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Gear West Gear West is a specialty sports campus in Long Lake, 20 min west of Mpls. Gear West Bike & Ski offers the largest selection of cross country skis in the USA
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We started Gear West 28+ years ago because of our passion for cross country skiing, triathlons and running. Since then, we have grown into one of Minnesota's premier independently owned specialty sports businesses. Our 15000 square foot main store, Gear West Cross Country Ski and Run, offers the largest selection of cross country skis and equipment in the United States, as well as over 2100 models of run, walk, trail and track shoes. We also display apparel and accessories from over thirty manufacturers. Our second location, Gear West Adrenaline, carries casual clothing, alpine and snowboarding equipment, soccer and lacrosse gear, and skateboards. We previously carried triathlon equipment and bicycles, but this proved to be so successful that it broke off to become its own business, Gear West Bike & Tri, owned by a previous Gear West employee. Each of these departments was born from our passion for sport and for ensuring the highest quality FIT and SERVICE we can possibly provide to all who walk through our doors. The combination of all three businesses forms the Gear West Specialty Sports Campus on the east side of Long Lake. Visit us at the store or on the web, gearwest.com. Parking – Parking lot: east side is the bike/tri store, West side is the Run / XC ski store and Adrenaline store.

Part 2 is here! We’re back with more faces, more stories, and even more triathlon inspiration. Our community is full of ...
10/27/2026

Part 2 is here! We’re back with more faces, more stories, and even more triathlon inspiration. Our community is full of people chasing their own version of success, and it’s great to see what brings everyone together. Scroll through to meet more of our local triathletes and see what keeps them coming back for more!

Happy Finisher Friday! It's deep into fall, and trail runners are digging deep, as well.Congrats to Brian for a strong 9...
10/23/2026

Happy Finisher Friday! It's deep into fall, and trail runners are digging deep, as well.

Congrats to Brian for a strong 9th place finish at 100K. Brian missed a turn and added on some mileage, and still had a great result. So impressive!

Meanwhile, at , Neil takes on the looped course to add another race to his already incredible year (having finished Cocodona 250 this spring). Special congrats to Ross for taking on his very first 100 miler here, and doing so with a very fast time. We can't wait to see what both athletes do, next.

The cool thing about Gear West is that we serve athletes all year round. We're curious: what goals are you taking on next? Tag us so we can follow along.

10/23/2026

New fall apparel is here at Gear West! From cozy layers to fresh new styles, we’ve got plenty to check out as the seasons change. Stop in, browse the new arrivals, and find your next favorite fall piece!

We have such an awesome tri community here! Everyone may have different goals, but we all share the same enjoyment of th...
10/20/2026

We have such an awesome tri community here! Everyone may have different goals, but we all share the same enjoyment of the sport. Swipe through and maybe get inspired to TRY a TRI!
Stay tuned for Part 2 coming soon!

We may be biased, but this is the best Finisher Friday of the year. Yee haw, let's celebrate the  Western Country Half M...
10/16/2026

We may be biased, but this is the best Finisher Friday of the year. Yee haw, let's celebrate the Western Country Half Marathon and 5k!

Staff, friends, family, and pets of Gear West gathered together to run fast, cheer loudly, and enjoy mini doughnuts on the most gorgeous fall day we've seen in a while.

Congrats to all of our finishers, and our cowboy hats are off to those of you who secured podium spots, listed below.

Tell us: what will you remember about this year's Gear Western? Comment below!

Half marathon men:
1 Pedro Suarez 1:20:40
2 Ian Manske 1:25:55
3 Shawn Timothy 1:26:12

Half marathon women:
1 Holly Wandersee 1:31:40
2 Cortney Minger 1:33:09
3 Christine Eid 1:33:50

5K men:
1 Ted Heikkila 16:47
2 Jim Kappel 19:46
3 Brady Bergin 19:52

5K women:
1 Samantha LeMay 20:15
2 Habry Syverson 23:15
3 Ingunn Stromnes 24:04

Next Up in the Beyond the Workout Series!Strength for Endurance Athletes:Monday, October 26 | 6:00–7:00 PMLocation: Perf...
10/13/2026

Next Up in the Beyond the Workout Series!

