WaterproofJacket.com
Best JacketsActivitiesTechnologiesBrandsReviewsCompareLearn

Brand · Norway

Norrøna

A Norwegian brand producing activity-specific ski, alpine and bike shells at premium prices, with published per-product ratings.

Founded 1929Last verified 2026-10-19

Background

Founded on 29 April 1929 by Jørgen Jørgensen as J.J Norrøna Sporting Goods and Leather Factory; the company is now based at Lysaker, Norway.

What to check before buying

Editorial buying guidance, not a brand rating

A feature-rich shell can be useful in demanding conditions, but added features also affect weight, bulk and complexity. Decide which hood, pocket and ventilation features your activity requires. Verify the model's construction and fit instead of assuming the most expensive option is the most suitable.

For the general method, see how to choose a waterproof jacket and waterproof ratings explained.

Brand facts

Published company information

Country of origin
Norway
Founded
1929
Price range
Premium
Jacket families
falketind, trollveggen, senja, fjørå
Warranty
Five-year warranty on all products, extended to seven years for loyalty members; covers manufacturing and material defects including seams, zippers and leakage in waterproof products. Wear, accidents and improper care excluded.
Repair programme
Online claim/repair registration; quoted processing is 4–5 weeks in Norway, Germany and Sweden, 4–6 weeks elsewhere, with longer waits possible October–April.
Sustainability
dri1 products use 'PFC-free impregnation' — a finish-level claim. The former PFC information page now states a goal of zero hazardous chemical releases across the supply chain: a roadmap, not a verified completed elimination.

WaterproofJacket.com assessment

Our editorial view of the brand

Strengths

  • Publishes per-product figures: falketind GORE-TEX 28,000 mm and RET <13; falketind dri1 20,000 mm and 20,000 g/m² MVTR
  • In-house dri1/dri3 platforms documented alongside GORE-TEX

Weaknesses

  • Premium pricing throughout
  • Unrepairable warranty items are compensated in Cash Points, not cash

Frequently asked questions

Is the Norrøna warranty a lifetime warranty?

No. It runs five years from purchase, or seven years for loyalty members, and covers manufacturing and material defects with wear and accidents excluded.

Sources