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Buying skis on Ebay
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:01 pm
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:01 pm
Anyone here have experience with this? Looking at getting a pair of skis, and I can get some cheaper used ones on Ebay for 150-200 with bindings.
Is this recommended or is it better to shell out the cash and go new? I'm fairly new to skiing with about 15 days under my belt, so I don't want to spend too much on something that I'll beat up pretty badly.
Also what length should I be looking at? 6'2 190 lbs
Is this recommended or is it better to shell out the cash and go new? I'm fairly new to skiing with about 15 days under my belt, so I don't want to spend too much on something that I'll beat up pretty badly.
Also what length should I be looking at? 6'2 190 lbs
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Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:03 pm to TheIndulger
My cousin did. It didn't work out well. I'd suggest against it.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:05 pm to LucasP
Damn. Are yall selling his skis?
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:05 pm to TheIndulger
I always bring my dog to the ski resort, he gets me skis.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:05 pm to TheIndulger
Buying boots without trying them on is very risky. You will be miserable if your boots aren't fitted properly. The skis and bindings aren't a big deal imo.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:08 pm to The Mick
Yeah, that's what I've heard. I'm not planning on buying boots online, just the skis and bindings
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:10 pm to TheIndulger
I would say shouldn't be a problem, but Id like to hear lucasp's issues and anyone else tbh.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:11 pm to TheIndulger
Skis are fine to buy used.
What type of skier are you? Do you happen to remember what length ski you've rented in the past?
I would think somewhere around 180-190" for 6'2" dude.
Good luck.
What type of skier are you? Do you happen to remember what length ski you've rented in the past?
I would think somewhere around 180-190" for 6'2" dude.
Good luck.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:11 pm to TheIndulger
As long as you're 100% they're the right length, go for it.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:16 pm to TheIndulger
I would definitely get your boots professionally fitted.
And id do some demo skis before buying.
Im 5'11" 175 and roll on 171s.
And id do some demo skis before buying.
Im 5'11" 175 and roll on 171s.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:18 pm to Panny Crickets
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Skis are fine to buy used.
I've never bought new. We have a city wide ski swap every November.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:20 pm to RogerTheShrubber
Mine were new but got them on a labor day sale a couple years ago. $500 with bindings.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:25 pm to TheIndulger
I've bought skis on Ebay and got a fantastic deal, but they were 'last-year's model being dumped' by a brick-and-mortar store, not used; and I knew exactly what I wanted.
Length is going to depend on the exact ski - Slalom ski? 165 might work for you. GS? anywhere from 170-190 might work, depending on flex pattern. All-mountain? Who the hell knows, but I'm 6'4, embarrassingly heavier than 190, and I ski 180s if that helps.
Best possible advice is to talk to knowledgeable people at a ski-specific store. It sounds like you have a store and bootfitter for your boots? If so, talk to them.
It won't kill you to get the 'wrong' ski, if it's cheap enough, so don't lose any sleep over whether or not to hit Ebay, but different models and manufacturers have different enough characteristics so you'll be better off trying to make sure you're matching up to the way you ski (or want to ski), and that probably means talking to a pro. If you've found the right shop, salesmen are genuinely helpful.
Length is going to depend on the exact ski - Slalom ski? 165 might work for you. GS? anywhere from 170-190 might work, depending on flex pattern. All-mountain? Who the hell knows, but I'm 6'4, embarrassingly heavier than 190, and I ski 180s if that helps.
Best possible advice is to talk to knowledgeable people at a ski-specific store. It sounds like you have a store and bootfitter for your boots? If so, talk to them.
It won't kill you to get the 'wrong' ski, if it's cheap enough, so don't lose any sleep over whether or not to hit Ebay, but different models and manufacturers have different enough characteristics so you'll be better off trying to make sure you're matching up to the way you ski (or want to ski), and that probably means talking to a pro. If you've found the right shop, salesmen are genuinely helpful.
This post was edited on 11/19/15 at 12:27 pm
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:26 pm to TheIndulger
Go to evo.com/outlet
they have used skis you can rely on and give good condition descriptions
they have used skis you can rely on and give good condition descriptions
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:30 pm to ULSU
I see no reason to not buy used. Hell, you can basically get them for free in colorado, although generally the best time to buy them is in the spring.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:38 pm to TheIndulger
I'm about your weight but a couple inches taller. I usually ski 195 or so. But I'm not a beginner, so if I were you I'd probably look in the 175 range or so. Shorter skis can be easier to control.
And buying used is perfectly fine, just make sure you get them tuned up, new wax etc. it will make a world of difference.
And buying used is perfectly fine, just make sure you get them tuned up, new wax etc. it will make a world of difference.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:39 pm to TheIndulger
If you know your ski length it's fine. You can pick up last year's models for cheap, often unused. I've done it twice with success both times.
Boots and bindings get them in person.
Boots and bindings get them in person.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:45 pm to TheIndulger
Also, hit up EpicSki
Great forum for general skiing / boarding topics, with a very large number of ski pros participating.
Great forum for general skiing / boarding topics, with a very large number of ski pros participating.
Posted on 11/19/15 at 12:48 pm to TheIndulger
Personally, I would buy skis and bindings from eBay but not boots. You need to try boots on first
Posted on 11/19/15 at 1:09 pm to TheIndulger
You'er a new skier with little knowledge of ski specs. I would rent, perhaps get the demo package and try several different types and lengths before you buy. Plus, at your skill level you don't want an aggressive ski, but one that is more forgiving... but as your skill increases you can move up to a ski more in line with your talent.
Summary: Rent for a few years, try a few, then buy. The right skis make a big difference. Plus, you don't have to haul that chit through the airport.
Summary: Rent for a few years, try a few, then buy. The right skis make a big difference. Plus, you don't have to haul that chit through the airport.
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