From the Yin Mountains and Yan Mountains.
Built for the world.

Built for the Mountains. Designed for Every Ride.

Capelin was founded in 2014, rooted in the snowboard culture of the Yin Mountains and Yan Mountains of Northern China. Growing up at the meeting point of two of China's great ranges — and just 300 kilometres from Zhangjiakou, the city that hosted the 2022 Winter Olympics — the founding spirit of the brand was shaped by real winters, real terrain, and a genuine love for the mountain.

From the beginning, Capelin set out to build gear that reflected that culture: sharp, distinctive, and built to perform. Not gear that blends in. Not another round of safe colorways and forgettable silhouettes. Something that looked as alive on the slope as the riding itself.

Technical Gear

No Boring Colorways

We design performance-driven apparel for snowboarding, skiing, and outdoor adventure — waterproof, breathable, built to last. And actually worth looking at. Capelin carries the visual energy of snowboard culture into every design: bold palettes, sharp silhouettes, colorways that go somewhere. Technical and distinctive are not opposites.

By combining technical functionality with modern aesthetics, our products are made to perform in demanding environments while maintaining a distinctive style.

Made with Respect

For People and Planet.

The mountains we love are worth protecting.
Our manufacturing is BSCI certified, and our products use PFAS-free treatments and recycled fabric yarns.
Responsibility is not an add-on — it is built into how we make things.

Born in the Mountains

Born in the Yin Mountains and Yan Mountains region of Northern China, Capelin is rooted in snowboard culture shaped by harsh winters, demanding terrain, and a deep respect for the mountains. From our first collection, our focus has remained clear: creating performance-driven snow apparel with a distinct identity.

  1. Capelin is founded in Northern China’s Yin Mountains and Yan Mountains region, inspired by snowboard culture, harsh winters, and challenging terrain. The first collection focuses on performance and identity.
  2. Capelin builds its reputation in the Chinese snowboard community, becoming a trusted choice for riders seeking bold design, reliable performance, and mountain-ready apparel.
  3. Global expansion begins as Capelin reaches North America and Europe, bringing the same mountain spirit and snowboard culture to riders worldwide.
  4. Offline retail locations open in Toronto, Taiwan, and the Netherlands. The collection expands into year-round functional outdoor apparel, carrying the mountain spirit beyond the snow season.

Style Is Not an Afterthought

Great outdoor apparel should perform and express something. We hold both to the same standard—and we do not consider a product finished until it does both.

Craft Over Hype

We focus on the product itself—materials, fit, construction, and detail. Not trends. Not hype. We believe gear earns its place through how it performs and feels.

Durable by Design

We build ski and snowboard apparel to last beyond a single season. For us, sustainability starts with quality, durability, and products riders can rely on year after year.

Riders First

We support emerging riders who are still developing their potential, both on the mountain and beyond the spotlight. Every great rider deserves someone willing to believe in them.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

We exist to keep the spirit of the mountain alive —infusing everyday life with the courage snowboarding gives us, and backing the next generation of riders who carry that spirit forward.

TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Capelin Crew’s snowboard jackets designed for?
Capelin Crew’s snowboard jackets are designed for riders who want both performance and identity. Whether they are experienced riders pushing their limits or young athletes chasing their potential, our gear is built for people who value reliable protection, distinctive design, and the freedom to explore. Capelin is made for riders who believe style is not an afterthought, and that technical gear does not have to look ordinary. We design for those who want to stand out as much as they want to push limits.