Mikhail Sveshnikov, who is considered to be one of the best bandy players in the world, comes from the town.
After the 2011-2012 season, he was acknowledged as the second best player of the national championship.
He has become a citizen of honour in Karpinsk.

The local bandy club is Sputnik, where Oleg Sveshnikov, the father of Mikhail, is a coach.
Mikhail Sveshnikov, who is considered to be one of the best bandy players in the world, comes from the town. After the 2011-2012 season, he was acknowledged as the second best player of the national championship. He has become a citizen of honour in Karpinsk.
The local bandy club is Sputnik, where Oleg Sveshnikov, the father of Mikhail, is a coach.
Karpinsk