Name

Hestra Gloves

Legal name

Hestra Gloves

Website

https://hestragloves.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1936

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Gloves and Handwear Manufacturing

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (31599), Sporting Goods Retailers (45911)

SIC

Leather & Leather Products (3100), Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Gloves & Mittens Manufacturing (IMAOAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports & Outdoor Accessories Manufacturing (Performance Gloves/Headwear) (IMAOAFAI), Gloves & Mittens (CRAAAJAG), Ski & Snowboard Protective Gear Retail (Helmets, Goggles, Pads, Back Protectors) (CRAMAJAC)

Keywords

• Premium glove manufacturing
• Winter sports gloves
• Ski and snowboard gloves
• Cycling and climbing gloves
• Leather glove accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Hestra

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Hestra generates revenue through direct sales of gloves and accessories to consumers via their e-commerce platform and physical stores. Products include sport gloves (skiing, cycling, hiking, climbing, running, golf, equestrian), fashion/dress gloves, liners, shells, and care accessories. Revenue is one-time purchase based with seasonal demand patterns.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hestra Gloves manufactures and sells premium handcrafted gloves for sports (skiing, snowboarding, cycling, climbing, hiking, running, equestrian, golf) and fashion, using high-grade leathers and proprietary technologies such as the patented Ergo Grip construction, CZone and HDry waterproof membranes, and replaceable liner systems. The company sells directly to consumers through its own multi-regional e-commerce platform and physical stores, complemented by trade show presence at events like ISPO.

Product overview

Hestra Gloves is a Swedish manufacturer of handcrafted gloves with 90 years of heritage, producing a comprehensive portfolio of sport gloves and fashion gloves. The product lineup includes cycling gloves (Bike Guard D3O, Ventair, Spiro, Ergo Grip Race Cut), ski/snowboard gloves (Army Leather Heli Ski, Army Leather Gore-Tex, Fall Line, Powder Gauntlet), outdoor/hiking gloves (Ergo Grip Active, CZone Contact, Tactility), climbing gloves (Ergo Grip HDry, Climbers Duratan, Army Leather Ascent, Army Leather Expedition), running gloves (Runners, Windbreaker), equestrian gloves (Ergo Grip Equestrian, Deerskin), golf gloves (Ergo Grip Golf, Golf Leather), fashion gloves (Elisa, Samantha, Elisabeth), and accessories (merino wool liners, leather care products, heated glove batteries, handcuff straps). The company also offers care products like Leather Balm and Leather Lotion, plus replacement batteries for heated gloves. Materials used include goat leather, cowhide, deerskin, lambnappa, synthetic suede (Duratan), and natural fibers like merino wool and cashmere. Many products feature the patented Ergo Grip construction for optimized finger mobility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ergo Grip: A patented glove construction featuring pre-bent fingers and strategically placed seams to optimize hand mobility with minimal excess material in the palm for enhanced grip and fingertip sensitivity.

