Durango Outdoor Exchange strives to be a gear store for everyone. We hope you feel a sense of community and place the minute you walk through the door. Whether you are brand new to a sport and looking for guidance or just in for your weekly check on sweet used gear finds, we are so happy you’re here. We are thankful for each and every customer and consignor and feel lucky we get to continue growing in our dream jobs. And now, for the introductions…
We believe great adventures shouldn’t come at the planet’s expense.
From extending the life of outdoor gear and carrying eco-conscious brands to engaging in community outreach, installing solar panels, and adding an EV charging station — sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
When you consign and shop with us, you're helping build a more environmentally responsible outdoor community. Explore more, waste less — it’s that simple.
Thanksgiving is almost here–and skiing this early is always a gamble. Here are some non-skiing warm(er) weather destination ideas for the long break.
Just a couple hours from Durango, Valles Caldera is a great cross-country skiing destination, with surprisingly good snow and very few visitors.
Valles Caldera National Preserve is a popular hiking destination in the summer and a surprisingly great skiing destination in the winter.
When spending one night (or many) in the backcountry, a warm dinner at night and hot beverage in the morning can make the difference. That invariably involves using a stove of some sort–but which one?
Stove technology has been around for decades, but new tech is making them lighter, more efficient, and more dependable than ever before. Here’s a rundown of the different kinds of backpacking stoves: