THE DEMISE OF NOMIS

in: Nomis Football Boots

In business, having a good idea isn’t a guarantee of success. Being forward thinking, innovative and creative are all great qualities, but in the end, it all comes down to the bottom line.

So it’s with a tinge of sadness that Footy Boots can confirm that Nomis, as a worldwide entity, has gone under, a fact that was confirmed to us in the last 24 hours.

Rumours of the company’s demise started to surface in mid-November when the Nomis distributor in New Zealand announced a closing down sale.

nomis closing down

As news spread that some staff at their Head Office in Switzerland had been made redundant, the Nomis page on Wikipedia was updated to read:

Nomis is no longer in New Zealand, Europe or the United Kingdom. Unfortunately the company has recently gone bankrupt.

As of now, the company websites in Germany and the UK no longer work although nomisfootball.com is still functioning although there is no reference on it as to their financial plight. In fact, the operation in Australia is still in business and the company says it is looking forward to future opportunities there.

Having fallen foul of the economic climate, it will hit no-one harder than founder Simon Skirrow.

nomis founder simon skirrow

A former big-wig at adidas and co-creator of the original Predator, Skirrow was a visionary in the industry, always seeming to put the punter first. He came up with some ground breaking technology such as ‘Wet Control’ and ‘nomud’ and the company’s expertise with leather and K-leather was right up there with the very best.

This was confirmed when they came out with the NXGEN Spark, the first football boot to take small runs of customised, fully didgitised, hi-resolution designs direct onto a leather surface under the patented Dual Control grip enhancing treatment.

nomis nxgen spark

Admittedly, the design in the demo model wasn’t to everyone’s liking but the technology was unique and at that stage looked to point to a rosy future.

Speaking to exclusively to Footy Boots, Skirrow said:

My major regret is disappointment for the staff, many of whom put in a great deal of time and effort following the dream.

At Footy Boots, we were always quite big fans of Nomis and their staff as they didn’t just simply follow trends being more concerned with offering quality and value for money. They didn’t sign up big name ambassadors (though that’s a decision that might look a bit sick right now) as Skirrow always wanted to plough as much money in to research and development as opposed to a few players’ pockets.

Hindsight though is a wonderful thing. For nomud you can now read noNomis. And that’s a real shame.

Article by Felipe. View all posts by Felipe.

Updated: 08/02/12


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nanit

what a shame..
first comment anyway

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http://www.footy-boots.com Fenboy

Agree with nanit – sure is a shame.

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Charlie

This is such a shame, I’m gutted! I’m wearing the Nomis Glove this season and they are the best boots I’ve ever owned. Sooooooo comfortable and the technology really works!

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http://www.footy-boots.com Jimmy J

What a blow. I’ve got three pairs of Nomis boots, 2 for football and 1 for rugby and they are all brilliant.

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Aussie Lad

Saddening.

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kuuku

So sad. I think I’ll try hard now and try out their product of I can find it. Kinda retrospective action (too late for them) but I might not have another chance to try nomis.

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Hes Got Big ears

@kuuku…go to http://www.nomisnz.co.nz – these guys have great deals and is in NZD so very cheap even if you have to pay shipping!! I purchased 2 pairs 3 weeks ago!

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Kyle

I’ve got a lot of love for Nomis, this is a really sad day.

Hopefully I can pick up a new pair next time I’m in Australia.

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martincillo

hes got big ears the price is in us dollars ???

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Duberry

This really is sad news. I’ve been a proud owner of Nomis Gloves for a few years now and still love ‘em.

Nomis Oz, will you sell to us here in the UK?

Footy boots can you get the answer for us?

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Meji

them boots look sick. rip

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kuuku

Which nomis boots should I buy? There’s so many of them! I want the one that is solid and strong and durable, just like myself. Or will any one do. I’m assuming the one with the best fit is the glove and the lightest will be the spark?

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BRYSON

Say it ain’t so! JOE! NO more nomis? my game will never be the same after i wear out my 3rd and last pair )>:

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kuuku

I want one with dual control and nomud and all the technologies so I can try the technologies.
I don’t care about design or weight. I don’t like the look of any of the nomis boots but that isn’t important. If they are good boots that work well then they will be worth the money. WHich one of them is most suitable for me? Dual control, strong and reliable and durable are what I need most.

