Who better to get backpacking advice than someone (Debbie) with 12 years of experience leading 100s of people in Grand Canyon National Park on hiking and backpacking trips? Just Roughin' It was offering informative informational tips led by Debbie and we jumped at the opportunity to hear her advice. She covered things to know before you go, nutritional information before, during and after the hike, the best time to go, what you can expect when the rims are open/closed, route options, trail etiquette, weather and what to wear and bring on your hike. There was a PDF that Debbie put together. We purchased the PDF along with a durable map and plan on returning to purchase other gear. They also have gear that is available for rent if you don't want to purchase all the equipment. Just Roughin' It also offers trip planning, workshops, events and custom training programs. I feel more confident in knowing what to expect and how to prepare for my Grand Canyon Rim to Rim adventure. Thank you, Debbie and Just Roughin' It! * Locally owned * Support other local vendors/business read more

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Stopped into this location to rent hiking gear for our Havasupai trip. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and helpful for everyone in our group! We were traveling with a group of 6 and have varying hiking/backpacking experience levels. Packing lists were provided, as well as anecdotal experiences from previously serving as a guide in Havasupai. Would recommend for all of your camping, backpacking, and outdoor needs if shopping small/local checks your box!! read more

Just Roughin' It Adventure Company - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Great local store with key items for a great hike. The owners are awesome and so helpful. They even have some resale and consignment items!

Owner and staff are very knowledgeable about hikes in the valley and across the state. They have classes to prepare for various hikes and organize groups to go on hikes. The equipment they sell is high quality and.they have a variety of hiking and camping gear. read more

We stopped in, excited to find a local option for outdoor gear, but after this experience we'll not be visiting again. All the prices of REI without the friendly service. When we went up to pay we tried to make conversation about rental options and asked about a specific brand for of tent we've been curious about trying. The clerk told us she'd never heard of it and they'd only rent out very basic stuff to people like us because renters just bring back everything broken. So much for looking for other ways to patronize a local business. She then walked away from the counter, but we still hadn't paid, so she came back but just talked down to us about why the tent we were interested in was a terrible idea (even though she had never heard of it). She's "been camping for years" so she'd know better than us-- even though we too grew up camping and I'm pretty sure we are all the same age. It was very condescending and obviously not a great way to get return business. We certainly don't want to buy or rent anything else from someone who thinks so little of their customers. read more

We came here for a lecture and advice for hiking in the Grand Canyon room to rim. It was very informative plenty of merchandise plan on coming back at the end of the month for a follow up lecture and will be purchasing some gear at that time prices comparable to the store and we prefer to support. Also, I did get an email saying that they price match. I'm not sure if that was a one time thing or if that's regularly an option. There was a little bit of everything to choose from all your needs for hiking and camping. They even offer rentals. read more

Locally owned, incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, informative and friendly. I have attended hiking talks there and purchased a few products. They recently went above and beyond for me to help me locate a receipt from 2019 to help with a lifetime warranty on my favorite sleeping bag that I bought there for hiking and camping. I highly recommend if you need any gear for hiking/outdoor fun, stop into to talk to them and help find what you need! 5 stars! Support local! Thank you so much! read more

I recently stopped by to look at new hiking shoes and they were great. Ray listened to my issues and worked with me to find the perfect pair. He was very patient and didn't push me or hurry me along. I found a great pair and they worked perfect on my trip to Banff! Live supporting local businesses! read more

Just Roughin' It Adventure Company - New Obozs! - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Debbie spent a good amount of time educating me and helping me select the necessities for my backpacking trip. I rented a one person tent. When i picked it up the sales guy set it up with me. This was to make sure all parts were in the bag and I got to experience how it went together. So grateful, thank you. read more

They were willing to exchange a pair of Outdoor Research pants I bought online for my son, for a more favored color. with no strings attached. I ended buying additional supplies for him when I found I could complete my shopping list there. Debbie and Ray were so helpful with tips and guide data. Can't get this at REI. The personal service is so valuable. Prices are the same at closer stores, but I come here because the place has personality and warmth about the environment. read more

