Upcoming At the Shop
Intro to Mountaineering
Reach new heights safely. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters introduces the essential skills and knowledge needed to start mountaineering with confidence.
*Dan Christopherson from 12 Finger Outdoor Adventures will teach all of the climbing classes and will have, at later dates, paid instruction to help interested people progress into new areas in the outdoors*
What You’ll Learn
Basics of mountaineering and alpine terrain
Essential gear overview (crampons, ice axes, ropes, and boots)
Navigation and route planning in mountain environments
Weather awareness and hazard recognition
Safety and risk management
Intro to Trad Climbing
Step into the world of traditional climbing. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters teaches the skills and safety you need to start climbing outdoors on trad routes.
*Dan Christopherson from 12 Finger Outdoor Adventures will teach all of the climbing classes and will have, at later dates, paid instruction to help interested people progress into new areas in the outdoors*
What You’ll Learn
Basics of traditional (trad) climbing vs. sport climbing
Gear overview: cams, nuts, hexes, and anchors
How to place protection safely
Building and cleaning anchors
Risk awareness and route reading
Intro to Cooking for Backpacking
Make your backcountry meals delicious and easy. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters will teach you how to plan, prepare, and cook meals for overnight or multi-day trips.
What You’ll Learn
How to plan lightweight, nutritious backpacking meals
Food storage and safety in the backcountry
Cooking techniques for camp stoves and open fire
Meal prep tips to save time and space
Snack ideas and energy-boosting foods for the trail
Intro to Sport Lead Climbing
Take your climbing to the next level. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters teaches you the fundamentals of sport lead climbing so you can climb safely and confidently outdoors.
*Dan Christopherson from 12 Finger Outdoor Adventures will teach all of the climbing classes and will have, at later dates, paid instruction to help interested people progress into new areas in the outdoors*
What You’ll Learn
Basics of lead climbing and clipping techniques
Proper use of quickdraws and rope management
Falling safely on lead
Route reading and movement strategies
Intro to Birdwatching | Feather Quest
Slow down and see more outdoors. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters will teach you how to spot, identify, and enjoy birds wherever you are.
Taught by Mike Marshall from Feather Quest
What You’ll Learn
Basics of bird identification (size, shape, color, behavior)
How to use field guides and apps
Common local bird species and habitats
How to listen for and recognize bird calls
Best times and places to go bird watching
Water Filtration & Purification
Stay safe outdoors by learning how to treat your water properly. This class at Pando Refitters covers the essential skills you need to find, filter, and purify water on any adventure.
What You’ll Learn
The difference between filtration vs. purification
Common waterborne risks in the outdoors
How to choose the right method for your trip
Best practices for collecting water safely
When to filter, treat, or boil
Methods Covered
Pump filters
Squeeze/gravity filters
Chemical treatments (drops/tablets)
UV purification
Boiling as a backup
Gym to Crag Intro Class
Ready to take your climbing outside? This class at Pando Refitters is designed to help indoor climbers confidently transition to outdoor climbing.
*Dan Christopherson from 12 Finger Outdoor Adventures will teach all of the climbing classes and will have, at later dates, paid instruction to help interested people progress into new areas in the outdoors*
What You’ll Learn
Key differences between gym and outdoor climbing
Outdoor climbing etiquette and ethics
How to clean anchors and lower safely
Basic anchor concepts and safety systems
Route reading and risk awareness outdoors
Gear essentials for outdoor climbing
Intro to Backpacking
New to backpacking? Start here. This beginner-friendly class at Pando Refitters will give you the knowledge and confidence to plan and complete your first overnight trip.
What You’ll Learn
How to pack your backpack
Essential gear overview
Trip planning basics
Food and water planning
Leave No Trace principles
Basic safety and preparedness
Intro to Rock Climbing
New to climbing? Start here. Our Intro to Rock Climbing class at Pando Refitters is designed to give you the basics in a simple, supportive environment.
