OMP Racing Racing Shoes

OMP Racing Shoes: Footwear Forged on the World's Toughest Circuits

OMP Racing has been engineering driver safety equipment since 1973, and that half-century of motorsport DNA runs straight through every pair of their racing shoes. Founded as Officine Meccaniche Percivale (OMP) near Genoa, Italy, the company has grown into one of the world's most respected names in motorsport safety equipment. By the 1980s, OMP had expanded from roll cage fabrication into driver equipment — suits, gloves, boots, and helmets — and the brand's commitment to protecting drivers at the highest levels has never wavered since.

The close relationships OMP developed through the years with celebrated race teams and drivers in Formula 1, IndyCar, IMSA, WRC, and NASCAR have been an essential part of their research and development process, considered among the most advanced in the industry. That real-world testing loop feeds directly back into their footwear line, where every design decision is validated by drivers who depend on their gear for survival as much as performance.

What Sets OMP Racing Shoes Apart

OMP's racing shoe lineup is engineered around a core set of priorities that matter most inside a cockpit: pedal feel, fire protection, grip, and all-day comfort during long stints. High durability, sensitivity on the pedal, improved grip, comfort, and breathability are all present across OMP's range of racing footwear. OMP relies on feedback from top-level drivers to evolve their products from year to year, ensuring each new generation of shoe reflects what professional drivers actually need behind the wheel.

A standout in the lineup is the OMP Sport Shoe, an entry-level race boot that punches well above its price point. Crafted from soft, lightweight microfiber, it features an exclusive anti-slip rubber sole inspired by tire tread for excellent grip in any condition, and a shaped ankle with a rear bellow that increases comfort and allows for easy movement. The Sport Shoe carries both FIA 8856-2018 and SFI 3.3/5 homologation — certifications that confirm the boot meets rigorous international fire-resistance and safety standards required by sanctioning bodies worldwide.

At the higher end of the spectrum, the OMP One-S targets competitive drivers who demand premium materials and technology. The One-S features a soft knit Nomex lining for comfort with safety, along with the latest injected sole technology with expanded inserts that reduce stress and fatigue by allowing a better spread of pressure through the boot. The result is a shoe that keeps driver fatigue at bay during endurance stints while maintaining the thin, sensitive sole profile that precise heel-and-toe technique requires.

Certification and Quality Standards

Safety homologation is not optional in OMP's design philosophy — it is the foundation. OMP's quality standards are recognized by the FIA through a partnership agreement to provide suits, boots, gloves, and underwear for race officials and safety car drivers. OMP's quality control standards are UNI EN ISO 9001/2000 certified and rated by major international sanctioning bodies including FIA, SFI, and SNELL. For drivers competing in any series that mandates homologated footwear, OMP shoes provide peace of mind that the gear has been independently tested and approved.

From Club Racing to the Pinnacle of Motorsport

Whether you're stepping into a spec car for a weekend track day or strapping in for a professional endurance race, OMP's racing shoe range scales with your ambitions. Featuring ergonomic design, advanced cushioning, and support technologies, these shoes are built to keep drivers at the top of their game. Browse the full racing shoes category to find the right OMP boot for your series and budget, or explore the complete OMP Racing brand page for suits, gloves, helmets, and the rest of the gear that completes a proper cockpit kit.