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KOMBI Sports Inc.

What we stand for

Embody Warmth is a declaration, it’s an unwavering love of winter. It’s warmth that goes far beyond degrees: it is a part of who we are. This indisputable warmth is the result of decades of caring for Canadians. Whether at home or while exploring the great outdoors, KOMBI warmth is one you share with your loved ones.

History

Founded in Montreal in 1961, KOMBI is a family-owned company. Its mission is to keep winter lovers of all kinds warm from head to toe. Best known for its carefully crafted gloves and mitts, KOMBI since extended its expertise to base layers, socks, hats, and cold weather accessories.

1961

Danny Gold, a ski racer for McGill University, develops a glove for skiing with knuckle protection.

KOMBI is born.

1960s

KOMBI becomes a founding partner of the National Ski Industry Association. Nancy Greene wins gold at the first Ski World Cup wearing KOMBI gloves.

1970s

Four daring Canadians dubbed the "Crazy Canucks" win the downhill World Cup, a title previously held only by Europeans. They wave to the world wearing KOMBI ski gloves.

1980s

KOMBI becomes one of the first brands to partner with GORE-TEX, featuring the new breathable, waterproof membrane in its products.

1990s

KOMBI releases the iconic Lobster Mitt. The launch is an unprecedented success.

KOMBI pays tribute to the days of crazy carpets and neon one-piece snowsuits with vintage-style gloves.

2014

KOMBI brand gets a new facelift and introduces its new look.

2017

KOMBI starts selling online www.kombicanada.com and opens its first brick-and-mortar pop-up shop in Montreal, great direct-to-consumer points of contact.

2018

KOMBI opens a pop-up shop in iconic Union Station, Toronto.

Social commitment

Kombi supports over 20 local organizations from schools to shelters and hospitals.

Environmental commitment

At Kombi, we take pride in having an ethical supply chain.

The company only sources certified mulesed-free wool from sheeps that have not been subjected to unnecessary harm.

KOMBI also selects down from goose originating from the food industry and who have not been subjected to unnecessary harm.

The bluesign® system is the solution for a sustainable textile production. It eliminates harmful substances right from the beginning of the manufacturing process and sets and controls standards for an environmentally friendly and safe production.

Stores

In addition to selling online, KOMBI has a strong presence in more than 1500 retailers in Canada and internationally.