Gear For Adventure

This place is the best of the best when it comes to outdoor adventure gear. The owners, husband and wife (Kevin and Sarah), are both extremely friendly, knowledgable, and they each possess a wealth of knowledge regarding anything and everything outdoors.
I began shopping with them at their first location, continued my patronage at their second, and had my most recent visit at their newesr location in the old 711 by Ninos Pizzeria. They’ve moved three times because they’re growing. They’re growing because they are running a small, successful business that’s founded on quality product and EXCEPTIONAL customer service.
I have never once purchased something from Gear for Adventure that was faulty or did me wrong in anyway. They’ve outfitted me for camping weekends in subzero temperatures, a 4-​day kayaking/​portage/​camping adventure, backpacking trips through the Adirondacks, as well as many standard weekend car camping trips. They also outfitted my father for his pilgrimage through Spain on «El Camino,» which he is currently surviving, in part thanks to his gear from GFA.
Like most bleeding heart liberals, I love to support small businesses, even if it means paying a little more for my product (s). And there’s a myth sometimes heard around town that the products found at Gear for Adventure are pricey, or can be found elsewhere cheaper. Let me tell you that this is simply untrue. I’ve done the research. I’ve compared the same products and brands to eCommerce giants like Amazon and eBay, and brick and mortar shops like Dicks, EMS, and even Walmart. It’s simply not true. Will you find a dollar difference here and there on this or that? Sure. But the value in that difference is immeasurable.
Gear for Adventure has the best gear at a fair, often unbeatable price. Whether you’re going on your first camping, biking, kayaking, or backpacking trip, or you’re a seasoned vet, go to Gear for Adventure.

This store is perfect for someone who really hikes and camps etc. Or climbs places like Mt Everest. Seriously. If they don’t have it they can order it.
I came looking for something for a friend heading to Kilimanjaro. I wanted a fun LIGHT something they could carry with them that would be useful. I browsed for a while, and eventually found some hiking boots for myself. I did not find a perfect gift, but I probably could have if I dared buy any of the options I saw. I ended up giving a memory card for the camera. Small, light and useful. It was greatly appreciated.
This is a brick and mortar store, but they have a large online presence as well.
If you are an outdoors person, this is a great place.

Gear for Adventure is how a small business should be run. This locally owned store is run by Sarah and Kevin, a friendly couple who are super knowledgeable about everything outdoors.
I was in this store for almost three hours hours trying out packs, boots, and tents. As someone who was a complete novice to hiking, the owners helped me find everything I need, and educated me on the importance of having the right gear. I felt comfortable asking questions and they didn’t appear to be irritated by my ignorance. They also didn’t «push» the more expensive products on me.
Because Gear for Adventure was originally an online-​only store, they have competitive prices. Their prices rival most other online stores, except you don’t have to pay for shipping (if you go to their physical location).
Whether your a beginner hiker or an advanced outdoors-​lover, this is the store for you.
Summary: Friendly owners + competitive prices + locally owned business = Five stars. You can’t go wrong here.