The founder of Gaerne, Ernesto Gazzola, he is one of the most recognized historical figures of the entire Italian "bike industry"Gaerne, founded by Gazzola in 1962, is one of the most concrete examples of an Italian company. It has always specialized in the production of high quality cycling shoes and motorcycle boots.
The history of Maser brand, in the province of Treviso, has deep roots: It began after the Second World War, when the young Ernesto learned the trade of cobbler in various artisanal and industrial businesses in the Montebelluna area. He then decided to set up his own business with his wife Vittoria, still present today, specialized in sewing uppers.


A reference since 1962
And right on the eve of sixty years of activity here comes a prestigious recognition directly from the Treviso-Belluno Chamber of CommerceGaerne received the award at the 2nd Competition for the award for Loyalty to Work and Economic ProgressAn award reserved for companies, workers and personalities who have distinguished themselves in various economic sectors.ci, contributing with commitment to the growth of the Treviso and Belluno economies.
Cavalier Ernesto Gazzola himself, in his capacity as president of Gaerne, was the recipient of this award. An award received on his 89th birthday and presented by Dr. Mario Pozza, President of the Treviso-Belluno Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony took place in the splendid setting of the Teatro Accademico in Castelfranco Veneto.
"I'm always honored by the presence of such caliber entrepreneurs," Pozza emphasized, "and even more so by recognizing the excellence of the individual as reflected in the business. My warmest congratulations to Cavalier Gazzola, who also celebrates his birthday today. Gaerne is an excellence of the sports system at an international level and an asset for all of us and for the territory because it has always looked at the quality of doing good business".


Gazzola, owner of Gaerne
"It's always nice to achieve success," Ernesto Gazzola commented at the end of the ceremony, "but you can't get far alone. Gaerne is inextricably linked to its sports sector, to the point that the true values of sport have become part of our corporate philosophy. For this Successes must first of all be shared with the family and with all the people who contribute to the growth of the company every day. Without this real team Gaerne would not have been able to achieve an international reputation. in different fields and disciplines".
A beautiful family
This award confirms the value of Gaerne, which in 2021 saw further growth in turnover thanks in part to its Made in Italy production chain.
The awards didn't end there, Five employees were also awarded within the same competitionThe following were awarded by the same Treviso company: Renato Colusso, Lucia Franco, Mario Martignago, Angelo Morlin, and Renato Piccolo.
The special day could only end at the company, in Coste di Maser, with a convivial moment strongly desired by the owner GazzolaAt his side are his wife Vittoria and their four children: Giuliano, Gianna, Gianni, and Marta. And all 66 employees who contribute every day with their commitment and hard work to the success of the great Gaerne family.