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Can I consign it? Winter 2023 consignment rules!
Oh hot dang, it's ALREADY OCTOBER... and I think our most received phone call this past week was "Hey, are you taking winter gear yet!?" ...
Gear Hut
Oct 5, 20232 min read


A perfect group activity: The Tahoe Via
Everyone talks about a Tahoe summer... but us locals know, fall is where it's at. Temps are cooler, the sun's a little lower and crowds...
Gear Hut
Sep 22, 20233 min read


First Time Backpacking?
Essential Tips for an Successful First Backpacking Trip - Expert Advice from Leah Wzientek, owner of Gear Hut Embarking on your first...
Gear Hut
Jul 18, 20233 min read


Backpacking to eat.
An ode to a meal on the trail. If you’re like me and love to be outside and also love to eat, then you’re probably aware that food just...

Alora Bourne
Jul 1, 20233 min read


Is it time to clean your water bottle?
Let's all give our water bottles a sniff. Huh? What do you mean my water bottle shouldn’t smell like that? Let’s be honest, all of us...

Alora Bourne
Jun 1, 20233 min read


Intro to Bikepacking
Ready for the ultimate two wheeled adventure? Do you love the concept of backpacking... but struggle with the whole pack situation? Want...
Gear Hut
May 8, 20233 min read


Hate the heat? Paddleboarding is your getaway!
Sorry winter-dwellers, spring is here! Which means summer is right around the corner. For those who thrive in colder temperatures, this...

Alora Bourne
Apr 30, 20233 min read


NPO 10% of Sales Day: Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful
This month’s featured NPO is Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful! Shop local and support KTMB by swinging by your favorite little gear shop...
Gear Hut
Apr 26, 20231 min read


2023 Spring Trail Series is ON!
Gear Hut kicked off its 3rd Annual Trail Series in partnership with Reno Running Company last Thursday. The premier event of the season...

Marina Bucini
Apr 19, 20231 min read


How To: Buy your first mountain bike
Woot woot! You made it to the HOW TO blog post! Mountain biking is a fun and exhilarating way to explore the great outdoors and get some...
Gear Hut
Apr 7, 20233 min read


How To: Consign your Mountain Bike
Have a used mountain bike that you no longer need or want? Consigning it is a great way to sell it, make some money and pass along the...
Gear Hut
Mar 24, 20232 min read


What's "better than sliced bread"? GEAR HUT!
Do you have small business pride? Do you like being able to know store owners by their first names? Or how about supporting local...

Marina Bucini
Mar 16, 20232 min read


Best views in Tahoe? Diamond Peak
We had our latest staff outing at Diamond Peak, the local treasure of a ski resort! Tahoe is known for some of the best skiing in the...

Leah Wz
Mar 9, 20232 min read


Help support Moon Rocks Bouldering Co.
Learn about this month’s featured NPO, Moon Rocks Bouldering Co.! Moon Rocks Bouldering Co.’s primary mission is introducing underserved...
Gear Hut
Mar 8, 20231 min read


March Hiking Inspiration #52RenoHikes
Ummm, but about this snow? We wanna pull out the hiking boots and trail runners, we're sick of these winter boots! Jk jk, we know the...
Gear Hut
Mar 4, 20232 min read


#52RenoHikes February Inspiration
We made it! It's month 2 of #52RenoHikes and WAHOOO you're crushing it. This month, we're inspiring you to head up the hill and explore...
Gear Hut
Jan 29, 20232 min read


WINTER is... ending? Consignment-wise at least!
Holy smokes did January's powder reports BLOW US AWAY!!! Hope you've all been out there shredding it up and soaking in the snowpack....
Gear Hut
Jan 28, 20231 min read


#52RenoHikes Challenge
In 2020, we were in the midst of our first year of parenthood. To ensure we were still getting out, I created a challenge for myself (and...
Gear Hut
Dec 30, 20222 min read


PRESS RELEASE: Shop hosts third annual #GreenFriday event
Primary Contact: Owner - Leah Wzientek manager@gearhutreno.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Local Gear Shop turns “Black Friday...GREEN” with...

Leah Wz
Nov 16, 20222 min read


Good Ol' Type I Fun
In the outdoor community, there is a certain kind of glory to the sufferfest. To the long approach, rugged weather.... to the survival...
Gear Hut
Oct 20, 20222 min read
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