CONSIGNMENT INTAKE IS OPEN - ALMOST SUMMER HOURS IN EFFECT - 10 AM to 5 PM - Tuesday through Saturday -
536 Ward St
Nelson, British Columbia
V1L 1S9
(778) 671-3816
hello@freetimeconsignment.com
ALMOST SUMMER HOURS
Tuesday through Saturday
10 AM to 5 PM
Free Time is a consignment store for the outdoors in downtown Nelson, BC. We provide a connection point for locals and visitors to find gently used outdoor gear for new adventures and consign gear that’s no longer in use.
We switch stock with the seasons and focus on gear that we know works best in the Kootenays. Depending on the time of year, you’ll find gear and clothing for biking, hiking, camping, climbing, mountaineering, paddling, skiing, snowboarding, and more in the shop.
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WHAT WE TAKE:
We accept gently used gear and clothing from reputable outdoor brands. We take summer gear from March to September, and winter gear from September to March. Items need to be: current <7-10 years for gear, <10 years for clothing (wiggle room for vintage appeal); clean, complete, and in good or better condition (small repairs OK).
05/09/25: NOW TAKING SUMMER GEAR
It’s warming up ya’ll! Read on to find out what we’re accepting:
CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR
Pants/shorts/shirts/dresses/skirts/swimwear/sandals/shoes from outdoor brands (for all ages). Swimwear bottoms must be new with original tags.
CAMPING/HIKING/BACKPACKING GEAR
Backpacks (<70L), day packs, trekking poles, tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, stoves, cookware, accessories (stuff sacks, headlamps, camp kitchen), clothing, hiking boots & shoes (in great shape i.e. top 1/3 of their lifespan)
Bike clothing and accessories (shorts, pants, jerseys, outerwear, flat-style shoes, sunglasses and goggles); accessories (pumps, multi tools, pads, hip/hydration packs, bikepacking bags, panniers and bike racks); modern mountain bike and gravel components. We will take helmets that are new with original tags.
Trail shoes (in great shape i.e. top 1/3 of their lifespan), running vests, clothing (technical layers, windbreakers, shorts, hats, etc)
CLIMBING/MOUNTAINEERING GEAR
Climbing shoes, chalk bags, crash pads, mountaineering boots, crampons and accessories. We will take harnesses that are new with original tags.
PADDLING/WATER SPORTS GEAR
Drysuits, paddling tops/pants, wetsuits, paddles, pogies, dry bags, some SUPs & whitewater kayaks (limited space for large items)
UPDATES FOR SUMMER ‘25
We are no longer accepting the following items:
- Road bike jerseys/shoes/most components (MTB/gravel stuff OK)
- Bike trainers
- Car bike racks/bars
- Water filters (unless new in packaging)
- Most electronics (unless new in packaging)
WHAT WE DON’T TAKE:
- Safety-related items (helmets, ropes, harnesses, avalanche transceivers, etc) or undergarments (padded bike shorts, socks, technical underwear) unless brand new in original packing
- Team sports equipment
- Department store brands
GEAR EXPECTATIONS:
- All items must be clean, complete, and fully functional
- Clothing, outerwear, and sleeping bags must be freshly laundered
- Wipe down footwear & gear with a damp cloth
- Items that are dirty, smelly, have broken zippers, unpatched tears/holes, or large stains are not eligible for consignment
PAYOUT PROCESS:
When your items sell, funds go onto your account as store credit. You can spend your credit in the shop like cash (and we’ll give you a 10% BONUS on your earnings) or request a payout by e-transfer. Payouts are processed every Friday.
Get real-time alerts when your items sell! Download the Ricochet Go app to monitor your consignor account.
PAYOUT SCALE
$1 - $150: 50% - 50% split
$151 - $300: 60% your way
$301 - $450: 70% your way
$451+: 80% your way
*The amount you earn is based on the selling price of each consigned item (i.e. a jacket priced at $100 = $50 to you)
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We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa, the Syilx, and the Sinixt peoples, home to the Métis and many diverse Aboriginal persons.
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