Marmot

Specialties

Since 1974, climbers, skiers, mountaineers and adventurers world-​wide have relied on Marmot products in the most extreme environments on earth. We work with professional mountain guides, world-​class athletes and expeditions to push the limits of product innovation and technology. Now its your turn to put our products to the test. Come in and chat with our knowledgeable staff to find your ski wear, ski gear, hiking clothes, insulated jackets, rain shells, and outdoor fashion.

History

Established in 1974.

In April 1971, University of California Santa Cruz students Eric Reynolds and Dave Huntley were in Alaska for a Glaciology project. It was there on a glacier that the idea of a Marmot Club began. The name ‘Marmot’ refers to a group of highly social, large ground squirrels that live in mountainous areas. To become a Marmot, you had to climb a glaciated peak with another Marmot. One of the rules of the club was that everyone was President. Most of the other rules dealt with a collegiate fascination for bodily functions.

Throughout that summer and over the next two years, Eric and Dave also began making down products in their dorm room. they rented a 100 year old stone building near downtown and opened a rental and retail shop under the name of Marmot Mountain Works. Marmot has grown quite a bit since our humble beginnings in 1974, but one thing has never changed; our commitment to designing the highest quality performance product. In 2014 we celebrated our 40^th anniversary.

Meet the Manager

Neal M.

Manager

Hike on over to the store and Neal will outfit you for the slopes or your next mountain adventure!