High Tor Gear Exchange is a fairly new outdoor gear shop in Cville, and it is the only one operating on consignment. The shop offers affordable prices on a wide variety of high quality used gear and apparel. They specialize in outdoor-specific brands, but there's a little bit of everything and you can find some real gems. While most of their inventory is stuff on consignment, there are also some new items in stock like graphic tees, camping tools, technical care products and Bedrock sandals (they are the only place in VA that carries them.) They are also always getting new items in, so you never know what you'll find when you stop by.
Consigning with them is also really easy. All I had to do was fill out some basic information on a little form and then they set up an account for me in their system. You drop off anything you want to consign and they price it and then you can check your account online to see what the prices are and when stuff sells. Most of what I consigned sold within the first month and I got a check in the mail very quickly. Super easy and a great way to recirculate stuff you no longer use.
There are always knowledgeable people in who can talk about getting you set up with a backpack, bike, kayak, or anything else you may need. There is locally brewed kombucha and cold-brew coffee on tap, and there is a bunch of organic snacks and care products. It's a super chill, easy going place and it always feels like everyone is welcome.
If you're in cville and have used gear to consign or if you're looking for outdoor gear at a good price, High Tor is the place to go. read more