Frontier Gear Repair provides a full range of sewing repair services for outdoor gear, including zippers, backpacks, tents, technical gear, and more.
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Frontier Gear Repair provides a full range of sewing repair services for outdoor gear, including zippers, backpacks, tents, technical gear, and more.
Give us a brief description of your manufacturing processes and philosophy
At Frontier Gear Repair in Fernie, BC, we see outdoor gear as more than just equipment — it’s part of your journey. That’s why we specialize in gear repair and sewing repairs for jackets, backpacks, tents, and technical equipment, extending the life of the gear you trust most.
How many employees and/or contractors do you work with?
One.
What brought you to the Kootenays and how long have you been here?
I’ve lived in several ski towns in the Kootenays and now call Fernie home. Frontier Gear Repair grew out of the need for expert outdoor gear repair within our region.
Tell us about the history and relative work experience of your founder(s).
Nick Marks is the Owner of Frontier Gear Repair. He is a designer, maker, and storyteller with a passion for the outdoors and the gear that enables these adventures. His background is a diverse blend of studies in architectural technology, fine arts, and woodworking, alongside professional experience as a graphic designer, fabricator, and product developer. What unites his work is a commitment to craftsmanship, innovative problem-solving, and crafting durable, lasting creations. Frontier Gear Repair emerged from this same dedication with a mission to keep cherished gear on the trail, minimize waste, and honour the stories woven into every seam. For Nick, repair is more than fixing something broken; it’s about giving gear a renewed chapter in its ongoing story.
Describe the mission, vision, goals, and aspirations of your company.
Our mission goes beyond repair. We’re building a culture of sustainability, reuse, and resilience in the outdoor industry, with Fernie at the frontier. Whether it’s a trusted jacket, a weathered pack, or technical gear that needs care, Frontier Gear Repair provides the sewing and repair expertise to make sure your adventures continue — season after season.
The goal is for Frontier Gear Repair to become the leading repair center in the Kootenay region and growing partnerships with leading gear manufacturers for warranty claims and keeping the cycle of gear local.
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