4 Amazing gifts for adventure couples eloping in Western Colorado!
As adventure elopements grow, more and more couples are coming to the mountains of Colorado to say their vows! We at Elope Telluride help you plan everything and are there to take the pictures you’ll remember for the rest of your life! But, what do you buy a couple who has chosen adventure over tradition?
Below we have compiled a list of our favorite companies that are based on the western slope of Colorado! They are gifts that are created locally, but are sold worldwide! They have chosen western Colorado as their home, because they also want a life of adventure, just like the couples that elope here.
The Ross Reel / Abel reel
These are some of the best fly fishing reels that money can buy! They are both made in Montrose, CO and are the perfect gift for any couple that loves to fly fish! The immaculate design and attention to detail are one-of-a-kind and we promise, that if you give one of these reels to a couple for a “wedding/elopement gift” they will love you for the rest of your life and then some! They are going to run you $250-$1500 (depending on which one you get), but they will be handed down from generation to generation. There are not many gifts that get handed down any more, but this is one that will last a few lifetimes. Check them out at Ross Reels and Abel Reels.
2. Wagner Custom skis
They are based in Mountain Village (Telluride) and if you LOVE skiing, you will love their custom skis! They can put any graphic onto a pair of skis and they walk through the entire process with you, to make sure both the design and graphic is everything you hoped it would be! Visit their site at WagnerSkis.com.
3. Scott’s Rods
Every single Scott’s fly rod is handcrafted in Montrose, CO and they are amazing!! Every time you see a top 10 list of fly rods, there seems to always be a Scott’s rod in there. Fly fishing is definitely a theme on the western slope and there is good reason these companies have been here for so long… the fishing is amazing! If you are getting a gift for a couple that fly fishes, a Scott’s rod is a fantastic way to go! $700-$1100. Scott’s Rods
4. SOL Paddle Boards
SOL paddle boards are based in Telluride and are high-quality, industry leading paddle boards that last season to season! These are paddle boards for the true adventurer that want something of the highest quality. They make huge variety of boards for white water, fishing, rivers, touring, yoga, multi-person and adaptive boards! They are a great gift for couple who elope here, but don’t necessarily need winter or fishing gear! They will run you around $1000. www.solpaddle.com
