Mountain Warehouse Riccarton is the Christchurch branch of the UK-founded outdoor clothing and equipment retailer. The store stocks a broad range of gear for men, women and kids, built around getting people outdoors whatever the weather.
The range spans jackets (padded, down, waterproof, softshell, 3-in-1 and ski), fleece, base layers and thermals, walking and casual trousers, and tops from hoodies to sports tees. A dedicated footwear range covers walking boots and shoes, gumboots, snow boots and active shoes, alongside accessories such as hats, gloves, socks and sunglasses.
Beyond core outdoorwear, the shop carries a ski shop-in-shop (jackets, salopettes, snow boots and accessories), beachwear and wetsuits for summer, and extended sizing through Big and Tall and Plus Size lines. Kids' wear mirrors the adult range, from waterproof jackets and fleece to walking boots and backpacks, making it a one-stop shop for outfitting the whole family for a New Zealand hike, ski trip or rainy commute.
Tucked into Riccarton Road, Mountain Warehouse Riccarton is the local outpost of the outdoor clothing and equipment retailer that's become a go-to for Cantabrians gearing up for hikes, ski trips and everyday wet-weather commutes.
Mountain Warehouse built its name on making outdoor gear accessible - practical clothing and footwear for men, women and kids that doesn't require a specialist budget. The Riccarton store carries the brand's full breadth: padded and down jackets, waterproof shells, softshells and 3-in-1 layering pieces, fleece and thermal base layers, walking trousers and shorts, and a solid footwear wall running from walking boots and shoes through to gumboots and snow boots.
What sets the store apart is the sheer range under one roof. Alongside core outdoorwear, there's a dedicated ski shop-in-shop stocking jackets, salopettes, snow boots and ski accessories - handy for anyone heading to the Canterbury club fields or further afield. Come summer, the range shifts to wetsuits, board shorts, aqua shoes and beachwear.
The kids' range mirrors the adult lines closely, so families can outfit everyone from toddlers to teens in matching waterproofs or fleece without a separate trip. Extended sizing is also catered for, with Big and Tall options for men and Plus Size ranges for women, alongside softer everyday lines like loungewear and casual tops.
Accessories round out the offer - hats, gloves, scarves, sunglasses, socks and backpacks - so a single visit can cover a full head-to-toe outfit for an upcoming trip. Whether it's a first pair of proper walking boots, a warm down jacket for a Central Otago ski weekend, or waterproofs for a Christchurch winter, the Riccarton store is built around practical, ready-to-wear outdoor kit for the whole family.
For exact stock availability, sizing and current in-store ranges, it's worth popping in or checking ahead, as ranges shift with the seasons.