How to Sell Used Fishing Gear

Used fishing gear is one of those categories of products that tends to maintain its value over time.  So long as your gear is in good repair with no major defects, you should find a willing market to buy everything from tackle to rods and electronic fish finders. 

• Place an ad in the classified section of your local paper.  Local buyers are more likely to commit since they do not have to worry about shipping or traveling long distances to purchase.


• Join online specialty groups for your type of fishing.  Online clubs give you an already interested market, and you may find great success by making yourself known in these communities.


• Sell on eBay.  Many people look to eBay first when considering a used product purchase.  You can pay a small amount or add on features to gain visibility, but you are sure to find a wide audience by focusing your efforts there.


• List your fishing gear in the local section of Craigslist.  Craigslist is becoming a very popular way to buy and sell used goods.  Most of the time, shoppers here are looking for a bargain so you may end up selling for less on here than you might elsewhere.


• Go to a tackle swap.  Many fishing communities host tackle swaps each year.  This is a great place to sell what you no longer use and pick up some new things too.


• Sell your gear at a pawnshop.  If you are not concerned about getting the best price and do not want the hassle of selling it yourself, take your gear to a pawnshop.  They will give you less than you could make elsewhere, but the gear will be out of your hands and off the to-do list.