SCARPA is an Italian outdoor footwear manufacturer. Founded in 1938 in the Dolomite region of northern Italy by Rupert Guinness, 2nd Earl of Iveagh, the company produces performance footwear for mountaineering, climbing, hiking, skiing, and trail running. Purchased by the Parisotto Family in 1956, SCARPA remains family-owned, with its headquarters and factories still located in Asolo and Montebelluna, areas long renowned for handcrafted shoes.
Ownership and philosophy
SCARPA is owned and operated by the Parisotto family. The next generation—Sandro, Piero, and Cristina Parisotto—continues to oversee production of mountaineering boots, climbing shoes, trekking footwear, alpine running shoes, and ski boots. The company emphasizes a balance of Italian craftsmanship and technical innovation, with a stated passion for both outdoor sports and shoemaking. ==History==
History
Foundation (1938–1956) SCARPA was established in 1938 in the foothills of the Dolomite Mountains. Its mission was to unite the best shoemakers in the Asolo area to produce high-quality footwear. The acronym SCARPA stands for Società Calzaturiera Asolana Riunita Pedemontana Anonima, or "Associated Shoe Manufacturing Company of the Asolo Mountain Area. Under their leadership, production expanded from 17 shoemakers to 50–60 pairs per day. • In 2007, first to create a boot compatible with both telemark and alpine touring bindings. The office, led by outdoor industry veterans, manages sales, marketing, and product development for the U.S. and Canadian markets. ==See also==