moose406
hello I am going to open a store and it will be for outdoor activities I was wondering if you guys/gals have a favorite brand and or suggestions to what brand you like I already have a few in mind actually about 100 diff. brand but I want to narrow that list down to what would sell better since I'm just opening and can add stuff later.
Also what types of gear do you like that you have a hard time finding?
thank you
Answer
Well the list would be too long as for brands and such. It's the prices and quality of service that will attract customers away from the big stores. And of course location. Top brands for outdoor gear in the USA, Colman for example can be had at Walmart cheaper probably then you could sell it for. Now if you were to be an authorized repair shop for Colman products then your going to grab my attention. I may be willing to spend a bit more to get what I need from someone who knows what their doing then from some punk at Walmart.
Location location location and did I say location? Put your business in a destination location central to more then one activity. In a community that values the outdoor sports. Los Angeles Ca. for example is no place to try an open a sporting goods store that sells guns. to much red tape. Now change to Redding Ca. your at the center of all the best hunting, fishing, camping vacation destinations Ca. has to offer in a community that values the outdoor world.
Start to research the trends in outdoor activity, whats hot, whats new and carry these items and know how to use them. You won't be able to sell me a "curve nut set" if you don't know what it's for. Also include ways to demonstrate your product you carry free or at very low cost ie indoor ranges climbing walls etc. If I like the product and learned how to use it from you I would tend to buy it from you.
Anyway tons of advice is always good hope you have the best of it and good luck
Well the list would be too long as for brands and such. It's the prices and quality of service that will attract customers away from the big stores. And of course location. Top brands for outdoor gear in the USA, Colman for example can be had at Walmart cheaper probably then you could sell it for. Now if you were to be an authorized repair shop for Colman products then your going to grab my attention. I may be willing to spend a bit more to get what I need from someone who knows what their doing then from some punk at Walmart.
Location location location and did I say location? Put your business in a destination location central to more then one activity. In a community that values the outdoor sports. Los Angeles Ca. for example is no place to try an open a sporting goods store that sells guns. to much red tape. Now change to Redding Ca. your at the center of all the best hunting, fishing, camping vacation destinations Ca. has to offer in a community that values the outdoor world.
Start to research the trends in outdoor activity, whats hot, whats new and carry these items and know how to use them. You won't be able to sell me a "curve nut set" if you don't know what it's for. Also include ways to demonstrate your product you carry free or at very low cost ie indoor ranges climbing walls etc. If I like the product and learned how to use it from you I would tend to buy it from you.
Anyway tons of advice is always good hope you have the best of it and good luck
Beginner backpacking gear?
Jack
What is a good, budget-minded list of gear for one and two night backpacking trips
Any other tips on backpacking? (i'm just getting started)
Answer
When getting camping gear, there are three main factors- price, durability/effectiveness, and weight. You can get two out of three easily, so if you want cheap, you have to sacrifice weight and/or usefulness.
One BIG tip is to try to rent whatever you can. Some local camping shops or college rec departments will rent gear, or you can try to scrounge it from friends and family. If you are going with other backpackers, they probably have stuff they can loan you. A lot of great gear can be found on Craigslist, etc. as well.
Another option: DIY. There are a LOT of cool, light, decent things you can make- tents, stoves, packs, etc. This forum might help you get started- http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/display_forum.html?forum=38&id=dsoQQJgV:173.19.34.21
When getting camping gear, there are three main factors- price, durability/effectiveness, and weight. You can get two out of three easily, so if you want cheap, you have to sacrifice weight and/or usefulness.
One BIG tip is to try to rent whatever you can. Some local camping shops or college rec departments will rent gear, or you can try to scrounge it from friends and family. If you are going with other backpackers, they probably have stuff they can loan you. A lot of great gear can be found on Craigslist, etc. as well.
Another option: DIY. There are a LOT of cool, light, decent things you can make- tents, stoves, packs, etc. This forum might help you get started- http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/display_forum.html?forum=38&id=dsoQQJgV:173.19.34.21
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