Ortovox
Ortovox develops avalanche safety equipment and wool-based mountain apparel from its base south of Munich. Gerald Kampel and Jürgen Wegner founded it in 1980 around the first avalanche transceiver able to transmit and receive on both radio frequencies then in use, a design that became an industry standard. Wool apparel followed in 1988 and now anchors the range, using Tasmanian merino and Swiss wool in base layers, fleeces, insulation and shells alongside technical fabrics. Transceivers, probes, shovels, airbag systems, ski-touring packs and avalanche training round out the business.
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| Category | Runs | Shape | Length | Size advice | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | slightly small | trim, slightly tapered fleece/merino hoodie meant as a mid-layer | regular, with a slightly dropped back hem | Take your normal size for layering under a shell, or size up if you want it to sit loosely over other pieces. | medium |
| Shirts & overshirts | slightly small | slim to regular alpine shirt cut, closer through the waist | regular | Consider one size up if you have a broader chest or want a relaxed drape. | low |
| Trousers & pants | true to size | articulated, slightly tapered touring and mountaineering cut | regular to long inseam by European standards | Stick with your usual waist size; check inseam as legs tend to run long. | medium |
| Jackets | slightly small | trim technical shell and insulation fit with pre-shaped arms | regular, with a slightly longer back hem | Size up if you plan to wear thick mid-layers underneath or prefer a looser shell. | medium |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | runs small | close-fitting merino tee/base layer that follows the torso | regular to long body with good tuck-in coverage | Size up if you prefer a relaxed everyday tee rather than a next-to-skin base layer. | medium |
Does Ortovox run big or small?
Ortovox fits slightly small. If you are between sizes or want room for layering, size up one — especially US shoppers used to roomier outdoor brands. Ortovox generally fits on the slim, athletic side of European mountain sizing, so many shoppers find it a half to full size snugger than comparable American outdoor labels.
How does Ortovox fit?
Ortovox generally fits on the slim, athletic side of European mountain sizing, so many shoppers find it a half to full size snugger than comparable American outdoor labels. Overall shape: athletic alpine cut — trim through chest and waist with articulated sleeves.
How do Ortovox hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Ortovox hoodies & sweatshirts fits slightly small. Take your normal size for layering under a shell, or size up if you want it to sit loosely over other pieces. Shape: trim, slightly tapered fleece/merino hoodie meant as a mid-layer.
How do Ortovox shirts & overshirts fit?
Ortovox shirts & overshirts fits slightly small. Consider one size up if you have a broader chest or want a relaxed drape. Shape: slim to regular alpine shirt cut, closer through the waist.
How do Ortovox trousers & pants fit?
Ortovox trousers & pants fits true to size. Stick with your usual waist size; check inseam as legs tend to run long. Shape: articulated, slightly tapered touring and mountaineering cut.
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