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Post by Deleted on Jun 5, 2016 8:39:37 GMT -8
Where is good place in Midwest (IA, IL, KS, MO, WI) to buy backpacking gear?
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frizz
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Post by frizz on Jun 5, 2016 13:15:55 GMT -8
Rei is a good place to start. U can visually inspect stuff in person. The folks there r very helpful.
U can find cheap stuff at major sporting goods stores or wal-mart.
I'm new to this. I started doing most online. There are websites u can buy used and clearance stuff.
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bp2go
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Post by bp2go on Jun 5, 2016 15:25:03 GMT -8
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Hungry Jack
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Post by Hungry Jack on Jun 5, 2016 18:33:16 GMT -8
REI has a great return policy and a good online store.
The Alpine Shop in Kirkwood, MO, a suburb of St Louis, is very good.
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Post by isawtman on Jun 7, 2016 5:29:19 GMT -8
Fontana Sports in Madison, Wisconsin
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Post by Campfires&Concierges on Jul 24, 2016 7:53:51 GMT -8
When I was at University of Iowa, Active Endeavors was my go-to. The states you listed cover a pretty huge area...many of which include an REI.
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Post by tallgrass on Jul 25, 2016 21:04:41 GMT -8
REI is now in Des Moines. We're on the map! Midwest Mountaineering in Minneapolis is also a good store if you're up that way.
Fin & Feather in Iowa City is probably the best local choice. Sadly Active Endeavors is more urban gear than anything (which was several years ago by me).
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mk
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Post by mk on Jul 28, 2016 5:57:48 GMT -8
There's also a new REI store near the MOA.
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Post by walkswithblackflies on Aug 1, 2016 11:33:06 GMT -8
I thought the thread title was "Where to buy beer in Iowa".
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