FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jennie Johnson
Marketing Manager, GeerGarage
Gerk's Ski & Cycle Expands Outdoor Gear Rentals with GeerGarage
August 20th, 2024 - Issaquah, Washington:– Gerk's Ski & Cycle, a premier bicycle and ski shop recently partnered with GeerGarage, the popular outdoor gear-sharing marketplace. This exciting partnership will expand Gerk’s Ski & Cycle rental options beyond just bikes and skis, making more gear available for locals and travelers alike, while also giving folks the option to lend their own gear and make some extra income.
"Gerk's Ski & Cycle has always been about listening to your needs and helping you find exactly the right product for you." says Kevin Dreher, Founder at Gerk's Ski & Cycle. "Partnering with GeerGarage lets people rent exactly what they need for their upcoming adventures - no need to invest in costly new gear just for an impromptu adventure, now you can rent until you’re ready to commit! It’s a great way for people in Washington to explore the outdoors and it fosters a vibrant gear-sharing community!”
The Gerk’s Ski & Cycle and GeerGarage partnership offers a win-win-win for the Washington community:
Renters: Access a wider variety of outdoor gear by renting from their peers, allowing them to explore new activities without breaking the bank.
Lenders: Earn passive income on gear sitting in their garage by lending it, reduce clutter, and contribute to a more sustainable outdoor recreation industry.
Community: Creates a collaborative environment where experienced outdoor enthusiasts can connect with other outdoor enthusiasts, whether they be completely new to the outdoors, or just wanting to try a new activity for the first time, fostering knowledge sharing and building a vibrant community spirit.
"GeerGarage is thrilled to join forces with Gerk's Ski & Cycle to build on our robust local gear-sharing network in Seattle," explains Adam, Founder at GeerGarage. "This program connects outdoor enthusiasts with the equipment they need while allowing gear owners to share their passion and extend the life of the gear they already own. Plus, we are excited to give folks a way to get out on the water and try a new activity for the first time!”
About GeerGarage: GeerGarage is changing humanity’s consumption habits, one rental at a time. Launched in Seattle in 2020, our community-driven technology creates an easy and mutually beneficial way for retailers to empower their customers to share things with one another.
Monetizing the use of products after they are purchased is the next frontier of retail and it’s here. Join us in our mission to help consumers and retailers make sustainable shopping decisions, reduce waste, and get society prioritizing the planet through peer-to-peer rental.
About Gerk's Ski & Cycle:
Gerk’s Ski & Cycle has been your premier bicycle and alpine ski shop in Issaquah, Washington since 2004. Gerk’s has built a reputation of offering unrivaled customer service and creating an excellent buying experience. Visit Gerk's Ski & Cycle here to sign up and start renting now.
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