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DENVER, April 28, 2022 /CSRwire/ — Out&Back, the one-stop online platform for buying or selling new and used outdoor and adventure gear, today announces the launch of its in-store buyback program with DICK’S Sporting Goods ( DICK’S ) and Public Lands, a specialty outdoor retailer, for select hard outdoor gear (including hard and soft goods) in select markets.
Founded by a Colorado native Barruch Ben-Zekry In 2019, Out&Back creates a platform that offers a brand new experience for selling and buying used equipment side-by-side in one convenient place. Specifically geared towards outdoor and adventure enthusiasts, the platform connects buyers and sellers to a world of used outdoor gear from brands such as Patagonia, Marmot, The North Face, Arc’teryx and new brands for 2022, Carhartt, Herschel Supply Co ., Pendleton, Roxy, Spyder and more.
“We started Out&Back because we knew there was an unmet need for the resale of outdoor and adventure gear,” he said Barruch Ben Zekry, Founder and CEO from Back and forth. “When we listened to the needs of our consumers, it became clear that an all-in-one platform including gear and accessories was the obvious next step for us. Since launching in 2019, we have seen 43% growth in the softgoods category and expect to see equal demand for outdoor and adventure hardgoods through our partnership with DICK’S and Public Lands.”
Through the pilot program being launched with DICK’S and Public Lands in two key outdoor markets – Denver, CO, and Pittsburgh, PA – Out&Back will begin selling in select locations (Public Lands in Cranberry Twp., PA; DICK’S Sporting Goods in Pittsburgh, PA (South Hills) and Lakewood, CO) Friday through Sunday to convert unwanted or unused equipment into instant cash payments. In addition to previously accepted items such as outerwear, tents, backpacks and other soft goods, the newly accepted categories include skis and snowboards from Burton, Atomic, Bent Metal, Blizzard Tecnica, GNU, Nordica and more, with more categories being added as the partnership progresses. As part of all gear buybacks, Out&Back and DICK’S are donating one percent of the value of the listings to 1% For The Planet, a not for profit organization dedicated to funding various environmental organizations working to protect the planet. The program will launch at Public Lands in Pittsburgh on April 29 and at DICK’S stores in Pittsburgh and Denver over the coming weeks.
“Working with Out&Back to empower people to explore the great outdoors while reducing our environmental footprint is a win-win,” he said Peter Land, Chief Sustainability Officer at DICK’S Sporting Goods.
DICK’S and Out&Back believe in creating a more sustainable, accessible shopping experience for everyone. By curating gear from across the web, the Out&Back platform offers an unparalleled shopping experience. With the simple sell-back tool, sellers can get instant offers without having to list products one by one. Out&Back takes products off your hands with free shipping labels and direct cash payment. While all buyers can count on a quality guarantee with a 30-day return policy on all items purchased, no questions asked.
Composed of a team of outdoor enthusiasts based in Denver, Colorado, Out&Back believes that exploring the great outdoors is one of humankind’s greatest joys and that there exists a world where one person’s unwanted gear becomes another’s new gear can become a person. Its mission is to keep gear out of landfills to minimize humanity’s environmental impact and instead keep it circulating to ensure adventures can continue for many years to come.
For more information on Out&Back, visit outandbackoutdoor.com.
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About Out&Back:
Founded in Denver, Colorado in late 2019 by Barruch Ben-Zekry, Out&Back Outdoor is the one-stop shop for buying and selling outdoor gear. Out&Back is the only place where customers can compare new and used products in the same shopping experience and sell obsolete items in under a minute for instant cash offers and free shipping. Visit outandbackoutdoor.com for more information
About DICK’S sporting goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) inspires confidence and excitement by personally outfitting all athletes so they can achieve their dreams. The leading omnichannel retailer was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh. It serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts at more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream and Public Lands stores, online and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and the Golf Galaxy Performance Center as well as GameChanger, a mobile youth sports app for scheduling, communication, live scores and video streaming.
Driven by his belief that sport makes people better, DICK’S is a long-time advocate for youth sports and, along with his foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. For more information about DICK’s business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities, visit dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About public land
Public Lands seeks to celebrate and protect public lands for all. Through its retail locations and website, Public Lands offers stylish and technical gear for all skill levels at its eight outdoor specialty stores. On a local level, Public Lands businesses are community hubs, offering regular programs that support explorers’ love of nature and hosting local volunteer events. Public Lands donates 1% of all sales to the Public Lands Fund, which supports national and local non-profit organizations working to protect public lands and improve access and equity in nature. Visit PublicLands.com, Facebook and Instagram for more information.
DICK’S sporting goods
DICK’S sporting goods
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods is a leading omnichannel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive line of authentic, quality athletic equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of October 30, 2021, the Company operated 734 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations across the United States, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal bests through a combination of dedicated teammates, in-store services and unique specialty-shops for team sports, sportswear, golf, outdoor, fitness and shoes.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK’S also owns and operates specialty stores Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream and Public Lands as well as GameChanger, a mobile youth sports app for scheduling, communication, live scores and video streaming. DICK’S offers its products through a dynamic e-commerce platform integrated with its network of stores, offering athletes the convenience and expertise of a 24/7 store.
For more information, visit the Investor Relations page at dicks.com.
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