IT All Started in the Small Town of Sugandafjord
1926 66°NORTH was the brainchild of Hans Kristjansson, who began producing protective clothing for the fishermen of Sugandafjord.
Not all history lessons are boring. Case in point: The story of 66°NORTH, and how the once-modest fisherman's outfitter created what has become the most popular active wear company in all of Iceland. Hans Kristjansson founded the company with an eye for quality and performance. He was passionate about creating garments that would hold up to the harsh conditions fishermen faced while trolling the seas of Iceland.
FAST FORWARD 80 YEARS
Fast forward 80 years from these humble beginnings and you'll find 66°NORTH at the forefront of high-tech outerwear design and production in Iceland. The company is so popular in its native land that many Icelanders view it as the national brand.
INTERESTING FACTS:
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1926 66°NORTH founded in Sugandafjord.
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2004 66°NORTH launches in the United States of America.
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66.34° location of Icelandic island of Grimsey (right on the Arctic Circle).
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66°NORTH is one of Iceland's oldest design and manufacturing company established in 1926. Our roots are in work ware but today we offer a wide selection of high quality outdoor wear for men, women children and infants. On our website you can see our selection of durable outdoor clothing including jackets, sweaters, parkas, pants, coats, fleece garments, accessories and much more.
66°NORTH · Midhrauni 11 · 210 Gardabae · Iceland · Phone: +(354) 535-6600 · Fax: +(354) 535-6601 · E-mail: 66north@66north.is 
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