[Amazing flea market] Announcement of the "Outdoor Gear Flea Market 2024" held by mountain lovers on Sunday, December 1st [Outdoor Gearzine 10th anniversary offline event]

<h2″>I'll be doing a flea market offline for the first time in a while

Outdoor Gearzine will once again be holding an offline event on Sunday, December 1st this winter.

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Outdoor Gearzine's 10th anniversary 2nd edition All participants are selling Outdoor Gear/Great Flea Market Party 2024

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Project 1: Get a huge hit with up to 90% off reviewed mountain tools purchased from Outdoor Gearzine!

Up until now, Outdoor Gearzine has purchased many outdoor gear for review writing, research, or simply for material desires, and has released items that are still fully usable even after reviews to readers at flea markets.

However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in recent years, it has not been possible to hold a large flea market event in Tokyo, and as a result, the current mountain equipment warehouse is on the verge of fullness. I think it's about time to do it, so I'd like to release the gear that has accumulated over the past few years at a discount rate of around 50-90%! It's possible online, but flea markets are definitely fun to have fun talking in real life.

Of course, all items on sale are one-of-a-kind, so first served, it's basically first come, so don't miss out.

Furthermore, based on our experience, if all items are first served, it is possible that participants will be flooded with people at the start of the event. Of course, we are very welcome to have a lot of participants, but if the venue becomes too confusing, there is a possibility that various accidents will occur, such as the progress of the event or the inconvenience of the neighbors.

We have compiled listing items and planned sales prices (added on 11/19)

It's finally about two weeks away, but we've put together the items on sale on the same day and the planned sales prices that we've been waiting for! Please check the Google Sheets below.

*Please note that items marked with a "★" in the list will be sold in a lottery, as we determine that there is a risk that there will be a flood of applicants!

View list of items listed on flea markets

This list is so many items that I can't write down all of them. It's probably about 70% of the roughly planned release.

But flea markets are fun to see what kind of bargains you can find on the day Please feel free to all of us, and we may add items that are not available on the day, so please enjoy the excitement!

However, on the other hand, there may be items written here (although I don't think so), which may become unavailable due to an accident, so please be aware of this as well.

<h3″>Project 2: [Lost Arrow's gift to everyone] A compact lantern "Black Diamond Moji (old model)" will be given to the first 35 flea market buyers!

This time, Lost Arrow, who helped us with this season, provided us with a wonderful gift to all of our participants!

We will give the first 35 people who purchase a simple camping lantern that can be hanged or placed on a table, to the first 35 people who purchase it at the cash register at a flea market (three colors).

Other buyers will receive an original Outdoor Gearzine tenugui!

Even if you unfortunately missed the first come first served, all purchasers from flea markets will receive an original Outdoor Gearzine printed tenugui!

Project 3: Let's all set up a store together and have other mountain tools used by other mountain-loving friends for a long time! (Even one item is welcome)　

*Added on November 19: Applications in the store have ended due to a large number of applications.

"It would be interesting if there was a flea market where only tools lovers like Outdoor Gearzine readers were gathered together?" That was a project I'd like to try one day.

I no longer use it, but it's still usable, and everyone has items that I think it's a waste to throw it away.

So, why not try opening a flea market for someone else to use tools you no longer use?

At the event, those who apply for participation in advance can open the store freely by spreading the items they brought into the venue space. Even just one item is OK. I would be happy if you could participate.

In the coming era, it is clear that the Earth will not be able to carry out mass production and consumption as it is in the future, and "repair, reuse, and recycling" will become the norm. While we understand that it is important to continue using one tool for a long time, but we want to try using many tools, what should we do? One of the answers is this grassroots circular economic activity. So we look forward to receiving many applications!

*Added on November 19: Applications in the store have ended due to a large number of applications.

Project 4: A talk session with designers from the new star outdoor brand "arata" that is wrapped in veils

First of all, as I mentioned in the review article the other day, a guest talk has been decided! This time we are invited to Sugime, the founder and designer of the Japanese outdoor brand "arata," which has been released this season.

The connection between Sugime and Outdoor Gearzine began about five years ago when Sugime started Teishin Tech and introduced a unique cooker to Gearzine as the agency for a Chinese outdoor cooking utensil brand called Fire-Maple.

I often receive requests for gear reviews from manufacturers and brands that I don't know who I know, so the enquiries themselves are not uncommon, but Sugime's email was different. I will never forget that the depth of knowledge, awareness of the issue, and passion that was extremely intense among the emails I received so far.

