What Ocún services does

Ocún services (legally RP Climbing s.r.o.) is a Czech Republic-based manufacturer of climbing equipment and apparel, founded by Pavel Hendrych with the brand established in 1998 and tracing product development back to 1988. The company operates from a headquarters in Mnichovo Hradiště and runs its own production facilities in Polička, where it manufactures climbing shoes, harnesses, ropes, crash pads, quickdraws, carabiners, helmets, belay devices, via ferrata equipment, and a climbing apparel line. Underlying the product line is a portfolio of proprietary, patent-protected technologies: the FTS (Foam Tube Suspension) system for crash pads, the 3 Force System for climbing shoes, WeBee 3D Foam for harnesses, the Movable Waist System, CAT rubber compounds (CAT 1.5 and CAT 1.1) for outsoles, and Bio-based Dyneema slings. The company also operates a Rock Pillars sub-brand for climbing shoes and a Twist Tech harness line that includes a sustainability-focused variant (Twist Tech Eco, 82% recycled and bio-based materials; ISPO Award 2023). All hardware carries CE, EN, and UIAA safety certifications, and the firm holds ISO 9001 quality management certification, indicating compliance with safety-critical product regulation in the EU.

Ocún generates revenue through B2B sales to a global dealer network (with a dedicated sales.ocun.com B2B portal) and through climbing-gym channel partners such as Vertical'Art and Boulder Point. Go-to-market combines dealer distribution, an e-commerce storefront, event sponsorships (Ocún Test Tour Grip Fest, Tout a Bloc, Psicobloc Montreal), and a community-led ambassador program featuring professional climbers worldwide who validate and promote the equipment. Pricing is managed through the dealer network rather than via published consumer pricing. Customers span individual climbers across all disciplines (bouldering, sport, trad, multi-pitch, via ferrata, indoor), climbing-gym operators procuring equipment and merchandise, and specialty outdoor retailers such as Hanibal and Chullanka.

The business model is a vertically integrated hardware manufacturer with no disclosed parent company, no subsidiaries, no venture capital backing, and no M&A activity on record. The company employs approximately 220 people (within the 101-250 reported band) and is actively hiring across logistics, production, product management, and marketing. Sustainability has become a stated strategic pillar: the company reports a 22% year-over-year reduction in carbon footprint (2024 to 2025) and has invested in bio-based and recycled materials, supported in part by co-funding from the European Regional Development Fund.

Name

Ocún services

Legal name

Ocún services

Website

https://www.ocun.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ocún services produce equipment that provides the best climbing experience.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Climbing Equipment & Outdoor Gear

NAICS

Sporting Goods Retailers (45911), Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Climbing & Mountaineering Gear Retail (CRAMAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Camping, Hiking & Climbing Specialty Retail (CRAMABAM), Bag & Accessory Components/Hardware (Straps, Buckles, Zippers) (CRAAAJAJ), Hiking & Trail Accessories Retail (CRAMAAAD)

Keywords

• Climbing equipment
• Climbing shoes
• Climbing harnesses
• Via ferrata gear
• Outdoor apparel

Headquarters

HQ city

Mnichovo Hradiste

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Climbing equipment and apparel B2B/B2C sales: Ocún generates revenue through the sale of climbing gear (shoes, harnesses, ropes, bouldermattresses, quickdraws, carabiners, helmets, belay devices, via ferrata equipment, accessories) and climbing apparel (pants, T-shirts, jackets). Products are sold through a global dealer network (B2B) and directly to consumers through dealer stores.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ocún designs, manufactures, and sells a full range of climbing equipment and outdoor apparel under the Ocún and Rock Pillars brands, including climbing shoes, harnesses, ropes, bouldering crash pads, quickdraws, carabiners, helmets, belay devices, via ferrata sets, and climbing apparel. Products are produced in the company's own manufacturing facilities in Polička, Czech Republic, and distributed globally through specialty climbing retailers, climbing gyms, and a dedicated B2B dealer portal.

