Viking Rago Boots

Viking Rago is a high-performance hunting boot developed by the Norwegian company Viking Outdoor Footwear. Rooted in the harsh Nordic environment, these boots are engineered for durability, featuring Gore-Tex waterproofing and rugged soles designed for varied terrain. The brand's history is deeply intertwined with Norwegian industrial innovation, dating back to 1920 when its founder, Peter Mathias Røwde, established a rubber factory in Askim to meet the demand for reliable outdoor gear.

Over its century-long history, Viking became synonymous with the 'Gummistøvel' (rubber boot) but expanded significantly into specialized outdoor performance footwear like the Rago series. While the brand carries a strong Norwegian heritage and conducts its design and testing in the Nordic region, its manufacturing utilizes global supply chains, often sourcing production from specialized facilities in Europe and Asia to maintain technical standards.

Today, Viking Outdoor Footwear operates as a prominent Scandinavian brand under the ownership of private investment groups. Through a management buyout in the early 2000s and subsequent acquisitions, the brand has remained headquartered in Oslo, Norway, continuing its mission to provide footwear that withstands the most demanding environmental conditions.