Innovations
Over the past 20 years, EXPED has created numerous innovations and been honored with many industry awards. This is made possible through partnerships with specialty retailers, consumers and manufacturing partners. EXPED relies on its global partnerships to offer products of the highest quality.
2022
Ultra, Dura, Versa
- climat neutral
- made of recycled fabrics
- new naming and color scheme for clear and easy overview
![Exped Mats overview](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/831cdeeda92ff0054f885bfba61c1d3c78a99b97/EXPED_Ultra_Dura_Versa.jpg)
2021
Verglas
- lightweight alpine day touring pack
- signature shape pack
![three verglas backpacks in different colours](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/580e45eb0e9ff8edf73f830ef0676f2383f48af7/innovation_verglas_family.jpg)
2020
Waterbloc Pro
- water-repellent down sleeping bag
- 30% lighter: welded instead of sewn
![Sleepingbag Waterbloc Top view](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/6eb276e054170d4cdc000c309007b0ddc154a824/Innovation_Waterbloc_Top-view_4_3.jpg)
Whiteout
2019
- minimalistic gear hauler in Dyneema® Composite fabric
- sophisticated construction techniques
![Backpack Whiteout](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/46c2d3d01144c54ae25f872924cdd010958cbb88/Innovation_Whiteout_4_3.jpg)
2016
Transfer Wheelie Bag
- converts packs and duffles to wheeled luggage
- minimal packed size
![Gear Bag Transfer Wheelie Gold Award](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/5f8f5f5f1f4c987ee368c2fb19791cc3148585d2/Innovation_Transfer_wheelie_gold_award_4_3.jpg)
MegaMat
2014
- development of double-wide MegaMat
![Megamat](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/61037a3d258d56cdd86262a9c6fdfbc2ec2f4750/Innovation_Megamat_4_3.jpg)
2009
Flat Valve Technology
- invention of FlatValve design
- durable, reliable, flexible
![Flat Valve](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/29d9c37f35a72dffb222b4b874d525abb10d1d45/Innovation_Flat-Valve_4_3.jpg)
2007
Mountain Pro
- refined to the basics
- first weatherproof alpine pack
![Mountain Pro](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/bff535f7d3a2f88de4eb9f99a2d9652e697856b4/Innovation_Mountain-Pro_front_back_4_3.jpg)
2006
Synmat
- development of first micro-fiber insulated mat
- proprietary dual-welding technology
![Synmat](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/3c52668c9d46ccb2c9a483622c540d6b40750f5a/Innovation_Synmat_Outdoor_award_4_3.jpg)
2001
Downmat Technology
- patented down-insulated sleeping mat
- best possible insulation at minimal weight
![Downmat](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/e0316d059952851d5e8df1a61b4e7d6c962db8f3/Innovation_Downmat_4_3.jpg)
1998
Dreamwalker
- the most versatile sleeping bag around
- sleeping bag and parka in one
![Dreamwalker](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/95f71fce3396cbf01ad0ab65fdda567ff694e697/Innovation_Dreamwalker_4_3.jpg)
1997
Orion
- ridge-tunnel design introduced
- flat pole sleeve technology
![Orion](https://exped.rokka.io/fe_nuxt_crop/variables-w-335-h-250/bcfe95d7ba62a226eb1603f1efc8f0ffbd9e1fe0/Innovation_Orion_green_4_3.jpg)