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Good site to buy cheap climbing gear

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spiderman13
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title pretty much says it all
if you know any sites let me know
thanks a ton guys
+k for bumps and what not
Sep 20 2012 1:33AM
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daannnnieel
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name is related to the fact that you climb? Or is that a happy coincidence? Either way, first semi-useless bump.
Sep 20 2012 1:34AM
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spiderman13
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happy coincidence actually haha didnt even realize this
+k
Sep 20 2012 1:35AM
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finnajon5
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if you live in canada

if you live in the states


Sep 20 2012 1:51AM
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spiderman13
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Thanks! Looking for something cheaper tho
Sep 20 2012 2:05AM
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Rafiki
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geartrade.com
be on the lookout on theclymb http://www.theclymb.com/invite-from/TaylorDavis
Sep 20 2012 2:06AM
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PON3
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Wouldnt climbing gear be the last thing you would want to skimp on the price?
Sep 20 2012 2:07AM
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Rafiki
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i'm guessing by "cheap" he means quality stuff that's on sale/used but in good condition for a good price.
Sep 20 2012 2:08AM
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PON3
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haha well I hope so!
Sep 20 2012 2:11AM
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spiderman13
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Definately want cheap as in price not quality I'm assuming there are sites just like the clymb or sesh day but for climbing Trying to find those! Thanks!
Sep 20 2012 2:13AM
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Rafiki
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the clymb had climbing gear last week

Sep 20 2012 2:23AM
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I_Am_Mod
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genuine climbing gear has to meet very strict industry standards, so in general a piece of 10$ climbing gear is going to be just as safe as a 30$ piece... given that you use it correctly ....

the main differences for example on harnesses are more/less buckles/padding, for carabiners different locks and heavier/lighter, ropes different waterproofing and width, etc.... or simply because you're buying last years gear ...


Sep 20 2012 9:54AM
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iFlip
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spadout.com will compare most major (as well as not so major) retailed. For example, type Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness and it will sort results by price.

mountainproject.com has an amazing For Sale forum, where great deals can be scored

cascadeclimbers.com has a Yard Sale forum that also frequently has good stuff.

I just unloaded several hundred dollars of extra climbing gear but have a bit left. I have an extra #4 Camalot (new with tags) that I would part with for $65, as well as some shoes and alpine pants.

I own more gear than your local REI, and have gotten most of it on sale. Happy to help with any climbing related questions!

Sep 20 2012 5:16PM
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Rafiki
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doubt it
Sep 20 2012 5:54PM
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.Apex.
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Is climbing gear really something you want to buy cheap :s ?
Sep 20 2012 6:52PM
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Davin
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I went to an rei store and there was a decent amount of clearence items. shoes for around 40-60 dollars. definetly call before to see though.
Sep 20 2012 7:26PM
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dynosnore
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The clymb has cheap gear sometimes, but the deals are very sporadic and things sell out quickly. You can find used gear online at sites like GearX. If you want the best deals on new gear though check out this list of the best places to buy climbing gear and do some price comparisons.
Oct 24 2012 5:29PM
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iFlip
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Lame spam is lame. I nominate this person for a ban. What he did not tell you is that if you follow his link and sign up he gets either $10 or $20, I forget which. If you do want to join the Clymb, follow a respected member's link, or ask me for mine. By the way, the Clymb has essentially no climbing gear, and that which they do have sucks and is not worth buying at any price.
Oct 24 2012 6:29PM
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spiderman13
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im already a member there haha
Oct 24 2012 6:35PM
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