This is a review for the shop (I have never gone on an outdoor tour with them). I didn't do to much research prior to visiting the shop so I was surprised to see how small it was. Everything was well organized and the staff seemed pretty friendly. I found that prices were only slightly higher than what you would find at a big sporting store. You could probably be in and out of this place within 10 minutes given the size of the shop read more

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This is a well-deserved, five-star review for an awesome business. In fact, I've been meaning to write about this small, locally owned business since early summer (it's already early next year). I love their larger competitor, REI, too. I discovered this smaller business a bit later, probably because they are unassuming and not instantly recognized as one of the "big boys" in Scottsdale. Sadly, I passed by their business in my humble car several times before finally stopping in (five sad years). Why? Because this place looks like it is for serious, and I mean serious, outdoorsmen. It is! What I failed to see, however, that this place is also for those of us who asprire to be more of an outdoorsman (no, I'm not going there with the -man, -woman-, -it IDs, although that's all cool, too. To the point: You'll get personalized service from knowledgeable, go-out-of-their-way staff who give a sh#*. They have great product and will adapt to your needs. Need I say more? read more

As much as I love REI, this place is legit for outdoor loving fun! The staff is so personable and helpful when it comes to preparing for the outdoors, whether if it's camping, hiking, or whatever your heart desires. They pride themselves in supporting local businesses. They sell items from State 48 and Not Vodka water bottles (which I had no idea was right here in Arizona)! Originally I came in to pick up a shirt from State 48 that supports saving wildlife, so of course, I had to get it. Little did I know that I'd find a lot of helpful camping gear. I just got back from backpacking Havasupai and I could have found a lot of options here for light weight camping gear that I did not see at REI surprisingly. As far as attire goes, they carry a lot of more stylish clothes that you'd actually wear again and not just for camping but for just being outdoors and hiking as well. I was eyeing some Prana tops and pants I must admit. The footwear I was comparing online for Havasupai, since I knew there'd be a lot of water crossing and playing while exploring the different falls, were all at this shop! All except for Lunas, which I ended up going with, but maybe I just missed that. If you're a first time camper, they can help organize and set up your trip too! They make all your bucket list desires feasible if it seems a bit daunting to plan a trip. They host workshops that inform you how to pack and how to prepare for adventurous trips. They're tucked away in a older strip mall off the 101 and Shea Blvd so without word of mouth or Instagram, they might be missed! I suggest checking this place out for yourself and seeing how awesome this store and staff are! read more

Absolutely love this store when visiting the area. You can definitely tell that the owners take a lot of pride in what they offer to the public and go above and beyond to assist their customers in finding exactly what they are looking for, for the great outdoors. Thanks for suggesting Xero barefoot/minimalist shoes!! Love them. read more

Great store, great owners, great quality products! Husband and I stopped in looking for hiking/trail running shoes and were hooked up with some great Solomon's which I had never tried before. Owner helped us get the correct size and shoe appropriate for our missions. Fast, easy and fun. Will be our first stop for future needs. read more

Great product knowledge and patient help in selecting what I needed. Good range of product especially in these pandemic times. Obviously years of trail experience. And I love their Salomon La Sportiva boots. For women with narrow feet they are an amazing fit. Also excellent grip in the tread for Arizona's Rocky and gravelly climbs. read more

This shop is awesome! Family owned they love stocking small company gear and the owner Jay is super nice and kind he's always asking if you need anything and full of information... would rather use this shop over REI any day !!! read more

Hands down, this is our favorite store! It is our first stop when we need new hiking items, camping gear, packs, or clothes for our adventures. The owners are super helpful and provide the best advice recommendations. We recently hiked Havasupai and made a few stops in here to get the items we needed. read more

