Give new life into your well-worn Keela gear with our Second Life service. Whether it’s a jacket you’ve had for years or kit that’s no longer in use, we can repurpose it into something practical - like a custom bag or accessory - right here in our UK factory.

old kit, new use
As part of our commitment to sustainability and long-lasting design, our team recently transformed a 10-year-old Prosport jacket into something new - a custom drawstring kit bag. The jacket had seen years of use, and rather than retiring it to the back of a cupboard, the owner wanted to give it a practical second life.
Our production team carefully repurposed the fabric and managed to retain all three of the jacket’s original pockets. The end result? A bespoke, functional bag with years of life still ahead of it.

what is second life?
Second Life is a branch of our Legacy Project - our initiative focused on extending the life of outdoor gear and reducing waste. Through Second Life, you can send your old Keela kit back to us for repurposing, and we’ll turn it into something new and useful. From bags to accessories, each item is given a fresh purpose by our team in Scotland.
Prefer to get hands-on? We also offer open-source guides, patterns, and videos so you can try remaking your gear at home. Whether you’re giving an old waterproof jacket a new use or learning more about repair and reuse, Second Life helps make sustainable choices simple.
Interested in repurposing your old Keela gear? Get in touch with us at enquiries@keela.co.uk or send us a message on social media - we’d love to hear your ideas!
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