GearSource Case Study

https://gearsource.com/ | Professional Staging Gear | Spend > $50,000

About this Project

GearSource, powered by the Sharetribe platform and developed by Journeyhorizon, is a global two-sided marketplace tailored for professionals in the audio, video, lighting, and staging industries. This specialized online platform connects buyers and sellers from around the world, offering a diverse selection of both new and used professional gear.

  • Sellers—ranging from manufacturers to individual professionals—list their equipment, including detailed descriptions, pricing, and images.
  • Buyers, who are typically professionals in the event production, broadcasting, or entertainment industries, can browse these listings to find the gear that meets their specific needs
The marketplace ensures secure and reliable transactions, featuring a robust payment system and a 48-hour inspection period, which allows buyers to confidently assess their purchases.

The collaboration between Journeyhorizon and GearSource has resulted in a powerful marketplace that not only connects industry professionals with the gear they need but also provides a secure and trustworthy environment for transactions. This partnership highlights Journeyhorizon's ability to deliver tailored solutions that enhance the functionality and user experience of specialized marketplaces like GearSource.

Custom Features

  • Data transfer from Nautical to Sharetribe
  • Products Catalogue
  • Shopping cart
  • Custom transaction flow
  • Shipping broker API integration
  • Airwallex integration for payout
  • Multi payments
  • AlavaraTax integration
  • Admin dashboard
  • Needzone
  • Bulk upload

Client Reference

Journeyhorizon has been a very good partner to us, and we're super happy with the results. Leadership from Matt and the Project managers was fantastic. The new platform simplified the user experience and provided a more stable platform, delighting GearSource users who have experienced various versions over 20+ years.
— GearSource’s founder, Marcel Fairbairn