British outdoor brand Rab (owned by Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.), the industry leader in merging the development of quality outdoor gear and apparel with sustainability and environmental awareness, held a grand opening event on August 2 for its new store in Denver, marking a significant expansion of the company’s Colorado presence and commitment to the Mountain People community.
Located at 1551 Platte St., the new store spans 2,320 square feet—more than twice the size of its original location across the street at 1550 Platte St, Suite A. The expanded space showcases a comprehensive selection of Rab’s technical gear for climbers, mountaineers, hikers, skiers, and adventurers, from technical shells and down products to versatile backpacks and sleeping bags.
“We are thrilled to open the new Rab Denver location to our old friends as well as adventurers discovering Rab’s collection of incredible performance gear for the first time,” says Dan Gambino, Rab Denver Store Manager. “Relocating took roughly two years, but the wait was worth it. The extra space allows for more of the products and expedition gear that our customers love, and gives us the chance to host more premier events and instructional clinics led by our outdoor experts.”
The strategic expansion reflects Rab’s wholesale-led business approach, where the new store serves as a brand showcase and community hub to support brand awareness and customer experience. The location strengthens Rab’s engagement with Colorado’s active Mountain People community, supported by the company’s growing U.S. operations in the market. The Denver store is currently Rab’s only physical retail store in the U.S.
Richard Leedham, Rab CEO, comments: “We are excited about our new Denver presence. With its welcoming ambience and community-focused approach, it will support our U.S. retailers by providing our consumers with an inspiring first-hand Rab brand experience.”
In addition to the grand opening ceremony, Rab Denver will host Run Club events led by a Rab ambassador on the first Tuesday of every month beginning Aug. 5, and a movie night featuring films produced by Rab or featuring Rab athletes on the last Thursday of every month beginning Aug. 28.
The new Rab Denver store is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday.
