This German Alpine Specialist Brand Launches First MTB Collection, but Can It Compete?

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Most folks who play in the snow or backpack in the summer months will already know Ortovox, but the brand is branching out to MTB in 2026, and the kit looks seriously competitive. Since 1980, the German brand has been a staple among mountaineers and skiers, known primarily for its obsession with wool and high-level mountain safety. Well, now, they will officially trade skins for tires with the launch of their first-ever mountain bike collection: the Sequence series.

It’s a move that CEO Stefan Kohlbauer calls a “milestone,” aimed at bringing the brand’s alpine values into the bike world. But they aren’t just dipping a toe in; they’re launching two distinct lines (Trail and Free) alongside a heavy-hitting partnership roster including SQlab and Gore–Tex.

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The Secret Sauce: SQlab and Sustainability

Ortovox is leaning on some serious industry expertise for its first outing. Their liners, like the Sequence Bib Liner M and Shorts Liner, feature the SQ-Pad 11. If you’ve ever used SQlab gear, you know they don’t mess around with ergonomics; the pad is designed to reduce shear forces and distribute pressure evenly over long hours in the saddle.

On the weather protection front, they’ve tapped Gore-Tex for a wind- and waterproof jacket and pants. Both utilize the newer, PFAS-free ePE membrane, keeping things high-performance without the nasty chemicals.

This aligns with Ortovox’s ProtACT sustainability strategy. They are hitting high environmental marks with bluesign®-approved textiles, complete avoidance of PFAs, and heavy reliance on recycled polyester.

The Sequence Trail Line

The Trail line is built for those long, soul-expanding climbs and technical descents where you need your kit to be the furthest thing from a distraction. The Sequence Trail line is made from recycled materials and features cuts that align with some of the best MTB apparel out there.

• Jersey Long Sleeve – $115
• Jersey T-Shirt – $90
• Pants – $200
• Shorts – $170

Sequence Trail Jersey LS & TS

This isn’t just another polyester top. It’s made from 100% “textile-to-textile” (T2T) recycled polyester, meaning old clothes were literally turned into this jersey. It uses Microban® technology to keep the “stank” at bay between washes—a godsend for multi-day trips.

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Sequence Trail Pants & Shorts

These are the workhorses. You get a robust 4-way stretch material that won’t restrict your movement when you’re wrestling the bike through a rock garden. The pants feature targeted ventilation holes and a mountain-bike-specific fit.

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The Sequence Free Line

If your riding style is more about getting after it than suffering, the Free line is the right fit. With Merino wool jerseys and T2T recycled polyester shorts, they feel good, look good, and do good.

• Jersey Long Sleeve – $135
• Jersey T-Shirt – $115
• Shorts – $160

Sequence Free Jersey LS & TS

Ortovox is lean-and-mean on their wool expertise here, blending Merino wool with TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers. It’s designed for temperature regulation and moisture management, with an open-knit back to keep air moving.

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Sequence Free Shorts

These use a 2-way stretch material with wool and T2T recycled polyester. They’ve got a clean-cut look but don’t skimp on utility, featuring an adjustable waistband and three pockets for your snacks and phone.

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The Gore-Tex Power Duo

Ortovox isn’t messing around with “water-resistant” coatings that fail after three rides. They’ve partnered with Gore-Tex for a serious shell kit without the PFAS, thanks to a new PFAS-free ePE membrane that is also bluesign® approved.

• Jacket – $575
• Pants – $460

These are the high-performance pieces. Both pieces use the new PFAS-free ePE membrane, which is great for the environment and even better at keeping you dry on wet, cold trail days. They’re bluesign® approved and feature ventilation zippers for when you’re working hard on the climbs.

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SQlab Liners

An interesting standout in this collection is the partnership with SQlab. Most well known for contact points on the bike, SQLabs bars and saddles have a serious cult-like following, and their liners might just bring that appeal to liners.

Bibs – $180
Shorts – $160
Tank Top(unisex) – $90

Sequence Bib & Shorts Liners

They’ve integrated the SQ-Pad 11, which is specifically designed to reduce shear forces and distribute pressure evenly. Whether you’re in the Bib Liner or the Shorts Liner, the goal is a “no pinching, no slipping” experience under your outer layers.

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Packs, Vest, and Accessories

Finally, they’ve rounded out the series with some great carrying options, socks, non-Gore-Tex vests and jackets, and even a headband, if you like that.

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• SEQUENCEWindJacket – $180
• SEQUENCEWindVest – $150
• SEQUENCE DAYPACK 15 – $170
• SEQUENCE HIP PACK 3 – $115
• SEQUENCE HIP POUCH 1 – $80
• SEQUENCE GLOVES – $45 (light) & $50 (pro)
• SEQUENCE SOCKS – $25 – $35
• SEQUENCE MERINO – $35 (headband) & $40 (beanie, neckwarmer)

Sequence Daypack 15

A lightweight, minimalist 15-liter pack designed to stay firmly in place without a hip belt—which is a refreshing change if you hate that “clamped-in” feeling. It includes a removable tool pouch and plenty of room for a safety kit.

More Than Just Threads

What’s arguably more interesting than the gear is Ortovox’s commitment to the community. They are expanding their Safety Academy—one of the largest training initiatives in mountain sports—to include mountain biking. In partnership with the German Mountainbike Initiative (DIMB), they’ll be offering first-aid programs and a mountain bike-specific first-aid guidebook.

They’re also putting their money where the dirt is by sponsoring national guides and supporting sustainable trail-building projects.