jacket works great both in nature and cities. »We all love it«, one tester said.
INNOVATION: NordShield – BioLayr
The standard way to create odor free fabrics is to apply silver particles that reduce the amount of bacteria that start to smell. Learning from trees, the Finnish brand NordShield developed a new technology: BioLayr. Coating each fiber with the biocide-free BioLayr, bacteria cannot even be built up within the fabric – which works great: During testing jury members wore shirts for a few days in a row without getting smelly. This new technology has already also been used in apparel made for the health business to reduce the amount of viruses and bacteria in hospitals etc. This could be a game-changer, not only for outdoor apparel.
TRUE SCANDINAVIA: Aclima – WarmWool Motion Roll Neck
For Scandinavians, being outside is not just an activity, it is part of their lifestyle and heritage. Family-owned businesses focusing on highly functional outdoor apparel and equipment were born out of this. The WarmWool Motion Roll Neck from the Norwegian brand Aclima is a great example for this true Scandinavian mindset since it is more than just another top made from merino wool. Thanks to its jacquard knitted, super stretchy and cozy fabric it hugs the body like a second skin, allowing you to move freely. One jury member also pointed out the great moisture management and look: »I was never too cold or too hot. And the appealing design is perfect for sitting around in a hut after being active«.
LIFESTYLE: Mini A Ture Copenhagen – Matarman Sherpa Anorak
If you are looking for a stylish, functional and warm winter jacket for kids that works great as an urban multitool for kids, the Matarman Sherpa Anorak from Mini A Ture Copenhagen is ideal. Its teddy fleece outside protects your kid from the cold, feels cozy and will never be out of style. The Anorak also has a weather-resistant and windproof lining, the side zip makes is easier to put the jacket on compared the other anoraks. Used Mini A Ture apparel can be returned to the brand for second-hand sales, increasing the use of each piece produced.