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Bob Ward's
3015 Paxson St., Missoula, MT 59801, USA, Missoula, MT
•Al's Sporting Goods operates as a regional outdoor retailer with deep roots in the West. The company has been serving hunters, fishermen, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts since 1921, and has expanded to include multiple locations across the region. Bob Ward's, the Missoula, Montana-based sporting go...
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Business Details
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A Utah Institution Since 1921
Al's Sporting Goods operates as a regional outdoor retailer with deep roots in the West. The company has been serving hunters, fishermen, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts since 1921, and has expanded to include multiple locations across the region.
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Recent Changes
Bob Ward's, the Missoula, Montana-based sporting goods chain, merged with Al's Sporting Goods in 2025. The company is currently transitioning Bob Ward's locations to the Al's platform, with customer account information and order history being transferred. During this transition period, customers can set their preferred store location (including the Missoula and Boise locations) as their pickup point for online orders.
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Product Categories
Al's carries inventory across multiple outdoor and sporting categories:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Hunting | Clothing, footwear, packs, scopes & optics, knives, archery, game calls, processing supplies, decoys, dog supplies, blinds & treestands |
| Fishing | Fly fishing, rod & reel combos, fishing essentials, lures & baits, ice fishing, marine equipment |
| Camping & Hiking | Tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, camp kitchen equipment, water bottles, lighting, first aid |
| Climbing | Harnesses, shoes, ropes, hardware, helmets, packs, training equipment |
| Winter Sports | Downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, avalanche safety gear |
| Water Sports | Kayaking, rafting, stand-up paddleboarding, wake sports, water ski |
| Biking | Mountain bikes, road bikes, kids' bikes, helmets, parts, accessories |
| Sports & Fitness | Baseball, basketball, football, golf, pickleball, running, soccer, tennis, fitness equipment |
| Shooting | Note: The source content appears to be from a retail sportswear/outdoor site, not a firearms-specific directory |
Brand Selection: Al's carries recognized outdoor brands including Nike, The North Face, Patagonia, Vortex, Specialized, KUHL, and HOKA among others.
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Store Locations
The company operates multiple locations across the West. Following the Bob Ward's merger, locations include stores in: - Missoula, Montana - Boise, Idaho - Additional locations (check als.com or call 435-210-5356 for complete list)
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Service & Support
- •Online Ordering: Full e-commerce at als.com with store pickup available
- •Shipping: Free shipping on orders over $50
- •Customer Service: Available via phone at 435-210-5356
- •Store Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9am-9pm MT (hours may vary by location)
- •Returns & Exchanges: Full policy available on website
- •Gift Cards: Available for purchase
The company is actively transitioning merged locations to their unified platform. If you're a former Bob Ward's customer, your account and order history are being transferred automatically.
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Online Shopping
Al's operates a comprehensive e-commerce site at als.com featuring: - Full product catalog across all categories - Account login and password recovery - Saved addresses and preferences - Order tracking - Accessibility features (screen reader mode available)
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About the Merger
The integration of Bob Ward's into Al's represents a consolidation of two regional outdoor retailers. The company is maintaining store locations in existing markets while unifying inventory systems and customer platforms. Existing Bob Ward's customers should expect improved selection through access to Al's broader product range.