AUCKLAND, Today: Mons Royale’s latest clothing line is making waves, earning global recognition with two major international awards.
Designed for mountain bikers, the Diversion Bike Capsule is now available in New Zealand and worldwide. The range includes jerseys, trail shorts, pants, and jackets—each built for performance and comfort on the trails.
Two key pieces, the Diversion Merino Trail Pant and Diversion Merino Wind Jacket, have debuted to critical acclaim, winning their categories at the prestigious ISPO Awards. Known as the gold standard in the apparel industry, the awards recognise products that push boundaries in performance, sustainability, and design.
Both pieces impressed the ISPO jury, standing out for their innovation and functionality. “We are incredibly proud to receive these ISPO Awards,” said Hannah Acland, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Mons Royale.
“The Diversion Bike Capsule was designed to keep riders pushing further, it’s every mountain biker’s dream gear and we’re thrilled to see it recognised on the world stage.
“This line has just been launched in New Zealand and around the world and we’re looking forward to seeing it in action.”
“The Diversion Bike Capsule was designed to keep riders pushing further, it’s every mountain biker’s dream gear and we’re thrilled to see it recognised on the world stage.” – Hannah Acland
Each item in the collection is crafted from Mons Royale’s signature merino wool, offering natural stretch, breathability, and temperature regulation to keep riders comfortable in any conditions.
The awards come at a busy time for the brand. Alongside its product innovations, Mons Royale has expanded globally, opening a retail store in Whistler, British Columbia.
“With our new store in Whistler, we’re deepening our connection with the mountain biking and snowsports community in one of the most iconic outdoor destinations on the planet,” said Acland.
“It’s an exciting time for the brand as we continue to innovate, expand, and share the performance benefits of merino wool with athletes and adventurers everywhere.”
About the Diversion Bike Capsule
Built to keep riders on the trail longer, the Diversion Bike Capsule harnesses merino wool’s natural properties to create lightweight, breathable, and durable gear that adapts to any conditions.
- Diversion Merino Trail Pant – Designed for durability and comfort, these pants move with the rider, regulate temperature, wick moisture, and resist odour for peak performance
- Diversion Merino Wind Jacket – A lightweight shell for long rides and unpredictable weather, featuring Merino Shift material and 100% recycled Pertex Quantum panels for wind resistance and breathability
Founded in 2009, Mons Royale is based in Wānaka, New Zealand.
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