Went in for a quick look around- husband waiting - for a new waist pack for water, phone, tissues and lip balm. 1 is falling apart and the other 1 is really for running and doesn't fit my phone. While I was shown a $90 Osprey model, which I would have to think about, I was next shown one that's meant for dog owners at $40. Bought the $40 one as it's smaller and perfect for short hikes around town. Will go back and shop when I have more time, by myself. SHOP LOCAL! They off gear rentals, too! read more

A family group of 6 people and a last minute addition joined Chad and Patrick for a fantastic 4 day adventure from the North to South Rim of the Canyon. The entire group smiled the entire time and if can hack the weight of the pack this is one great adventure. The guides were great and the weather was also incredible as well. Ribbon Falls, an evening in the Phantom Ranch store having a few Buds and the sunset on the Plateau are things that make life worthwhile. The JRI staff is fantastic and did everything they could to get us ready for the hike, it is not an easy walk by any means, and they really do a good prep job for gear and training. I will use this group again without any hesitation. They rock if you want the Canyon.... read more

Exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable staff! Bought a great pair of hiking shoes and some fun socks. Nice selection of hiking and trail shoes and boots. Lots of great gear too. Highly recommend! read more

They know their stuff! Helpful, kind & nice...can't wait to go back! I needed to order in NY size, and they cane in quickly, got the call, and they remembered me! read more

I went in and they were very hassle free , knowledgeable, and friendly. They seem wired to help me find the best deal/right gear and I felt even better about buying from them realizing I was buying from a small business. read more

I had an absolutely incredible time on the South Kaibab to Bright Angel tour with Just Roughin' It. This was really my first backpacking trip and having a company like Just Rougin' It take care of the entire experience was just a breeze. Their entire program, which included being picked up near a hotel near Scottsdale Airport and driven to the canyon was just perfectly done. I can't say enough great things about tour guide Liz Griffiths, if you go on a tour with Just Roughin' It, you should absolutely ask to see if she's available. The group we had was a blast, with a lot of laughs and an incredible experience from start to finish. The views in the Grand Canyon are just unbelievable. You will see some views that are almost impossible to believe and you'll have an experience impossible to forget. Highly Recommended! read more

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Mu first backpacking trip was a success because of Sabrina and the owners of this establishment. Not only are they friendly, knowledgeable and reasonable priced but they really care about you having a great experience. I went in almost weekly with questions about my upcoming trip to Havasupai Falls. They got me in the right gear, made sure I knew how to use everything correctly and mostly important I was prepared. My trip was great because of them. read more

Great advice from experienced owner. If you're going to venture out or looking to start exploring I would recommend chatting with these guys! read more

My daughter and I just got back from Havasupai, using JRI Adventure Company. If you plan this trip through this company, please insist that Adam Harward be your guide. Adam has been down that canyon dozens of times and is a backpacking bad ass. He made sure that everyone was well taken care of. His attention to feet care, hydration and nutrition made sure our bodies were able to manage the demanding schedule and experience/enjoy everything. Additionally, Adams knowledge of the secret spots, supai tribe, geology and botany were educational. It seemed that Adam had an interesting story for every area we ventured to. My only wish is that we left the trail head early to escape the heat. Other than that one small issue, this company runs a tight ship. Kudos JRI and Adam Harward!!!!! read more

I booked a hiking trip with Just Roughin' it. Later I called to check about changing the dates, leaving a clear message to CALL ME. They changed the date, canceled the guide to the original date, then called me. My trip plans ended up not changing, and I lost the trip because of it. read more

Never ever ever again will I purchase a guided hike without doing my research. Do not use this company! I do not know how to delete the one star. After much thought, I decided not to elaborate on this hike, hence I will not receive a refund. First may I state I will never return to the Grand Canyon. Such terrible memories. I will express my horror as we ran out of food and water, as our "ONE" water filter broke. day 2, of 4 days. There are many many other terrible mishaps that took place, but I will only state , "Take my word for it! Use a different company!" read more

My wife booked us a half-day kayaking trip at Canyon Lake for my birthday. Went out this morning, and were met by our guide, John. After a brief lesson, we were paddling across the lake. Neither of us had been in a kayak before, and we had a blast. John was friendly, and fun, and full of information. Thanks, John, for a great morning! Dane and Jenn read more

Great customer service! Helped with sizing, very patient and professional. We'll be back for sure.

