Seattle’s award-winning, ski, outdoor gear & ski rental shop

MTN Gear is an independent, family-owned outdoor retailer in Northeast Seattle, proudly serving families and outdoor enthusiasts across the Pacific Northwest. We’re honored to be the Seattle Times 2024 & 2025 People’s Choice Award winner for Best Ski Shop and a top pick for Best Outdoor Gear Store—recognition that reflects our passion for helping people gear up for their next adventure.

Our Mission: Better Gear, Better Experiences, Better for the Planet

We believe great outdoor experiences start with great gear—and that access to quality, sustainable equipment should be easy. MTN Gear helps outdoor enthusiasts and families find and experience the right gear through:

• New and Used Gear from trusted, high-performance outdoor brands
• Ski & Snowboard Rentals and Try Before You Buy demos
• Care & Cleaning Services for shells, puffers, and sleeping bags
• Repairs in partnership with a local tailor—keeping gear in play longer

Every brand we feature is selected for quality, performance, design, and a strong commitment to sustainable practices—protecting the environments we love to explore.

Try Before You Buy — A Smarter Way to Gear Up

Not sure if new gear is right for you? Our 3-day Try Before You Buy program lets you test skis, jackets, and outdoor equipment where they belong—outside. If it’s a perfect fit, keep it. If not, return it—we’ll clean, repair, and recirculate it, keeping great gear in use and out of landfills.

Local Shop. Big Adventure Energy.

When we’re not in the shop, you’ll find us skiing the Cascades, hiking PNW trails, biking with our families, or camping under the stars. MTN Gear was built by people who live the outdoor life—and we’re proud to share that experience with our community every day.