Alpinestars
| Alpinestars Inc. | |
|---|---|
| legal form | Inc. |
| founding | 1963 |
| Seat | Asolo, Veneto, Italy |
| management | Gabriele Mazzarolo |
| Branch | Manufacture of sports and clothing items |
| Website | www.alpinestars.com |
Alpinestars Inc. is an Italian company with headquarters in Asolo ( Veneto ), which specializes in motorsport and extreme sports clothing as well as streetwear , primarily from the sports and skater industry.
In motorsport ( Formula 1 , MotoGP , Motocross, etc.), Alpinestars became known around the world primarily for their articles such as racing suits, gloves , jackets , pants , shoes and protectors .
history
Alpinestars Inc. was founded in 1963 by Sante Mazzarolo in Veneto. Before the company made motocross items, Alpinestars produced hiking and skiing items . The company name was derived from the Italian term for edelweiss (stella alpina). Today Alpinestars have offices in Los Angeles and Tokyo , while research and development takes place in Italy.
Gabriele Mazzarolo, the founder's son, took over the management.