The Desert Rat - St. George, Utah

Daniel Carter

Great stuff here for all sorts of outdoor adventures. Got some climbing shoes from here and i love them! They have a membership program now that gives you 2% back on all purchases (it's really small, but other places don't always have this option) Super nice and knowledgeable staff as well.

G K (He Who Drives)

These guys were great! Had the correct shock cord for my tent and offered to restring my poles for me as I waited! How awesome is that!
Will definitely get my future gear here.

Jeff Jenson

The crew at Desert Rat is friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. We always feel great about our experience here! They set us up for great trips every time. We do a lot of hikes as a family and we guide in the area as well. We are always treated great by the staff at the Desert Rat.

Thomas Koth

Stopped in to get some information on local sport climbing areas. Everyone was super cool and , I believe his name is Coup, was very enthusiastic providing us with solid climbing routes! Great local shop with awesome friendly people!

Austin Fisher

I love local gear stores. Like, REAL local gear stores. When you walk in they have a feeling about them - they aren't just a store, but a meeting place for local adventurers; a resource to stock up before the trip; a hangout to recount the epic afterwards; a group of people that understand the call to explore the cliffs and canyons and are there to make it happen.

We stop by every chance we get when we are in St George. The staff is friendly and know their stuff. Do you need cordalette to build a quad? They'll talk nuance of 6mm vs 7mm with you. Want the best sandals to hike in sand? They know which ones go the distance. Need to know where to climb after a rain storm? They DEFINITELY know.

Recently, development is endangering local climbing and biking areas, including Moe's Valley, and they are raising awareness for these issues. They're working with the Access Fund, local government, local outdoor groups, and others to try to save the areas we love to play in. I don't see the big box stores trying to save Green Valley Gap. Support these guys, they are the real deal!

Kimball Coffin

This is a cool place and they have cool gear but they're just too expensive. I spent 30 bucks on a pair of wool socks there before I knew that you could find them cheaper elsewhere. I also spent 15 bucks on a tough plastic bowl with a lid. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is great, but if you're shopping on a budget go somewhere else.

Jeremy Davit

I had the great privilege of meeting Gavin and Christian at Desert Rat. They were very helpful and accommodating. They are great listeners and aligned their services to my needs with great attention to detail. The most memorable part of the experience is that they created an experience. The time I spent with them did not feel transactional as most “retail” experiences go. They hooked me up with some rental crash pads for bouldering and advised me well as to where to go and stay away from following the previous day’s rain. I have no experience on sandstone and they educated me on matters concerning pulling holds off, eroding edges etc. after humidity etc. I don’t want to be “that guy from out of town” disrespecting the rock. They were so helpful in providing a big picture view of the area and best practices, etiquette and more. And what enthusiasm!!! Christian and Gavin are a tremendous asset to this incredible business. So many offerings and services at Desert Rat. I will be back anytime I am in the area! Thank you Christian, Gavin and Supe!

Chris

The guys and gals at the Desert Rat know their stuff -- and their customer service goes above and beyond. I had a pair of hiking shoes that didn't meet my expectations and they ended up making me feel like the shoes didn't meet both OUR expectations. All in all, a wonderful, positive experience. I left extremely happy. I can't recommend these guys enough.