I've been using guides from The Sportsman since 2004 and have never had a bad experience. And now…read moresince Peter has taken over the shop it's not hard to believe it's gotten better. Between Peter, Morgan and Trey we had the best week of fishing we've ever had. My many thanks to them all and I look forward to seeing them again next year, and the next and the next....

Good selection of products and staff are a wealth of knowledge. This is my first stop in town.read more

I really enjoyed shopping in both sides of this business. I spent more time on the sunny side. I…read morereally, really, really, liked Amy. Bought some things for camping, it was great, while you shop you can also have a beer, lol. I WOULD recommend.

Love San Juan Sports. Great equipment, clothing and staff. Especially proud to learn Erin is…read moreBrand Manager. Amy rocks!!! Pls stop in and see for yourself. Everything they stock is Quality!

The "Great Outdoors" Company is a fitting name!…read more They have such a great selection of outdoor equipment, merch and accessories! To name a few...tents, camping gear, Eno hammocks, kayaks, paddleboards, climbing gear, crash pads, snow shoes, cross-country skis, awesome merch, accessories and the list goes on! My mission this go-around was to find some shorts for hiking and mountain biking. Love the brands that they carry and landed on three pairs of Kuhl shorts and a lightweight Marmot pull-over. The Great Outdoors team is always friendly, professional and helpful! For Montrose and surrounding areas...this is a great resource for your outdoor needs. Be Happy Outside!

I stopped by a few weeks ago and had a fantastic experience. The gentleman there was a great source…read moreof local information which I was in need of. I was able to grab a few pieces of kit which there were plenty of choices to buy. As for the one star reviewer who was mad about his treatment as a service member, I had a totally different experience. I do not expect to receive a discount because of service. It's absolutely absurd to expect a discount or special treatment.

These guys are legends. They have repaired my bike, mounted…read moremy skis, given me spot on directions for trails and sold me guide books, apparel and obscure parts. They are straight forward, helpful and knowledgeable. I prefer to check in with these guys first for anything that I might need for climbing, skiing or biking. Keep it up, buddy bear!

10 minutes ago New I…read morebrought in my 09 Yeti for service from Lake City, so over an hour drive. After the winter, I tried to add air to my rear shock and all the air came out. My first thought was that my ancient shock pump finally wore out. But both of my 26" wheels also need trueing badly so I figured I would bring it in to be tuned. When I got to the shop the first question from the guy checking me in was, do you really want to spend any money on this bike? I let him know that I didn't have the budget for a new bike this year so I just wanted to keep it on the trails a little longer. I asked if they could test one of their shock pumps on the rear suspension before sending it off for a full-rebuild from Dirt Labs which was quoted as $250 plus shipping. He assured they would look into it before dissembling it. He also said they would true the tires and rebuild the front fork as well. He said it would be ready in about 15 days and they would give me a call. 10 days later they call and say it's ready to pick up. $300 - except they couldn't true the wheels (which rub terribly) because the spokes are corroded, and they couldn't rebuild the front fork. So just got a 15 year old suspension rebuild for $300 on a bike I paid $250 for. Well I definitely wouldn't have rebuilt the rear suspension if I knew I now needed to buy new 26" wheels. Still wasn't too mad. Friend shows up to Lake City, opens the van and they gave him a 2025 Yeti. Roughly a 9k bike. Laughing and being the great guy I am, I called back and said "I think you guys made a mistake. I paid my friend $50 to bring me my bike from Gunnison, and you gave him the wrong bike." The guy on the phone started giving me attitude! He said "oh we need that back right away!" I offered to bring it back 2 days later when I had a flight out of Gunnison - citing the 3 hour round trip drive and the fact that I was working those days. Here's the kicker, finally get my bike back and the rear shock still needed air. Hooked up my shock pump and listened more closely to the air spewing out the house and watched the suspension deflate. Got a new pump, filled it right back up. I guess it's possible they looked at the rear suspension and determined it needed a rebuild. But that doesn't explain not telling me about the wheels or fork, or the joke of mixing up a $250 2009 26" and a $9000 2025 29". Won't be back. Still feeling like I got ripped off. And I still need new wheels to ride my bike.

Always stop by to get outfitted w needs or bits n bobs. Fantastic knowledgeable staff who take time…read moreto help you out. Service is wonderful. Maps, gear, guns, whatever. All good if it's in stock. Fair dejection though I'm very disappointed they don't carry HOKA. We need HOKAs! Fair enough prices for good quality clothes and gear. Don't forget to go downstairs where there are many more great items to shop. It's a town icon and fantastic place to shop for anyone.

Fantastic selection and very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Husband bought fishing equipment and…read morewas impressed with their level of expertise for what he needed. Would definitely go back anytime we are in Gunnison!

My wife and I stopped by this shop on our way to Telluride to hike Via Ferrata. The owner spent…read more5-10 minutes with me going over some maps of the area (hiking and 4 wheel drive) and also giving us some great advice about hiking our first 14er. She then had an employee named Page spend another 15-20 minutes with us going over the necessary gear to hike Via Ferrata. Very knowledgeable and accommodating to somewhat novice adventurers.

Worst company ever!! My uncle was visiting here from…read moreAustralia, he called this shop and a snotty girl thought he was prank calling her because of his austrian accent and cussed him out and then found his number on caller IDand texted him F**k off mate!! I called the store and spoke to management and he completely protected his employee and blew me off as if it was no big deal. I would not recommend the store to anybody.

