North Road Sports & Clothing co. opened in June of 2010 on Gabriola island, BC.

A dream of Mike & Christine Taylor, two nature lovers who imagined an outdoor sports store that provided Gabriola with a place to get all the clothing and gear they needed to explore the natural wonders of the island and beyond. 

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"We fell in love with the Gulf Islands on our first visit in 2001. From then on we dreamed of working and living on a Gulf Island. We were fortunate to purchase property on Gabriola in 2003 and when the opportunity presented itself to start a business we figured out a way to make that happen and opened North Road Sports and Clothing Company in June of 2010.

From the beginning we wanted to be associated with quality brands that had a strong social and environmental conscience. We also believed that providing easy access and a great selection at the same prices as the “Big Island” and the Mainland would be appreciated by our incredibly supportive community. We thought that North Road Sports would “Inspire the Spirit of Adventure". What we have found is that this is a very prominent and shared spirit which has always been prominent on Gabriola. In fact, we are the ones who have been inspired by the activities and stories of our vibrant customers.

We are extremely grateful not only for the loyalty and support of our community but for the relationships which have been a result and the positive vibes we enjoy on a daily basis from those relationships. They keep us young at heart and excited about what is possible when you never let go of that “Spirit of Adventure"." -Mike