Rehaused by Dirtbags is a collaboration that takes Berghaus products that have reached the end of their usable lives and upcycles the materials into climbing kit such as chalk bags. The range has been designed and manufactured near Kendal.

Jennifer Wood, co-founder of Dirtbags Climbing, said: “Reusing products is much more preferable to recycling – it’s a low carbon alternative that keeps textiles and components in the economic system without the need for incineration, or chemical alteration, and of course it prevents materials from going to landfill too. 

“Not only is this approach already better for the environment, but by choosing Dirtbags as a partner, Berghaus is avoiding air miles too. Returns, samples and the unrepairable have made their way from the North East to our workshop in the Lake District, to find a new home and a second life as completely new products.

Berghaus has for many decades repaired its products free of charge, extending their lifetime.

Paul Anderton, interim global brand director at Berghaus, added: “We already offer a free repair service as standard, but inevitably there comes a time when a jacket or another piece of kit cannot fulfil its original function. Everyone at Berghaus is really excited about the potential of Rehaused by Dirtbags. The range is excellent and it’s great to see our brand associated with this approach to repurposing products. In the greater scheme of sustainability, this is a small step, but it’s an important one and it sends out a strong, positive message.”