Roam Industry

Surrounded by majestic Ponderosa Pine; sailing upon a one-track trail and the breeze whispers into ears a blessed silence. Welcome to mountain biking in the Abajo Mountains with Roam Industries. Opening its doors July 2018, owners Dustin and Natalie Randall, enjoy the great outdoors of San Juan County. They wanted to bring mountain biking, hiking and winter sports to visitors, and locals, of this vast area.

When it comes to mountain biking, Roam Industries became the organizers and hosts of the Abajo Enduro. A yearly mountain biking fest which has grown to a 2-day, 3-State event, and has sold out the past two years. What started out, as a handful of friends, to ride and have friendly competition, is now a full on event, maximum participation of 50 riders!

Mountain biking, as well as hiking and climbing, tours are offered during the spring to fall months. Tours are initially 1-3 days of exploring various sections of San Juan County. Climbing is mainly in the Indian Creek Valley, or what is now part of the Bears Ears National Monument.

Roam Industries offers the service of a mobile tiny home; sleeping 7 and room for supplies; it is camping with the comfort of home. Currently the tiny home is up at Buckboard National Forest Campground. Sports of shoe shoeing and cross country skiing are a major draw during the winter months. Natalie Randall helped develop the trails that extend from the Dalton Springs and Buckboard campgrounds. Through her grant writing, Monticello has been able to expand other trails as well for biking and walking. A hut system, throughout San Juan County, is now in the works.

Do not think cross country skiing is your sport of choice? Dustin Randall states, “It takes about one season to learn, and become proficient, on the skis. After that though, you will love it!”

Another benefit of visiting Roam Industries is their self-serve snack bar and relaxed seating section. Delicious scones of Lemon Rosemary, Pumpkin, Coconut, Ginger Apricot and more are the creations of home baker, Hannah Plemons. Crisp around the edges, tender and fluffy inside, the fruity to savory concoctions are pleasing to the taste buds. Along with coffees, teas, water, the scones are an indulgent start to the day’s event, or a relaxing finish. Hannah’s scones are available Monday and Wednesday at 1pm, and they are gone in the blink of an eye!

While Roam Industries did have some success with a connection with Airbnb, it is mainly word of mouth that sustains this business. Repeat customers and great reviews feed the trickle down effects to the City of Monticello. Hotels, restaurants, and shops benefit from the influx of visitors, their families that come along, and the friends that decide to have their own Roam adventures. What better way is there, for economic sustainability, and development, then to have local businesses holding hands, with each other, in camaraderie?

Current winter hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1pm-6pm. Once spring’s warm fingers begin to caress the land, more adventurous opportunities will become available. With the summer months, family reunions are always looking for activities; how about a group tour with Roam Industries?

These guys are great! Super helpful with gear whether you're just stopping through or need to be outfitted to start your adventure. Also super knowledgeable about the surrounding area and land use of the area. Thanks again guys <3

Roam Industry helped make my husband’s summer cycling dream come true! We bike camped through the Blue Mountains, riding into Bears Ears. I was a little nervous since I’m not as experienced a cyclist as my husband, but Dustin and Natalie took us step by step through what to expect. They designed a custom trip, recommending key water sources and suggested campsites, and outfitted us with the sweetest rides, fully rigged with everything we needed, including ultra-light sleeping and cooking kits. The landscape was spectacular. Bike packing just might be the coolest way to see the remote beauty of San Juan County.

I found the Blue Mountains Tiny Home hut trip experience to be a low key way to get my hut trip fix and sharing it with others. A fix without the logistic hassles of the 10th Mountain Division hut system, a short drive from our home at the south end of Moab, and easier access than the La Sal winter trailhead with its lower mileage but dicier roads and nearly as long drive.

Consider the Tiny Home option a good one if you make your way to the Moab area, and if you are a couple or two, and want an easily accessible hut trip.

Great crew, very knowledgeable staff/ owners with super insight into local conditions,resources, and adventures. Coffee, tea, and snack bar alone is worth the visit, but the knowledge and gear in the shop will make the difference between a good adventure and a great adventure. They know winter fun and summer fun. Absolutely worth a visit when you are in Monticello or trekking in the Abajos.

beautiful little hut 1.5 mile easy hike in. had all the amenities we needed to stay warm and cook our food. nice winter getaway... though I was using it for the adult leaders of a boy scout group. Also worked well for that, sure beats packing in my Camp Chef, pots, pans, pads, etc.

Stayed at the Bothy wagon for a few nights in March. It was incredible to be up there and see so many unique landscapes and views. The wagon was very cozy and a perfect refuge from the wind and elements. The skiing was great and adventure memorable.

I was sent from Moab Chili Pepper bikeshop to Roam Industry to talk to Dustin who is said to be the person who knows the area best. He was extremely friendly, kind and helpful and shared his experiences about trails around Monticello. Talk to him when you'll arrive to Monticello.

I stopped in to Roam when they were heading out the door for an adventure, they dropped everything and poured over maps with me showing me their favorite fatbike routes. Such a cool little shop in Monticello.

Spent the night in the Roam Industry tiny house in the Abajo mountains. It was a nice snowshoe in to the house, the place was very well kept and provided a fun experience. Would recommend it and do it again.

CLIMBERS, this is your shop for a Monticello resupply. Showers, gear, water, coffee. Just make sure you catch them when they're open as the hours are pretty small-town.

Roam is a great shop run by great people! Dustin and Natalie know more about exploring SE Utah than anyone, stop by and check them out

Really cool spot near so many great destinations. No longer have to drive all the way to Moab from Indian Creek.

Only shop you need! Great resource for adventures, unlimited knowledge of the area, and beyond nice.

Awesome spot! Warm and cozy and lots of good gear and most importantly..... SHOWERS!!!!

THANKS!

Such a rad shop! They have everything you need for an adventure, even showers!

Owner was a mellow rad dude. Cool shop.

Love their hot chocolate

Super friendly and helpful!

great people