Posted About Five Years Ago
by
LISA CLARK
- Be there early – even “too early”: As with every flea market event, the best vintage finds at the 127 Yard Sale are to be discovered on the first day – don’t wait until the weekend, when the onslaught of visitors reaches its peak. Some professional dealers even arrive before the official start on Thursday to snatch the real treasures.
- Don’t overestimate how far you will drive in a day: The 127 Corridor Sale may not run 100% continuously along 930 miles, but there are so many tempting stops along the way that you can expect to only drive about 50 miles a day.
- Book your hotel or campsite in well in advance: Check Booking.com for hotel deals with free cancellation to book well in advance without risking anything if you change your plans. Alternatively, check out the beautiful campsites along the way!
- Be prepared to squeeze your finds into your ride: It’s not only a matter of space, but also preparation! Limit your luggage for the 127 Yard Sale, but bring empty boxes and bubble wrap or furniture blankets to protect fragile items. Many 127 Yard Sale vendors will not provide these items for you.
- Bring plenty of cash to the 127 Yard Sale: Cash is king at the 127 Yard Sale, and you don’t want to lose precious time looking for a cash machine. Be careful, however, and do not stash everything at one place.
- Try local foods: No need to lose space in your car by bringing snacks from home. At the bigger stops, you almost always will find food trucks with local specialties and carnival food.
- Come with the right expectations: Most visitors come to see the unusual and socialize. It’s the perfect North-South US road trip for everybody who is looking for an authentic taste of American vintage, mixed with scenic views of golden wheat fields. Don’t forget to have fun on this 127 yard sale treasure hunt!
