Inspired by the Gear Patrol article of 8 shop that will repair your gear, I wanted to start this thread is to share the companies that repair outdoor gear by category and location. Please add your favorite gear repair shop here!
Fix it instead of buying new!
Clothing, zippers
- ruggedthread.com/
- Small rip? Patch it in style: nosopatches.com or buy some gear tape: https://www.gearaid.com/products/tenacious-tape-repair
- bouldermtnrepair.com
- mtnsoles.com
Footwear:
- Chaco Sandal Repairs - ReChaco | Chaco - Chaco sandals only.
- Davepagecobbler.com
- mtnsoles.com
- Resole climbing shoes - https://rockandresole.com/
Backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, and packs
Biking (Road, Mountain, Electric, Cruiser, Fat Biking)
- Local Bike Shops: For all your biking needs, your nearest bike shop is the go-to spot. They can handle tune-ups, wheel truing, brake adjustments, and more. Supporting local businesses keeps the stoke alive in your community.
Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Canoeing, Rafting, Packrafting
- Packrafting: [Alpacka](Alpacka Raft | Passionate about Packrafting in all its Forms will sell their repair kit.
- Paddling gear - Drysuits, Drytops, Paddling Gear – Mountain Soles and Outdoor Threads
- Inflatable SUP repair: festivewater.com/pages/paddleboard-inflatable-repair
Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Freediving
- Local Dive Shops: Many dive shops offer equipment servicing and repairs, ensuring your underwater adventures remain safe and epic.
Surfing, Kitesurfing/Kiteboarding, Wind Foiling, Windsurfing
- Board Repair Specialists: Local surf shops often provide ding repair and maintenance services for boards and sails.
- Kite and Wing repair: Airtimekite sells parts and does professional repairs.
Downhill Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing
- First, try your local ski or snowboard shop.
- Dave Page, Cobbler: Based in Seattle, WA, this renowned cobbler specializes in boot and shoe repairs, including hiking and mountaineering boots. They can resole or repair boots for various outdoor activities.
- Snowshoes, XC shoes mtnsoles.com
Hiking/Trekking, Camping
- Rainy Pass Repair, Inc.: Operating since 1986, they specialize in repairing outdoor clothing and equipment, including tents, sleeping bags, and backpacks.
- [TentPole Technologies](https:// tentpoletech.com ): Located in Vancouver, WA, they offer custom tent pole construction and repair services, ensuring your shelter stands strong.
- Repair Lair
Rock Climbing, Canyoneering, Rappelling, Ice Climbing
- Specialty Outdoors: Based in Spokane, WA, they handle a broad scope of gear repairs and are authorized by brands like The North Face and Helly Hansen.
- Rainy Pass Repair, Inc.: With expertise in technical fabric repairs, they can handle climbing gear maintenance to keep you safe on your ascents.
- Resole climbing shoes - https://rockandresole.com/
Location based:
Minneapolis - https://www.repairlair.com/
Boulder, CO - https://bouldermtnrepair.com/