The Explorers Club Outfitters

Our Rugby Shirts are inspired by the ones that rock climbers and mountaineers used in the 1970s, prior to the sport’s popularity. Climbers would often use army surplus and thrift stores to supply expeditions.

The most iconic garment of this era was the Rugby Shirt. Made from a rugged, sturdy cotton, these classic, long-sleeved shirts protected climbers from the elements. Its collar specifically provided much-needed protection from metal climbing gear such as clamps, allowing them to rest more comfortably on the neck.

These rugby shirts feature 100% heavyweight cotton, rubber buttons, and a relaxed fit, prominent in early, 1970s samples. A discreet Explorers Club embroidery is placed on the left arm, for your expedition team to notice when summiting El Capitan. Available here in ivory with red and navy stripes, as a compliment to our Club Flag.

Limited supply. Made in Canada, in collaboration with Barbarian Sportswear. Barbarian, founded in 1981, manufactures garments and knits their own locally. Barbarian uses dozens of suppliers from all over North America, including the use of the world’s highest grade cotton grown in the US.

Our Diner Mug, featuring a vintage 1957 Explorers Club Annual Dinner hand drawn design. Made in the USA by Homer Laughlin, founded on the banks of the Ohio River in 1871. Available in 9 oz. (medium) and 13 oz. (large) capacities. 

This mug has a fully vitrified construction that will not absorb odors or moisture. It's perfect for servings of hot coffee or tea (or Explorers Club scotch!) and has excellent heat retentive properties. Featuring a high-fired, lead-free glaze, it has a glossy finish but maintains chip-resistant durability.

13 oz. Top Diameter: 3 3/4" / 9 oz. Top Diameter: 3 1/4"

For more than a century, The Explorers Club has been the meeting place for some of the most daring adventurers on the planet. As Told At The Explorers Club: More Than Fifty Gripping Tales Of Adventure will take you to all corners of the globe, showcasing personal accounts of some of history's most intrepid explorers.

From Amundsen to Lindbergh, from the Arctic to Antarctica, and all points in between, these are some of the most hair-raising journeys ever made, all selected by the late George Plimpton, a Member of The Explorers Club himself.

This updated edition includes a new foreword by Richard Wiese, the 44th President of The Explorers Club, and an all-new photo insert that takes readers inside the exclusive club and its world-famous archives. Edited and with an introduction by George Plimpton. Paperback, 480 pages.

Our Rugby Shirts are inspired by the ones that rock climbers and mountaineers used in the 1970s, prior to the sport’s popularity. Climbers would often use army surplus and thrift stores to supply expeditions. 

• Signature ribbed stretch side panels
• Soft, brushed interior
• Ribbed crew neck, cuffs and waistband
• Double-needle construction throughout

Available in sizes S-2XL. Please note that finished measurements are in inches. Chest is measured 1" under the arms, and the body length is measured from center of the back neck seam straight down to back bottom hem.

S: Chest 45.5" / Body Length 27"
M: Chest 49.5" / Body Length 28"
L: Chest 53.5" / Body Length 29"
XL: Chest 57.5" / Body Length 30"
2XL: Chest 61.5" / Body Length 31"

Our 3-Pack Field Notebook Set. Designed for easy, portable use on expedition. 

These notebooks are made with 30 sheets -- 60 pages -- of ruled, recycled white paper, and are stitch bound, providing extra durability and ensuring long-lasting use while traveling. Tucks away easily for storage in desk drawers, purses, rucksacks, or Land Rover glove compartments!

Includes 3 notebooks. Only available in a kraft pulp colorway, featuring archival hand-drawn Explorers Club artwork in black ink. Size is 7" x 5" x 1/8".

Our classic twill baseball cap. This one has been around for ages! Twill with waving flag embroidery, and "The Explorers Club" above its adjustable back. Navy Blue. One size fits all.