At the time when China was still the image of "Pachimon," I went to the outdoor exhibition "Asia Outdoor Trade Show 2017" in China at my own expense and realized the abilities and unfortunate possibilities, so I was even more excited to see "someone has sold real Chinese brands!"

After that, Teishin Tech became a Japanese official distributor for a talented brand called MOBI GARDEN, which I was so impressed by on the spot that I couldn't help but steadyly expand the items we handle, and began to focus on original development, such as creating custom-made Japanese models. Since then (he has been involved in a wide range of product designs, including home appliances and cars), Sugime's deep and broad insight into tents was incredible.

During that time, I had not stopped communicating regularly with Sugime, talking about the outdoor situation in China and various new gear ideas, and was looking forward to Sugime's next move while dreaming about the future.

Sugime finally created the original tent, the arata AX series, is the crystallization of overflowing ideas and drive.

I've written a lot, but what I'm trying to say in the end is that the brand "arata" has completely different roots from previous outdoor brands, and is a brand full of charm and future potential, with unique technical capabilities and production capabilities.

I need to let you know this more, which is the main reason for holding this talk event.

At the event, we will ask you as much as time can afford, including Sugime-san, Arata's path, what he has been taking, what he is thinking, and what he is thinking about in the future, so please look forward to it!

Project 5:4 Brand pop-up stores will be set to open! (Added on 11/19)

We are planning to hold a flea market for Outdoor Gearzine and readers at the event, but in addition to that, we have decided to open a store from a garage brand!

Brand open 1 arata

Arata, holds a talk event, will also be opening a pop-up shop on the day!

[arata]

arata is an outdoor brand from Japan. We provide valuable products and services by constantly continuing to improve with new perspectives. The biggest feature of the backbone that produces arata products is our "technical capabilities." Since students were students, the designers have enjoyed manufacturing and have been involved in the design of a variety of products, including automobiles, home appliances, industrial machinery, robots, formula cars, testing equipment, and medical equipment.

Arata combines these technical capabilities with extensive outdoor experience to create outdoor equipment that they really want to use and that they will want to recommend to their friends from the perspective of an engineer.

Store brand 2 glider

"glider" applied after seeing the announcement of this event . Simple, lightweight, easy to use, you'll want to use it yourself! This is a garage brand that creates mountaineering equipment that you think is what you're thinking. It is said that the store was also opened at the "GEARLOOP MARKET" held at Yoyogi Park the other day and it was sold out. This is your chance to discover new items that you won't find easily in your hands!

[glider]

This is a garage brand that intensively creates what you want to use in the mountains.

Not only is it light, but it also has a strong finish by ingenuity in the sewing method and structure, so we hope you can use it without worrying about using it for everyday use or for hard mountain climbing.

Brand 3: Baa Rram Ewe

Baa Rram Ewe , an outdoor apparel brand for women who is also a reader of Outdoor Gearzine and has also participated in many offline events .

The event is likely to be a fun event for female enthusiasts and readers too!

[Baa Rram Ewe]

A mountaineering wear brand with the concept of "making clothes that allow women to be themselves, both in the mountains and in the city."

This is a brand launched in 2023 by a mountain lover girl!

We offer beautifully designed clothing that is functional and can be used in the mountains, but can be used in the city as well.

This time we plan to sell original clothing as well as [SN] (Super Natural) collaboration products.

We also have stores in Nerima, including e-commerce sites.

Keyaki no Oto Terrace, 5-11-18 Sakuradai, Nerima-ku, Tokyo 176-0002

Store Brand ④ SO FAR SO GOOD

Furthermore, SO FAR SO GOOD applied this time. We are currently offering handmade gear, which is designed and produced based on our own experience, in our online shop, as well as in six stores across the country, including Hikers Depot and GRiPS!

[SO FAR SO GOOD]

A Japanese garage brand that started in 2018. The numerous handmade gear, which is created by a female owner alone, from designing to manufacturing all products, was created from a unique perspective that is unique to women through her own experiences in mountaineering and trail running.

On the day, we will mainly be selling films, field-tested samples, and prototype samples for the most popular product, Waltz DX.

This is a great opportunity to receive new inspiration and enjoy a fun time by interacting with readers, writers, and outdoor enthusiasts that go beyond the boundaries of manufacturers! Create the best memories with friends and family at the last Outdoor Gearzine 10th anniversary event!