Product overview

Ocún is a Czech Republic-based climbing gear manufacturer (operated by RP Climbing s.r.o.) producing a comprehensive range of climbing equipment. The product portfolio includes multiple categories: climbing shoes (JETT family, Bullit, Havoc, Ribbit, Diamond), harnesses (Twist Tech Eco, Twist, Levit, Levit Lady, and children's variants), ropes, crash pads (Dominator with FTS system), helmets (Shard), belay devices (BOW assisted braking device), quickdraws and carabiners (Raven family), climbing apparel (pants, shorts, t-shirts, jumpers), and accessories (crack gloves, chalk). The company is known for innovative technologies including CAT rubber soles, Bio-based Dyneema materials, FTS foam suspension, and sustainable eco-friendly product lines. Products serve climbing disciplines including bouldering, sport climbing, traditional/multi-pitch climbing, via ferrata, and indoor climbing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rock Pillars: Climbing shoe brand established in 1994, featuring models like Ozone, Totem, and Batman with technologies including 3 Force system and CAT rubber.
• Twist Tech
• Jett
• Raven
• Dominator
• BOW
• Tsunami ECO
• Shard
• Levit

Products and services

• JETT S climbing shoe Bouldering climbing shoe with split sole construction for flexibility, velcro closure, and mid-asymmetry shape for technical and dynamic bouldering.
• JETT QC climbing shoe Sport climbing shoe emphasizing comfort and performance with CAT 1.5 rubber and vegan-friendly materials.
• Bullit climbing shoe Bouldering shoe with asymmetric last designed for grip on structures, excellent edging, and precise fit.
• Havoc climbing shoe Versatile climbing shoe balancing precision on small holds with stability on structures and comfort.
• RIBBIT children's climbing shoe Children's climbing shoe with seamless heel, velcro closure, and dual-size construction for growing feet.
• Diamond S HV climbing shoe High-volume version of Diamond S climbing shoe with wider fit and higher toe box volume, maintaining aggressive performance characteristics.
• Twist Tech Eco climbing harness Climbing harness made from 82% recycled and bio-based materials, featuring the Movable Waist System and awarded the ISPO Award 2023.
• Twist Tech Eco Lady climbing harness Women's version of the Twist Tech Eco harness with ergonomic cut designed for female anatomy.
• Levit climbing harness All-round climbing harness with 3-way load distribution, Cordura construction, and three-buckle adjustment system.
• Levit Lady climbing harness Women's climbing harness with ergonomic design specifically tailored for female body shape.
• Twist climbing harness Lightweight all-round climbing harness with 3 slide-lock buckles, sliding waist, and sandwich construction.
• Dominator bouldering crash pad Bouldering crash pad with patented FTS (Foam Tube Suspension) system using vertical foam tubes for consistent impact absorption and extended product lifespan.
• Shard climbing helmet Lightweight climbing and alpinism helmet meeting EN 12492 and UIAA 106 standards with large ventilation holes.
• BOW assisted braking belay device Assisted braking belay device weighing 73g, suitable for ropes 8.5–11mm, designed for gym and sport climbing.
• Raven QD ZOOM quickdraws Quickdraws with large ergonomic carabiners and wide slings, designed for smooth handling, balanced construction, and reliable sport climbing performance.
• Quickdraw Ring Bio-Dyn quickdraws Very lightweight quickdraw with Bio-based Dyneema, 25 kN strength, available in 10cm, 15cm, and 20cm lengths, designed for long routes and alpine climbing.
• Raven Steel carabiner Modern ergonomic steel carabiner designed for maximum durability and easy clipping at indoor climbing walls.
• Raven Steel Gym quickdraw Robust gym quickdraw with Quicklink Fix preventing cross-loading and reducing noise, designed for climbing gyms.
• Raven carabiners (Screw, Straight, Bent) Raven family of carabiners (screwgate, straight gate, bent gate) with keylock systems, ergonomic handling, and reliable performance for sport climbing.
• Captur Lite via ferrata lanyard Lightweight via ferrata lanyard with EN 958:2024 certification, tested for users weighing 40–120kg.
• Crack Gloves Lite Crack climbing gloves with CAT 1.5 rubber coating offering high sensitivity and grip on cracks.
• Hot & Cool Chalk Chalk products designed for specific temperature conditions: Hot Chalk with finer texture for warm conditions, Cool Chalk with coarser texture for cold conditions below 10°C.
• Jaws climbing pants Ergonomic climbing pants designed for all-day comfort with stretchy and breathable fabric.
• Mánia Shorty climbing shorts Lightweight climbing shorts with ultra-stretchy and breathable quick-drying material.