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zc

I live in Australia so I can still get them, still, this is a huge shame

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Duberry

kuuku, I’d recommend the Glove. Terrific football boot. Very comfortable, great leather, lasts for years…

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stevo

gee i hope the aussie side of opperations stay afloat!!! been an avid fan of nomis since i discovered them in 06

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Nomis Supplier

The NZ distributer will ship all around the world, very very cheap boots going in NZ Dollars.

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jimbob

this is a crying shame, boots of this quality are hard to find. but its the same for any smaller company up against the big guns. unless nomis could have got a few big name wearers.
lets hope they sell the tech to someone like umbro, joma or such like.

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Joe Bob

Heard their Australian operations are very shaky as well- heard rumours of them owing staff (former?) members considerable unpaid wages.

One (former?) employee (even subject of FB interview) Darryl Cassingham is flogging some Nomis boots at unbelieavable prices on Ebay Aus as well

The company is looking incredibly shaky every where which is a great shame -My recommendation would be to get the boots whilst you can.

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Seth

@kuuku,
The boot you’re looking for is the spark. That’s their top-end dual control boot.

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John

Check out ebay. Loads of discounted stock being sold off. I guess the only positive with Nomis going bankrupt is that I can stock up on some cheap boots for a few seasons!

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Bepa

Check http://www.nomissports.nl

if you still want a pair of Nomis shoes. Everything in stock.

Email: info@nomissports.nl

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Drucherhice

I think you are right. But you should cover more on this topic.

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John

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704304504574610184027415984.html#articleTabs%3Darticle

Nomis Pele deal goes tits up too (courtesy of the wall street journal).

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Gam uk

I think the Government should bail Nomis out! If they can bail corrupt bankers then they can bail out a genuine sports brand which is dedicated tothe consumer. I hope you bounce back Nomis as you certainly saved my feet!

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BigJim

so did Skirrow not invent these technologies????? I’m a bit confused?????

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Joe Bob

Owe former staff money- not looking good

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Junior

Skirrow made some stupid business decisions along the way. He should have looked after the people that looked after him at the start!. He got what he deserved in the end.

He owes staff a lot of money and has been bitten in the arse by his investors.

Should have been a bit more loyal Skirrow!

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The Football Shop

The Football Shop located at Maroochydore on Queenslands Sunshine Coast has just bought a bulk lot of boots, you can contact us on 07 54792826 if you’re interested or via email thefootballshop@hotmail.com

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Junior

I heard that Nomis Australia is about to go under as well. Better get your boots quickly.

The Nomis NZ office is still selling cheap boots in NZD. Bought 2 pairs last week.

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BobMango

Really junior- who said?

grantgedwards@hotmail.com

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GAM

Junior, I think your head is in the clouds son! Its the investors that messed up trying to run the brand and getting power crazy!

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Peter Joe

Who are you GAM??? Seems as though you know a lot about this – spill the beans!!!! Come on speak up……

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Peter Joe

Seems to have all gone quiet over there……

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wolly

Skirrow give the investors to much power, they wanted things done there way they racked up the expences. Then they took what they could and started another business

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Peter Joe

Wolly – how do you know this?? And can you actually spell???

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wolly

Didn’t realize spelling was one of the topics here. Oh well there goes more info.

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Dr Leather

Hey Tony – in truth I’d suggest it is better not to comment too much on a subject that you don’t definitely don’t have all the facts about. There is far more to this than you know and that is all I will say.

Rgds, Darryl

p.s. – Better to be upfront on here rather than using part of your facebook name!!!

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wolly

I have only heard one side and your bits, i’m sure there is much more to this than even you know. there will be much more in future as well.

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buzza

Really sad to hear, such good boots, but never got the publicity or recognition they deserved. Poor decision to take them out of most sports shops and sell them only online (can’t get them anywhere in Adelaide). Unfortunately it’s out of sight, out of mind for the customers, they might struggle to stay afloat here in Oz too.

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GAM

Hello folks,

I can say im absolutely gutted by this as NOMIS is the brand to take on the big boys and give something back to the consumer! Myself, having had many injuries due to shit boots have enjoyed the short time wearing a pair of NOMIS at national rugby level, I hope to god their is a solution to get them back in the UK as they are brilliant! Keep fighting team Nomis.

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max

fantastic product. Surely will be resurected somehow somewhere.Upset I cannot find a new pair of Glove or Spark in my size even in Australia now.

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max

fantastic product. Surely will be resurected somehow somewhere.Upset I cannot find a new pair of Glove or Spark in my size even in Australia now.

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