Products and services

• Army Leather Heli Ski Premium five-finger ski glove with supple goat leather, weather-resistant polyamide backhand, and removable fleece liner, designed for long days in snow and cold. Targeted at ski guides and serious backcountry skiers.
• Army Leather Gore-Tex Warm five-finger glove for skiing in tough weather, combining durable goat leather with recycled polyamide fabric, G-loft synthetic insulation, and a new generation PFAS-free GORE-TEX membrane.
• Ergo Grip Enduro D3O Light, ventilating cycling glove for enduro and downhill riding in warm conditions, featuring D3O palm panels for vibration dampening, Ergo Grip pre-bent construction, and touch-compatible fingertips.
• Bike Guard D3O Long/Short Well-ventilated cycling glove for road and XC cycling in warm weather, with D3O panels in the palm for shock dampening and reduced numbness, touch-compatible fingertips, and breathable stretch upper.
• Fall Line Mitt Warm mitt for freeriding and snowboarding with impregnated cowhide, outward-turned seams, removable synthetic lining for easy drying, and foam insulation for warmth.
• Ergo Grip Active Versatile 5-finger outdoor glove featuring patented Ergo Grip construction, durable goat leather, and windproof breathable stretch upper for all-round activities year-round.
• CZone Contact Glove Waterproof and windproof 5-finger glove with CZone membrane that stops rain while ventilating moisture, synthetic suede palm with grip-friendly print, and fleece interior.
• Ergo Grip HDry Short/Long Waterproof and breathable climbing glove with laminated HDry membrane, Duratan synthetic suede reinforcements for rope friction resistance, and patented Ergo Grip construction.
• Army Leather Expedition Mitt Extra-robust Army Leather goat leather mitt with kangaroo leather palm reinforcement and two removable liners (thumb fleece with G-loft and 3-finger PrimaLoft Gold liner) for Arctic and extreme winter conditions.
• Ventair Short/Long Light and supple cycling glove available in half-finger and full-finger models, designed for grip, feel, and air circulation on warm and sunny days for road and trail riding.
• Elisa Stylish leather fashion glove with soft knitted wool lining, made in exclusive Italian lambnappa, with touch function for smartphone use and half-piqué seam for elegance.
• Samantha Elegant fashion glove combining cashmere and lambnappa, with knitted upper in softest cashmere yarn, palm in Italian lambnappa, and cashmere-lined interior.
• Ergo Grip Equestrian Premium equestrian glove combining Ergo Grip construction with durable goat leather grip area, windproof breathable stretch backhand, thin fleece lining, and neoprene cuff.
• Ergo Grip Golf Left/Right Golf glove following natural hand ergonomics with extra pre-bent fingers and minimal excess material in palm for high comfort, flexibility, and control during club handling.
• Merino Wool Liner Active Thin and soft liner glove functioning as extra warming layer under outer glove, made in a functional blend of merino wool and polyamide.
• Windshield Liner Comfortable glove combining windproof properties on backhand with grip and moisture transport in palm, featuring touch function on index finger and thumb and grip-friendly print.
• Leather Balm Leather care balm containing natural beeswax and lanolin that preserves leather's suppleness, durability, and water-repellent properties.
• Leather Lotion Lightweight caring lotion that quickly absorbs into leather to rehydrate and preserve suppleness and water-repellent properties, suitable for goat leather, cowhide, deerskin, elk skin, lambnappa, and peccary.
• Replacement Battery 4000 mAh Replacement battery for Hestra's heated ski gloves, compatible with heated glove models from 2016 or later.
• Handcuff Ladies'/Men's Wrist strap accessory for sport and ski gloves that reduces risk of dropping the glove when removed for handling phone or goggles, available in narrow (17mm) and wider (35mm) sizes.
• Women's XC Tracker Slim cross-country ski glove with windproof stretch fabric and high ventilation, palm in durable polyester stretch with piqué seam for close grip on ski pole.
• Runners Supple running glove made in windproof stretch material that is water-repellent and breathable, with reflective print on backhand for visibility in low light.
• Army Leather Ascent Technical 5-finger climbing glove combining goat leather palm with kangaroo leather reinforcements for warmth, durability, fingertip sensitivity, and rope abrasion resistance.
• Wakayama Retro-inspired ski glove for style-conscious ski and snowboard users, made in cowhide with outward-turned seams for distinct look and optimized mobility and grip.
• Climbers Duratan Long/Short Durable, unlined climbing glove developed with mountain guide Alexander Nordvall, featuring Duratan synthetic suede for exceptional grip durability even when wet.
• Powder Gauntlet Warming mitten with long cuff featuring drawstring snow lock, removable easy-to-dry lining, microfleece interior, and synthetic insulation for deep snow skiing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 21,205 liners replaced in 2024, demonstrating product longevity and repairability

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GORE-TEXcoreTechnology or IntegrationHestra incorporates GORE-TEX membrane technology in their premium ski gloves, providing waterproof and breathable protection. The partnership involves licensed use of GORE-TEX technology in glove manufacturing.
• Leather Working GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHestra sources 78% of its leather from Leather Working Group-certified suppliers, demonstrating commitment to responsible leather sourcing and environmental standards.
• BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHestra manufactures 87% of gloves in BSCI-audited factories, ensuring social compliance and ethical labor practices in their supply chain.
• Johannes Høsflot KlæbominorOthersJohannes Høsflot Klæbo, the world's best cross-country skier, uses Hestra's Ergo Grip Race Cut glove as his official competition glove (color 100930).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Reusch: German glove specialist focused on ski, mountaineering, and goalkeeper gloves with comparable premium positioning and sport-specific design depth. Most direct head-to-head competitor to Hestra in winter sport gloves.
• Swany: US ski glove specialist with leather-based construction and premium positioning. Comparable focus on technical ski gloves with heritage manufacturing expertise.
• Outdoor Research: US outdoor brand with strong glove and accessories category presence across skiing, climbing, and hiking. Comparable activity-specific glove range and direct-to-consumer model.
• Arc'teryx: Canadian premium outdoor brand with strong glove line across skiing, climbing, and running. Comparable premium ASP, technical positioning, and DTC-first distribution.
• Gordini: US winter sport glove specialist with deep product range across skiing, snowboarding, and work gloves. Comparable category-specialist positioning in performance winter gloves.
• Black Diamond Equipment: Climbing and ski equipment brand with a glove line designed for alpinists and freeriders. Comparable technical glove positioning and outdoor enthusiast customer base.
• Roeckl: Bavarian glove manufacturer specializing in cycling, equestrian, and sport gloves with deep category expertise. Comparable glove-only focus and premium European positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Burton: Snowboard heritage brand with a complete glove and mitten line for winter sports. Comparable customer base in skiing/snowboarding but operating across a much broader category.
• Mammut: Swiss mountaineering brand with technical gloves for climbing and ski touring. Comparable expertise in alpine glove performance but as part of a broader apparel and hardware portfolio.
• Helly Hansen: Norwegian heritage brand offering winter sport apparel and gloves with strong overlap in ski and sailing categories. Broader portfolio than Hestra but overlapping glove line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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