Our Commitment to a Greener Future
At Gear re-Store, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a legacy. Our founder, Russell, drew inspiration from his grandfather, a top architect in Manitoba, who developed a habit of resourcefulness during the Great Depression. Saving everything from Christmas wrapping paper to twine, he lived by the motto, “Buy what you need, not what you want,” instilling a deep respect for reducing waste and reusing resources.
Russell’s 22 years in the Canadian Forces Reserves further shaped this ethos. Maintaining and extending the life of gear wasn’t optional—it was essential. Every mission ended with meticulous kit care, from cleaning tools with wire brushes to oiling shovels to prevent rust, even on a tight budget. This discipline taught Russell the value of preserving resources and avoiding unnecessary replacements, a mindset that has become foundational at Gear re-Store.
Today, Russell combines these influences to lead Gear re-Store in creating innovative, sustainable solutions. By partnering with outdoor brands, military and tactical companies, communities, and individuals, we aim to extend the life of outdoor gear, reduce environmental impact, and promote a circular economy. Sustainability isn’t just our mission—it’s who we are.
What we do in a nutshell
Gear re-Store Supports Humanitarian Effort In Ukraine
January 30, 2023
Gear re-Store, in partnership with Vail Resorts, the U.S. State Department, Help Ukraine Centre USA, and NGO contacts in Ukraine, has sent off three pallets of winter clothing to Ukraine. Several volunteers from Gear re-Store and Vail Resorts gathered together at the Gear re-Store warehouse to sort through decommissioned Vail employee gear to determine suitability for donation. The end result is three pallets of insulated pants which will be directed toward people who are working hard to repair infrastructure. We hope to continue the program as long as necessary and for as long as we can collect items that will help the effort in Ukraine.
Big THANK YOU to all who participated.
Our Services
Technical Repairs
Repair your garments back to a factory finished look.
Gear Tracer
Track your progress with Gear Tracer technology.
Reviews
“We selected Gear re-Store to perform all of our uniform tune-ups and repairs, including Vail Resorts and Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. Through great communication and reliable service, we now consider them our ‘go to’ technical outerwear servicing depot.”
Oliver Flaser – Category Managing Director, Helly Hansen North America
“We sent over 25,000 uniform pieces to Gear re-Store as part of our Spring Tune-Up program, and based on the quality of the work and the capability of the team, we intend on sending them more work next year.”
Jeffrey Babb – Senior Director Resort Operations, Vail Mountain Vail Resorts, Inc.
“I have found the team at Gear re-Store to be great to work with. The quality of their work is very high and they are able to think outside the box when it comes to all repairs. The turn-around time is also very fast, both of which are important for our relationships with our customers. I also appreciate the communication with the Gear re-Store team, specifically Jen who coordinates all activity. I have recommended Gear re-Store as a preferred service provider for all Peak Performance stores throughout Canada.”
Miranda Foord – Peak Performance Whistler
“Hi I wanted to give a big shoutout to the Team from Gear re-Store from Calgary for my jacket repair. They gave excellent service, communicating with me as to how they would repair the hole that had been caused by the zipper, explaining in detail how the repair would look, and asking for my approval before starting. I am most impressed with the results as only I know it has been repaired. They modified the size of the ribbon so that the zipper cannot catch the fabric of the placket again! They have made my jacket look new. I love this jacket and am so happy I can enjoy wearing it for years to come. Regards.”
Joanna – Gear re-Store customer