Starting a Camping/outdoor equipment business

Chief businessmen and women, kindly advice on;

  • how much capital is needed to start ( the least you can start with)
  • Suppliers/where to get the goods at wholesale prices
  • potential challenges
  • how much realistically can i make in a given month

santeni sana

What do you intend to do? offer camping ground or what? Meanwhile, start it next year. Saizi ni hibernation as we wait to survive

Unaanza biz ya kutravel time ya corona. Uko na akili

Pitia pale Decathlon Karen Hub and ask them

no, not camping ground kuuza vitu za kuhike na kucamp kama hema, camping tables, outdoor gear yaani

si ya kutravel per se baana ni ya kuuza vitu za kutravel kama tents, portable lights etc

shukran acha nitapiga lap ivo after quarantine session

It’s a viable business that many don’t do but as always do your research on the potential target market…your products will get more attention from people like expatriates and foreign tourists.

I think this might be tricky because many people and I also don’t look for expensive and sophisticated camping gear. I just got mine from the nearest supermarket and it was very cheap. I don’t know about the quality yer, we’ll see, but these things always get dirty and tend to wear out quickly, so that’s why I don’t invest in them. I always look for tips and hints on brightcamping.com so you could try and look there for information. I wish you luck but you should recommend more before staring this because it’s not a cheap investment.

I personally think it’s a good idea and I hope you succeed in this, it seems something interesting. Especially since many people love to go camping and I am sure you will have many clients.
I personally also love to go camping with friends and we always like to try new places and everything to be different. We also like shopping so we always order from [MEDIA=amazon]B00NPLSZF8[/MEDIA] many cool things that help us and offer us comfort and fun when we go camping.
I can’t wait to pile up again and leave for some fun.

Hi

I see that there are knowledgeable people here. Can you recommend a good flashlight for hiking?

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The income from your business will depend on various factors, including location, marketing efforts, and the quality of your products. It’s challenging to predict exact monthly earnings, especially in the early stages. Focus on providing value to your customers, collecting feedback, and gradually expanding your offerings to increase your revenue.

Starting a camping/outdoor equipment business sounds exciting. Here’s a quick rundown:
Capital: The least you can start with varies, but consider a range between $5,000 to $10,000 for essentials like inventory, permits, and marketing.
Suppliers: Look for wholesalers online or attend trade shows. Brands like Coleman, REI, and North Face have wholesale programs.
Challenges: Competition, seasonality, and unpredictable weather can be hurdles. Customer satisfaction is key.
Earnings: Realistically, it varies. In the early months, you might break even, but with hard work, it can grow steadily.
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