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