2000
D-AIR® IS CREATED
Dainese developed the prototype of the D-air® airbag for motorcyclists, together with the israeli firm Merhav App, and introduced it in Munich.
2000
ON THE HEADS OF CHAMPIONS SKIERS
The first Dainese Ski helmet, developed with the assistance of the multiple title winner Lasse Kjus, appeared in the world championship series.
2001
THE EVOLUTION OF BOOTS
New boots featuring the patented D-Axial system were created. These boots feature a special carbon fibre inner shoe which limit the twisting motion of the ankle.
2001
MOBILE RESEARCH
D-Mobile is created. This mobile research structure is an extension of the R&D department that visits race tracks around the world to identify and test the latest technological innovations.
2002
4TH GENERATION BACK PROTECTOR
Wave was introduced as the 4th generation Back Protector with a revolutionary ventilation system.
2003
ADVANCED LOGISTICS
Construction on the new fully automated warehouse began in west Vicenza.
2005
SAFETY PARTNER ON THE SLOPES
Dainese became the “Safety Partner” of the Italian National Ski team and D-Mobile provided assistance to skiers in the alpine skiing world championship races.