The shop is ready for Spring! We are already getting requests for gear for upcoming trips. As we move into warmer months, Janky Gear will want to prioritize taking gear and outdoor clothing 50/50. That means half the shop clothing and half gear. In seasons past, the shop usually has far more clothing but to better serve customers, we need to carry more quality gear. Be sure to email us at JankyGear@gmail.com to let us know if you have a bike you would like to consign.    Over the Spring and Summer season, we will have deals on bringing in hot selling gear. During the month of April i ..read more

 Invite your favorite friend, whether it's your best guy or gal pal, to celebrate Galentine's Day with us! Come down to Janky Gear, Kismet, and the newly opened Chappie's for fantastic deals, with a special 14% discount store-wide.  Join us from 4 pm to 6 pm for refreshing treats as we celebrate friendship on Galentines. Be sure to check out  Chappie's, the latest addition to Rochester, MN's consignment scene. Situated conveniently next to Kismet Consignment Shop, Chappie's is your go-to spot for consignment finds tailored for dudes. Don't miss out on this exciting add ..read more

 No longer accepting Winter items. As we roll into February, we're aiming to clear our Winter gear inventory. Given the unusual season, Winter items have experienced sluggish sales. Consequently, we've decided to discontinue accepting Winter gear for the season. While we focus on selling out our remaining Winter items, we're not yet prepared to introduce Spring and Summer items. Starting March 2nd we will be in full-on Spring consignment mode and ready for all your Spring and Summer gear. What's selling right now at Janky Gear? Currently, Items classified as "Seasonally Neutral" are ..read more

Happy New Year!  I hope you start your New Year with exciting new goals. Janky Gear wants to be a part of your resolutions. Start fresh by taking inventory of your gear for your outdoor adventures. Consign your unwanted gear and shop gear to reach your new goals. We also hope you add "contribute to a circular economy" to your resolution list! We love it when you consign your gear and use your proceeds to buy used gear at Janky Gear.  Janky Gear Notes: Closed January 31st. We will be taking items on consignment Jan 1st- 24th. We are still accepting winter gear on a shorter consignmen ..read more

The holidays are upon us and there is a flurry of shoppers coming through Janky Gear! December is one of our best sales months, yet a slow consignment month. December is a great time to consign your used outdoor gear! Consign while shoppers are excited for the holidays and will be gearing up to achieve all their New Year's resolutions.  We are making some changes at Janky Gear. We are no longer accepting kid's clothing. We have decided to expand the men's clothing! Over the next few months, the children's clothing section will be phased out and we will be bringing in m ..read more

I am Paige’s mom, Marlene, and you may have seen me in the shop.  I have very important tasks like watering the plants, sweeping the floor, zipping jackets, and stamping the bags.  I also have “mom” duties like bringing in coffee, doing the dishes in the back room (and at her house), and taking Paige to dinner after work. I love to be outside but not in that “janky gear” way. I want to visit with friends, take a walk near a lake, eat on a patio, go for a boat ride, and sit in an Adirondack chair and have a glass of wine. And I am not a fan of Winter. My point here is that Janky Gear ..read more

Did your holiday shopping leave you with a pile of gifts? Did you know that even wrapping paper can impact the environment? This year, join the Janky Gear Community and wrap your gifts in sustainable ways. Let's make Mother Nature happy this festive season! Check out these creative gift wrapping ideas: Newspaper or magazine Paper bags from the store Fabric Dish towel Pillowcase Basket Tin or Jar Artwork Map Storage Box Plain Paper Stuff Sack Blanket Bandana Flower pot Reusable bag Don't Wrap!  Give your gifts a planet-friendly hug and get wrapping ..read more

Ditch the Bag, Spread the Cheer: The Importance of Sustainable Shopping and Gift Wrapping At Janky Gear, we are that shop that always asks "Would you like a bag?" But what we are really asking is "do you really need a a single-use bag for something you can easily carry?" Most of our customers pass on the bag, understanding the impact of single-use bags on the environment. This holiday we want to challenge you to ditch the bag as you shop this holiday season and come up with creative ways to embrace re-use as you wrap gifts. Janky Gear will donate the average cost of a shopping bag t ..read more

We are gearing up for the holiday season. November 1st we will be accepting fall and winter gear, looking to keep the racks full through the shopping season.  Winter jacket issues to check before consigning: Check for tissues and dog poop bags in your jacket pockets. We automatically price the item lower if something gross is in the pocket. Check zippers. We can still an item with a pocket with a zipper issue, but we turn away items with the "main" zipper issues. Does the jacket have a hood or liner jacket that is missing? Columbia items are notorious for the removable hood and the ..read more

Happy Fall! There is still time to get out there and go camping. Don't let the fluctuating temperatures scare you for taking that trip you have been meaning to take all summer. Some might argue that the fall is the best time of the year to go camping!  Fall camping just takes a few more layers, a little extra planning and warm drinks! Stop into the shop to get those few extra layers before you head out to help keep you dry, cool and warm during these fluctuating temp days.  Here are a few basic things to pack for a backpacking trip to help get you started.  Happy trails. Stay J ..read more