Strength for Endurance Athletes:
Monday, October 26 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: Performance Running Gym, 4940 W 35th St, St. Louis Park

The right kind of strength for endurance sport: what to build, what to skip, and why it matters.
Speakers: Aaron PRG, Strength Coach, PRG Trainer + Jan, Gear West

BEYOND THE WORKOUT:
A year-long series blending endurance expertise with real racer experience. Each month, we’ll dive into a different topic—from nutrition and injury prevention to skiing, running, triathlons, strength, mindset, and gear—to explore the myths, guesses, and facts surrounding endurance training and health.

12 presentations. Monthly. Location and dates vary.

This event is FREE but please RSVP at the link below.
https://www.facebook.com/share/19NhiqrXMf/

What a perfect day to race. Golden trees, mini donuts, music, and new friends. Gear Western Results are in! Find yours a...
10/11/2026

What a perfect day to race. Golden trees, mini donuts, music, and new friends. Gear Western Results are in! Find yours at the link in the comments, and check back soon for a recap video and more photos. Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers (more thanks are coming). Congrats to our top finishers!

Half marathon men:
1 Pedro Suarez 1:20:40
2 Ian Manske 1:25:55
3 Shawn Timothy 1:26:12

Half marathon women:
1 Holly Wandersee 1:31:40
2 Cortney Minger 1:33:09
3 Christine Eid 1:33:50

5K men:
1 Ted Heikkila 16:47
2 Jim Kappel 19:46
3 Brady Bergin 19:52

5K women:
1 Samantha LeMay 20:15
2 Habry Syverson 23:15
3 Ingunn Stromnes 24:04

How are we feeling after   2026? Let's recap some Finishes on this Friday.Josh, Brooklyn, Sam, and many other friends an...
10/09/2026

How are we feeling after 2026? Let's recap some Finishes on this Friday.

Josh, Brooklyn, Sam, and many other friends and staff of Gear West showed up in a big way, crushing the race in great conditions. Josh beat his goal by a few minutes, and Brooklyn surprised herself with a ! Looks like she'll need to run another marathon.

Meanwhile Jan, Lance, and Jeff navigated all of the obstacles of a 100 mile gravel race to find joy at the finish of the .

Not pictured is Corey's podium finish at 11K. Unfortunately the only pictures taken of this speedy accomplishment were of the bears that frequent the course. But we can imagine the finish line smile!

Next up is our very own Gear Western. We can't wait to gather with you all tomorrow. Be sure to tag us in your photos of what is sure to be a perfect fall day.

Women’s Cross-Country Ski Weekends. Camaraderie. Skill building. Time on snow. And plenty of w**e, chocolate & protein.J...
10/09/2026

Women’s Cross-Country Ski Weekends. Camaraderie. Skill building. Time on snow. And plenty of w**e, chocolate & protein.

Join Gear West and Riverbrook Bike & Ski for two women-focused cross-country ski clinics in Hayward, Wisconsin.

Whether you’re looking to: Sharpen ski technique! (or, just learn ski technique!) Build ski confidence! Spend a weekend skiing with fun women!

Register for one or both weekends!

-December 11–13, 2026: Women W**e Ski & Chocolate Weekend Clinic.
The BIG weekend. Focus on skate or classic skiing! From beginners to intermediate skiers! (No one is too beginner to join!)

-January 1–2, 2027:
The Mini Ski Clinic #2.
Start the new year on snow! Join Gear West and Riverbrook for expert female coaching on classic and skate techniques for ALL levels of skiing.

For more information and registration check-out the link below!
https://www.gearwest.com/pages/gear-west-riverbrook-womens-cross-country-ski-weekend

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1786 W Wayzata Boulevard
Long Lake, MN
55356

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Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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