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Who we are

Chhogori is an Australian alpine prototyping studio focused on the design and development of lightweight expedition specific equipment. Rooted in an architectural training, our approach centres on turning experimental alpine gear ideas into functional, field-tested equipment.

We operate across two core offerings that include a range of configurable base model products and a full prototyping service. Designed and built in our workshop in Sydney and proven through repeated testing in the mountains of Japan, Tibet and Xinjiang, our small batch equipment evolves through real use.

Currently our primary focus is alpine specific backpacks which we believe are among the lightest available.

Recent Works:

  • Prototype 75L

    Prototype 75L

  • Prototype 75L

    Prototype 75L

  • Prototype 75L

    Prototype 75L

  • Aksai

    Aksai

  • Aksai

    Aksai

  • Aksai

    Aksai

  • Colorful backpack with text and graphics hanging against a plain white background.

    135L Prototype Camel Bag Hybrid

  • Colorful hiking or climbing gear bag with a leopard-print design, featuring text that reads "FEEDING THE REVOLUTION" and a small label with the brand name "Chogori." The bag has green and blue straps, and a black strap at the bottom.

    135L Prototype Camel Bag Hybrid

  • Customised Shaksgam

    Customised Shaksgam

  • Customised Shaksgam

    Customised Shaksgam

  • Customised Shaksgam

    Customised Shaksgam

  • Customised Aksai

    Customised Aksai

  • Crampon Bag

    Crampon Bag

  • Crampon Bag

    Crampon Bag

Customisable Backpacks

Made-to-order backpacks based around three base models:

Yala (35L - 50L)

Aksai (50 – 70L)

Shaksgam (75 – 130L)

High customisation from a base model.
Custom prints, colours, and add-on features available.

Base models & current lead times

Please note: All orders involving any custom options are subject to the availability of materials and services. We recommend contacting us prior to placing your order to confirm whether custom prints or colour options are currently available.

Full Prototyping

Custom prototyping projects coordinated via direct contact.

  1. Enquiry

  2. Feasibility + rough quote

  3. $100 AUD design consultancy (may not apply to small goods)

  4. Digital mock-ups

  5. Final quote + 50% deposit

  6. Production

  7. Photos → final payment → shipping

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Contact Us

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