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Jennie Johnson | Marketing Manager, GeerGarage | Jennie@GeerGarage.com
Vermont Mountain Biking Association Announces Partnership with GeerGarage Empowering Vermont's Outdoor Enthusiasts to Share Gear Amongst Their Community
June 17th, 2024 - Waterbury, Vermont: Vermont Mountain Biking Association, a non-profit organization serving as the unified voice for mountain biking in Vermont, announces a new partnership with GeerGarage, a leading outdoor gear-sharing platform. This partnership brings a wider variety of outdoor gear rentals to the vibrant outdoor community in Vermont, all facilitated through a peer-to-peer rental model.
Vermont’s outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels can now tap into GeerGarage’s platform to rent quality gear directly from their neighbors. Those looking to rent gear, and those looking to lend their gear to make some money, can sign up for GeerGarage through the VMBA rental link on their website. This partnership expands access to essential outdoor equipment beyond mountain biking to include activities like backpacking, camping, day hiking, climbing, and paddle boarding in a cost-effective and sustainable way.
Benefits of Peer-to-Peer Gear Rentals:
Cost-effective Adventures: GeerGarage eliminates the upfront cost of purchasing gear, making outdoor activities more accessible for everyone.
Support a Local Non-Profit: Rentals through Vermont Mountain Biking Association support well-planned, accessible, and progressive trail systems throughout Vermont.
Community Connection: this partnership fosters a vibrant environmentally sustainable community where outdoor lovers can connect and share their love for mountain biking, nature, and more.
Sustainable Geer Sharing: Renting reduces environmental impact by minimizing waste.
“This partnership allows us to provide bike rentals within the community, something that hasn’t been done before in Vermont. It also allows us to extend our reach outside of just mountain biking and connect more people with the outdoors,” said Joe Gaynor, Program and Partnership Manager of Vermont Mountain Biking Association. “By renting gear through GeerGarage, people can experience more of Vermont's incredible landscapes while supporting our environmental education programs.”
“We're excited to partner with Vermont Mountain Biking Association to expand our peer-to-peer rental options and make exploring Vermont's outdoors even more accessible,” said Adam Wise, Founder of GeerGarage. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to promote sustainability and empower outdoor enthusiasts.”
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 Vermont Mountain Biking Association: Vermont Mountain Biking Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1997 that advocates for mountain biking in Vermont. Working to create a sustainable future for the sport through chapters, promoting well-planned trails, and educating riders. The mission includes working with policymakers and land managers to create a positive impact on communities. By partnering with GeerGarage to expand its reach to promote outdoor exploration and environmental stewardship within the community.
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