Published April 1, 2026 06:00AM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Buying used outdoor gear is the definition of a win-win. Most obviously, you won\u2019t have to pay hard-to-swallow retail prices. But the benefits of shopping for used gear aren\u2019t just financial\u2014they\u2019re environmental, too. When you give a piece of secondhand gear a second home, you keep it out of the landfill. Plus, you\u2019re not purchasing a brand-new product that\u2019s likely sourced, at least partially, from nonrenewable resources. Environmental pundits often point out that no matter how sustainably sourced a new product is, buying a used one is always a more eco-minded strategy.<\/p>\n
It isn\u2019t hard to understand the allure of shopping used, but it can be hard to find high-quality used gear. To aid you on your quest to save money and Mother Nature alike, we\u2019ve pulled together 13 of our favorite places to shop for secondhand gear. Whether you\u2019re in the market for a specific piece of equipment or just want to learn the lay of the land, give these used outdoor gear hubs a gander before your next shopping spree.<\/p>\n
The original mall for dirtbags, Craigslist<\/a> is full of deals and steals on pre-loved equipment. Of course, you can find everything from roommates and missed connections to imported Japanese vehicles on Craigslist, so don\u2019t get distracted\u2014head straight to the sporting goods subheading in the \u201cFor Sale\u201d section. Lastly, it\u2019s easy to get burned on Craigslist, so make sure to inspect gear in person before you buy\u2014and don\u2019t be afraid to negotiate!<\/p>\n Like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace<\/a> is a rabbit hole that\u2019s full of oddities and the occasional score. We actually prefer Facebook Marketplace to Craigslist. Why? Well, Craigslist is completely anonymous. Facebook Marketplace at least requires a profile, so you\u2019re less likely to come across a creep, and it\u2019s a little easier to vet that you\u2019re talking to a real person. Again, inspect used outdoor gear in person and be ready to bargain.<\/p>\n Let the bidding wars begin! Unlike Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist, you don\u2019t have to meet sketchy strangers on the internet when you shop on eBay<\/a>. And the bidding feature means that savvy gear shoppers can luck into ridiculously priced outdoor gear. There\u2019s also a 30-day money back guarantee<\/a> that offers welcome peace of mind.<\/p>\n The ReBird<\/a> program gives outdoor enthusiasts a chance to own world-famous Arc\u2019teryx gear without paying infamous Arc\u2019teryx prices. Not only can you shop for used Arc\u2019teryx gear, but you can also trade in your own Arc\u2019teryx gear or get it repaired by qualified professionals.<\/p>\n Patagonia\u2019s always been one of the biggest proponents of sustainability and ethics in the outdoor industry, as evidenced by the brand\u2019s longtime B Corp status, a storied commitment to Fair Trade manufacturing, and constant innovation when it comes to eco-minded materials. While that responsible supply chain yields top-tier gear, it also means top-shelf pricing. Worn Wear<\/a> gives Patagonia patrons a rare chance to scoop up used apparel and gear for cheap. The program also encourages trade-ins for store credit<\/a> and repairs<\/a>.<\/p>\n Geartrade<\/a> is hands down one of our favorite places to shop for used gear. Unlike Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist, Geartrade is a third-party seller that\u2019s essentially an online consignment store. Folks send their used gear to Geartrade, where experts price and photograph said gear before uploading listings. In our experience, the deals are stellar, and you\u2019re much less likely to end up with a lemon. Plus, there\u2019s a 14-day, no-questions-asked return policy that you just don\u2019t get on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.<\/p>\n Before we move on, we\u2019ve got to add that Geartrade is also one of our preferred places to sell used outdoor gear. It\u2019s quick, easy, fair, and doesn\u2019t necessitate haggling with strangers from the internet.<\/p>\n Second Turn<\/a> offers Stio loyalists an opportunity to shop for used gear and trade in pre-loved gear for store credit. Additionally, they have a section of the site that focuses on NikWax garment care<\/a>, as cleaning outerwear and treating fabric with a tech wash is a smart way to revitalize old gear. After all, repairing or revamping your own gear is even cheaper and better for the environment than buying used!<\/p>\n Cheap Lululemon is a \u201cjumbo prawn\u201d level oxymoron. But smart shoppers can score yoga and fitness apparel from Lulu at affordable prices on the brand\u2019s Like New page<\/a>. We can confirm that saving money on yoga pants makes savasana all the more relaxing.<\/p>\n Shopping for used shoes is always a bit of a guessing game, but New Balance\u2019s Reconsidered<\/a> program eliminates some of that guesswork. Each pair of Reconsidered kicks is graded as \u201cLike New,\u201d \u201cExcellent,\u201d or \u201cGood,\u201d so there are no surprises when you make a purchase.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for The North Face gear that\u2019s half off (or more!), head to the Renewed<\/a> outlet. Here, you\u2019ll find discounted duds, backpacks, and more, all graded by The North Face so you know what to expect when gear arrives at your doorstep. We also recommend checking out the REMADE<\/a> section, which is home to one-of-a-kind patchwork totes, chalk bags, and puffies galore (including the iconic Nuptse down jacket) that are stitched from scrap fabrics and unrepairable returns.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re on the hunt for summer sandals or a backpacking boot for spring, KEEN has you covered. Head to the RE.KEEN site<\/a> for lightly used gear, and be on the lookout for clearance finds from the factory that are brand new and priced to sell.<\/p>\n Cotopaxi wants you to clean out your closet like Eminem circa 2002. The Cotopaxi X Thredup<\/a> program asks Cotopaxi customers to send in underutilized clothing and gear for store credit. Shoppers who are looking for Cotopaxi\u2019s stylish apparel and classic colorblocked wares can stock up on affordable, used gear, extending product lifecycle and keeping it out of the landfill.<\/p>\n Last but not least, we\u2019ve got to shine the spotlight on Articles in Common<\/a>. An online marketplace with an emphasis on conservationism and community, Articles in Common offers secondhand shoppers a rad selection of used outdoor gear, footwear, and even vintage duds. It\u2019s also worth checking out Outside in Common<\/a>, a repository of gear repair shops, upcyclers, and like-minded outdoor outfitters so you can find a shop in your neck of the woods.<\/p>\n While this article is focused on online retailers, don\u2019t forget brick-and-mortar. Some of our favorite acquisitions over the years have gone down perusing the aisles of our local gear shops. An added bonus of shopping local? There\u2019s no shipping required, further reducing environmental impact.<\/p>\nHonorable Mention: Your Local Gear Shop<\/b><\/h3>\n
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