As Reno continues to grow and evolve, many newcomers, and even longtime locals, are searching for something deeper than just a magical place to call home with so much access out their back doors.... They’re also searching for a strong mountain community. For connection. To find “their scene” here in the biggest little city. Gear Hut is hosting an upcoming community event catered to breaking down the hard steps of finding folks to connect with. Join us for an evening centered

I get salty and worked up every year as Earth Day rolls around and suddenly everything is "green". Brands swap their packaging to earthy tones and beige. SEO happy buzzwords like “eco-friendly,” “natural,” and “sustainable” get tossed onto labels like the glitter you can't escape. Companies spotlight their limited-edition “planet-conscious” collections. But it's all a part of the paradox of modern environmentalism: the louder sustainability becomes as a marketing strategy, th

Last year, I showed up to Women’s Bike Weekend at Sky Tavern with one goal: figure out if I was doing anything right on my bike. While I could hang with friends on most trails, I was at the point in my mountain biking journey where I wanted real instruction from certified coaches, not just the quick pointers from from other riders mid trail (that always seem to contradict). Because while I've been riding a bike since I was 5 years old, who knows if any of what I was doing on

Gear Hut Spring & Summer Rules and Dates: Our Spring & Summer Consignment Season runs from April 1 - August 30. As trails dry out, rivers pick up, and camping season ramps in Reno-Tahoe, we've got campers, boaters and bikers looking to gear up. Early consignors consistently have the most success; your items hit the floor when people are actively shopping, not after the market is saturated or smoke season hits (we're keeping our fingers and toes crossed it's not a bad year!) 1

How to Prep & Consign thru Reno's local used gearshop: Gear Hut If you’re thinking about selling a mountain bike in Reno Tahoe, spring is your window. Riders across Reno, Truckee, and the greater Tahoe region are rearing to get out and start shopping early; April through early summer is when bikes actually move. At Gear Hut, centrally located in Reno (with a dedicated parking lot!), we specialize in helping you sell mountain bike and gravel bike consignment under $1,800 , hel

Why This Low-Snow Season Might Be the Perfect Time to Ski Diamond Peak If you’ve been paying attention to Tahoe snow reports this winter, you know it hasn’t exactly been a record-breaking season anywhere in the west. But if you’re waiting for “perfect” conditions to get up to the mountain, you might actually be missing one of the most fun and underrated times to ski. Spring! Break out the shorts and sunscreen, make a day of it: hit the slopes AND the beach or East Shore Trail

Our Spring & Summer Consignment Season officially OPENS on April 1 , and we’re working hard to transition the shop, getting ready to help your summer gear find its next adventure in Reno-Tahoe....here are some ways you can start prepping at home for a seamless drop off with us! From April 1 through August 29, we’re accepting warm-weather gear with one clear goal in mind: get it out of storage and back into action this season. Whether it’s a bike that’s been hanging in the ga

Come score closeout savings between March 17–22! Savings are about to peak! Gear Hut’s End of Season Winter Sale runs March 17–22 , and it’s your best opportunity of the year to save big on resort-focused winter gear. Because of our consignment model, we can’t run store wide sales all the time (otherwise the shop wouldn't get a cut and that's not sustainable!) That also means when we do mark things down per our agreements, it’s the real deal. Our end-of-season sale is THE t

Did you consign WINTER Gear or Apparel (skis, snowpants, snowboard boots, etc) thru Gear Hut this season? Then it's officially time to log into your consignor account to see if they have sold! (Contact us if you're having issues accessing your account info@gearhutreno.com ) If they have, yabadabadoooo! Give us a call to request a check or to run ACH payouts OR even better... swing by the shop for a shopping spree where your account balance goes 10% further. If they have

THIS is the best part of what we do. Not just getting to sort through the gear, (though we love that too, who doesn't love first dibs?), but meeting the people who used it all. The stories and adventures. The remarkable humans who helped shape outdoor recreation and sport long before access, equity, and opportunity were anything close to what it is today. One of those humans is Deborah Marshall , one of our newest consignors. Deborah splits her time between Alaska, which she

We all have that pile of stickers. You love them. You’re saving them for the PERFECT placement... but you can't commit. OR do you have that weird 3D wooden sticker that can't get wet or bend (for real, where do you think we're putting these?). Problem Solved: Come to Sticker-to-Magnet Craft Night at Gear Hut ! We’re teaming up with local creator Juliett e whose reel inspired this whole idea with her creative reel. It's an easy, creative night of turning your favorite sticker

Contrary to popular belief, the sky isn’t the limit. It’s just the beginning. Sky Tavern’s Learn to Ski and Ride program is the oldest and largest nonprofit Learn-to-Ski program in the country. Since 1948, over 125,000 youth have learned to ski or ride at Sky Tavern, all under the guidance of adult volunteers. Unlike most mountains, Sky Tavern is a true member-driven training area, a community of volunteers dedicated to helping kids get outside, build confidence, and discove

Winter Consignment comes to a close so that Gear Hut can prep for end of season transitions!

Ski season in the Reno Tahoe area means one thing at Gear Hut: all things winter gear consignment is in full swing ! As closets get cleaned out and ski days ramp up, one of our most frequently asked questions is: “ What brands do you take for consignment?” If you’re looking to consign ski jackets, snow pants, base layers, or winter outerwear in Reno Tahoe, here’s what you need to know... and WHY we prioritize quality outdoor brands. Why Quality Matters for Winter Gear Consign

A Proposal for the New Year: A day changes on the calendar and suddenly we’re about to be the “best versions of ourselves”… but realistically, it’s the darkest month of the year, my motivation is low, and I’m fully in cozy, potato-eating, hibernation mode. I’m not anti resolutions. If writing a new year on your emails encourages you to evaluate your goals and intentions, then sure, I'm all for fresh starts. But let’s talk about one resolution that deserves to be gently tosse

After lots of dances in our pajamas, snow has FINALLY fit the Reno Tahoe area! Now is the perfect time to officially commit to and plan your annual ski trip. From family-friendly resorts to challenging mountain terrain, the Reno Tahoe area offers something for every skier. And you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy world-class skiing... if you know the secrets and plan ahead. Check out these discounted skiing opportunities happening this season. Diamond Peak Skiing Deals:

How to sell my skis in Reno? Searching for the best place for selling skis in Reno, donating used ski gear, or responsibly recycling old skis? As Reno's only local used outdoor gear shop, Gear Hut specializes in keeping quality skis in circulation while making winter sports more affordable and accessible in the Reno Tahoe area (especially with our tout to fame: highest concentration of ski resorts in the US!). Whether you’re upgrading your setup (thanks Santa!) or clearing ou

If we want to make more, we work more. We hustle harder, we stay logged in. And even then, after putting in the hours, there are no guarantees that it even pays off... this December being a very real reminder of that.

The holidays are here again, and gift giving doesn’t need to feel overwhelming or expensive, or consumerism-y. At the shop, you can choose from high-quality, gently used outdoor gear and apparel that make meaningful, eco-friendly gifts when chosen thoughtfully (bc we get it… giving something used can feel a bit weird if you don’t pick the right item!). Below are two of our favorite reliable, versatile gift ideas that are easy to shop for and strike the perfect balance of pra

If you’ve climbed long enough, you know the heartbreak: your favorite pair of climbing shoes—the ones that fit just right are on their way out... but you keep pulling them out and they're just getting worse because you don't want to send them out for an 8-10 week resole turnaround. We get it. And Gear Hut is officially here to help Reno's local climbing community get a fresh resole After the past (8) years of constant inquiries about a local climbing shoe re-soler in the Re