*Dan Christopherson from 12 Finger Outdoor Adventures will teach all of the climbing classes and will have, at later dates, paid instruction to help interested people progress into new areas in the outdoors*
*no experience needed*
Taught by: Richard (30+ years of experience)
What You’ll Learn
• How to use essential gear (shoes, harness, ropes)
• Safety fundamentals and best practices
• Climbing basics and movement techniques
• How to get started climbing locally
Bike Commuting 101 - Session 3 - Fixing a Flat
Intimidated by flat tires? During this free session, we’ll cover the most common bike maintenance task, how to fix a flat —
How to patch a tube
How to swap out for a new tube
How to add sealant so flats are less likely in the future
How to remove the wheel from your bike and put it back
If you’ve got a bike with a flat tire, feel free to bring it (or just bring the wheel). Replacement tubes and patch kits will be available for purchase if you need them. We’ll also have extra wheels on hand to practice with if you don’t have a flat.
Presented by Provo Bike Hub and Pando Refitters
Bike Commuting 101 - Session 2 - Navigating Provo Streets (Group Bike Ride)
Ever wonder whether you’re supposed to ride on the sidewalk or the shoulder? How to avoid getting run over at a crosswalk? Or how to best turn left on a busy street?
Join us for Navigating Provo Streets, a group bike ride hosted by Provo Bike Hub and Pando Refitters.
We’ll meet up at Provo Bike Hub for a quick classroom safety overview, and then head out on the streets south of BYU campus for a group ride, where we can practice what we’ve learned and discover more practical tips for safe and confident riding.
This bike ride will be at a casual pace, perfect for if you’re still getting comfortable riding on the road.
Bike Commuting 101 - Session 1 - The Basics
Need to get to school or work by bike? During this free session, we’ll discuss tips and tricks for making your bike commute safer and easier. Topics include —
How to ride in poor weather
How to best carry backpacks and other loads
How to prevent your bike from getting stolen
How to run a quick bike safety check before every ride
How to best mix biking and public transit in Utah Valley
…and more.
Presented by Provo Bike Hub and Pando Refitters
Intro to Drytooling Class
*MUST SIGN UP FOR SEND FEST TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CLASS*
Want 5 extra raffle tickets? Take our Intro to Drytooling Class for $45 which includes 4 hours of outdoor instruction & ice tools . All proceeds go to SLCA!
*GEAR NEEDED*
Climbing shoes
Lightweight leather gloves
Harness
Helmet
Belay device w/ locking carabiner
Gym to Crag Class
*MUST SIGN-UP FOR SEND FEST TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CLASS*
Want 5 extra raffle tickets? Take our Gym to Crag Class for $45 which includes 6 hours of outdoor instruction. All proceeds go to SLCA!
Topics include…
Understanding 4th & 5th class terrain
Assessing fixed anchors
Building top rope anchors
How to clean a route
Safety & environmental concerns
Leave no trace principles
*GEAR NEEDED*
Climbing shoes
Chalk bag
Harness
Helmet
Belay device w/ locking carabiner
Personal Anchor System w/ locking carabiner *suggested*
Free Intro to Rock Climbing Clinic
A FREE clinic giving you a overview of rock climbing, what it is and how to do it safely.
Topics included…
Safety considerations
Knots
Gear selection- belay devices, harness, shoes
Types of climbing
Grading system
Ice Anchor Class
Price: $150
Hands-on outdoor instruction of ice anchor building
Includes: 6 hrs of instruction, tools, crampons, boots *even if you have your own gear, the price stays the same*
Where: Location will be decided based on conditions
Free Winter Wilderness First Aid Clinic
In this clinic you will learn…
Basics of wilderness medicine
Patient assessment
Management of fractures & dislocations
Free Snowshoeing & Winter Camping Clinic
In this clinic you will learn…
Types of snowshoeing/ Winter camping gear
Snowshoeing/Winter camping safety
Snowshoeing/ Winter camping hazards
Free Avalanche Clinic
In this clinic you will learn…
Basic introductory on avalanches
Types of avalanches
How to prepare yourself for Winter backcountry travel
Ice Climbing Class
Price: $150
Includes: Instruction, tools, crampons, boots *even if you have your own gear, the price stays the same*
Where: Location will be decided based on conditions
Free Ice Anchor Clinic
In this clinic, you will learn…
Ice screw anchors
V & A thread anchors
Mixed anchors
Free Ice Climbing Clinic
In this clinic you will learn…
Ice Climbing Safety (weather, hazards & conditions)
Type of Gear Needed
Ice Climbing Technique (crampon & tool technique)
Send Fest 2024
You've got 24 hours to rack up as many points as possible.
