Sustainable bags & backpacks made from canvas and kites

We transform used kites and old sails into sustainable bags and backpacks made from upcycled sailcloth - each product is one-of-a-kind, saves valuable material, and creates fair-trade jobs for survivors of exploitation.

  • 55,000+ hours of safe, fair work in accordance with Fair Trade standards
  • 23,000+ m² of salvaged kite and sailing gear
  • 70,000+ products – each one a one-of-a-kind handmade item

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KitePride is more than just a bag brand - it’s a movement for second chances. KitePride is a nonprofit fashion brand with a social and eco-friendly mission. Since 2017, we’ve been designing and producing high-quality bags made from upcycled materials.

At our partner production facilities, we create unique laptop backpacks, laptop sleeves, shoulder bags, pouches, and packing cubes from high-quality recycled materials. With every product you purchase, you help save valuable materials from the landfill and support safe, fair jobs for people facing adversity.

Fast, carbon-neutral worldwide delivery.
Fast, carbon-neutral worldwide delivery.

Delivery time: approx. 2–7 working days in Europe (depending on customs clearance outside Switzerland).

14-day return policy.
14-day return policy.

Items must be returned in perfect condition and in their original packaging.

2-year warranty on all products.
2-year warranty on all products.

Quality you can rely on.

Secure payment using all standard methods.
Secure payment using all standard methods.

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Our mission – turning used kites into the future

KitePride stands for dignity, inclusion and a fresh start. We create fair and safe jobs for people who are escaping exploitation, human trafficking or difficult life circumstances, giving them new prospects. The products are created in collaboration with social production partners in South Africa, Romania and the Netherlands, who specifically support disadvantaged people such as women in difficult situations, survivors of human trafficking, or people with experience of displacement and migration. End-of-life materials are transformed into high-quality products – each piece represents change, self-determination and genuine social impact.

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58,247

Hours of safe, fair work while ensuring fair trade practices.

23,778

Square meters of salvaged Kites and Sails into sustainable alternatives.

72,451

One of a kind bags and accessories sewn from Kites

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Our materials: kitesurfing kites & wings, sailcloth, parachutes, tent canvas, hot air balloons

We use sustainable textiles that are built to withstand heavy use. The fabrics used in our bags are certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and are made from traceable recycled materials – including waste recovered from the sea – which helps to reduce pollution in our vast blue oceans.

Kites & wings
Kites & wings

KitePride uses kites and wings because they are designed to withstand heavy loads, wind and movement – which is precisely what makes them an ideal raw material for new products. Instead of ending up as waste, these materials bring their robustness, lightness and visible history to every single unique piece.

  • Originally manufactured for extreme wind conditions.
  • Lightweight, durable and dimensionally stable.
  • Every kite has its own story and structure.
  • Perfect for products with a sporty, dynamic look.
Sailcloth
Sailcloth

Sailcloth is particularly valuable to KitePride because it is designed for durability, weather resistance and stability. A material that had to deliver top performance on the water is transformed into handmade products with clean lines and a high-quality feel.

  • Developed for continuous use in sailing.
  • Weather-resistant and exceptionally durable.
  • Gives products a technical, maritime aesthetic.
  • Ideal for high-quality, durable everyday products.
Parachutes
Parachutes

KitePride uses parachutes because they were built for safety, lightness and reliability – qualities that remain intact in their new application. The material offers a distinctive feel and strong symbolism: something that once stood for protection is transformed into something new and meaningful.

  • Designed for maximum reliability and lightness.
  • Robust despite its thin material.
  • Each piece is unique in colour and texture.
  • Combines functionality with a powerful story.
Tent Canvas
Tent Canvas

KitePride uses recycled tent materials made from ocean plastic waste to help reduce marine pollution while creating functional, sustainable products. These materials combine environmental responsibility with high performance.

  • GRS-certified recycled material
  • Made from recovered and traceable ocean plastic
  • Durable, lightweight, and waterproof
    Designed for demanding outdoor conditions
  • Sustainable alternative to virgin synthetic materials
Hot Air Balloons
Hot Air Balloons

KitePride integrates recycled hot air balloon fabric into its products to create sustainable, colorful designs that carry stories of adventure and freedom. These materials combine performance with a unique aesthetic and tactile experience.

  • Developed for extreme weather conditions
  • Lightweight, strong, and long-lasting
    Unique colors, patterns, and history in every piece
  • Upcycled material with strong visual identity
  • Combines functionality with adventure-driven design

Why KitePride?

Unique bags

Every piece is one of a kind, with its own story

Fair working conditions

secure jobs for survivors of exploitation

Sustainability

Valuable materials saved, long-lasting quality

Swiss label

rooted in Bern, worn worldwide

Durable quality

water-repellent, tear-resistant, lightweight and practical

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Do you have any questions about our sustainable bags, delivery or the Kite Donation Programme? We’re here to help.

Our Base

Glowbalact Association, Parkterrasse 10, 3012 Bern, Switzerland

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Mon - Thur 09:00-16:00


+41 79 848 36 12

Sun - Thur 08:30-15:30


+972-54-7050560

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info@kitepride.com