There is now a Facebook group set up for all past and future racers who want to exchange WR gear. This is NOT eBay, REI, or a venue to sell items that are not WR related, nor is it a money-making scheme. You can simply use this group as a way to get in touch with other racers about what you want to get rid of (ie sell, donate, or lend) and what gear you may need. You can also ask questions about what you need to pack, get helpful hints and recommendations, even if you do not exchange anything. Here is the info:

WORLD RACE GEAR EXCHANGE:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=25249616339

PAST WORLD RACERS:
Do you have lots of expensive gear that you bought specifically for the World Race and know you will never use again? Is it sitting in your closet right now, gathering dust? Get in touch with future World Racers to sell or donate your gear!

FUTURE WORLD RACERS: Keeping a tight budget as you support-raise and save money before international departure? Want to save your wallet (and the environment) by getting used gear that still works? Look through the offers of past racers, find out what works, what doesn’t, and arrange how to get the great gear past racers don’t want anymore!

Upload pictures, discuss shipping/handling, ask questions about what you really need, and choose whether you want to donate for free, sell your items, or simply let someone “borrow” your gear for a year (because you never know – when I’m 80 I may decide to hike the Appalachian Trail!).  

*note* this is only for World Racers, please no outside sellers