It’s the “black Friday” of the equine world. CountryMax, locally owned with 18 stores across New York State, is once again hosting its in-person consignment sale on Friday, February 17, and Saturday, February 18, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Held in Farmington at the original CountryMax Store, this annual sale draws equestrians from across the state.
“Equine gear can be pricey when brand new, but is often durable and long-lasting,” says Brad Payne, Director of Sales. “Everyone who rides a horse or supports someone who does, knows the value in ‘old tack’ – and a lot of times the tack isn’t that old at all, the owner just decided to buy something else. I think it’s a great way for the whole equine community to get really good value for stuff they don’t use anymore and have a chance to find something that someone else has moved on from.”
For sellers. Kids grow. Adult styles change. People are always looking for something new to them. This is the ideal place to sell that extra piece of tack or older saddle. Consignments can be dropped off through Sunday, February 12, at one of six CountryMax locations – Fairport, Farmington, Henrietta, Ontario, Spencerport, and Webster. Visit countrymax.com to download the consignment form or visit the store to pick one up.
For buyers, the deals are hard to beat. Horseback riding can get be an expensive sport. Purchasing top name brands at resale prices is a smart way to save.
To make the consignment sale happen, much of the Farmington CountryMax Store gets cleared out. In place of the usual pet treats and wild bird seed products are hundreds of consignment items, including Western and English saddles, blankets, bridles, bits and halters, chaps, breeches, boots and show clothes. It’s like one giant tack room for two days.
“Equestrians throughout Rochester, Syracuse and the Finger Lakes are familiar with our consignment sale every year, and it continues to grow in every way,” says Payne.
“Something new this year is our support of the Equicenter Therapeutic Equestrian Center.” Representatives from the therapeutic horsemanship facility will be at the consignment event in Farmington with information about their expanding program offerings for veterans as well as children with special needs. You can also learn about volunteer opportunities and donorship.”
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