The best sporting goods shops in Jefferson County

“Whether you shoot stick and string or a modern rig, Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear is the local archery candy shop with traditional bows, compounds, broadheads, string-building bits, bowfishing gear, Sitka threads, Kifaru packs, knives and used finds.”

From the Lakewood newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Mountain Side Gear Rental outfits you with super clean, award-winning camping and backpacking kits that cover the essentials, plus tents, packs, stoves and winter musts like snowshoes. Trusted brands, simple pick-up or delivery, and checklists mean you spend weekends on trails, not wrestling storage bins.”

From the Lakewood newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.”

“Down River Equipment builds custom raft and cataraft frames and stocks rafts, inflatable kayaks, oars, PFDs, dry boxes, and camp kitchen gear, all backed by more than 40 years of boater-run know-how. This week, their Info Hub, checklists, and River Flow Report keep trip planning simple so you just show up and paddle.”

From the Westminster newsletter, October 9, 2026

“From trail runners and hiking boots to tents, hammocks, and camp kitchen essentials, Vital Outdoors makes gearing up painless and actually fun. They stock favorites like Patagonia, Cotopaxi, Hoka One One, Merrell, and KUHL, plus a Conservation Choice lineup if you like your adventures a little greener.”

From the Arvada newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Since 1994, Bentgate Mountaineering has been kitting out Front Range diehards with legit climbing gear, alpine touring and splitboard setups, gravel bikes and eBikes, plus pro bootfitting, custom footbeds, ski tunes, and rentals. If your weekend plan involves rocks, snow, or dirt, they’ll get you dialed.”

From the Arvada newsletter, October 15, 2026

“Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.”

“Need tough-as-nails workwear or legit field gear for your next Front Range wander? Arvada Army Navy Surplus has been kitting out Coloradans since 1982 with Carhartt, Levi’s, camping essentials, military surplus, backpacks, and emergency prep. Upgrade your kit before the weekend hits.”

From the Arvada newsletter, October 8, 2026

“Warehouse-sized space with a huge variety of bicycles, clothing & gear, plus a pro shop for repairs.”