Eastern Mountain Sports will celebrate the grand opening of its relocated store in Stamford, CT next week. The 8,144-square-foot store at the Ridgeway Shopping Center will carry kid's products and rent paddle sports gear for the first time.
It will also feature a road running footwear collection, a paddle sports department (including equipment rental), snowshoes, sleeping bags, backpacks, tents and kayaks.
"Connecticut has been an important part of Eastern Mountain Sports' history and success, even more so with the company's headquarters here," said Mark Walsh, CEO, Vestis Retail Group. "We are thankful for the support we've received and the many relationships we've formed in Connecticut. As outdoor activities are such an important part of daily life here, we are committed to providing our customers best-in-class service matched by outdoor products that make outdoor activities accessible and enjoyable. Our store guides are experts in the outdoor sports we support, as every member is passionate about the outdoors and sharing their knowledge. We look forward to continuing to serve the Stamford area and invite everyone to join our grand opening festivities."
The grand opening celebration, Sept. 14-20, 2014, will showcase the latest Fall 2014 outerwear and equipment for fall hiking and winter sports activities, including EMS's ultra lightweight men's and women's Icarus Down Jacket, Icarus Down Hoodie, and Icarus Down Vest. The pieces have been design to be worn alone or as part of a layering system and feature DownTek treated goose down that provides warmth even in wet conditions as well as Durable Water Repellent (DWR) shells to shed light rain and snow.
