Outdoor activities often require gear that can be costly to buy brand-new. Luckily, durable camping gear can be found at various price points – through platforms like Facebook Marketplace and REI Re/Supply as well as annual garage sales that offer used gear sales.

Gifting promotional camping gear to your customers is a simple yet effective way to build customer loyalty and spread brand recognition. Show them you appreciate them by showing your gratitude with this thoughtful gesture!

Low startup and operating costs

Start up a camping gear store can be an exciting business venture for outdoor enthusiasts, but to do it successfully it’s essential that a comprehensive business plan be in place prior to launching it. Furthermore, be aware of startup and operating costs associated with this form of ecommerce business like shipping expenses which could prove quite high; to reduce them you could offer flat rate or free shipping promotions as a solution.

Startup and operating expenses also include purchases from manufacturers, website development/design costs, marketing/advertising expenses, Point-of-sale system/software costs and initial employee hiring/training expenses. Furthermore, legal/licensing fees will depend on your store location and number of employees; try building strong business relationships with manufacturers in order to obtain better pricing or exclusive products.

Wide range of products

Are You Passionate About Outdoor Adventures but Don’t Want to Spend Big on Gear? There Are Numerous Solutions. Among these options is finding used items at online camping gear stores or taking advantage of gear swapping/lending programs in your local community like REI Re/Supply (which provides free outdoor gear packs to members), Buy Nothing App (which helps connect buyers with sellers who sell gear at rock bottom prices), as well as Los Angeles County tool-lending libraries.

If your budget allows, consider purchasing new camping gear. Many outdoor gear exchanges sell high-quality gear from top brands at steep discounts; from tents and hammocks to stoves and sleeping bags – everything needed for an exciting weekend adventure or backpacking journey can be found there.

An example is a Luno Packable Camp Pillow which is soft yet lofty while packing down smaller and lighter than your average pillow at home. Plus it compresses more easily than sleeping bags while offering different colors options! Plus pocket knives, multi tools, and other camping essentials can all be found within this brand’s lineup!

Easy to source

Camping gear buying and selling online can be simple with websites like GearTrade. They specialize in outdoor gear and handle payment processes for you, while Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace provide local selling platforms – just be sure to read up on seller reviews as well as inspect for signs of wear and tear!

Many outdoor gear brands provide discounted sales and clearance sections online. Patagonia, for example, features its Worn Wear section where gently used clothing and equipment can be found for half the original price. REI also hosts regular clearance sales that offer significant savings on camping gear.

Visit a gear swap or garage sale near you to gain experience testing different gear and finding what best fits for you. Some community organizations such as Washington Trails Association and Wild Diversity in Portland also have gear libraries where camping equipment may be borrowed for group excursions.

Easy to sell

Many online marketplaces make selling camping gear easy, with opportunities ranging from selling 40%-60% of MSRP. To maximize earnings and build trust and brand loyalty among your customers, price products competitively and advertise them via social media – plus offer outstanding customer service to build customer trust!

Facebook provides several outdoor groups where members can buy, trade and sell gear – the Backpacking Gear Flea Market alone has over 115,000 members – as well as local outdoor-related groups and reselling websites such as Denver-based Outdoors Geek which sells off gear from its rental fleet.

Other resale sites include Geartrade, which offers both DIY posting and full-service consignment; Rerouted is another payment- and shipping-management option; REI has its own section dedicated to used gear where customers can exchange it for store credit – perfect for beginners looking to try backpacking before investing in brand new gear.