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Hot Sheet: Frugal Backpacker, Over Easy Cafe close brick-and-mortar shops in Asheville, more
Jason Sandford November 19, 2020

Also, Rabbit Rabbit, the new outdoor music and event venue in downtown Asheville, is transforming this week into kind of a mini holiday theme park known as Winter

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Second Gear in West Asheville celebrates 15th anniversary Saturday
Jason Sandford June 14, 2019

Second Gear opened in West Asheville in 2004.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: MountainTrue taking reservations for annual French Broad Float
Jason Sandford May 13, 2015

Also, former WLOSer Mike Mason lands a new gig and a new photography studio opens in Riverside Business Park.

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Second Gear to close downtown Asheville store, focus on West Asheville location
Jason Sandford December 26, 2014

Second Gear's two locations are holding year-end sales; its last day of sales downtown is set for Jan. 4.

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Asheville business
Diamond Brand, Highland Brewing team up for first outdoor gear demo
Jason Sandford August 6, 2013

Visitors will have the chance to see and try out gear from popular outdoor industry brands like Mountain Hardwear, Eagles Nest Outfitters, Osprey Packs and more.

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Asheville business
Vote for Second Gear in Backpacker magazine poll of best used gear shop
Jason Sandford January 5, 2013

Support local indie biz: Second Gear is one of 12 shops from around the U.S. in the poll.

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Second Gear now open in downtown Asheville
Jason Sandford March 24, 2012

Check ’em out! Here’s the press release: http://www.secondgearwnc.com Second Gear, Asheville’s answer for affordable outdoor gear and clothing, has opened a second location in downtown Asheville at 15 West Walnut St. Serving Asheville’s outdoor community ...

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Second Gear to open second location in downtown Asheville
Jason Sandford December 19, 2011

Loyal reader Russ reports that he’s secured a new downtown location for his Second Gear outdoor gear consignment store. Earlier this year, Second Gear expanded its West Asheville store. From Russ: Hey Jason, Here’s a ...

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