Sustainability

Secondhand is better for the outdoors we love

Recast was built for anglers who care about the waters they fish and the world they pass on. By buying and selling secondhand fishing equipment, our community helps reduce waste, extend the life of quality gear, and make angling more accessible to everyone.

Whether it’s a spinning reel that gets a second season or a rod that sees new waters, each item listed helps reduce demand for new manufacturing — and lowers our collective impact on the planet.

🎣 79% say secondhand gear performs just as well as new

🧰 61% prefer to repair or maintain gear before buying new

🔁 42% said they bought secondhand gear they otherwise would’ve purchased new

We know fishing can be expensive. Recast helps stretch your budget while still getting high-quality equipment. Buying secondhand can mean serious savings — and selling unused gear can put money back in your tackle box.

💸 38% use their Recast earnings to fund new gear

🪙 21% use the money to save or cover everyday costs

💡 49% say they buy more consciously since joining Recast

Fishing connects us to nature — and we believe in protecting it. Manufacturing new gear has a carbon cost. By choosing secondhand, Recast anglers help cut emissions and reduce the pressure on global resources.

We’re working on measuring our community’s full impact. But what’s clear is this: every rod reused, every tackle box resold, every reel relisted — they all add up to a more sustainable sport.

At Recast, we’re committed to minimizing our own environmental footprint as we grow. From optimizing delivery routes to exploring packaging-free local pickups, we’re building a better marketplace — for anglers and for the environment.

* This page will be updated as Recast collects more data, partners with environmental researchers, and shares progress transparently. We’re just getting started — and we’re glad you’re with us.