Way back in the 90's, a little thing called the MEC Gear Swap was born as a place for people to sell and buy used gear and find trip partners. It's been a few years since our last in-person MEC Gear Swap - and we are so stoked to be back.
Join us at your local MEC store to find deals on previously loved gear or sell your own lightly used gear to give it a second life.
That's not it - we've invited our friends from the Alpine Club of Canada to join in on the fun. Stop by their booth on Saturday for your chance to win some epic prizes!
Event details
Dates: October 5, 2024
Locations:
- MEC Calgary from 10am - 2pm
- MEC Edmonton South from 10am - 2pm
- MEC Kelowna from 9am - 1pm
- MEC North Vancouver from 9am - 1pm
- MEC North York from 10am - 2pm
- MEC Ottawa from 10am - 2pm
- MEC Victoria from 10am - 2pm
What to expect
Our gear swap is an awesome place to find some screamin' deals on previously loved gear. It helps keep product out of landfills that might need a few repairs to keep it going.
Even better? All proceeds from table rentals and sales from donated gear will go to the local Alpine Club of Canada Section.
Here are 3 ways to get in on the fun:
Rent a table to sell your own gear.
Table rentals are just $20 (+ fees). Your rental gets you (1) 6ft table to sell your gear. You will be responsible for pricing and selling your items at the event. A limit of 20 tables will be available and it's first come, first served!
*Deadline to book your table is October 2.
Donate your gently used items and receive 15% off at MEC
Have gear that's been sitting in storage and needs a new home? Stop by an MEC store from the list below to donate your (clean) gently used outdoor gear and we’ll take care of the rest.
All outdoor gear is eligible for donation. We will not accept items that are smelly, moldy or otherwise unhygienic, items beyond repair. For safety reasons, we cannot accept or re-sell the following used safety gear: climbing harnesses, ropes, slings, quickdraws, ice tool leashes, paddling throw bags, tow lines and rescue strips, helmets or personal locator beacons. We reserve the right to refuse donations that do not meet the criteria.
*Donations will be accepted until October 2.
Drop by the event and find a sweet deal
Join us at the MEC Gear Swap to scope out some deals and connect with some like minded outdoor enthusiasts. We promise you won't leave empty handed and we'll get you set up for your next adventure!
In partnership with
Meet your local ACC Section for a chance to win
We're upping the ante and adding some epic raffle prizes to get you ready for your next adventure.
Stop by and visit with your local Alpine Club of Canada Section. They'll have info on upcoming events and initiatives, as well as a chance to win some epic raffle prizes from MEC.
Prizes available:
- MEC Volt 2-Person tent
- MEC Vista 45L Backpack (womens | mens)
- MEC Ultra Lite Chairs
- 2 x $50 MEC gift cards and more!
All proceeds from raffle tickets, table rentals and sales from donated gear will go to the local Alpine Club of Canada Section.
