ST. LOUIS - TelAve -- Got a bike collecting dust in the garage? A closet full of camping gear you no longer use? Or maybe you're searching for a great deal on your next outdoor essential? Going back to its roots, the Gateway Outdoor Expo is bringing back a Bike & Gear Swap on Saturday, February 13, giving outdoor enthusiasts a place to buy, sell, and trade directly with one another.

The swap offers a chance to find a new home for gently used bikes, parts, accessories, apparel, and other outdoor gear — or score a great deal on something you've been wanting. Whether you're hunting for a vintage bike, upgrading your kayak, or filling a gap in your backpacking kit, there's likely to be something worth checking out.

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A Call for Sellers

The Expo is now inviting individuals to reserve a space in the swap. For just $25 per 8-foot table (two-table maximum), sellers can bring their used outdoor gear to sell or trade with fellow enthusiasts. Advance registration is required, and space is limited. To reserve a table of request an exhibitor application, visit gatewayoutdoorexpo.com/exhibit-at-expo/. (https://gatewayoutdoorexpo.com/exhibit-at-expo/)

More than just a place to find a bargain, the Bike & Gear Swap is an opportunity to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts, give pre-loved equipment a second life, and make outdoor recreation more accessible.

The swap is part of the 2027 Gateway Outdoor Expo, which brings together outdoor brands, retailers, clubs, nonprofits, outfitters, and recreation organizations for a day of gear, interactive workshops, and inspiration. Organizers anticipate more than 5,000 attendees and approximately 150 exhibit booths.

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The Gateway Outdoor Expo takes place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, February 13, at the St. Charles Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Blvd. Admission and parking are free.

For event information on the Bike & Gear Swap and the Gateway Outdoor Expo, visit gatewayoutdoorexpo.com (https://www.gatewayoutdoorexpo.com/).

About the Gateway Outdoor Expo

The Gateway Outdoor Expo is the region's premier outdoor recreation show, drawing thousands of attendees annually for a full day of adventure, education, and community. The event features the best in gear, resources, education, and organizations working to strengthen the Midwest's vibrant outdoor ecosystem. The event is produced by River City Outdoors and Terrain Magazine.