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Evaluating 166 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the high quality and durability of the products, finding them well-suited for their intended use, from bikes and bikepacking bags to clothing and camping equipment. Many people highlight the exceptional customer service, noting the helpfulness, knowledge, and friendly demeanor of the staff both online and in stores. The repair service is also frequently commended for its efficiency and quality. However, some people were dissatisfied with customer service, citing issues like slow responses, conflicting information from different agents, or a lack of resolution for product problems. A few other people also felt that certain products, such as a "weatherproof" saddle pack, did not meet expectations for water resistance, and some found the down jackets to lose their warmth after washing.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been nothing but impressed by my Sonder Camino bike – that's an Alpkit brand for anyone who doesn't know. Not to mention the helpful Alpkit customer service team who guided me to my purc... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been using Alpkit for years & they never disappoint. If there's ever an issue or problem - stuff happens! - the staff online and at the nearest shop (Edinburgh) always do their best to sort it out. Le... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I find Alpkit to be one of the best outdoor retailers around. I have bought many items over the years from clothing to camping equipment. Their products are of a high quality, do the job they are ma... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I carelessly damaged a component on my Sonder bike while doing some basic maintenance. Checked Alpkit website and these parts not shown. Looked around the market and could not find elsewhere with th... See more

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Since day one in 2004, Alpkit has always tried to do business the right way. They're advocates of the highest ethical standards and have always chosen the most environmentally preferable method of production. Alpkit make affordable mountain gear without compromise to performance or sustainability. Their design ethos is set in stone: to make Gear You Love For Longer, the gear you use year after year and form a lifelong relationship. They take full responsibility for the impact of their business on society and the environment, improving all the time and making theirs a business that they can be proud of for all time. Alpkit gives 1% of sales and at least 10% of their profits to charity, via their Alpkit Foundation, which gives direct awards to grassroots projects that help people get outside.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful bag repair

I asked Alpkit Bristol if they could repair a couple of bags for me. Laura was really helpful and accommodating, and did the repairs quickly.
Unfortunately, I never got to find out how good the repairs were (although I have every confidence they were excellent) as DPD managed to lose the parcel being sent back to me.
Ash was then super helpful in arranging a refund without any fuss.

June 9, 2025
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Hi Theo

So sad that it went missing, but glad that we've been able to able to sort things to your satisfaction.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fab customer support

Great, speedy customer service and response time to iron out a pricing inconsistency issue.
Would have rather it hadn’t happened, however it was rectified positively and quickly - and on a Sunday morning, so all good!

June 29, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Sarah

Apologies for the pricing error, making sure everything is correct on a website is a bit like painting the Forth Bridge there is always something.

Thank you the review and were happy that we able to rectify quickly.

Best Regards


Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional service, for damaged brewkit

I've had a brewkit for many years and I've always thought it was a great piece of kit but then I turned it on without any water in the pot, the powerful flame actually melted a hole in the bottom of the pot! I got in touch with alpkit and Brendan was brilliant, he worked out that it was an older style design but still managed to locate a replacement pot which I bought for a great price. What exceptional service!

June 21, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Nick

Thanks for the review. Things happen and where we can help and get things back on the trail we are more than happy to go the extra mile.

Thanks for the shout out for Brendan, he'll appreciate that.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top quality products from a top quality…

Top quality products from a top quality team.

I've just purchased a beautiful pipedream 600 and have had the best customer experience from the team.

Will certainly buy again.

June 20, 2025
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Hi Issac

Thats a great review.

Thank you.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bespoke frame bag for cycletouring

The order was placed for a bespoke frame bag, for a bike 67 years old. All new to me, buying a bespoke bag, but Alpkit made it quite easy. I wasn't sure what they meant by the webbing strap being around the bag, but I asked a friend who had a couple of examples to show me. Then it became obvious that was the better option (and as recommended by Alpkit anyway, to be fair). The range of colours was amazing and I produced a bag design which matched the light blue frame, white lug-lining and light brown handlebar tape superbly. The red interior lining gives the bag a very classy look. The bag was so well made that it fitted in the frame and stayed there before I had even put any straps on to hold it in place. I could not be happier with any aspect of the bag, it looks brilliant and is a very neat solution to my old bike problem. They don't guarantee a fast service, but I received my bag within 17days of ordering, and posting the cardboard template they worked from (to produce the bag). They state that 2m of strapping velcro will be supplied, they actually supplied slightly more than that and it worked out perfect for my needs.

June 20, 2025
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Hi Jef

You can't beat a custom made stingray to make a bike sing. It can take a bit of time to get the right colour combo but once you do it can be something special.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant customer service

Just want to thank Alpkit and particularly Brendan from their team who sorted out a replacement swimming wetsuit for me in record time so that I can compete in an imminent open water swimming event. Everything sorted very efficiently and with prompt friendly email communication throughout. Great service. Thank you.
Stephen

June 19, 2025
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Hi Stephen

So glad we could help out, and thanks for the shout out. Good luck with the event.

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Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

None delivery and poor customer service.

Order was delivered to the wrong address. Alpkit customer service made the process of having a replacement sent unnecessarily difficult and time consuming - 3 calls, walking around the neighbourhood looking for a parcel and 2 emails later, we‘ll see if the order ever turns up. Maybe stick to Royal Mail if you want parcels delivered to the right address.

June 18, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Hugo

Sorry this didn't work out for you, we thought we were doing the right thing. The parcel was delivered incorrectly to local nursing home just a few doors down from you maybe less than 100m.

We'd always request the help of a customer if we think this the best way to get an item to you quickly but understand that if that is not possible, it's still our duty to send another item. No courier or delivery service is without fault and there is no national consistency what work in Manchester might not be good in Southhampton.

