Partners & Our Friends

Mountaineering Ireland

Mountaineering Ireland is the representative body for walkers and climbers in Ireland, advocating for sustainable access to hills and cliffs and promoting mountain sports. Their efforts significantly enrich the outdoor scene by enhancing safe and environmentally responsible outdoor activities across Ireland. At our store, Mountaineering Ireland current members enjoy a 10% discount on purchases—just ask us at the till or contact us online to save on your next adventure!

Galz Gone Wild

GALZGONEWILD reconnects women with nature and the outdoors through our hikes, adventures, getaways, workshops and events all across Ireland. Their mission is to continue to create an equitable, inclusive, and diverse outdoor community. Great Outdoors is proud to support this brilliant initiative to make the outdoors a safe space for everyone - and works with Galz Gone Wild on events such as in-store Yoga classes & an outdoor movie-night most recently.

Tough Soles

Ellie Berry is a professional photographer whose work focuses on walking and being in the landscape. She will happily walk your dog. See her work at ellieberry.com. Carl Lange once worked in tech, but having spent the last few years in Dublin he's excited to just be outside again. He might be persuaded indoors by some interesting statistics.  We are extremely proud to say that Ellie and Carl at Tough Soles are Great Outdoors Brand Ambassadors! 

Dublin Town

Dublin Town is an initiative that promotes and enhances the vibrancy of Dublin city center. It significantly impacts our stores in Dublin by supporting local businesses and enhancing the city's appeal as a destination for shopping and leisure. Our store is very proud to support the Dublin Town initiative, accepting Dublin Town gift cards both online and in-store at all of our branches, making it easy for you to enjoy our wide range of products.

Dublin-Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team

Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team (DWMRT) is a voluntary organization dedicated to mountain safety and rescue in Ireland. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of outdoor enthusiasts in the Dublin and Wicklow areas. Our store is proud to collaborate with Helly Hansen to provide official gear for DWMRT volunteers, enhancing their ability to perform rescues effectively.

Earth's Edge

Earth's Edge, established in 2007, specializes in high-altitude trekking, mountaineering, and tri-adventure expeditions in breathtaking global locations. As Ireland's premier outdoor adventure company and a B Corp certified business, they are committed to sustainable and responsible exploration. We are proud to be Earth's Edge's official gear partner, offering special promotions to their customers on essential expedition gear to enhance affordability and preparedness for their incredible journeys.

John O'Regan

John O'Regan is a distinguished ultramarathon runner and adventurer whose feats inspire outdoor enthusiasts across Ireland. As a long-standing Ambassador and dear friend of our store, John significantly impacts the outdoor community by sharing his expert knowledge on running and gear. Whether you're seeking advice on running equipment or just want a friendly chat about the trails, John is the go-to expert we proudly recommend.

James McManus

James (Jam) McManus is the founder of Earth’s Edge, an outdoor adventure company based in Ireland. With his deep roots in mountaineering and training, James has significantly impacted outdoor activities in Ireland by promoting sustainable and safe adventure practices. Our store is proud to collaborate with James, especially on remarkable feats like his recent attempt to climb Everest without supplemental oxygen, demonstrating his profound expertise and dedication to the mountaineering community.

Awesome Walls

Awesome Walls is a premier climbing centre located in Finglas, Dublin, renowned for providing top-tier indoor climbing experiences. They significantly impact the outdoor sports scene in Ireland by fostering a community of climbers and offering training that prepares enthusiasts for outdoor adventures. Our store within Awesome Walls stocks an extensive range of climbing gear from leading brands like Scarpa, La Sportiva, Petzl, and Black Diamond, enhancing the climbing experience for both novices and experts.

Jason Black Mountaineering

Jason Black is a famous mountaineer from Donegal, Ireland. He is a Great Outdoors ambassador with expeditions to Everest & K2 Summits successful using gear from our store! He is a professional mountain leader and operates his own international expeditions company. If you sign up to a trip with Jason - you get an exclusive discount to use with us to help purchase your gear & equipment.