Jack Wolfskin outdoor jacket

Jack Wolfskin is a prominent German outdoor brand founded in 1981 by Ulrich Dausien in Frankfurt am Main. The brand was born out of a passion for wilderness and adventure, famously inspired by the founder's experiences near the Yukon River. Over the decades, it has established itself as a leader in functional weather-protection clothing, footwear, and equipment, known for its iconic 'paw print' logo and proprietary technologies like Texapore.

While the brand maintains its creative and engineering heart in Idstein, Germany, its manufacturing is global. Production primarily takes place in Asian hubs such as China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, though some specialized components or limited lines are sourced from European facilities. This diversified supply chain allows the brand to scale its technical outdoor gear for a global market.

Ownership of the brand has transitioned several times to fuel international growth. Previously owned by Topgolf Callaway Brands, Jack Wolfskin was acquired by the Chinese sportswear giant Anta Sports in 2025. This acquisition integrates the brand into one of the world's largest sports portfolios, aiming to leverage Anta's massive supply chain and retail presence while maintaining the brand's German heritage and design standards.