Gear

Swenson’s Outdoors is a local landmark and good option for buying last minute gear. Located at 105 West Main Street in downtown Grass Valley. (530) 273-7315.

The River Store: 1032 Lotus Rd, Lotus Ca 95651 (530) 626-3435. Heading North on Hwy 49, take a left at Lotus Rd and its straight from there to the River Store. Kayaks, PFDs, paddles, helmets, and more.

Sports Exchange: 10095 W. River St, Truckee (530) 582-4510 Off Hwy 80. Take Hwy 89 north from Truckee to get to Downieville.

Online Retail Gear Shops

REI.com: Great named brand gear at affordable prices. Visit a retail store or shop online.

Altrec’s Outlet Warehouse: 30-60% Off : Huge discounts on named brand gear from Patagonia, The North Face, Marmot and more.