To launch, they turned to Indiegogo, aiming for $15,000. They hit $25,000 in just 24 hours and raised nearly $150,000 by the end of the month. Swimming with the Sharks
: Ensuring socks didn't slide down during the day. To launch, they turned to Indiegogo, aiming for $15,000
The story of Bombas is a masterclass in how a simple, everyday item—the humble sock—can be reimagined to drive massive social change. The Spark on Fifth Avenue The story of Bombas is a masterclass in
In 2011, co-founder David Heath saw a post on Facebook that changed his life: socks were the number one most requested item at homeless shelters. This revelation hit home during a walk down Fifth Avenue in New York, when David met a man with a sign that said, "I'll take anything". : A mid-foot compression arch that adds extra comfort
: A mid-foot compression arch that adds extra comfort.
The founders spent two years in research and development to ensure their product was actually worth buying. They tested hundreds of prototypes to solve common annoyances, leading to innovations like: