The Gear re-Store Blog

Dive into the heart of sustainability, innovation, and outdoor adventure with the Gear re-Store blog! This is where we share stories, insights, and updates that inspire action and spark meaningful conversations.

April Update

Don’t toss it—restore it. Whether it’s ripped fabric, a stuck zipper, or fading waterproofing, our repair team has your back. Join the movement that’s already kept 3,631 items out of landfills and back in adventure.

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New Leadership in Canada: Meet Cecilia!

As of August 2024, Gear re-Store's Canadian operations are moving into a new chapter—with a familiar and trusted face at the helm. We’re excited to officially announce that Cecilia has stepped into the leadership role for our Canada location! Cecilia’s journey is a...

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Expanding Our Reach: Tactical Gear Brands Supported!

We’ve got exciting news—Gear re-Store officially supports tactical gear brands, such as Tomahawk Performance and Striker, as part of our growing list of partners! From rugged field packs to heavy-duty outerwear, tactical gear is built to last, but even the toughest...

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KORE Presentation

I was honoured to be asked to speak at the second annual KORE (Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise) Summit, focusing on sustainability and circularity.  Absolutely blown away by the Summit and all the work that went into it.  Big thanks to Kevin, Executive Director...

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Canada’s Top Growing Companies

For a second consecutive year, Gear re-Store has been recognised by the Toronto Globe & Mail as one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies.  Big shout out to our brand parnters…without their faith in us, this growth would not be possible.  And of course a big thanks to...

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Gear re-Store Adds Fjällräven to Warranty Repair Partnerships

We are happy to be working with Fjällräven for the provision of warranty repair services to their U.S.-based customers.  Fjällräven is an outdoor clothing and equipment company that is committed to making nature more accessible. In true Swedish style, they focus on...

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Gear re-Store Expands Partnership With Norrøna

Gear re-Store has been selected to provide warranty and off-warranty repairs for Norrøna’s U.S. customers.  GrS and Norrøna have been working successfully together in Canada for 7+ years, and we are happy to expand our partnership. Founded in 1929, Norrøna is a...

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Gear re-Store Adds KJUS to Warranty Repair Partnerships

We are happy to be working with KJUS for the provision of warranty repair services to their U.S.-based customers.  KJUS is a provider of top-quality ski, golf, and lifestyle products, developed with the best fabrics and high-end technology. Originally founded in...

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Gear re-Store Adds Arc’teryx to Warranty Repair Partnerships

We are very honoured to announce that Gear re-Store has entered into a three year service agreement to provide warranty and off-warranty repair services to Arc’teryx and their U.S.-based guests.  Arc'teryx is a high performance outdoor equipment company known for...

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Gear re-Store Inks Partnership with Archive

Gear re-Store has entered into a service agreement with Archive, a complete circularity, resale, peer-to-peer, takeback platform for brands.  Archive partners with brands to launch innovative, customized resale programs that meet their business and sustainability...

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Gear re-Store Joins 1% for the Planet

Gear re-Store is pleased to announce we have joined 1% for the Planet, a global network of businesses, individuals, and environmental partners tackling our planet’s most pressing environmental issues. To date, members have given over $435 million in environmental...

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Gear re-Store Supports Humanitarian Effort in Ukraine

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...

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Welcome Crua Outdoors!

Crua Outdoors, purveyors of a range of unique insulated temperature regulating camping tents and hammocks, has chosen Gear re-Store to be their Canadian warranty repair partner. As well, Crua will be referring off-warranty customers to Gear re-Store. We look forward...

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Gear re-Store Signs Service Agreement with Extend

Gear re-Store has entered into a repair partnership with Extend (extend.com).  Extend allows any merchant to offer extended warranties and protection plans through their easy-to-integrate APIs or pre-built eCommerce applications. They power extended warranties both...

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Gear re-Store Signs Service Agreement with Vail Resorts

Gear re-Store is pleased to announce that it has signed a service agreement with Vail Resorts.  The agreement will formalise the relationship, whereby Gear re-Store provides technical laundry, uniform repair, RFID technology, and end-of-first-life (EO1L) uniform...

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Canada’s Top Growing Company

Thanks to the great partnerships Gear re-Store has with our brand partners, as well as the hard work of our dedicated employees, we have experienced strong growth over the past few years.  So strong, in fact, that we have been recognized by The Globe and Mail as one...

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Vail Resorts Sign up 15 Additional Resorts on to Gear Tracer

Gear Tracer, Gear re-Store’s proprietary RFID-based repair tracking tool, is in the process of being installed in 15 additional Vail resorts.  The tool was previously in use by 3 Vail resorts, and based on their experience they have decided to expand their use. Gear...

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Gear re-Store Expands Calgary Repair Centre

Gear re-Store is excited to announce the expansion of our Calgary Repair Centre.  We have taken on an additional bay to support the future growth of our Canadian repair, laundry, EO1L (end-of-first-life sustainability) and garment manufacturing businesses. Contractors...

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Gear re-Store Supports Vail Resort’s EpicPromise Foundation

For a second year in a row, Gear re-Store is partnering with Helly Hansen to produce goods that will be offered for sale within Vail Resorts Retail.  All proceeds of the upcycled product – designed and created by our in-house talent – will go to Vail’s EpicPromise...

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Gear re-Store Ups Its Sustainability Game

Gear re-Store has taken a bold step forward in positioning ourselves to support our brand partners in their sustainability objectives with the appointment of Nicole Harris as Sustainability Champion.  As you can read in Nicole’s bio on our About page, she combines an...

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Gear re-Store Creates Upcycled Products for Vail Resorts

Gear re-Store is excited to have the opportunity to create upcycled tote bags, sport bags and backpacks for executive meetings at Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek.  What an excellent way to use end-of-first-life (EO1L) employee uniforms as a gift to attendees! More gear...

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Welcome REV’IT!

Gear re-Store welcomes REV’IT! to our list of brand partners.  REV’IT! is a premium European brand based out of Holland positioned for the Sport, Touring and Adventure Rider's needs. We will be supporting REV’IT! warranty repairs in both Canada and the U.S., and will...

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Welcome NEMO Equipment

Gear re-Store welcomes NEMO Equipment to our list of brand partners.  NEMO Equipment makes gear for everyone with the drive to explore the uncharted path.  We will be supporting NEMO warranty repairs in Canada. Shop on-line atwww.nemoequipment.com

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New U.S. General Manager

Gear re-Store is pleased to announce that Kyle Warden has joined the team as General Manager, U.S. Operations. Kyle joins us at a time where we are anticipating significant growth as we execute our corporate vision and strategy. Fasten your seatbelt, Kyle! For more...

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Welcome Canada Goose

Okay, so this announcement is a bit late.  But good things come to those who wait, said the master.  We are so excited to (finally) announce that in January of 2020, Canada Goose selected Gear re-Store to perform all of its U.S.-originated warranty repairs.  A year...

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We’re back, and stronger than ever!

It's been a while since we've posted.  Yeah, just after our last post there was a bit of a disruption:  that whole pandemic thing.  But we're still here, still doing high quality repairs with quick turn-around time.  Hopefully we can bring you some exciting news this...

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Welcome BUCK N’ BASS

Gear re-Store welcomes BUCK N’ BASS to our list of brand partners.  BUCK N’ BASS is committed to designing and manufacturing the best technical apparel on the planet for bass anglers.  We will be supporting BUCK N’ BASS warranty repairs in both Canada and the U.S....

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Welcome Terracea

Gear re-Store welcomes Terracea to our list of brand partners.  With inspiration from the frigid, icy Nor'Easters and winter storms, Terracea builds gear to help you live a life without limits outside in the cold.  We will be supporting Terracea warranty repairs in...

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Welcome Goldbergh Luxury Sports

Gear re-Store welcomes Goldbergh Luxury Sports to our list of brand partners. Taking women uphill or downtown in fiercely feminine style and with the freedom to move with confidence. We will be supporting Goldbergh warranty repairs in both Canada and the U.S. US web...

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Welcome Jones Outerwear

Gear re-Store welcomes Jones Outerwear to our list of brand partners.  Environmentally minded and movement focused technical gear built to embrace all of Mother Nature's moods. We will be supporting Jones Outerwear warranty repairs in both Canada and the U.S. US web...

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Welcome Rab Equipment

Rab Equipment selects Gear re-Store USA as their after-market repair partner.  Thank you to the team at Rab for giving us the opportunity to help service your customers.

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Welcome TOBE Outerwear

Gear re-Store USA is pleased to welcome TOBE Outerwear to our growing list of repair partnerships.  We look forward to providing high quality and timely repairs to your U.S.-based customers, as we have been doing for your Canadian customers for several years. US web...

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Outdoor Retailer/Snow Show January 2020

Gear re-Store exhibits at Outdoor Retailer/Snow Show January 2020. Our focus on this exhibition was Gear Tracer. With new customers coming on board the platform and providing us with great reviews, we figured it was time we showcased our RFID-based technology...

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