You have standards for your gear. It needs to perform as well on in a rugged mountain summit–like the iconic jagged peaks of Patagonia–as it looks in downtown Denver, on the streets of Seattle, or to and from the office in Silicon Valley. That’s why a Karukinka Outdoor technical garment is so much more than a sweater or jacket. It’s the freedom to go on that adventure you’ve been meaning to take and the sense of accomplishment that comes when you finally reach the summit that’s been on your bucket list.
Each Karukinka sweater is made fromnatural fibers–wool from a llama, alpaca, guanaco, and/or sheep. Because of the high-quality wool used in these garments and the fact that each piece is produced by hand in Patagonia and goes through a rigorous quality inspection before being shipped to your door, these garments are like nothing else on the market.
Each piece has a high thermal capacity and breathability that keeps you warm while wicking away internal moisture and sweat evaporation. The natural fibers also allow for impermeability and external water repellency that means it holds up under extreme conditions, keeping the rain, winds, and snow from standing between you and the summit.
Because of the attention to detailthat goes into these pieces, the impeccable designs, and the high-quality materials used, Karukinka sweaters are also more lightweight, flexible, stretchy, and comfortable than other wool apparel. Versatility is one of the chief objectives of our designers, who make a stylish, fashion-forward clothing item that is as beautiful as it is comfortable. And each of our sweaters and jackets is handcrafted in Patagonia.
Here’s a little more about each of our styles:
TheKepeyik is a classic style second layer garment with a tailored, relaxed silhouette, and raglan sleeves for enhanced mobility. It features a Polartec Power Stretch Pro body and back. It will quickly become your go-to on brisk mornings when you need something to hold your body heat close to your core. The sleeves knitted in a mesh panel for unmatched temperature regulation, beefed up ribbing for durability, and a throwback style.
TheKetaixten is a thicker, comfortable outer layer. It's made with the best natural fibers and technical fabrics and features a highly warm, double-layer Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™ that has been paired with hand-knit, all-natural yarns.
TheKojniken offers a classic cut in a slimmer fit and is made to be a second layer garment. It features a tailored, modern silhouette and raglan sleeves for enhanced mobility. The body is made from Polartec Power Stretch for cold days throughout the winter months or in high alpine conditions. The sleeves are knitted in a wave panel for temperature regulation, durability, and a fashion-forward aesthetic. It also features invisible under-armpit YKK zippers to provide ventilation during outdoor activity in cold weather. These vents let perspiration out as well as let air in to help dry the skin.
TheKoonji is our top of the line jacket in the Howenh Collection. Made with the best natural fibers and technical fabrics, it is a lightweight knitted jacket paired with performance fabric.
A light jacket that will offer you excellent freedom of movement, theKsamenk trekking jacket is comfortable, breathable and warm, It's ideal for mountain activities or when you need a little protection from the urban grind.
TheTase is an unbelievably comfortable jacket that can be used as a mid or outer layer. It's constructed with the best natural fibers and technical fabrics, featuring a highly warm, Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™ double layer and half knitted hoodie.
Shop our collection today and stay tuned for what's arriving this spring.