Kyle runs a great shop with friendly staff. They're all knowledgeable, kind, and fun to engage…read more Head to the back wall and snag a few t-shirts. Always fun to see what designs are in for the season. And the BEST wolf creek hats around!

Joel was an outstanding resource. He effectively communicated the tough parts of the bridge and the…read moreproperty lines. He made the raft rental process smooth easy and fun. Thanks for the whiskey

Such a great local bike and outdoor shop. Awesome gear, great products, and the staff is super…read morefriendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. You can tell they really love the outdoors and take care of their customers. Highly recommend!

Best customer service on the slope. Ameen is the man!! Will…read morecontinue to shop here for all of my outdoor gear

First class all the way on our 3 day float trip. From the check in the day before to the pick up…read morethe morning of our first day to the quality of the rigs, quality of the gear, quality of the food, quality of the camp site set ups to the guides first class. What a great experiences three dads with their sons/son in laws we had a blast. Spencer lead a great group of experienced guides who made the trip fun and eventful. I will do that again.

We've always wanted to do a guided fly-fishing trip in this part of Colorado, since we come every…read moreyear to visit our son. My husband's birthday was the perfect opportunity, especially when we discovered RIGS was located right in Ridgway, where we were staying. They serve the whole region and are very convenient to Ouray as well. We chose the High Country full-day trip for two. RIGS was very accommodating--David answered all our questions in person, and Nick helped us book over the phone. Both were patient and professional. Our son, who works locally as a Climbing Instructor and Guide for Basecamp Ouray, might've joined us, but we didn't know his schedule until the last minute. Despite it being peak season, RIGS managed to get another guide so all three of us could go together. We really appreciated that flexibility. Check-in was smooth since we'd completed the online waivers. They walked us through the day with a laminated checklist of everything we'd need and tips for success. We bought our one-day fishing licenses (separate from the trip cost), then got fitted in their gear room. Our guides, Ethan and Jason, ensured everything fit comfortably. Being from Florida, my husband and I opted for full-body waders to stay warm. They recommended knee-highs, but we were glad we went with full-body. I wore leggings, he wore light hiking pants--we stayed comfortable all day. Our son, a local, wore knee waders and was fine. It was a mix of sun, clouds, and light rain, but we had rain jackets as advised. I also brought insect repellent, which was useful during sunnier stretches. There were definitely mosquitoes in the brush. We stayed warm, dry, and bug-free. My husband's toes still got cold, so he was grateful for the gear. The drive to the high country was gorgeous. When we arrived, Ethan and Jason set up chairs for us to put on our gear comfortably--felt like red carpet treatment! My husband and son went with Jason since they had some experience, and I went with Ethan, who was so patient and clear. He showed me each step, explained fly placement, and helped me spot bites to set the hook. I'm used to saltwater fishing, so freshwater fly-fishing was a totally new, relaxing experience. At our first stop--a confluence between two rivers--I caught 16 rainbow trout (6-10 inches). Even more fun was practicing the motion and avoiding snags. I worked hard not to make Ethan's job harder and only got snagged once. He quickly re-rigged the line without ever making me feel bad. We fished from shore and landed plenty at all the spots they chose. For lunch, they rolled out the red carpet again with chairs so we could relax. My husband and I are Plant-Based (Vegan/Vegetarian), and they were thoughtful in providing a lemon-dill hummus, carrots, grape leaves, corn crackers, cookies, and nuts--super satisfying and energizing. Our son, who's not PB, got a charcuterie tray with cheese, crackers, and cold cuts. We'd brought snacks just in case, but we didn't need them. If you're someone who eats a lot--like our son--you may want extras, but we were perfectly satisfied. After lunch, we headed to a second spot on the Cimarron, just 10 minutes away. It was great to fish two very different rivers. The first was smaller--ideal for beginners like me and for my husband and son to get reacquainted with the gear. The second was much wider, more secluded, and more of an adventure. Ethan and Jason asked if we were up for it, and we happily agreed. Along the way, we saw moose droppings and trees downed by beavers. Wildflowers were in full July bloom--perfect for me since I love photographing them. We hiked through brush and forest to get there, which was also part of the fun. Bring bug spray for this part! At the second river, it was harder to land fish, but they were biting. I caught two bigger rainbow trout (around 10 inches). The technique Ethan taught me earlier really helped here, with longer casts and river wading. I loved every second. My husband enjoyed the openness and challenge and really appreciated the techniques both guides shared. I even took breaks so Ethan could help my husband and son too. Ethan and Jason were endlessly patient. Each of us needed help--my husband and son had a few snags, which Jason handled, and Ethan stayed beside me to make sure I didn't slip, even standing knee-deep in cold water all day. They went above and beyond to make the trip special. The only problem now is... I'm completely hooked on fly-fishing. So our future Colorado trips will definitely include another RIGS adventure!

The sweetest people here. The place was amazing so many outstanding things to see. They were so…read moresweet to our 1.5 year old and let us fill up water for our highland cow we are transporting. Can't wait to stop by during travels, again! Thank you so much!

Great store! Owners are to be commended for their dedication and commitment. Fabulous deals! A must…read moresee and buy!