About Freefall Marketplace
Buying and selling skydiving gear should be exciting — not stressful. Yet for years, jumpers have relied on places like Facebook groups where scammers, misrepresented gear, and unsafe transactions are far too common. Freefall Marketplace was created to solve that problem. We're building a platform where trust comes first. Every profile is verified, every payment is protected, and every shipment is trackable. Whether you're buying your first helmet (beer) or selling a seasoned rig, Freefall Marketplace makes the process safe, simple, and transparent.
How Freefall Marketplace Began
Our story started with a frustration many skydivers share: there was no reliable way to exchange gear online. Jumpers needed a marketplace designed specifically for the sport — one that understood the gear, respected the community, and made scamming nearly impossible. That frustration became our mission: to create the first skydiving marketplace built on security and trust.
Our Mission
At Freefall Marketplace, our mission is to make sure every jumper can buy and sell gear with confidence and peace of mind. We believe that skydiving is built on trust — trust in your rig, trust in your community, and trust in your own skills. Our marketplace reflects that same standard by offering:
- Verified profiles tied to skydiving organizations and dropzones
- Escrow-protected payments so money is safe until the gear arrives and checks out
- Automatic shipping labels sized for rigs, helmets, and accessories for hassle-free delivery
We're here to make gear exchanges feel just as safe as a well-packed reserve.
Who Freefall Marketplace Is For
Marketplace is for every jumper:
- The student buying their first altimeter (beer)
- The weekend fun jumper upgrading their container
- The career skydiver with thousands of jumps looking for a reliable upgrade
If you're part of the skydiving community, this marketplace was designed for you. We're building a space where jumpers at every level can connect, trade gear, and keep the sport moving forward.
Meet the Team
Tyler Hayes, Founder
Tyler Hayes is a lifelong skydiver and the founder of Freefall Marketplace. His journey in the sport began at the U.S. Naval Academy, where he was a member of the parachute team from 2017 to 2020. Over the years, he has logged more than 650 jumps and earned multiple USPA ratings, including Coach, AFF Instructor (AFF-I), and PRO.
