Pinguin is one of the oldest Czech outdoor brands, with a story that began in the second half of the 1980s. Its first down jackets and sleeping bags were made in a small student apartment in Brno for friends, travellers and climbers. What started as small-scale production gradually grew into a brand that became a firmly established part of the Czech outdoor scene.
From sleeping bags to its own tents
In the mid-1990s, Pinguin became one of the first Czech brands to develop lightweight double-wall tents for hiking and mountaineering. This was also the period when the first version of the now well-known Gemini series was created.
The range gradually expanded and today includes tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, backpacks, outdoor clothing, stoves, cookware, trekking poles and other equipment for spending time outdoors. Pinguin can therefore equip you for anything from a relaxing weekend at a campsite to a more demanding mountain expedition.
Functionality, durability and long service life
Pinguin builds its products around reliability, functionality and a sensible price-to-performance ratio. Its equipment also gains valuable experience on high-altitude expeditions, while feedback from users is incorporated into the ongoing development and improvement of individual models.
Another important part of the brand’s philosophy is making products last as long as possible. Pinguin therefore offers both warranty and post-warranty service, as well as spare parts for many products, helping you repair your gear instead of replacing it at the first sign of trouble.
Durability is part of the Pinguin name
The brand takes its name from Bromelia Pinguin, a plant capable of growing in the demanding conditions of South America. Its resilience and ability to thrive in harsh environments reflect the philosophy behind the brand.
Whether you are heading out on a trek, camping, climbing into the mountains or simply spending a weekend outdoors, Pinguin offers Czech outdoor gear designed to support you in the field and serve you for as long as possible.