Born in France. Built in China. Made for the World.

Headquartered in Xiamen, China, ESSE Outdoor was founded by a French entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the outdoor industry. Fluent in four languages and a long-time resident of China, our founder blends European design culture with the speed, scale, and precision of Chinese production.

With a multicultural team in our Xiamen office and trusted quality control partners across China, we develop, test, and deliver gear that performs in real-world conditions — and speaks to international markets.

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Built in Xiamen. Trusted Across the Globe.

From alpine passes to Pacific coastlines, from the calm of Scandinavian forests to the heat of desert trails our gear is out there, proving itself.

Every destination on this map is more than a pin. It’s a partnership built on quality, performance, and the freedom to explore without compromise.

Wherever adventure leads, Esse is already part of the journey.

Your City Could Be Next

We already partner with brands across 3 continents. Let’s talk and see how we can help grow your market and put your city on the map.

Behind Every Product, There’s a Process Worth Seeing

From idea to inspection, every detail matters. Discover how we design, test and protect your product. At Esse Outdoor, we don’t just move goods, we design, test, and deliver with purpose. Every detail is crafted to protect your product and your brand, from the drawing board to the final shipment.

Product Development

From initial sketches to custom molds we develop everything in house with local and international designers.

Live Quality Control

Our inspectors stream live from the factory floor and deliver PSI reports within 48 hours.

Real-World Testing

We simulate wind, pressure, and weather because the real world doesn’t forgive mistakes.

Packaging & Logistics

We plan partial or full shipments, manage warehousing, and ensure every product leaves our facility clean, protected, and ready for global delivery.

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Why choose us

Modern approach & sustainable results

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Over 15 years of experience says a lot and we invest all our acquired knowledge in new innovative solutions, new products every month and we want to keep up with the times and bring new world trends.

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We have a lot of completed projects, many patented new products and we always want to go one step further and push the boundaries of what is innovative and possible.

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We can always say that we are good, that we are the best, but all this gains value only when satisfied clients and successful long-term cooperation confirm it. We are proud of all our clients.

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In the last few years, we have increased our production capacity more than 4x. Successful cooperation with more than 40 suppliers. Successful active global delivery on time.

Our amazing work that we are proud of

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Quick Answers to Key Questions

Esse Outdoor is a direct manufacturer. We invest heavily in product design, mold development, tooling, and patent protection. Unlike resellers, we don’t just pick from a factory shelf—we develop our own outdoor gear from scratch in collaboration with international and local designers.

Yes, we have our own experienced QC team across three major production provinces in China. Every shipment goes through pre-shipment inspections, and clients receive detailed reports within 24–48 hours.

Our gear is not off-the-shelf. We develop products from concept to execution, invest in exclusive designs and molds, and focus on durability, usability, and premium aesthetics. Many of our items are patented and tailored for long-term use, not quick turnover.