Grivel

Grivel is an Italian company that specializes in the production of equipment for mountaineering, rock climbing, and ice climbing. The company was founded in 1930 by Guiseppe "Peppino" Grivel in Cavalese, a town in the Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol region of northern Italy. Grivel's early products were primarily focused on the production of crampons and ice axes, equipment that was essential for the early ski mountaineers and alpinists of the time.

Throughout the 20th century, Grivel expanded its product range to include other equipment such as harnesses, ropes, and anchors. Grivel became known for its innovative products and designs, many of which were ahead of their time. One example is the company's introduction of the first teasers, a type of ice climbing protection, in the 1950s.

Grivel's equipment is highly regarded by the climbing and mountaineering community for its durability, performance, and innovation. Many of the company's products are still made using traditional Italian craftsmanship and techniques, combined with modern materials and technology. This approach has allowed Grivel to maintain its reputation for producing high-quality equipment.

Today, Grivel is still a family-owned company and is considered one of the most respected manufacturers of mountaineering and climbing equipment in the world. Its products are used by climbers and mountaineers at all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals. Grivel continues to innovate and develop new products that are designed to meet the changing needs of the climbing and mountaineering community.