We located the parcel pretty quickly and i'm not aware of any delays in our emails to you. To be honest I thought we handled this pretty well.

Sorry that we didn't meet your expectations

Regards


Nick


MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Package was delayed to due to shipping…

Package was delayed to due to shipping company and Rachel in Alpkit customer services was brilliant and it was sorted within 24 hours.

June 12, 2025
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Hi Eleanor,

Thank you for the review! So glad we could help here, and bonus points for the shoutout for Rachel.

All the best,
Naomi

CS Assistant Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful as could be

Wanted to pre order something not yet back in stock along with a few other things but mostly the RIG 7 in Kelp colour.
RACHEL was AMAZING in helping out with this. I had to wait until about a month before the restock but I can't thank Rachel enough she was extremely helpful.....now just the wait till I get it and hit the wilderness and some earnt solitude and open air!

June 5, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Jared

Thanks for the review what a great way to finish the week. We really appreciate the SHOUTOUT for Rachel.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb service

Superb service. A year after buying a sleeping mat the valve wasn’t working properly. Alpkit happily exchanged it for a different model under their warranty. No questions, no fuss, just quick service. Can’t ask for more.

June 3, 2025
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Hi Wyn

Things can go wrong, so why makes the issue more complicated. Thanks for the review.

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Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super helpful, listens, technical knowledge

I purchased a Sonder Bike from the Ambleside Shop. Georgina was really helpful, really knew her stuff (I had no technical knowledge) and listened carefully to my biking needs (rather than trying to sell me something). Really patient too whilst I tested bikes and asked her a ton of questions. Very impressed and would highly recommend.

June 3, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Richard

Thanks for writing in, Georgia will so happy about your great comments. There has been a real change in the bike market, where so many more people want help to translate all the geeky stuff in to what it means to ride the bike. The number one thing is getting you a bike you'll enjoy doing the type of riding you love.

Sound like Georgia did just that.

Enjoy the trails.

Nick

MD /Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Customer Service

I ordered a new tent in a recent sale and after not receiving an email confirmation I contacted the team. Brendan from Alpkit responded quickly and got my order sent next day.

Small glitches like this are always going to happen with any company, but Alpkit excel above others by providing great customer service, responding quickly, and being empowered to resolve the issue.

May 28, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

HI Rob

Not everyone recognises that small glitches can happen so thank you highlighting this, no company does them deliberately but they test us everyday. It's how we deal with it that really matters and we have a fantastic team that are empowered to do that.

Thanks for the review.


Regards


Nick

MD / Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic company to deal with

Fantastic company to deal with. Great products and great value but also exceptional customer service. I ordered several products for my wife and I but I screwed up on applying a discount code at the online checkout and realised too late the mistake I made. I immediately contacted the Alpkit customer support team and Brendan fixed the issue straight away. Very responsive and impressive customer focus. I will definitely be using Alpkit again.

May 27, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Gavin

Thanks for the review. I'm glad we were able to sort things out so quickly for you, and thanks for the shout for Brendan.

Regards


Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service

Chairs were delayed due to stock issues. Good comms and when I realised the price had reduced in the period I was waiting for delivery, Brendan was happy to refund the difference, no questions asked.

May 12, 2025
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Hi Rob

Thanks of the review. We have simple approach we just try to treat people how we expect to be treated. I'm glad we could sort everything out for you.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

How all companies customer service should be like

I Had a technical question of which Brendan resolved instantly to my total satisfaction.
In todays world of shocking customer service this made such a plesant surprise.
I cannot recommend this company high enough....

May 23, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

HI Malcom

Thanks for taking the time and place a review, and it was great to get a shout out for Brendan.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing customer support!

I purchased a bike pack from Alpkit 2 years ago but not been able to use it due to injury until now. I could not work out how to attach it to my saddle so i contacted Alpkit to explain the situation, and without hesitation they identified the issue and have resolved it by sending a new part within 24 hours. How amazing is that??? thank you!!!

May 22, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

HI BR

Thanks for the review, our world is stuck together with nails, glue, tape and BOLTS. What would we do without them.

So glad that we could help out and even more so to see you back in the saddle.

Enoy those trails.


Cheers


Nick


MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Outdoor Kit with Even Better Service

Great outdoor gear and fantastic online customer service. My order arrived quickly, and the team was super helpful when I had a question. Really impressed—will definitely use Alpkit again.

May 15, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Matthew

Thank you so much for the 5 star review.

It's lovely for team when they see comments like this. It's a reminder of why we do, what we do.

Regards

Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class customer service…

Wanted to pen a quick line to say how appreciative I am of the Alpkit support team - genuinely my best experience of customer service for as long as I can remember…. I arranged a return through Alpkit’s Royal Mail collect service which went zinging away with Royal Mail only to be followed up later in the day by a Royal Mail email saying the collection had failed and the return cancelled! Brendan in the customer service team immediately took ownership of the problem rather than sending me back to Royal Mail and sorted the whole thing out with maximum reassurance and no fuss. Not only that but the phone was answered pretty much straight away and Brendan followed up over email in a similarly super-efficient way. If only all customer service experiences were like this!

May 15, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi A Haynes

Thanks for taking the time to place a review, much appreciated as is the shout out for Brenden.

Regards


Nick

MD / Co Founder

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding customer service

I purchased a water bladder from Alpkit back in December. It recently started leaking but the o ring seal was replaced by Alpkit within 48 hours at no cost. Outstanding customer service!

May 16, 2025
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Reply from Alpkit

Hi Kat

It's the simplest of things that can go wrong and sometimes the simplest of things that can but it right. Really glad we could sort that out so quickly for you.

Regards

Nick

MD / Co Founder

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