Just finished a rim2rim hike of the Grand Canyon. Booked outfitting and guide service through JRI. Equipment provided (backpack, tent, sleeping bag) was top self. Best of all our guide was amazing! Put up with 5 moderately aged men for our 4 day adventure like a champ. The guide prepared delicious meals, helped with our equipment, shared fun facts and history of the Canyon, and most of all helped me to finish. Without his help I would probably still be in the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Thanks Ryan Ashley! I would recommend JRI and highly recommend Ryan! read more

We had a great trip with Dallan and the team at Just Roughin It. We hiked the Grand Canyon and camped in Cremation Canyon. The team was great in all the advance prep and it was a blast. Dallan was very informative on the history, geology, etc ... and made us a great dinner as the sun dropped in the canyon. Perfect. Additionally, it was nice having someone else working out all the permits. I already have my next trip booked. read more

Just Roughin' It Adventure Company - Hiking out - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Thanks Ray for all the help I made it to the battleship and back safe and sound. Even took a swim (burr) and saw some nice flowers. All the gear you recommended worked and kept me warm and comfy. read more

Our guide Ryan was awesome! We had the best time and such breathtaking sights. Very informative and knowledgeable about the canyon and VERY patient. Managed to make coffee even with a missing coffee filter... amazing. We went to the best waterfalls It was beautiful. read more

Havasu Fall!!!! My first backpacking trip and it was awesome! Our team was 9 women strong with two leaders. Jason Hamburger and Katie Schowalter were amazing leaders from the orientation thru the end of our trip! They were fun, informative, great cooks, and caring. They took very good care of us and made the trip fantastic. I highly recommend Just Roughin' It adventures! read more

My husband and I have taken two backpacking trips with Just Roughin It- Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon with Chad and Gregor and one that we just completed in Yosemite- Yosemite Falls to Snow Creek with Ryka. Both were four day, three night camping and hiking trips. We really like this company and they give a discount for repeat customers. It's also nice to travel with guides who are knowledgeable about the area, know the trails and can assist with any issues that arise. The guides were all very friendly and knowledgeable. The company provided almost all of the gear and the food-which is pretty good. The guides showed a lot of concern for the well being of guests including foot care, hydration, and the general fatigue factor. We would definitely travel with them again. read more

Just got back from a 4 day trip to Havasupai. Amazing experience. Customer service is awesome at this company. Any question I had was answered quickly and any special requests were resolved. Thanks again for a once in a lifetime experience! read more

Our family needed hiking shoes, my husband found this awesome store. The customer service was amazing, they didn't rush us into buying just any pair. I'm not good with names but the man and woman who were working this day were very kind, and knew all about the products they were selling. My husband and I also got hydration packs, again knew a lot about the product. We will definitely return to this store to buy gear for our up coming adventures. read more

We just finished the 4 day South Kaibab/Bright Angel loop at the Grand Canyon. This included side hikes to Ribbon Falls and Plateau Point. While it was one of the most challenging things my fiance and I have ever done, it was an incredible experience. Our guide Ken was incredible. He was patient, motivating, and extremely knowledgeable about the Canyon. He cooked incredible meals that I did not expect for being below the rim in the Canyon. We hiked 33 Miles over 4 days and for two novice east coast hikers, Ken's ability to motivate us through the aches and pains made this an enjoyable experience and a great achievement in our book. I would definitely recommend Just Roughin It to anyone who has hiking and camping the Canyon on their bucket list but is a bit intimidated to do it all on their own. JRI and Ken tended to everything and made the trip a memory that we will have forever. read more