Question 1

What is Pocatello Gear Exchange and how does it relate to Oregon Trail Bikes?

Accepted Answer

Pocatello Gear Exchange is a used outdoor gear consignment and donation program operated by Oregon Trail Bikes in Pocatello. The shop buys and sells quality used outdoor gear across categories including biking, climbing, camping, hiking, snow sports, and more.

Question 2

How does the consignment process work at Pocatello Gear Exchange?

Accepted Answer

Customers bring gently used gear in clean, good or better condition. The shop assigns a retail value and displays the item. When the gear sells, the consignor receives store credit for 65% of the sale price, or 55% if choosing cash/Venmo payment. Payouts are issued once monthly, and gear marked down after 30 days may see 20% reductions, or 50% after 60 days.

Question 3

What types of outdoor gear does Oregon Trail Bikes accept for donation or consignment?

Accepted Answer

The shop accepts kids items, hiking gear, apparel, fishing equipment, climbing gear (excluding damaged or expired safety items), camping, river sports, biking, snow sports, and other outdoor-related items. Acceptance may depend on the season and available shop space.

Question 4

What happens to gear that doesn't sell or gets damaged at Pocatello Gear Exchange?

Accepted Answer

Donated gear past its useful life is repaired or repurposed to avoid landfill disposal. Consigned gear left in the shop for over a year becomes property of Pocatello Gear Exchange.

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