Event details (how to participate)

Date and time:

Sunday, December 1st, 2024

time:

12:00～17:00

place:

"Renospe Camp Tokyo Dome"

3 minutes' walk from JR Suidobashi Station

3F-A New Chiyoda Building, 2-12-5 Kanda Misakicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0061

Admission Fee:

• Free for Outdoor Gearzine membership (standard)
• Free if you subscribe to the membership (standard) on-site
• Non-membership users are 1,000 yen (payment is available on-site)

Outdoor Gearzine is chronically insufficient operating expenses. . We would like to ask everyone to understand the costs involved in the venue rental, as well as the management of the website.

We are also looking for paid membership members using the creator support service "OFUSE," which started this spring. With support from our readers in running Outdoor Gearzine, we deliver useful content almost every week.

Outdoor Gearzine membership page (Go to OFUSE service page)

This event is an opportunity for you to join our membership (standard) and try out premium content, even if it's just one month!

How to draw lottery items for lottery sale (added on November 19th)

On the day, we will be holding a lottery with the following items: (Please check the list page above for details such as size and price.)

• Insulation NORRONA trollveggen Primaloft100 Zip Hood
• Insulation Rab Mythic G Down Jacket
• Insulation THE NORTH FACE L3 50/50 Down Hoodie
• Tent HILLBERG Act
• Tent Durston Gear X-Mid 1P
• Shelter HMG UNBOUND 2P
• Shelter zpacks Plex Solo
• Backpack Durston Gear Kakuwa 40
• Backpack Pa'lante V2 (sand – gridstop)
• Zpacks Arc Haul Ultra 50L Backpack

So, when explaining these lottery methods, we will explain them along with the gentle timetable for the day.

Lottery sales process

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First, starting from the 12:00 event start, as soon as you enter, a numbered "lottery ticket" will be handed out.

*Admission is from those who have paid the participation fee, so we would appreciate your participation in the "OFUSE Standard Membership" in advance.

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If you would like to purchase, please include the "lottery ticket" in the "lottery box (bag?)" .

*Please note that due to the lottery system, only one item per person can participate in the lottery sales will be included.

Please be aware that if you win two of these, you will lose all your winnings as a violation of the rules!

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After that, a talk event with "arata" will begin at 1pm . Please enjoy your leisurely conversation.

The deadline for entry for the lottery will be "after the talk ends.

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After the talk ends (probably around 2pm), I will draw one lottery ticket from the lottery box , and the winner will be able to purchase it.

Please note that if any other fraud is confirmed that the winner is not present or that any other fraudulent information is confirmed, the winner will be cancelled.

The process for lottery sales is as follows. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Last but not least, what you'd like to ask for your cooperation in avoiding confusion on the day (added on November 19th)

Many participants are expected to be held at the time of the event right after the start of the day (12:00). However, since the venue is a typical rental space, you must absolutely avoid any behavior that may cause trouble to the neighbors.

Therefore, in order to hold events on the day smoothly and without any confusion, as much as possible, we will establish the following rules for admission on the day. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring that all participants in this event can enjoy the event with peace of mind and peace of mind until the end.

About admission on the day

• Never take any action that may cause trouble to the neighborhood, such as waiting in advance for waiting in line near the venue, or staying at the venue or near the venue

• For the first hour after the event starts (12:00-13:00), Preferentially for members to enter." If you want to enter as soon as possible, please Outdoor Gearzine's OFUSE Standard membership in advance (even if you are not for that purpose, members who support Outdoor Gearzine are always welcome to join!). Even if members are given priority, non-members can enter if there is room for space in the venue. Please check at the entrance to see if this is possible (we will be posting the situation from time to time on X and other sites on the day).

• If the number of visitors continues to overflow, we may have to be forced to restrict entry . In that case, we will inform you of the time when the entry restrictions will be lifted, so please wait until then.

• In addition, if there is a candidate who wishes to sell a lottery that exceeds the size of the venue, the venue will be flattened when the winnings are announced, so we are considering switching the announcement of the winnings to email contacting you. Therefore, when registering for the lottery, we may ask you to include an email address that can be contacted, so we ask for your understanding and cooperation in that case.

When we announced the items listed on the members page yesterday, there was a considerable response, and we were able to quickly set the rules as we expected to see some confusion on the day. It may proceed normally without such confusion, and there may even be more people than expected. As the organizer, I'm honestly excited. If the situation changes further, we may ask for new cooperation, but we will respond flexibly, including on the day, so we will take the time to respond flexibly so that there is no confusion or disappointment for you, so we need your cooperation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

We will continue to inform you as more developments as soon as there are more, so don't miss out. We look forward to seeing you many participants!