Sherpa makes it their mission to provide these harrowing individuals with gear that will both protect and last during the rigorous testing that they will endure during expeditions in the Himalayas. They also are striving to bring 100% of their production to Nepal, as the owner and CEO, Tashi Sherpa, has a deep love for his people. This is shown by the ways that Sherpa strives to give back to the sherpas, often unsung heroes living in poverty while the men who hire them are known around the world. 

Sherpa takes great pride in their gear, as they believe that the best testing comes from the harshest of conditions. This is shown by the innovations that they have made when constructing even the simplest of garments. Their jackets are made with Gore-Tex's main competitor, eVent, which specializes in lightweight waterproof fabrics. These jackets are subjected to rigorous testing, and I would say that the Sherpa jacket I own is the lightest, most packable waterproof jacket that I own. 

Sherpa is a company that is all about people, and they are trying to change the world, one jacket at a time. They truly care about those that buy their products. If you would like to check them out, click here.