• Kimo T climbing t-shirt Soft and comfortable cotton climbing t-shirt for climbing and everyday wear.
• Tsunami ECO down jacket Men's lightweight down jacket for climbing made from recycled materials.
• Kestrel QD ST-Sling Dyn quickdraw Quickdraw with adjustable-length Single Tech Dyneema sling, designed to be lightweight and adaptable for alpine climbing.
• Tie-in Sling Ultralight connector sling for easy and quick attachment of a sit harness to a chest harness.
• SBEA Lanyard Self-belay energy-absorption (SBEA) lanyard made from dynamic rope, designed for safe belaying.
• Climbing Ropes Climbing ropes with zero sheath glide, low impact force, and PFC-free water-repellent surface treatment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Twist Tech Eco harness is made from 82% recycled and bio-based materials
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Vertical'ArtminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench climbing gym chain partnership where Ocún climbing shoes and accessories are available for purchase in Vertical'Art facilities.
• HanibalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCzech outdoor equipment retailer. Hanibal is a partner where Ocún products are sold.
• ChullankaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench outdoor specialist retailer where Ocún climbing products are sold.
• Boulder PointminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBouldering center in the Liberec region, Czech Republic, listed as a partner. Largest bouldering center in the region.
• Psicobloc MontrealminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOcún was an official partner of Psicobloc Montreal 2024, a deep water solo climbing competition held in Montreal, Canada. The event features uncontrolled falls from up to 16m above water level.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Black Diamond Equipment: Global climbing and mountain sports equipment manufacturer offering carabiners, harnesses, helmets, quickdraws, belay devices, and crash pads. Directly comparable product portfolio, distribution through specialty retailers, and competitive positioning in climbing hardware categories where Ocún also competes.
• Petzl: French manufacturer of climbing equipment including harnesses, helmets, belay devices, quickdraws, and headlamps. Overlaps directly with Ocún across nearly every climbing hardware category and is a leading safety-certified competitor with global distribution.
• La Sportiva: Italian climbing and mountaineering shoe manufacturer with a globally recognized brand in climbing footwear. Directly competes with Ocún's Jett, Bullit, Havoc, and Diamond climbing shoe lines across bouldering, sport, and multi-pitch disciplines.
• Edelrid: German manufacturer of climbing ropes, harnesses, carabiners, quickdraws, and via ferrata equipment. Comparable in product breadth, European manufacturing heritage, and focus on safety-certified climbing hardware with strong sustainability messaging.
• Scarpa: Italian climbing and mountaineering footwear manufacturer. Directly competes with Ocún's climbing shoe portfolio across technical, bouldering, and approach categories with strong global brand recognition.
• Camp: Italian climbing and mountaineering hardware manufacturer producing carabiners, harnesses, helmets, belay devices, and crampons. Direct product overlap with Ocún's hardware categories and similar positioning around climbing-specific, safety-certified gear.
• Beal: French climbing rope and sling specialist with strong sustainability credentials (recycled ropes). Comparable as a European climbing equipment manufacturer focused on certified safety gear with shared emphasis on eco-friendly product lines.
• Evolv: US-based climbing shoe manufacturer offering bouldering, sport, and all-day climbing shoes. Directly competes with Ocún's shoe lines (JETT, Bullit, Havoc) with similar emphasis on rubber compound technology and performance fit.

Broad incumbents

• Mammut: Swiss outdoor brand with broad portfolio including climbing hardware, apparel, footwear, and mountain sports gear. Larger incumbent that competes with Ocún across climbing harnesses, ropes, apparel, and via ferrata categories as part of a much wider assortment.
• Five Ten (Adidas): Climbing shoe brand owned by Adidas with dominant position in climbing footwear. Competes with Ocún in the climbing shoe category with much greater marketing and distribution scale through the parent brand's global sports retail relationships.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/ocun.climbing
• Xx.com/ocun_climbing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rp-climbing-s-r-o

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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