Telluride Sports - Camel's Garden

Bill Hedger opened the original Olympic Sports on Main Street in 1972, establishing a retail anchor that has evolved into Telluride Sports - Camel's Garden. For nearly five decades, this shop has outfitted locals and tourists with ski, snowboard, and bike rentals alongside clothing and accessories. The business operates multiple locations throughout Telluride, ensuring accessibility for visitors exploring every corner of town.

Beyond retail sales, Telluride Sports provides specialized technical services. The shop offers comprehensive boot fittings and quick tunes for both skis and bicycles. A key differentiator is their use of world-renowned Snowell equipment for precision tuning. Technicians program over 100 variables on these machines to customize wax and edge work for current mountain conditions. Customers can drop gear in the afternoon for overnight tuning, which includes basic rinses, full bike washes, drivetrain cleaning, and brake adjustments. The shop also handles repairs and part installations.

The staff emphasizes local knowledge, helping customers navigate outdoor sports options and offering guidance on everything from trip planning to finding the best breakfast spots before lift opening. This blend of equipment sales, technical repair services, and local expertise has kept Telluride Sports a constant presence through the town's growth from a small mining and skiing destination to a major resort.