Two legendary climbing brands, separated by an ocean but united by an unwavering passion for rocks and mountains, have joined forces for a limited-edition collaboration. Rab & Gramicci brings together the gritstone heritage of the Peak District with the granite legacy of Yosemite, creating a collection that honors the pioneering spirit of 1980s climbing culture.
Born just months apart on opposite sides of the Atlantic, both brands emerged from the transformative climbing scene of the early 1980s that defined modern climbing. Rab forged on the gritstone crags outside Sheffield, U.K., and Gramicci, hewn from the mighty granite cliffs of Yosemite, share more than just a birth year.
The collaboration fuses Gramicci’s Stonemasters legacy with alpinist Rab Carrington’s mountain expertise. It’s a celebration of climbing counterculture, a joining of generations, a meeting of minds, materials, and mountain spirit. Rooted in rock and steel, driven by the instinct for problem-solving that only climbers can have, and fuelled by an unbridled love of the mountains, it translates decades of mountain wisdom into modern performance and style.
The collection represents the authentic DNA of both brands. Together, they have taken their most iconic gear to the next level. It combines Gramicci’s signature style and movement-optimized cuts with Rab’s hallmark technical precision. Inspired by Yosemite big walls, informed by decades of expertise, it’s gear that performs and looks the part. Whether you’re scrambling up a rockface, resting between burns, or navigating city streets, it delivers comfort, freedom, and rugged protection.
Rab & Gramicci features seven carefully curated pieces:
Rab & Gramicci Pants – Paying homage to Gramicci’s much-loved original, these rugged, flexible climbing pants have been re-engineered with our wicking, fast-drying fabric.
Rab & Gramicci Kinder Smock – Rab’s classic 1986 design gets supercharged with lightweight 800FP down and protective Pertex® Quantum Pro fabric. This pull-on insulation piece remains true to its vintage roots while delivering modern technical performance.
Rab & Gramicci Neutrino Pro Hoody – The trusted down jacket reimagined with Gramicci’s bold design aesthetic and eye-catching color blocking, featuring 800FP down, weather-resistant ripstop fabric, and helmet-compatible hood.
Rab & Gramicci Argon Pants – Down-filled pants packed with 40 years of insulation expertise, offering on-demand warmth for bitter belays, basecamp comfort, and winter climbing sessions.
Rab & Gramicci Expedition Kitbag 30L – A climber’s go-to gear hauler built to survive mountain expeditions and crag sessions, with airline-friendly dimensions and multiple carry options.
Rab & Gramicci Crimp LS Tee – The climbing staple enhanced with limited-edition Rab & Gramicci print, featuring TENCEL™ blend fabric for cotton-like comfort with synthetic performance.
Rab & Gramicci Logo Beanie – A lightweight, packable essential featuring the unique collaboration logo motif, made with 100 percent recycled polyester.
The Rab & Gramicci collection launches online and with selected retailers Nov. 6 for a limited period only.
About Gramicci
Since 1982 Gramicci has been making functional clothing for life in the great outdoors. Built for movement, and loved by countless cultural movements – what started out in a garage in Ventura, California has travelled to the streets of Tokyo and beyond. www.gramicci.com
About Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.
Equip Outdoor Technologies UK Ltd is an international business with the head office based in Derbyshire, UK. We are proud to own both the Rab and Lowe Alpine brands. We design exceptional products to meet the needs of our active customers. We encourage our teams to thrive and be part of our success. Our passion for the outdoors and adventurous spirit sets the foundation for what we do. We have approved near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets with the SBTi and are proud to be a Fair Wear Leader Brand. www.equipuk.com.
