The Full Story
Who are we
Kia ora!
We’re Jamie and Fletcher a couple of outdoor lovers, climbers, dog parents, and the faces behind Ratuski.
Jamie is a vet nurse with a huge heart for animals, and Fletcher is an outdoor instructor working with youth to explore and care for Aotearoa’s wild spaces. Our pup Kiwi (the little ginger star of our homepage) is always along for the ride. Ratuski began with one old climbing rope.
Jamie turned it into a lead for Kiwi, and after a few compliments and a lightbulb moment, we started upcycling ropes into gear that’s useful, sustainable, and good looking too.
A portion of every sale goes to local charities, and we’re excited to keep growing with dog leads just the beginning.
Thanks for supporting Ratuski and helping us create a cleaner, greener Aotearoa.
Our Mission
At Ratuski, we’re on a mission to create sustainable, high quality products while supporting our local community. Our journey begins with crafting dog leads from retired climbing gear specifically, climbing ropes that have reached the end of their climbing life. Each lead we produce carries the spirit of adventure, and we’re proud to give these materials a new purpose.
But our commitment doesn’t stop at sustainability. With every sale, we donate a percentage to vital community initiatives, including the Golden Bay Re-bolting Fund, support for pets in need, and local environmental restoration projects. We believe in giving back to the places we love and the people who share our passions.
Looking ahead, Ratuski aspires to expand our offerings to include climbing and pet apparel and gear, catering to adventurous spirits of all sizes. Our goal is to create a supportive community of like minded individuals dedicated to caring for the world around us.
We’re excited to connect with you! If you have questions, ideas, or just want to share your own adventures, don’t hesitate to reach out.
