Gear To Go Outfitters

Awesome store for storage solutions. the staff prides itself on courtesy, helpfulness and product knowledge and it really shows.

Kevin runs an incredibly professional operation. We were renting gear for eight people — of which six had never camped before. The day of the delivery was a deluge. Kevin ensured that our gear arrived on time in Manhattan — through the rain and Friday traffic. The equipment was clean, well organized, easy to use, and effective. I’m glad he is expanding his operation!
— Jeff

Rented some tents to go camping. — Tents delivered AWESOME!
Open tents up at campsite — No stakes and the inside was filthy!
And wrong sized tents, which ended up having a part of our party to sleep in cars.
NOT COOL!
Will never borrow tents from here again, unless you want to get ripped off (money, customer service, quality).

Upon reading this review, the owner proceeded to call me at my work upset and actually did admit that they were wrong and they were the ones that made a mistake
but then, instead of saying he was sorry that we had to deal with such an inconvenience on our trip, he proceed to do the following:
1. Told me he had found out where I work and told me he will proceed to go to all of my company’s Unilocal pages and threatened to make up false ratings.
2. Called me names on the phone and refused to let me talk.
3. And actually, accused me of stealing stakes (that were never actually given to me) and ended up charging me MORE than the original rental. (which I will try to dispute)
4. Threatened to sue me for writing the Unilocal review… Told me that he is a lawyer and will sue me for everything.
I’ve never had a business owner act so unprofessionally and in such an undignified manner.
I would have gladly updated this review with a positive if he had approached this in a fair, polite manner.
Instead, he insulted, threatened and even charged me more money because he had the ability to.
He used the excuse of «damaged items» (btw, one of our tents came with a hole patched with scotch tape), and claimed we stole stakes from the tents. When I told him that we never received stakes, he flippantly told me «Well you signed the delivery papers, it’s not my problem! Why don’t you look around harder, check your car!»
… we had never received stakes.
He then proceeded to charge me $ 163 for the «stolen» stakes.
I am glad I had the thought to record the entire phone conversation. I only wish Unilocal had an option to post the recording…
There are many other places to rent your tents from, save yourself the time, money, and after-​trip stress. They are thieves…

Kevin & Crew are super knowledgable, honest, enthusiastic about the products he sells and adventures he enables. Rather than stocking everything, they stock the best of each product category for a variety of price points, plus all the latest innovation in gear, carefully cultivated with extensive research and industry contacts. You won’t find another store like this in all of NYC. If you are looking for anything travel or outdoors, Gear-​to-​go should be your first and likely only stop.

Kevin, the owner, is a deeply knowledgeable outdoors person and if you spend time talking with him you will learn allot. He is also a very nice person and can tell you just about anything related to hiking camping on the east coast.
He helped make a big backpacking trip for me and my students a wonderful experience.
I highly recommend his store and his guiding services.

I made an appointment to rent a pair of trekking poles the Thursday night before a winter camping trip in ADK. I had a minor family emergency and couldn’t be there before closing time to pick them up. I headed out early Friday morning and ended up buying a pair at an outfitter in Keene Valley.
After I got back on Sunday I called to see if I could be comped store credit – they already got my money, and I didn’t put any wear on their gear – but, sorry: store policy.
The guy at the register, Ray, couldn’t have been nicer about it. But Kevin couldn’t make a small concession to a new customer (I’d signed a rental agreement after all) so it leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth, and I’ll get my gear elsewhere in the future… a shame, since I’d like to support a small business, and dumb of Kevin since I had a blast this weekend and will be buying a lot of gear in the future.
Also, as knowledgeable as he is, Kevin will try to upsell you on things you don’t need. For example, he talked my friend into buying some completely unnecessary plastic mouthpieces for our widemouth Nalgenes. Not something you want to be fumbling around for while boiling snow.

Great little store, packed with everything you need to survive and thrive in the wild! As a new arrival in New York, I wanted to get equipped and get information on the outdoors opportunities and highlights in the area. The owner, Kevin, is really friendly and helpful and gave me good advice on the key things I needed. They also run a ‘trail taxi’ service, taking groups to and from trailheads, and do organise hikes and trips, including to Greenland and Iceland! Definitely going to be a regular customer here — especially seeing as they have a really good membership programme, where 10% of your spend goes on your account as credit for future purchases — pretty good deal. Thanks guys!

Gear to Go Outfitters may be Google’s number four search result for ‘camping rental equipment new york’, but they’re the number one search result for my heart, and the hearts of my nine closest friends, and also ‘camping rental equipment brooklyn’.
Without Gear to Go Outfitters’ help, our novice but optimistic crew of ten would have ventured into a completely different trip. We would have been without our cast iron sandwich baker, the cornerstone of any grilled cheese enthusiast’s arsenal, and main provider of thoroughly enjoyed sustenance for the group. We would have labored through two days of gathering firewood if not for our trusty pink and orange children’s fishing rods to relax and enjoy. And of course, we would have arrived shelterless and without sleeping pads to protect us from persistent tree root systems, ensuring the need for years and years of chiropractic tinkering.
In other words, Gear to Go Outfitters enabled us to have an excellent weekend camping trip. They’re kind, informative, and most importantly for me, forgiving of ignorance and bubbling with insight. These guys know what they’re doing.
PS. Keep a look out for Madeleine if you are in need of an emboldening smile before your journey into the wild.

