On April 1, 1973, Gary Neptune first opened the doors to his little shop in the university town of Boulder, Colorado. In the beginning, the shop primarily repaired climbing and ski boots, and also installed edges on wooden skis and re-shafted ice axes. Gary surrounded himself with a staff of fellow adventurers fueled by the same passions and set about creating a shop run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.

The staff at Neptune continue to seek out perfect rock, fresh snow, and dizzying heights all around the world. From the very beginning, Gary Neptune's easy-going and informal approach attracted many fellow enthusiasts over the years, and that culture continues today. Hands-on experience is important and playtime a necessity. And sharing that passion for "all things outdoors" with new adventurers or fellow enthusiasts is what the staff LOVES doing!