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Want to own a gear shop? This Eagle County business is for sale and the owners want to sell it to a local

Prior to becoming Alpine Quest Sports, the outdoor retail shop was under local ownership as Mountain Quest Sports and the Sports Recycler. (Provided by Alpine Quest Sports)
Prior to becoming Alpine Quest Sports, the outdoor retail shop was under local ownership as Mountain Quest Sports and the Sports Recycler. (Provided by Alpine Quest Sports)
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Wanna buy a gear shop?

That’s the question Sean Glackin is posing to locals in the Eagle County area. Glackin, who has owned Alpine Quest Sports with his wife, Cory, since 2005, is ready to move to the next chapter in life but wants to see the business go to another person or group who is passionate about the outdoor mountain lifestyle.

“I would love to have a local take over this business for several reasons. Having passionate and knowledgeable individuals at the helm ensures a higher level of expertise, personalized service, community connection and advocacy, all of which contribute to a better experience for customers and our river, rock and snow community,” Glackin said.

On Alpine Quest Sports’ website, it states that it is a company that is run by those who love the outdoors for those who love the outdoors.

The Glackins are working with a business broker, Thom Beckett, but they wanted to put the call out there that this local establishment is up for grabs.

Read the full story from our partner at vaildaily.com.

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