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SCARPA is a legendary Italian manufacturer of footwear for mountaineering, hiking, climbing, and trail running, founded in 1938 in Asolo as “Società Calzaturieri Asolani Riuniti Pedemontana Anonima.” Today, it remains a family-owned business led by the Parisotto family and produces highly technical footwear—from climbing shoes and mountaineering boots to hiking and trail running shoes—with the majority of production still taking place in Italy and smaller portions in Romania, Serbia, and China.

SCARPA prides itself on its innovative spirit and history of "firsts"—including the production of the first Gore-Tex boots, plastic hiking boots, and telemark ski boots. In recent decades, thanks to iconic models such as the lightweight and stylish Mojito (an urban version of outdoor boots), the brand has also significantly expanded into urban outdoor fashion.

SCARPA is synonymous with durability, high performance, and comfort—tested by both professionals and enthusiasts—backed by systematic research and development, where they work on patents and new technologies every year. And what’s important for modern outdoor enthusiasts: the company places great emphasis on sustainability—using recycled materials, bioplastics (e.g., from castor oil), and operating in accordance with its “Green Manifesto,” including B Corp certification, energy-efficient operations, and recycling at its manufacturing centers.