Italian outdoor footwear brand known for its technical mountaineering boots and craft-focused approach to alpine performance.
ORIGIN
Italy
PRICE TIER
premium
Founded in 1971 by Giovanni Bittante in Montebelluna, Italy, Kayland is a specialized outdoor footwear brand rooted in high-altitude mountaineering and alpine exploration. Bittante, a skilled technical shoemaker, established the brand with a focus on foot anatomy and advanced dynamics, creating boots designed to withstand extreme mountain conditions. In 2013, Kayland became part of the M.G.M. S.p.A. group, further cementing its position in the global outdoor market while maintaining its heritage of Italian craftsmanship.