About Jagged Edge Mountain Gear
Jagged Edge Mountain Gear is a locally owned outdoor equipment shop on East Colorado Avenue in the heart of Telluride's historic downtown. Founded over thirty years ago, the store has earned a reputation as the go-to destination for serious climbers, backcountry skiers, and alpine enthusiasts who demand high-quality technical gear. Unlike generic rental shops, Jagged Edge is a specialist retailer that caters to the dedicated mountain athlete — think ice axes and crampons rather than basic ski packages.
The retail floor is stocked with top-tier equipment from brands like Black Diamond, Petzl, Arc'teryx, La Sportiva, and Mammut. Climbing hardware, alpine touring setups, backcountry safety gear including beacons, probes, and shovels, plus a curated selection of trail running shoes and hiking boots round out the inventory. While Jagged Edge is primarily a retail operation, they also rent backcountry ski touring kits and mountaineering equipment for visitors who want to explore Telluride's spectacular high-alpine terrain without hauling specialized gear across the country.
What truly sets Jagged Edge apart is their own line of bags, packs, and apparel manufactured in Colorado using American-sourced materials — a rarity in the outdoor industry. The staff are active climbers and backcountry skiers who bring genuine expertise to every interaction, whether you need help selecting the right cam size for a route in the San Juans or want advice on avalanche conditions in the backcountry. For Telluride visitors with a taste for technical mountain pursuits, Jagged Edge is the shop that speaks your language.
