The Best Mail-In Gear Repair Services in 2022

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One of the best ways to be an eco-conscious gear consumer is to reduce how much you purchase. Creating and shipping new gear is incredibly resource intensive, the manufacturing process often utilizes a massive amount of water and energy, and also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. One way to reduce your environmental impact is to purchase durable gear that will last you a long time, and repair rather than replace when it becomes worn down.

There are services all over the United States that specialize in outdoor gear repair, we’ve compiled some of the best below.

Here are the best companies for mail-in gear repair in 2022

Mountain Soles & Outdoor Threads - This Portland, Oregon based gear repair shop has been repairing gear since 1979. Take or mail in anything from jackets to drysuits and cross country ski boots.

Rugged Thread - Located in Bend Oregon, Rugged Thread offers repair services for zippers, outerwear, backpacks, tents and sleeping bags for locals and mail-in customers alike.

Gear Washers - Based in Denver, Colorado, Gear Washers helps you extend the life of your gear with cleaning and waterproofing services.

Patagonia - Often hailed as the golden standard for conscious brands, Patagonia offers repairs on their gear when it wears down. Either take your old Patagonia gear to the nearest store or send it in to get repaired.

Dave Page Cobbler - From hiking and telemark boots to rock climbing shoes and Birkenstocks, Dave Page is the go-to guy for outdoor shoe repair. Dave is based in Seattle, Washington and also accepts mail. -in repairs.