We think bike camping is the best, but also know that gear can be really expensive and a serious barrier to trying it. We've been lucky to build up this library of camping gear, bike bags, cookware, bikes, books and zines over the last few years with the help of so many awesome contributors, and anyone in the TMC community (as long as you've been to one of our events and have signed a waiver) is encouraged to borrow items.
Start by reading our Borrowing Policy.
If all the fine print sounds good you can Create an Account, set up a Username and Password, and review and sign the Borrowing Policy.
Check out our inventory and reserve items from the TMC Gear Library. You’ll receive a confirmation of your booking from us within 48 hours.
Pick up your items at our pickup location in North Dartmouth.
It’s Nicola’s home, so we’ll share the address and lockbox code with you once you’ve submitted your request.
Go on an adventure!
Return your cleaned* items back to us by the end of the borrowing period. Pickup times are designated on our MyTurn site but you can drop items back in the lockbox anytime!
* Please see our Borrowing Policy for cleaning instructions.
Donations allow us to make the library bigger and better. If you have extra gear that isn't in use, get in touch at themonthlycycle.ca with a description of the item, photos, and its condition, and we’ll get back to you. Items must be gently-used, in good condition and cleaned before donating.
They’re not necessary or expected, but we also accept cash donations that will go directly back to the maintenance and expansion and hosting fees of the Gear Library - those can be left in the lockable drop box when you pick up or drop off gear. Oh, and thank you. <3
Email us at themonthlycyclehfx@gmail.com.