I just got an email today that GearTrade has released an iPhone app.  I've mentioned GearTrade before.  It's a great site for listing and selling your used gear.  I've sold quite a few items without any problems.  I don't have an iPhone, so I can't tell you if the app works well.  But if you have an iPhone, and gear to sell, you can download the GearTrade app here.

 With Christmas coming up, I'm hoping Santa will deliver some new backpacking toys to my house and I know I'm not the only one.  If you don't get everything on your list though, remember that after Christmas lots of people will be looking to sell their used gear (or their unwanted new gear).  Gear Trade is a great place to find deals on new or slightly used gear.  I've bought and sold through Gear Trade with great success.  Start cleaning out the gear closet now if you want... sign up here to start selling your old gear.

I enjoy camping, but I'm not a big fan of camping in cold weather.  Partially because its cold, and partially because my friends won't go camping when its cold.  And camping alone is kind of boring to me.  That said, when it starts to warm up I can't wait to get out on the trail.  First things first though, I've got to go through all my gear.  I have to make sure everything is cleaned, conditioned, seam-sealed, and organized so I can find what I need quickly. 

Inevitably I find one or two items that I don't use anymore and wonder what to do with them.  If you have that same problem, let me introduce you to GearTrade. Their site says they are "bringing outdoor freaks together to buy and sell gear".  All you have to do is register for a free account, then post the items you want to sell.  Its not hard - post some item specs, pictures, and your asking price.  If someone buys your gear, GearTrade takes a small commission and you are guaranteed to get paid.  It's well worth the time.  And its nice to know that the gear will get used instead of laying around in my closet.