Climb, serve, learn, find hidden tokens —
Whatever your flavor, do it fast, earn points, and meet us back at Pando Refitters for the after party.
Bike to Work Or Anywhere Day
Come stop by our breakfast station for Provo’s Bike to Work or Anywhere day! We’ll be in front of the building, 249 N University Ave, with muffins and other breakfast goodies, along with a prize wheel, obstacle course, and more.
Graduation Gear Dump
GRADUATION GEAR DUMP
On April 20th, we’ll be partnering with Bike Walk Provo to host Graduation Gear Dump, a community gear swap and upcycle event.
Graduating or leaving town for the summer? Come find a new home for your outdoor gear. Sell it at the gear swap, or give it away for free at the upcycle tables.
Sticking around or just looking for a good deal? Come browse everything outdoors from your neighbors who are leaving town.
Need another reason to come? We’ll have 15% off of almost everything in our shop during the event (excludes bikes, skis, snowboards)
Selling FAQ
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Outdoor gear and apparel only. Skis, bikes, climbing, camping, etc. We don’t want to see your couches or kitchen aids!
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Nope! This is a free swap. The only exception is if you plan on dropping off gear, rather than sticking around to sell it yourself. (read the next FAQ for details)
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We recommend sticking around. This will give you more flexibility to adjust pricing and work with buyers.
If you’d like to leave your gear and go, we can sell it for you! You’ll be responsible for tagging your items (supplies provided), and there will be a 20% consignment fee.
For stuff you leave with us — we’ll do our best to monitor tables, but cannot be responsible for loss, damage, or theft.
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This event is for individuals only, no professional sellers without prior authorization.
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If you have some leftover gear that we think the Pando community would love, we’ll invite you to leave it at Pando Refitters for consignment, OR on select items we can provide a cash offer for your gear.
For everything else, you’re responsible for collecting and taking any items that don’t sell.
Buying FAQ
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This is a cash and Venmo event. Individual sellers may accept different forms of payment, but we recommend coming with those two just to be safe.
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This is a free community swap, and Pando’s usual used gear return policy does not apply. Everything at the event is final sale. We recommend inspecting items carefully before buying.
FREE Upcycle FAQ
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Just want to share? You can leave your items at the free upcycle tables for others to rummage through and take.
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Outdoor gear and apparel, and other SMALL items (no couches or appliances).
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We do not have the capacity to donate or dispose everyone’s unclaimed gear. By leaving items at the upcycle tables, you agree to pick up any unclaimed items at 11am.
Intro to Trad Climbing Class
More information coming, and will be shared on our Instagram. Follow us @pandorefitters.
Treehouse Talks Event
Come join us to hear three speakers, and a musical performance at the shop! More information coming, and will be shared on our Instagram. Follow us @pandorefitters. Free Event.
Yoga After Hours
Get your body and mind in a good place as you prepare for the weekend.
Appropriate for all ages and abilities. Bring water, towel, and a mat (some used mats are usually available at the shop for purchase).
$10 per class. Add to cart and check-out to reserve a spot.
Anniversary Bash
Come join us in celebrating our first year open! We will have raffles, prizes, food, and much more at the shop, so stop by. Free Event.
More information coming, and will be shared on our Instagram. Follow us @pandorefitters.
Yoga After Hours
Get your body and mind in a good place as you prepare for the weekend.
Appropriate for all ages and abilities. Bring water, towel, and a mat (some used mats are usually available at the shop for purchase).
$10 per class. Add to cart and check-out to reserve a spot.