• 1946

    After the end of WW2 and the expulsion of German citizens from Abertamy, Bohemia (now part of Czech Republic), Bruno Held and son Edgar senior founded the company HELD at their new home in Burgberg (Allgäu). Both professional glove makers, they began with the production of fashion gloves, as well as work-protection-gloves and driving gloves.
    (Photo showing company founder Bruno Held with the former technical director Erhard Held)

  • 1970

    With the rising popularity of motorcycling especially in racing and leisure touring in the 70s, Held focusses on production and distribution of protective gloves, particularly designed for the special needs for motorcycling in addition to their existing collection of fashion gloves.

  • 1979

    Now focusing solely on the production of items for motorcyclists, Held teams up with 11-time European Motocross Champion, Erwin Schmider to develop the first dedicated MX glove. By this stage the company is already a trailblazer in the riding equipment industry.

  • 1991

    After the revolutionary development of world’s first magnetic tankbag in 1985, the next Held milestone follows in 1991. With the development of Helds first nylon jacket, they step into the world of protective motorcycle garments; this is brought to the next level in the following year with the development of the first full kangaroo leather suit.

  • 1996

    In the year the company celebrates its 50th anniversary. Held supplies over 3000 specialised dealers in Europe and the USA.

  • 1999

    With a constantly growing product range, the extension of Helds customer base and the increased number of employees the need for space increases. In 1999 the administration offices as well as warehouse and logistics move to new facilities with over 7000m² in Burgberg-Erzflöße.

  • 2005

    The legendary Held Phantom gloves are awarded test winner in the category racing gloves and set a new standard for the time. In the following year Held is awarded BEST BRAND, in the glove category by Europe’s leading motorcycle magazine MOTORRAD. Since 2006 Held received this award 10 times in succession.

  • 2009

    In 2009 Held enters into a licence cooperation with Gore to develop products with GORE-TEX membranes for the clothing sector.in the clothing sector. The quattrotempi collection resulting from this quattrotempi collection is presented for the first time in 2010 and is haracterised by characterised by the highest quality materials, the best workmanship, innovative detailed solutions and maximum functionality.

  • 2016

    Held celebrates its 70th anniversary and presents an anniversary collection, combining urban-retro-styles with up to date safety features and latest fabrics. For all customers and fans of the brand, Held starts a raffle with a restored and customized BMW R75 as first prize. Besides all the festivity, Held presents numerous innovative highlights in various categories.

  • 2017

    Due to the steady growth and the associated increased space requirement in our logistics at the location Erzflöße in Burgberg, Held decides to purchase the new Held Logistics Centre in Kempten in 2017.

  • 2019

    Held presents the eVest Clip-in, the first product from the cooperation with the French airbag manufacturer In&motion.

  • 2020

    In 2020, the first motorcycle boots with GORE-TEX membrane will be presented. This makes Held one of the few Gore brand partners to hold the license for all clothing areas, i.e. textile clothing, gloves and boots.

  • 2021

    Held celebrates its 75th birthday in 2021. For 75 years now, the Held brand has stood for innovative motorcycle clothing with maximum safety and maximum comfort.

A HERO THEN AND NOW…

A HERO THEN AND NOW…

1946
1970
1979
1983
1991
1996
1999
2005
2009
2016
2017
2019
2020
2021

1946

After the end of WW2 and the expulsion of German citizens from Abertamy, Bohemia (now part of Czech Republic), Bruno Held and his son Edgar senior founded the company HELD at their new home in Burgberg (Allgäu). Both professional glove makers, they began with the production of fashion gloves, as well as driving gloves and protective work gloves.
(Photo showing company founder Bruno Held with the former technical director Erhard Held)

1946

1970

With the rising popularity of motorcycling especially in racing and leisure touring in the 70s, Held focuses on production and distribution of protective gloves, particularly designed for the special needs of motorcycling in addition to their existing collection of fashion gloves.

1970

1979

Now focusing solely on the production of items for motorcyclists, Held teams up with 11-time European Motocross Champion, Erwin Schmider to develop the first dedicated MX glove. By this stage the company is already a trailblazer in the riding equipment industry.

1979

1983

1983 is the big break through for Held: Together with Germany’s most successful racer of all time, Tony Mang, (5 time’s world Champion 250cc and 350cc) Held develops a totally new style of racing glove.

1983

1991

After the revolutionary development of the world’s first magnetic tankbag in 1985, the next Held milestone follows in 1991. With the development of Helds first nylon jacket, they step into the world of protective motorcycle garments; this is brought to the next level in the following year with the development of the first leather suit made entirely from kangaroo leather.

1991

1996

In 1996 the company celebrates its 50th anniversary. Held now supplies over 3000 specialised dealers in Europe and the USA.

1996

1999

With a constantly growing product range, the extension of Helds customer base and the increased number of employees the need for space increases. In 1999 the administration offices as well as warehouse and logistics move to new facilities with over 7000m² in Burgberg-Erzflöße.

1999

2005

The legendary Held Phantom gloves are awarded test winner in the category racing gloves and set a new standard for the time. In the following year Held wins the BEST BRAND award in the glove category, awarded by Europe’s leading motorcycle magazine MOTORRAD. Since 2006 Held received this award 10 times in succession.

2005

2009

In 2009 Held enters into a licensing cooperation with the company Gore for the development of products with GORE-TEX membranes in the clothing sector. The quattrotempi collection resulting from this cooperation is presented for the first time in 2010 and is characterized by highest quality materials, best processing quality, innovative detail solutions and maximum functionality.

2009

2016

Held celebrates its 70th anniversary and presents an anniversary collection, combining urban-retro-styles with up to date safety features and latest fabrics. For all customers and fans of the brand, Held starts a raffle with a restored and customized BMW R75 as first prize. Besides all the festivity, Held presents numerous innovative highlights in various categories.

2016

2017

Due to the steady growth and the associated increased space requirement in our logistics at the location Erzflöße in Burgberg, Held decides to purchase the new Held Logistics Centre in Kempten in 2017.

2017

2019

Held presents the eVest Clip-in, the first product from the cooperation with the French airbag manufacturer In&motion.

2019

2020

In 2020, the first motorcycle boots with GORE-TEX membrane will be presented. This makes Held one of the few Gore brand partners to hold the license for all clothing areas, i.e. textile clothing, gloves and boots.

2020

2021

Held celebrates its 75th birthday in 2021. For 75 years now, the Held brand has stood for innovative motorcycle clothing with maximum safety and maximum comfort.

2021

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