We started TREQA because we saw a need for affordable outdoor apparel for men, women, and kids that would allow people to enjoy the outdoors without breaking the bank. We wanted to create a line of jackets and pants that would stay warm and dry in all kinds of weather.
There was never a question in our minds about where TREQA clothing would be made.
Since day one we were committed to helping small, family owned and operated manufacturers in Nepal.
We fell in love with the Nepali people on our expedition to climb Mount Pumori in 2008. They live hard, humble lives in this really challenging place, and yet we have never experienced the kind of hospitality that they showed us. They are the most amazing people we have ever met.
During that trip we also met small, local manufacturers in Nepal that were producing high quality outdoor apparel. We picked up a couple of jackets that were so good that we ended up wearing them for the entire expedition.
So when it was time to get serious about TREQA we flew back toKathmandu to meet with several manufacturers to discuss our plans.
It was apparent from talking with the shop owners that the future prosperity of Nepal would depend on being able to access the North American market and that TREQA was a perfect fit.
We worked closely with a handful of the manufacturers to design and customize several styles of jackets and pants that would fit the needs of the North American market.
We absolutely freaking love the outdoors and we love the people of Nepal. We saw an opportunity to work with them to create a line of outdoor apparel made in Nepal, and to bring it to North America. We really hope people will appreciate what we are doing here and join us in our mission to help these manufacturers flourish.
What a amazing story way to go!!!
I love that you are committed to helping small, family owned and operated manufacturers in Nepal!
I always try to support a family business…. the apparel that you carry looks comfy and stylish.
I love to support a small family business, therefore I love that as a business Treka has this same mentality
Can’t wait to check out the apparel you guys have to offer
It’s a very nice goal to help those people .
I love that you had a vision to make affordable clothing. I just spent way more than I should have last winter for my son to ski.
That is awesome, keep up the great work
Love that this company is supporting the people of Nepal with their business. All the best!
I also am So happy to hear of another company helping out small businesses around the world!
wow what an incredible jouney you have made and I think this is really great Hugs
Very inspiring, great idea in supporting small business and helping other people too..
Supporting small businesses means more ethical living. Great job.
Amazing people. Great collaboration.
What a beautiful story!
I love that this partnership with Nepal’s manufacturers is ethical and helps the economy there. A lot of companies are not ethical with their business.
Love that you work with small businesses.
Happy to hear about families benefiting from local production of textiles.
Keep up the good work
Wonderful story & success! Living the dream!
So nice to learn about ethical manufacturing, when so many companies choose to exploit the vulnerable in the world.
Thinking Treka may be a perfect fit for me as well ,, Affordable outdoor wear, finally!
This is great helping and supporting small family owned manufactures in Nepal. I know my hubby has travelled the world and it can be tough in some countries so for your company to step up and make difference to some of the nicest people in the world. Kudos to you. I can’t wait.
Amazing!
Awesome Idea!!
Small business big hearts ❤️
This is a great initiative. Glad to see a company caring for more than just profits.
Glad you support the small business owners of nepal.
Super nice and important the fact the products manufacture helps to employ people that need!
Happy to support a company that not only cares about quality within their product, but also helps out those who need it most! Kudos to you!
What an amazing way to support small business an get high quality goods. Way to go Treka!
Super Cool that you support families in an area of the world that need it!
Fun little read, quite enjoyed it!
Very inspiring vision and goal! Well done.
Can’t agree more with the importance of supporting ‘the small guy’ in a struggling part of the world.
Glad to see this as opposed to coming from facrories in China.
I love outdoors
I love this idea! Great people!🌹😍
WOW! Amazing and wonderful thing you are doing for the Napali people. Love how you have went physically to check out the manufacturers and able to see the factories and type of conditions that they work in. Beauitiful outerwear!
So happy to hear of another company helping out small businesses around the world!
I love the synergistic relationship that you have with the manufacturers in Nepal!