About GramJakt - Function without compromise

GramJakt is a Swedish brand for ultralight outdoor equipment based in Umeå, Sweden.
All design, development and testing is led from here, with one clear principle:
every gram should have a purpose.

We develop equipment for long days and long nights outdoors. Products that should work reliably over time, in demanding environments and far from simple solutions.

Our products are shaped in Umeå through design, prototyping, and careful refinement. They are tested during longer tours and hikes in the Swedish mountains, where details, durability, and function are put to the test. We iterate consistently - removing what's not needed, strengthening what's important, and balancing weight, performance, and longevity.

In our early years, we produced locally in Sweden and later in the EU. As our ambitions grew, we made a conscious decision to focus fully on what we do best: design, testing, and product development.

To achieve the highest possible quality on a larger scale, we now work with a small number of carefully selected production partners - specialists who can meet our uncompromising standards of craftsmanship, material selection, and ethical production methods. These partnerships enable us to use the best materials and advanced designs on the market without compromising quality.

Our production costs are high - deliberately so.
We do not compete by lowering standards.

Traditional brands are often built around multiple layers of distribution and organizational structures—such as distributors, retailers, external investors, and large marketing organizations. Each layer adds cost, complexity, and often a greater distance between product development and the end user.

We have chosen a different path.

Through direct-to-consumer sales, a deliberately streamlined organization, and full control over our offering, we can focus our resources where they make the greatest difference: research, materials, construction, and long-term performance—rather than intermediaries and unnecessary overhead.

Everything we do is based in Umeå, Sweden - from initial idea to finished product.

Designed with intention.
Tested in the mountains.
Built to last.





Who are Gramjakt:

Kenneth Shaw

Design & production

Kenneth Shaw is responsible for the design and production of Backpackinglight.se, Skalmo and GramJakt. He is a passionate outdoorsman with an uncompromising focus on function, weight and durability. Kenneth drives the product development from the first sketch to the finished product and participates in extensive field tests, where the products are used during longer trips to ensure that every detail works in practice and lasts over time.

Marcus Falck

Marketing & Administration

Marcus Falck is responsible for marketing and administration within Backpackinglight.se, Skalmo and GramJakt. As an active outdoorsman himself, he is deeply involved in product evaluation and testing in real environments. With a focus on clear communication, structure and long-term brand building, Marcus works to convey the actual performance of the products and create a close, honest relationship with customers.

Jossan

Orders, prototypes & logistics

Jossan is responsible for picking and packing all orders with care and attention. She is also an important part of product development, helping to sew and finalize prototypes during the development process. Through her work, she ensures that both products and processes maintain the same high standards - from the first prototype to delivery to the customer.


Ola

Customer service

Ola is our customer service legend and the one who answers all the questions, emails and phone calls that come in. With deep product knowledge, patience and a genuine commitment, he ensures that every customer receives fast, clear and personalized help. For many customers, Ola is the first contact with GramJakt, Skalmo and Backpackinglight.se - and often the one who makes the difference.