How to Find a Place That Buys Skis

Skiing is an expensive hobby when you add up all of the equipment, lift tickets and travel costs to the mountains. Avid skiers often upgrade to new equipment every few years, and sell their old equipment to help pay for the upgrade. Generally, it is easier to find places that buy your old ski equipment in areas where many people ski, like ski towns or mountainous areas.

Instructions

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      Contact a ski shop in your area to inquire if they buy used skis. If they do, you might get more value as a trade in for a new pair than just selling for cash. Expect to get about 50 percent of what you paid if the skis are only a year or two old and in great shape. The older and more worn they are, the less you will be able to sell them for. If the store will not buy them for cash and you do not want to trade them in for a new purchase, ask about consignment options. Consignment means the store sells them for you and keeps a commission if and when they sell.

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      Take out an ad in the classifieds section of the closest ski town. Also, put your skis up for sale on websites like Craigslist or eBay, as well as any local websites that have places to buy and sell consumer goods.

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      Let your friends and family members know you are looking to sell your skis. Used skis are especially a good purchase for beginners, as they are still learning and their abilities do not require brand new, expensive skis.

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      Bring the skis to a ski swap. The UNR Ski Swap in Reno, Nevada is an annual event where you can buy and sell ski equipment at discounted rates. Other ski towns often have similar events at the beginning and end of each ski season. Search for ski swap events in your area.