Roots

About Roots

Roots stocks Canadian-made outdoor apparel that actually works in the Rockies, not just looks good in Instagram posts. You'll find their signature leather jackets, wool sweaters, and technical gear designed for cold weather. This is a rare chance to buy quality basics that locals actually wear instead of tourist trinkets.

The store carries their full range of outerwear, accessories, and footwear. Grab a pair of their beaver leather boots if your feet will be pounding trails all week. Their wool socks are genuinely worth the price when you're hiking in November. The staff knows the difference between fashion and function, so ask them what performs best in local conditions.

Shop here in shoulder seasons (May or September) when you can actually move through the store without dodging tour groups. Summer mornings before 10 a.m. work if you're desperate. The trade-off: prices reflect Canadian retail markups, so this isn't budget shopping. Skip it if you're just looking for a cheap souvenir hoodie. This place makes sense if you're outfitting yourself properly for serious time outdoors.