Thanks Kevin for a blazing a trail on a great trip. We always just need a get away for some fresh air and you knew exactly where to go! The equipment and location was perfect and the great adventure is always meeting new and interesting people and pets! See you again soon.

Kevin was a great help. Came to the store to purchase a YakTrax to go hiking. Kevin recommended I get the microspikes, because these would have better footing. Sure enough the microspikes worked wonderfully with snow, ice, and mud on the ground.

I LOVE GEAR TO GO OUTFITTERS! This past weekend was my first backpacking/​camping trip I ever went on and boy, did I have the best time ever! Kevin, the owner and one of the guides, and Brent, who was another guide, made this trip so incredible! We were camping in the mountains in preparation for the Leonids Meteor Shower and even though we couldn’t see the shower because of the rain and the overcast, I still had the best time ever! The food (that Kevin cooked himself) was delicious and seriously way more gourmet than I expected and I really had such a great camping experience. All the rental gear was included in the trip so I didn’t have to worry about anything at all! Also, Kevin and Brent were extremely accommodating as guides (one leading the pack and the other closing the pack) and when I had trouble hiking in the rain, Brent lent me his trekking poles since I fell twice :(. I think in regards to the quality of the trip and the fact that meals and transportation and rental gear (which on this trip had to be roughly $ 200 worth) were all-​inclusive, Kevin has such a fantastic rate! I can’t wait to check out the Iceland trip (which according to both Kevin and Brent were their absolute favourite hiking trip ever) as well as the Storytelling hike in mid-​December!
I normally don’t write many Unilocal reviews but occasionally I’ll experience something akin to what I did at Gear to Go and want to share what an exciting experience I had! I really wish I could give 10 stars!!!
Thanks so much Kevin + Brent! :D

I thoroughly enjoyed Gear to Go Outfitter’s orienteering class and was impressed with the patient, thorough and fun approach to learning that Kevin and his assistant provided throughout this daylong event.
Kevin really knows his stuff. But knowledge does not automatically make for a great teacher. Kevin is a great teacher because he imparts his knowledge in a clear, easy-​going way that creates a relaxed learning environment. The class was well-​organized, with plenty of room for questions and plenty of practice opportunities. Overall, a first-​rate introduction to the topic.
It’s great to have a local business providing learning opportunities for being in the great outdoors safely and with the right information in hand. Look forward to more classes down the road!
(And I agree with some of the other reviewers about how refreshing it is to have a camping/​sporting goods shop without attitude – I’ve long since given up on Paragon due to the snark factor there. This is a most welcome resource!)

You won’t find Patagonia here, but for a cause. Kevin and his staff take pride in the fear they stock and cater to a pretty serious hiking crowd. Lots of great Mammut and other tools you’ll be hard pressed to find elsewhere.
We did a night hike with Kevin up in the Hudson Highlands and had a solid trip. Will return for more trips and stop-​ins for socks and more.

I went in to purchase a new backpack. Not only did I walk out with a completely reasonably priced Osprey pack, but I also got a perfect pair of Native sunglasses and I am looking forward to a guided hiking tour in the near future.
Kevin is knowledgable and was patient with this hiking novice!

Great local business with extremely helpful staff. I went looking for recommendations for a new sleeping bag. They walked me through different options and pointed me to a bag that was in my price range and was good for what I planned to use it for. Helpful, friendly, smart and attentive to all the customers in the store.

Great spot near transportation, friendly, knowledgable staff, and professional and I didn’t have to go across the bridge to get what I needed, This spot is great, prices are also reasonable. I bought a back pack for my son, water proof gloves, and out door sleeping bag, I’m a satisfied customer and you can get the items you need right here in Brooklyn take the #2 train to Grand Army Plaza and walk through the new and improved Park Slope and bam you’re there. I am a Brooklyn nite born in Kings County Hospital and raised in Bushwick, and I hate that you have to go to Manhattan to find quality camping gear, no more online shipping and handling, but not any more, I love the convenience of shopping in Brooklyn and the great customer service, come thru ask for Kevin he’s great!

Love not having to either go into Manhattan or online to get some high quality gear. I’m don’t go hiking often so most of my trips here have been for things i can use here in the City. I’ve gotten some pants, a pair of gloves, a hat and a pair of shorts. the guys who work here are knowledgeable, hands-​on and helpful.

Really glad to have a place like this that is local and staffed by friendly, knowledgeable folks. They only sell quality stuff. the personalized service alone is worth a lot. You’re not going to get lost in this store and struggle to find some help. Good selection for a small space. Has a little bit of everything. If you’re just trying to stay warm and light for getting around the city or preparing for some time in the mtns. they will hook you up. I remember the owner used to park his auto on 7^th and sell from a table before he got the store. One more business saving me from shopping online or going into manhattan!

We were in Brooklyn for a day and needed to get backpack covers. REI was too far, so we decided to look for something closer. This is how we found Gear to go Outfitters. The man who served us (I guess the owner) was very nice, he gave us exactly what we need and showed us how it worked. He even answered all of our backpack questions.
The store has equipment for sale and for rent. and it has a pretty dissent selection of backpacks and camping /​hiking accessories.
We don’t hike (yet) or camp, we are just using our backpacks to travel.
But being in that store, just made me want to go hiking and to learn everything about it!