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Freestone, CA

Scaling an AI-powered marketplace to buy, sell, and rent outdoor gear across North America.

• Rapid growth: Over 1.5 million visitors, 22,000+ app users, and 25,000+ products listed since launch.
• Strong leadership: Co-founded by adventure sports icons Travis Rice and Cam Zink.
• Scalable model: Monetizes through commissions without holding inventory, ensuring capital efficiency.
• Strategic partnerships: API integrations with major distributors like Quality Bike Products and Liberty Mountain.
• Sustainability focus: B-Corp certified, promoting circular economy principles in the outdoor gear market.

SENDY is raising funds to expand its AI-driven marketplace designed for buying, selling, and renting outdoor gear and apparel. Serving over 1.5 million visitors and 22,000+ app users across North America since its launch in late 2022, SENDY addresses fragmentation in the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation market by offering a secure, integrated platform for new and used gear. The platform supports individual users, specialty retailers, and distributors, enabling seamless transactions and real-time inventory updates through key API integrations. SENDY eliminates the need for outdated platforms and cash-based meetups, providing shipping, tracking, and secure payments all within the platform.

The funds raised will be used to scale SENDY’s marketplace infrastructure, expand marketing efforts, and grow its user and product base. SENDY’s revenue model focuses on transaction commissions without holding inventory, offering a scalable solution to meet increasing demand for affordable outdoor gear. Founded by adventure sports icons Travis Rice and Cam Zink, and supported by investors including Big Sky Ventures, SENDY leverages deep industry expertise and a strong community of outdoor enthusiasts. The company’s YoY growth exceeds 100%, and it projects continued momentum with a revenue target of $1.1 million in 2025. SENDY aims to build on its traction and expand its footprint, including potential international growth by 2026.

Company Info

SENDY is an AI-powered marketplace for buying, selling, and renting outdoor gear and apparel, connecting adventure enthusiasts across North America.

SENDY is an AI-driven action sports marketplace designed to simplify the buying, selling, and renting of outdoor gear and apparel across North America. Since its launch in 2022, SENDY has attracted over 1.5 million visitors, facilitated more than 2,500 transactions, and listed over 25,000 products on its platform. Catering to adventure enthusiasts, SENDY offers integrated shipping, secure transactions, and distributor API integrations, while allowing users—including individuals and specialty retailers—to convert their gear into cash. As a B-Corp certified company, SENDY differentiates itself by fostering a circular economy within the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation market.

The platform operates on a commission-based model and owns no inventory, instead leveraging partnerships with leading distributors such as Quality Bike Products and Liberty Mountain Distribution. Co-founded by renowned athletes Travis Rice and Cam Zink, SENDY boasts a strong leadership team and notable investors, including Big Sky Ventures. The company’s growth strategy includes continued development of its app ecosystem, with plans to expand beyond North America by 2026. SENDY anticipates achieving $1.1 million in revenue in 2025, supported by API integrations, strong social media engagement, and national product advertising aimed at a high-intent outdoor recreation audience.