Pop-Up outdoor gear stand

Event attendees, racers, campers and local outdoor club members who want gear on the spot.

Markup on each item sold, with the best margins on small, popular items like socks, headlamps, water bottles and accessories.

• Knowing outdoor gear well
• Selling face to face
• Stock planning
• Driving and loading

• Vendor fees and permits vary by event and city, check with organizers and your city or county
• Sales tax registration and collection in your state, and possibly temporary permits for events
• General liability insurance, which many events require proof of
• Weather can cut sales on event days
• Storing stock at home may be limited by lease or HOA rules

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your stock, tent or trailer, vehicle needs and insurance. These are estimates, so your own figure will depend on how large a range you carry.

Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $5,000, depending on how many events you attend, your stock and your prices. The estimate assumes at least 8 hours of work a week. Weather can cut sales on event days.

Vendor fees and permits vary by event and city, so check with organizers and your city or county. Also check sales tax registration in your state, possible temporary event permits, and insurance, which many events require proof of.