Janky Gear
Consignment Update March 2024 - Accepting Spring/Summer Gear
We are looking to take in all the gear you will need for your spring and summer adventures.
Galentine's Day - Feb 9th
Invite your favorite friend, whether it's your best guy or gal pal, to celebrate Galentine's Day with us! Come down to Janky Gear, Kismet, and the newly opened Chappie's for fantastic deals, with a special 14% discount store-wide.
Consignment Update Feb 2024: Seasonally Neutral
We are no longer accepting winter gear. "Seasonally Neutral" items are selling fast at Janky Gear.
Consignment Update: Jan 2024
Start fresh by taking inventory of your gear for your outdoor adventures. Consign your unwanted gear and shop gear to reach your new goals.
Janky Gear's December Consignment Update
The holidays are upon us and there is a flurry of shoppers coming through Janky Gear! December is a great time to consign your used outdoor gear!
Janky Gear for the “non-outdoorsey” person
Janky Gear has something for everybody. You don’t have to climb mountains, bike RAGBRI, and camp in the rain to find treasures here. Hear how Paige's mom, Marlene, a not so "outdoorsy" person, finds something here EVERYTIME she stops in!
Alternative Gift Wrapping
Did your holiday shopping leave you with a pile of gifts? Did you know that even wrapping paper can impact the environment? This year, join the Janky Gear Community and wrap your gifts in sustainable ways. Let's make Mother Nature happy this festive season!
Ditch the Bag; Spread the Cheer
Janky Gear will donate the average cost of a shopping bag to the Driftless Trail. For each bag that is turned down in our shop this November and December we will donate 40 cents.
November Consignment Update
We are gearing up for the holiday season. November 1st we will be accepting fall and winter gear, looking to keep the racks full through the shopping season.
October Consignment Update: Accepting Winter Gear
Starting October 1st, Janky Gear will be accepting winter gear for consignment. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast looking to upgrade your equipment or someone who wants to declutter their closet, our consignment program is the perfect solution. We accept a wide range of winter gear, including snowboards, skis, snowshoes, winter clothing, boots, and much more.
There is still time to go camping!
Happy Fall! There is still time to get out there and go camping. Don't let the fluctuating temperatures scare you for taking that trip you have been meaning to take all summer.
September Consignment Update
Accepting Fall consignment items September 1st. Accepting Winter consignment items October 1st.
August Consignment Update
Even though the temps are still high, we are beginning to take in fall gear. Light jackets, fleece sweatshirts, flannel shirts, pants, and base layers.
Aefintyr Camp Weekend
Come join Janky Gear for a fun-filled camp weekend at Aefintyr Campground in Elba, MN!
Before your next camping trip!
Thinking about going on a trip somewhere soon? Don't forget the first Leave No Trace Seven Principles --- Plan Ahead and Prepare. Here are a few tips to think of as you plan your trip...
July Consignment Update
Learn what items are selling fast and what items are no longer accepted at Janky Gear.
What does Artificial Intelligence think the best day hikes are around Rochester, MN?
Find out where chatGPT suggests for easy day hikes around Rochester, MN!
First Aid Safety
Whether you are going out on a day trip, weekend trip or an extended trip it is important to bring along a first aid kit in the case of an emergency.
What does Artificial Intelligence think about Consignment
I asked chatGPT about consignment and this is what it generated:
Consignment can be a beneficial arrangement for both consignors and consignees, but its suitability depends on various factors. Here are some considerations to determine if consignment is a good option.
SUP on the Mississippi River
SUP allows adventurers to navigate the river's gentle currents while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.
A Camping Tale - Janky Gear Staff at Aefintyr
Hidden in the bluffs near the White Water River is a new privately owned campground. The Janky Gear staff all made the trek over to experience what Aefintyr had to offer.
June- Youth Consignment Month
Kid's who consign items during the month of June will get a free Janky SPF Sunscreen.